Matt Fitzgerald

Got a case of cabin fever? These indoor swim, bike, and run workouts will hold you over until spring (finally) arrives.

The changes the body undergoes in 12 hours of extreme exertion are similar to some that occur over 20 years on inactivity.

Eat (and drink) these items to up your carbohydrate intake and reap their performance benefits.

Race weight can be a confusing topic, fraught with pitfalls. We break it down into three simple pieces of advice.

Is there a special quality shared by top athletes who triumph over great challenges? And can anyone acquire it?

First, consider why you want to—then track a few litmus test variables before you dive in.

Steer clear of one-size-fits-all formulas to balance carbs, fat, and protein in your diet.

What you need to know about balancing training and weight loss in a safe and smart way.

How to make the best of a bad situation, whether in training, competition, or life.

Want to train at the right intensity? The simple talk test is proven to be as accurate as new technologies.

Advanced training methods proven effective by scientists, coaches, and athletes.

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Recovery runs actually don't help you recover—but they're still worth doing for their training benefits.

Regularly crashing and slowing at the end of long runs should not be the norm.

Cook up some lean turkey burgers for tonight's dinner without adding extra fat and calories.

This 70.3 training plan is designed for first-time half Ironman participants who want to do just enough training for a successful finish.

Ready to have your best 70.3 finish yet? This plan is for you!

The definitive guide on what stretching does, whether or not you should do it, how to do it if you do, and when.

Interested in the idea of training for a triathlon? This sprint training plan keeps it simple so that someone with no swim, bike, or run experience can successfully reach the finish line.

Get more fitness return on your training investment by addressing these problems.