Why You Should Have a Triathlon Alter Ego
The solution to mental blocks? Pretend to be someone else. "Fake it until you make it."
The solution to mental blocks? Pretend to be someone else. "Fake it until you make it."
There are currently four people in the Ironman World Finisher’s Club: Jeff Jonas, Luis Alvarez, John Wragg and Elizabeth Model.
Do you get crazy nervous before triathlons? Try this strategy from Dr. Simon Marshall and Lesley Paterson.
Santa Rosa provided a perfect day and beautiful backdrop for the nearly 1,900 athletes.
Dr. Simon Marshall and Lesley Paterson are here to help you win the brain fight with their new book, The Brave Athlete.
American Heather Jackson is known for her fierce racing style, fun personality and beautiful tattoos.
She sat out last year thanks to the birth of her son, Archie, in September, and is back to competing this weekend at the Ironman 70.3 Oceanside triathlon in Oceanside, Calif.
We catch up with American Ben Hoffman from his home in Tucson, Ariz.
Mirinda Carfrae on grieving the disappointment of Kona 2015 and the welcome challenge of competing against Daniela Ryf.
Do you find yourself getting bored while on the bike trainer, or do you avoid it all together?
The three-time Ironman world champ reacts to Daniela Ryf's recent million dollar victory and looks ahead to taking her on next year in Kona.
Daniela Ryf thanks her supporters and talks about the challenges she's faced over the last few years.
Jan Frodeno thanks his family, friends and supporters, and talks a little bit about the pressures of race week.
Liz Blatchford got her way back to the third-place spot where she first impressed at her Kona debut two years ago.
American Andy Potts raced to his second fourth-place finish at the Ironman World Championship.
Andreas Raelert, 39, came back strong with a second place finish at the Ironman World Championship.
Tim O'Donnell recaps his risk-taking day and how he felt during his race to third.
We check in with several top athletes taking on the Ironman World Championship for the first time as a professional.
Caroline Steffen's Ironman World Championship race strategy is simple: just go for it.
We followed American Tim O'Donnell during an easy run a week out from the Ironman World Championship.
Australia's Liz Blatchford was impressive in her rookie race at the Ironman World Championship in 2012, running her way to a third-place finish.
You've seen the photos, but now get a feel for what it's like to take part in the wackiest tradition of race week—the Kona Underpants Run.
Liz Lyles finished seventh last year as the top American female.
Ryf took us along six days out from the race for a ride on the Queen K and shares how she's feeling going into the big race.
Rachel Joyce chats about her season, this year's coaching change and what gives her the most confidence heading into Saturday's race.
Great Britain's Jodie Swallow stopped by the Triathlete house for a candid, honest chat with Michael Lovato ahead of Saturday's race.
The pair spent Sunday morning swimming the Ironman World Championship course.
Ben Hoffman walks us through the details of his bike ride and shares how he's mentally prepared for Saturday's race.
Calling Jan Frodeno's Frankfurt win a "wake up call," Kienle says he knows he has to prove that he is strong across swim, bike and run.
We talked with Jan Frodeno about his upcoming race at the Oakley/Canyon/Asics event on Monday evening.
A further look at how SRAM's new Red eTap system works using Luke McKenzie's bike.
We followed Callum Millward along on his Saturday swim workout a week before the race.
Watch as the Kona rookie explains his one-week-out workout and shares his first impressions of the bike course.
Watch Mirinda Carfare run the Energy Lab during her last long run workout before Kona.
DeBoom lays out the dedication and attitude it took to get the Kona victories.
Coach Siri Lindley gives her keys for becoming a better swimmer and shares the biggest mistakes she sees triathletes make in the pool.
Go behind the scenes and see how Jimmie Johnson uses triathlon training to stay in shape for driving with this Triathlete.com original.
Join four-time world champion Tim Don in Boulder to learn what it takes to be competitive at the highest level of long-distance triathlon.
Senior editor Aaron Hersh explains the process of replacing pedals on a bike.
We traveled to Boulder, Colo. to follow Olympian Tim Don during a day of training.
Zoot is starting to get into the cushy training shoe business, and the Del Mar is one of the more recent additions.
Fresh off his 70.3 Boulder win, Callum Millward chats about his Kona points chase, fueling for elite performance and more.
2013 Ironman Brazil Champion and top American triathlete Tim O'Donnell shares what he brings on his long runs.
Three-time Ironman world champion Mirinda Carfrae (AUS) shares the tools she takes to every swim workout.
Meet June cover athlete Silvia Ribeiro, an aspiring pro triathlete.
American Andy Potts chats about the Ironman 70.3 California course and what it will take to reclaim the title.
American professional triathlete Ben Hoffman shares what he keeps in his saddle bag to keep him prepared on the road.
American pro Ben Hoffman shares how he finds the ideal tire pressure before each ride.
The last American to win in Kona gives an honest answer to why American men are struggling in the sport's biggest race.
Get a look at the 2015 BMC TM01 Triathlon bike, which was on display at Tri Palooza last weekend.
American Ben Hoffman, who had a breakthrough performance last year in Kona, uses this bike workout in the week leading up to a half-Ironman.
Dr. Bob Sallis helps you create the ideal nutrition plan.
Pete Jacobs discusses the importance of running technique and how he learned about the most efficient way to run.
Apolo Ohno and his teammate Jen Ator compete in the 2014 Ironman World Championship.
A short highlight video from the 2014 XTERRA World Championships.
Surfing world champion Sunny Garcia will take on the XTERRA World Championships this weekend in Maui.
Apolo Ohno and his teammate Jen Ator reconnect in the final days of their journey to the Ironman World Championship in Kona.
Learn about the Big Island's legendary Mumuku winds, which often plague athletes at the Ironman World Championship.
Apolo Ohno travels to Boulder to train with some of triathlon's best, take in some multisport culture and turn the tables on his coach.
Apolo Ohno returns to his hometown of Seattle, Wash. to race at the Seattle Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon.
We tested seven mid-priced triathlon bikes for the September issue of Triathlete magazine
These 10 exercises from 2011 Xterra world champion and coach Lesley Paterson thoroughly warm up your muscles.
In “Mission Apolo: Apolo's Wake Up Call,” Apolo Ohno takes on his first triathlon at June's Ironman 70.3 Boise with his team cheering him on.
Dr. Bob Sallis explains the causes of GI problems during exercise and how to avoid them.
Feeling a bit nervous about kicking off your training for an upcoming race? Take this advice from the two-time Ironman world champ.
To be successful in any endurance event, you have to refuel.
Three-time Ironman world champion Craig "Crowie" Alexander shares his core workout.
In "Mission Apolo: Building a Foundation," it's a day of training, nutrition and fun for speed skating champion Apolo Ohno.
Olympic speed skater Apolo Ohno chats about his 4:59:27 finish at Saturday's Ironman 70.3 Boise.
World champion speedskater Apolo Ohno is training for the 2014 Ironman World Championship, set for Oct. 11 in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
2013 Kona runner-up Luke McKenzie recaps his race at Ironman Melbourne and looks ahead to the rest of 2014.
Don't let a chilly swim derail your race before you reach T1. Top swimmer Andy Potts shares his advice for competing in a cold-water race.
The 2014 Ironman New Zealand champ chats about fueling after a workout, getting enough sleep and having the right mindset to recover.
One of the top cyclists in the sport, Sebastian Kienle, shares his top tech tips for age groupers to use in training or racing.
Jackson made a unique wager with Triathlete magazine senior editor Jené Shaw before the start of 70.3 California and it's time to pay up.
2014 Ironman New Zealand winner Meredith Kessler chats about the Taupo race and her major goal come Kona time.
Andy Potts chats about the stress fracture that derailed the second half of his 2013 season and kept him from racing Kona.
Canadians Trevor and Heather Wurtele provide tips for not letting the cold get to you at races like Ironman 70.3 California.
Heather Jackson (USA) gives us a little sneak peek at the new Wattie line and chats about the pressure to defend her title at Ironman 70.3 California.
Pete Jacobs chats ahead of Saturday's Ironman 70.3 California, saying that he'll be thrilled with a podium finish against this tough field.
Dr. Allen Lim and Chef Biju Thomas demonstrate how to prepare their famous rice cakes from the Feed Zone Portables cookbook.
After months of preparation, former Super Bowl MVP Hines Ward and teammates take on the biggest race in triathlon.
In this episode of “TriWorkBench” senior editor Aaron Hersh walks us through the process of attaching a stem.
Former Super Bowl MVP Hines Ward and his teammates face nerves as they prepare to take on the Ironman World Championship.
While in Kona to spectate the Hawaii Ironma, Dibens was hit by a car, leaving her with injuries that kept her on the sidelines in Maui.
Learn about the most efficient way to exit the swim with this video, featuring two-time Ironman winner Luke Bell.
Conrad Stoltz added a sixth place at the XTERRA World Championship to his extensive off-road resume on this Specialized S-Works Epic.
ITU star Nicky Samuels shocked everyone, including herself, with the 2013 Xterra World Championship victory on Sunday.
Spain's Ruben Ruzafa earned his second world title at Sunday's Xterra World Championship in Maui.
Two-time Xterra world champion worked her way up to the runner-up spot at Sunday's Xterra World Championship.