One-Hour Workout: Race Day Simulation in the Pool
Prepare for your open-water swim in the pool with this spicy set.
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Emma-Kate Lidbury
Emma-Kate Lidbury is the managing editor at Triathlete Magazine. She’s a former pro triathlete with six Ironman 70.3 titles and two top-10 world championship finishes to her name. Originally from the UK, EK began her journalism career in the British newspaper industry where she was also talked into taking part in her first tri as part of an assignment. It worked out well—and she turned pro three years later. EK has been a freelance writer in the endurance sports space for 10+ years and is the co-author of Triathlon Swimming with swim coach Gerry Rodrigues. She still loves to swim, bike, run, and lift.
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Train Like a Norwegian: How It Started, How It’s Going…
Here's the latest installment from our Norwegian training experiment, including lactate testing data and sample workouts.
One-Hour Workout: Lionel Sanders’ Pre-Race Run Session
Ever wondered what Sanders does in race week? Check out this run session to find out more and give it a go yourself.
Ironman World Championship DNF Files: St. George 2022 Edition
St. George took its toll: 11 of the 38 starters in the men's race did not finish.
Daniela Ryf Returns to Dominate for 5th Ironman World Championship
It's a return to the top step for Ryf.
St. George Pro Bike: Cam Wurf’s Pinarello Bolide TR+
We take a deep look at the recent Paris-Roubaix finisher's setup for Ironman World Championships this weekend.
Gustav Iden Will Not Start the Ironman World Championship
The Norwegian team doctor has cleared Kristian Blummenfelt to race tomorrow, but not Iden, due to a respiratory infection.
St. George Pro Bike: Lionel Sanders’ Canyon Speedmax CF SLX
Lionel Sanders is well known for doing damage on the bike. We take a closer look at the machine he'll be hoping to crush 112 miles on tomorrow.
St. George Pro Bike: Patrik Nilsson’s BMC Red Bull Prototype
We take a look at BMC's brand new prototype bike—developed with the Red Bull Formula One team—that will make its debut here in St. George on Saturday.
St. George Pro Bike: Skye Moench’s Trek Speed Concept
Moench's stunning purple-and-blue pearlescent-painted Trek is one of the most attention grabbing bikes in the pro field. Take a look at what makes the Ironman Chattanooga champion ride so fast.
St. George Pro Bike: Gustav Iden’s Giant Trinity Tri
We take a close look at the Giant Trinity that Norwegian superstar Gustav Iden hopes to ride to victory this weekend.
One-Hour Workout: The Norwegians’ Pre-Race Day Run Session
Get a sneak peek at the workout that Gustav Iden and Kristian Blummenfelt will be doing the day before the Ironman World Championship.
St. George Pro Bike: Sam Long’s Trek Speed Concept
The young American is renowned for his bike power and prowess. We check out the machine he'll be looking to ride to world championship glory.
What Does It Mean to ‘Train Like A Norwegian?’
With the help of high-performance coach Alan Couzens, our managing editor finds out exactly what the Nordic approach entails—and tests it herself.
We Put the Norwegian Training Methods to the Test
Double threshold workout days, long slow runs, and lactate tests galore: What happens when you try to train like a Norwegian?
One-Hour Workout: Sweet Spot Strength Bike Intervals
Boost your watts with this bike session, which can be done indoors or on the road.
Triathlete’s 2022 Spring Cycling Clothing Roundup
Our reviewers take a hands-on look at the best cycling clothing, across a range of pricepoints, to help you navigate the unpredictable spring shoulder season.
Using Heart Rate Variability to Get the Most From Your Training
HRV can help you decide when to push—and when to hold back—for optimal fitness and recovery.
Face Off: Two Gravel Bikes (For Triathletes) Go Head to Head
Gravel cycling has never been more trendy and the rise of gravel tri means there's plenty for us multisporters to learn. We put two tri-friendly gravel machines to the test.
One-Hour Workout: Leanda Cave’s Speed & Strength Hill Reps
Build your run-specific strength with this tough session from the former world champ.