Getting Started

With the help of some triathlon veterans, T.J. Murphy answers some of the most-asked beginner queries.

Two-time Ironman world champion Chris McCormack talks about the growth of the sport and provides advice for those just getting started.

Not a fan of the swim? These tips and confidence-building drills may help change your mind about triathlon’s most daunting discipline.

Defining and recognizing the right time to move up to 140.6 miles requires that various individual factors be considered.

Coach Shelly O’Brien gives advice on sharing your love for triathlon with your children.

Samantha McGlone polled a few professional triathletes about the things they wish they had learned early in their careers.

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No matter how many short-distance triathlons you’ve raced, nothing can totally prepare you for the demands of an Ironman. After completing his first (Ironman Coeur d’Alene), Senior Tech Editor Aaron Hersh shares several tips that can make the jump in distance a little more manageable.

Laura Cozik, athletic director of the CNN Fit Nation Triathlon Challenge, worked with a group of six newbie triathletes and CNN correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta who are all participating in this month’s Nautica New York City Triathlon. She offers up her expertise for those new to the sport.

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Our beginner bike trainer guide teaches you the lingo you need to know and gives you tools you need to start riding inside.

Six-time Ironman World Champion Mark Allen provides tips on getting through your first triathlon race experience.