Bethany Mavis

We tapped a yoga expert to break down the best poses to strengthen and stretch each of the biggest trouble spots for swim, bike, and run.

Three triathletes share their weight loss journeys and the nutritional tools that helped them reach their goals.

If you’re looking at just getting your feet wet in the sport, get started with these eight great options for the best beginner triathlons.

As summer heads into fall, there are still plenty of opportunities to tri. We take a look at eight low-key races that are still open with slots available.

How should you really be eating? These registered dietitians, all experienced triathletes, open up their food logs and fridges to reveal how they actually fuel their training and racing.

Learn from the mental strategies of triathlon’s experts and pros to reach your own peak performance on race day.

2021 is the year to get back to racing, travel lightly, and support your local event. Take a look at our favorite 14 underrated multisport events.

Experts weigh in on the small things you’re neglecting that could give you a boost on race day.

For Sian Welch and Wendy Ingraham, the 1997 Hawaii Ironman came down to the final 20 feet.

After becoming the first bilateral above-knee amputee to complete the Ironman World Championship, Roderick Sewell sees his future as limitless.

Stock your pantry with these protein-rich bars for post-workout recovery.

After choosing to amputate her foot, Molly Lethert got active again, starting with triathlon.

Endurance sports brands are doing what they can to aid front-line medical workers through the pandemic.

Make watts, get strong.

Tips for making the most of the 24 hours you get each day.

Think treadmill running is just a climate-controlled version of road running? Wrong. It’s a completely different beast. But treat it right, and it can become your best friend.

Enjoy the smooth-drinking java in your favorite sports nutrition products.

If you want to wrap up your season with a half-iron-distance tri, it’s not too late to register for these 70.3-mile autumn races around the country. 

Challenging and unique iron-distance tris that put their own twist on 140.6.

Take locally sourced food to the next level by growing your own.

Using natural ingredients, Nuun Rest aids sleep for better recovery between workouts.

Reap the nut butter benefits in a convenient package.

Counteract your body's imbalances from triathlon's repetitive movements with these poses, designed specifically for triathletes.

Give yourself a protein boost by trying any of these protein cookies—each of which are editor tested (you’re welcome).

Power through your mornings with this nutrient-packed pumpkin banana breakfast bread from triathlete-chef Lentine Zahler.

Stir up one of these editor-tested fruity, natural sports drinks to fuel and hydrate on the run.

There are now energy gels, bars, stroopwafels, and sports drinks on the market that all feature a ginger flavor.

Unexpected run-ins with wild animals out on the roads and trails can be unnerving.

Keep your first meal of the day easy and healthy with these convenient options.

“Plant-based pasta alternatives offer a health advantage, as they are loaded with plant-based protein and a variety of vitamins and minerals."

This roundup of seasonal flavor favorites features products that provide festive ways to fuel your workouts–or serve as a recovery treat.

Only five years into her tri career, Audrey Ernst has worked her way from tri newbie to USA Triathlon’s high school national champion.

If history tells us anything, there are four men who have the best odds at taking the 2017 Kona crown.

Former Kona age-group champion Holger Beckmann on his journey to low-carb fueling

No monkeying around—the favorite fruit of endurance athletes is becoming a go-to flavor for sports nutrition.

New XTERRA pro and full-time nurse Liz Gruber is back to racing after a SportsCenter-worthy bike crash.

Kyle Grieser’s love of fried chicken has helped him score 13 XTERRA regional championship titles.

Some types of mushrooms promise immune- and energy-boosting effects—no trippin’.

Looking to wrap up your tri season with a fall half-iron-distance race? There are tons of options across the country.

Leslie Battle is changing perceptions of Athena athletes.

We sampled a dozen flavors of stroopwafels to find the yummiest, most-likely-to-wind-up-in-a-jersey-pocket confections.

SPF shouldn’t be all you look at when selecting a sunscreen.

Stretching studios are the hot new thing. But can they help triathletes?

Last November, age-grouper Lloyd Henry became one of only five athletes to complete an Ironman on all six continents.

Get ready to flirt with some dirt!

Pool-swim tris are legit races for both beginner and experienced athletes. Here’s how to make the most of your race in the concrete cage.

This month, Kris Klotzbach will celebrate her four-year work anniversary at her job, and so far, she has not once driven her car to the office.

Events held in national marine sanctuaries are almost guaranteed a gorgeous first leg.

The “Body Issue” is all about how to make your body work for you.

Marni Sumbal’s eats for going long.

If you’re struggling to figure out a gift for the triathlete-mom in your life, start here.

Call it the Girl Scout effect or what you will, but several brands are turning to mint, pairing it with flavors beyond chocolate to make cool combos.

Training for three sports while maintaining fulfilling relationships and keeping a positive bank account requires some tricky balancing.

It turns out Ironman isn't the only company supporting those who wish so swim, bike and run across those 70.3 miles!

This frosh NCAA triathlete is juggling a full course load, three sports and sorority life—and crushing it all.

Earth Day is April 22! In celebration, we’re highlighting triathlons around the country that are stepping up their efforts to help the environment.

Talking or texting on a cell phone while you exercise will lower your workout intensity and alter your balance.

Rich in both caffeine and health-boosting benefits, tea is naturally making its way into sports drinks.

Ironman isn’t the only race company supporting super-long distance dreams. These 10 U.S. events give triathletes all 140.6 miles in unique style.

The triathlon season is starting to ramp up, and you can find inspiration for starting your season off right in our May “reader issue.”

Age-grouper Susan Haag crossed the finish line of her hundredth 140.6-mile race in November. And she’s just getting started.

You don’t have to go to a podiatrist’s office or shell out to get custom insoles anymore.

USA Triathlon is focused on growing the youth demographic in 2017 and beyond using a multi-pronged approach that USAT CEO Rob Urbach laid out in January.

If you want to find a piece of new-for-2017 tri gear expertly reviewed and that will fit your budget, the Buyer’s Guide is your resource.

Ironman Boulder has earned the highest level certification, Evergreen, from the Council for Responsible Sport.

Collegiate racer and Kona’s top American age-grouper, Matthew Appleby, shares how he fuels for long- and short-course racing.

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Buddy the Elf was on to something when he dumped maple syrup on everything he ate and declared it a food group.

Make your inky sessions fun and safe with these six illuminating innovations.

The training tactics of the Budgy Smuggler-clad world champ.

With the winter blues starting to set in and spring still on the horizon, are you dreaming of traveling to a new locale?

Stumped on what to get your triathlete significant other for Valentine’s Day? We rounded up some heart-day gift inspiration.

Do you limit your race-morning java because it upsets your stomach? You’re not alone.

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That Apple Watch Series 2 you've been drooling over? Good news! It’s got some triathlon training-friendly features.

The League of American Bicyclists recently announced the 2016 additions to its list of more than 1,200 bike-friendly businesses.

For all you tri tech-obsessed, Triathlete’s January/February 2017 issue brings you everything innovation.

Pros can compete for their share of $180,000 in professional prize money divided among six races.

The most prolific female iron-distance triathlete, with 101 finishes, pairs her charming personality with her impressive accomplishment.

CLIF Bar Nut Butter Filled Energy Bars have creamy centers that add moisture and richness to each bite.

Formerly 280 pounds, pro triathlete Tim Nichols shares how he dropped more than 100 pounds and avoids gluten in his long-course fueling.

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The adult version of your kid’s favorite slurp-ready food is catching on, and it’s about darn time.

Whether you’re drawn to inspirational reads or informational writing, we’ve found a book for you to curl up with this winter.

Eating and drinking are more than a necessity to you—they’re a hobby.

This issue is packed with our monthly advice on all things training, racing, gear, nutrition and injury prevention (with an extra dose of holiday spirit!).

Because it doesn’t use GPS to track your movement, it works everywhere, including indoors.

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Hailing from Ocean City, N.J., Renée Tomlin started racing triathlon in 2014 through the USAT Collegiate Recruitment Program.

We love that nutrition companies are paring down their ingredient lists to only real, recognizable foods.