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Hours upon hours of movies, shows, and short films await on Outside TV - start streaming and actually enjoy your trainer and treadmill time this winter.

Experienced triathletes share their best triathlon advice for beginners or new athletes of any age or ability. Learn their 14 tips.

Testing professional and age-group triathletes for banned substances is important to protect the integrity of racing, but it ain’t cheap. We dug into the financial investment it takes to keep the sport clean.

Changes include new categorization for age-group athletes and requirements for elite transgender women to participate in academic research.

T100 inks five-year deal for championship host city, a new documentary showcases trailblazing women in triathlon, and an eye-popping Morgan Pearson PR - catch up on what you may have missed in multisport for January 2025.

Test your triathlon history knowledge (or just get a massive nostalgia bomb) with this look at historic and modern-day triathlon photos.

Using a hyper-detailed approach, Olav Bu and his superhuman Norwegian charges, Gustav Iden and Kristian Blummenfelt, are upending everything we know about fueling.

Taylor Knibb, Sam Laidlow, and Rudy Von Berg are three of today’s top pro triathletes who have triathlon performance literally in their blood. We speak to their triathlete parents to learn what works.

More sprint finishes, less swim cancellations, please.

With a nearly 30% increase in prize money for pro triathletes in 2024, Thorsten Radde crunches the numbers to see who took home the big share of the $16 million USD up for grabs.

The beloved “Woodstock of triathlon” is attempting an against-all-odds comeback after a painful five-year hiatus and tumultuous recent history. It’s a bellwether moment for the sport’s grassroots race scene.

Thirty members of the particularly hard-hit Pacific Palisades-based Tower 26 triathlon group have already lost their homes. We speak to triathletes and coaches displaced and evacuated by the LA wildfires.

After making headlines at the Tour De France last year, carbon monoxide supplementation is under the microscope. Emergency room physician and triathlete Dr. Jeff Sankoff sheds light on this risky practice.

The much-hyped offering from the Professional Triathletes Organization delivered seven races and a big chunk of cash to some of the biggest names in the sport in 2024. We present Tim Heming’s seven-point end-of-year assessment before the PTO fires it up again in 2025.

A cruise-ship triathlon adventure with cheetahs? A nighttime race under the stars? A reverse tri? We can’t click the “register” button fast enough for these out-of-the-box multisport events.

The massive weight drops triggered by semaglutide weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have raised questions about fairness in competition and safety in training - should triathletes be worried?

It’s the age-old question for long-course triathletes: Why doesn’t my half-Ironman PR always sync up with my Ironman expectations? We get some real answers from two data experts and a coach.

The 2025 pro triathlon race schedule promises more exciting competitions and matchups. Here’s when and how to watch the best in our sport.

With very little competition on the horizon for many North American triathletes, virtual bike racing could be a great alternative. We break down why, what you need, and how to avoid too much of a good thing.

Data scientist Alfredo Molinas looks at piles of 2024 Ironman finisher data to unveil the fastest and slowest Ironman races of 2024.

Looking for a shiny new PR (or a world championship slot)? We’ve crunched the data to find the fastest and slowest 70.3 races held in 2024.

Whether it’s racing in a waterpark or scoring a root beer award at the finish line, these youth triathlon races are a fun way to get started in multisport competition.

Wondering what you missed for triathlon stories in 2024? We recap the 12 most-read stories so you can catch up before the new year.

Records were broken, new careers were launched, and legends retired. Expert triathlon analyst Thorsten Radde rates the top pro performances in triathlon for 2024.

From the shocking and scandalous to the inspiring and history-making, these are the 24 news headlines that mattered to the sport of triathlon in 2024.

It was a record-breaking year in pro triathlon (but not every race was record-breaking) - we look back at both the fastest and slowest pro events in 2024.

2024 was a particularly bittersweet year that saw some of the sport’s very best announce their departure from the pro triathlon ranks.

Triathlon spectators help bring the fun and encouragement to our otherwise-painful moments. And once a year, they get their own moment to shine in the best spectator photos of the year.

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a great picture is worth a million. Check out the 2024 triathlon season through the eyes of our sport's finest photographers.

The Ironman 70.3 World Championship was an entertaining display of athleticism. And with $2,575,000 on the line in the Pro Series, the pros had big reasons to give it their all.

Updated results, standings, expert insight, and everything you need to know about the Ironman Pro triathlon race series.

The 30-year-old Paris Olympian overcame a disappointing short-course season to win the 2024 70.3 World Championship with a late-race surge.

The 26-year-old American unleashed yet another dominant performance on the global stage, while second-place Kat Matthews secured the required points for the overall Ironman Pro Series win.

”I don't know what people expect of me, but I am just going to try and finish the year on a high. It has been a super long year, and I'm a little bit unsure - I could do super well or I could be out the ***,” top contender Ashleigh Gentle told the audience in Taupo.

Also: What the heck is a cyclor, and why would a triathlete be so good at it?

Looking to unleash your short-course speed in 2025? Take on one of these top sprint or Olympic races in the U.S. - there's something for everyone!

One of the most dominant middle-distance athletes on the circuit today, Ashleigh Gentle, sits down with Bob Babbitt ahead of the 2024 Ironman 70.3 World Championship race in Taupo, New Zealand.

A returning champion and some very dangerous short-course talent makes the men’s race at the 2024 Ironman 70.3 World Championship almost anyone’s game. Thorsten Radde talks about the contenders and how the Ironman Pro Series could play out.

Kat Matthews could top the Ironman Pro Series this weekend - the Brit chats with Bob Babbitt ahead of the 2024 Ironman 70.3 World Championship race about her stellar season and what could happen in Taupo.

Canadian Paula Findlay has had a great year, and tells Bob Babbitt she's excited to see how her 2024 season ends at this weekend's Ironman 70.3 World Championship race in Taupo, New Zealand

What's the secret to Nikki Bartlett's success this year? Focusing on quality training over quantity. On Breakfast with Bob, the Brit chats about her preparation for this weekend's 70.3 World Championship race.

American Knibb looks to win her third 70.3 World Championship in a row, but a strong field of challengers won’t make it easy. Thorsten Radde breaks down the race and what it all means for the Ironman Pro Series.

Defending 70.3 World Champion Rico Bogen talks with Bob Babbitt about his preparation ahead of this weekend's title race in Taupo, New Zealand.

Imogen Simmonds has placed on the podium twice at 70.3 world championship races - can she make it three this weekend? The Swiss triathlete sits down with Bob Babbitt ahead of this weekend's race in Taupo, New Zealand.

Rotating locations and splitting the Ironman 70.3 World Championship race into two days was a risky move, but it's shaped the race into one of the most sought-after experiences in triathlon.

“As triathletes, we tend to turn inward and focus solely on our own health and fitness. But think about what else you can do with that kind of health."

20 years after her first triathlon, Ellie Salthouse's love for the sport is stronger than ever. Bob Babbitt chats with the Australian middle-distance specialist ahead of this weekend's Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupo, New Zealand.

The only thing that would make the 2024 season even better for Taylor Knibb? Earning a third 70.3 world title. Bob Babbitt chats with the American superstar ahead of her big race in Taupo this weekend.

Ahead of this weekend's Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupo, New Zealand, American Matthew Marquardt sits down with Bob Babbitt to discuss his impressive season and the final race of the year.

In his middle-distance debut, American short-course star Morgan Pearson clinched his spot for next year's 70.3 World Championships, plus Belgium's Claire Michel closes out her career with a win in Indian Wells.

Authors of a new women's triathlon survey say that female participation in a race nearly doubles when the average race spends 1.5% more to address their needs. Read what they uncovered.

We've seen some amazing performances on the 70.3 circuit this year, but who is the best of the best? Watch the battle play out on the free Ironman 70.3 World Championship livestream, available exclusively on Outside TV.

Tech advances in triathlon often don’t live up to the hype, but one has stood out as a measurable success: RaceRanger. What's next for the revolutionary anti-drafting system? Both its founder and Ironman have some bold ideas.

Pro triathlete Laura Siddall breaks down the impact of 70.3 Western Australia results on the Ironman Pro Series standings, plus highlights the exciting finishes of Ironman 70.3 Bahrain, the Ultraman World Championships, and Patagonman.

A seven-year collegiate streak comes to an end, an Olympian takes the helm of a new development team, and a major triathlon bike recall - catch up on what you may have missed in multisport for November 2024.

"I average 20 to 24 hours weekly - not the 25 to 35 hours many pros do," said Matthews, who logged over 750 miles of racing in two hyper-competitive pro series'. She reveals how she did it.

Pro triathlete Laura Siddall recaps Ironman Cozumel and Challenge Florianópolis and shares her thoughts on the latest pros to retire.

The penultimate race in the 2024 Ironman Pro Series is here! 2024's Ironman 70.3 Western Australia boasts the largest professional start list in the event’s 20-year history - here's who (and how) to watch.

Marriage, two kids and injuries during her return to racing stalled her first comeback. But now this pro sits atop the Ironman Pro Series.

Scientists have developed a molecule that mimics the benefits of exercise. What does that mean for those of us who actually exercise?

Plus, race results from Challenge Canberra and the Laguna Phuket Triathlon.

Updated results, standings, expert insight, and everything you need to know about the 2024 Professional Triathletes Organisation’s T100 Tour.

Both the women’s and men’s races at T100 Dubai have clear favorites, but with close standings, anything could still happen. Here are expert Thorsten Radde’s predictions.

Disgruntled drivers can pose race-day risks to triathletes, while their voices could also influence future events. A psychology professor explains road rage and what athletes and organizers can do.

Gutsy descents defined the 2024 women's Ironman World Championship in Nice, but everyday triathletes can get free seconds (or minutes) by practicing some key handling skills. Read how.

The sight of a new mom breastfeeding during the run leg of a triathlon might become less rare than it used to be. But it can be even more complicated than it looks. Our guide explains.

Kilian Jornet, largely considered the greatest trail and ultrarunner of all time, has picked up cycling. What would happen if he added. Just. One. More. Sport.

The T100 triathlon tour saved the best for last. Here's everything you need to know about the T100 grand final in Dubai, from start lists to a link for the free livestream on Outside Watch.

DeRue has had "exciting" conversations with athletes, politicians, and community members about the Ironman World Championships - but where will they lead?

Laura Siddall recaps a thrilling finale to a thrilling Supertri series in Neom and looks at why Ashleigh Gentle is the Queen of the Noosa Triathlon.

The series formerly known as Super League Triathlon has a new name, new locations, and new excitement for 2024. Get updated results, standings, expert insights, and everything you need to know about the Supertri race series.

How do you prepare for a record-breaking six-day run? If you're Matthieu Bonne, you clock a record-breaking continuous swim followed by a record-breaking seven-day bike.

A new World Triathlon president, an Ironman (CEO) PR, and the tri gear set to appear on Apple Store shelves - catch up what you may have missed in multisport in October 2024.

How did the Kona Underpants Run get started? Believe it or not, it was a protest against triathletes.

Iron War wasn't the only Kona race that had fans on the edge of their seats. These epic Kona battles were thrilling to the very last second.

Pro triathlete Laura Siddall breaks down big results from big races at T100 Vegas, the WTCS Grand Final, and the World Paratriathlon Grand Final.

Race officials confirm the death of a Mexican athlete and a British national, while participants raise concerns around organization.

With a rich 40+ year history, the Ironman World Championship is home to some of the greatest races in the sport of triathlon. Expert Thorsten Radde has created an objective, data-based system to rank the 10 very best.

Though Magnus Ditlev doesn’t race in North America often, the fastest professional iron-distance triathlete ever is impacting the biggest races in our sport. Read why.

Trirating expert Thorsten Radde previews the pro fields for T100 Lake Las Vegas, with analysis and odds for you to make your predictions.

Pro Laura Siddall digs into a professional weekend of racing you might have otherwise missed.

Viva Las Vegas! Get the start lists, updates, livestream information, and more from the penultimate T100 Tour race in Lake Las Vegas.

The men's 2024 Ironman World Championship start list is set! Get insight and analysis on how the race is shaping up, plus some stats about the pro field.

Did adding more slots to the women's field "water down" the competition in Nice? We look at qualifying spots, DNF rates, finishing times, and more from the women's 2024 Ironman World Championship.

American Katie Zaferes has raced her last triathlon as a pro. The two-time Olympic medalist and 2019 World Triathlon world champion talks with Triathlete about the decision to retire now and why she opted out of moving up to long-course racing.

Pro Laura Siddall makes the rounds in the midst of a super-packed short-course calendar and talks about some races that might have flown under the radar.

For the first time ever: Alongside all of your favorite training, gear, news, and tri culture content you now can comment, share, and follow in our inclusive multisport community.

Last weekend’s racing saw familiar pro names doing familiar pro things from Italy to Ibiza, and back to China.

Ironman brings back an old favorite and announces a new location, PTO changes plans for Grand Final, and the end of a 26-year triathlon career - catch up on what you may have missed in multisport in September 2024.