Training

We answer the most inscrutable question in tri: Why am I doing this? (And give you an expert-level cheat sheet to decode four common tri workouts.)

The science behind two commonly misunderstood bike workouts.

The best triathlon training plan for kids is no training plan, experts say.

A new study shows just 30 minutes of exercise can help shake off cognitive fatigue.

Tips for nailing recovery nutrition, plus a perfect post-workout recipe for Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie Batter Protein Balls.

Leave it all on the course by practicing your ability to be bold.

Expert answers to your questions about what you can do (and what you really shouldn’t) when you have a hernia.

Apple cider vinegar has been making a huge comeback for its health benefits—is the gummy version the solution to a face-puckering problem?

Get the most from your running this off season with these insights into run training, form, and tech.

Hobbling around the house? These stretches will help relieve your discomfort (and feel good, too).

We’ll feature a workout every Friday so you have new ideas to take to the pool.

Olympian and triathlon legend Andy Potts shares how he plots out a race strategy before every competition.

Build speed and improve your pacing with this track workout from Paralympic medalist Grace Norman.

Don't just conquer the hills - dominate the whole course by running more strategically and finishing faster.

If you've done a triathlon but don’t feel worthy of call yourself a triathlete, then you might be dealing with imposter syndrome. Learn the signs and what to do about it. 

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These six exercises will help wake up and strengthen your ever-important glute muscles.

Talking about this common ailment can seem taboo, but it's important to get the answers you need.

Our calf muscles regularly get overused. It's time to treat them with care.

The principles of incorporating regular high-intensity workouts into your training while avoiding the performance plateaus that come from training too hard.

Moench reveals how she handled back-to-back breakthrough long-course races (getting COVID actually helped!).

The 3x Ironman World Championship podium finisher knows how to master the run leg of a triathlon.

Two-time Ironman St. George winner Heather Wurtele shares expert race recon on the new IM World Championship course—from gear to strategy to where to eat post-race.

Make sure you find fun things to get you motivated and pull you out of the bad patches that inevitably come during a long ride.

How the popular cosmetic injection is helping athletes with lingering plantar fasciitis.

On his victory over Kristian Blummenfelt (“Even without his mechanical issue, I think I still would have won.”), his equipment choices (“Think I could perform OK on a BMX [bike].”), two of his insane workouts, and more.

The super-swimmer shares some ways to ace your long-distance swim.

Sometimes the best way to recover is to keep moving - but not in a traditional swim, bike, run kind of way.

No time to get to the pool? A high-quality 15-minute workout on the Vasa is better than skipping your swim training altogether. 

Plus, three poses to provide relief when one unexpectedly hits.

Are you weak in the glutes? Make sure you're properly activating this large muscle group during strength training with these tips from Jon-Erik Kawamoto.

Looking to build speed in the water? We've got you covered with this session, but be warned—it's hard and fast!

Races are finally happening - and athletes are suddenly finding themselves faced with packed, ambitious race calendars. Our complete, comprehensive guide has expert knowledge on everything from workouts to travel tips to mental strategies.

Weakness in hip adductor muscles can cause knee injuries. Do these five exercises to run strong and healthy.

Fatigue and heavy legs aren't the only sign of overtraining. These behavioral red flags can also signal something's up.

This series of yoga postures will keep your pectoral and upper back muscles loose, while gradually opening the chest and shoulders.

Of all of the takes currently floating around the internet, elite runner Sabrina Little argues that the worst is probably the one about how a professional runner would never eat a burrito.

Try this latest swim workout from Sara McLarty.

There are plenty of hidden gems within the racing season that probably don’t get the credit they deserve—until you talk to the people who return to them year after year.

The Olympic bronze medalist gives us some of her secrets for success when it comes to maximizing your run.

Go hard or go home? Sometimes, going home really is the best bet.

Improve your swim strength and speed—and all in under an hour.

As a triathlete, multiple factors can put you at risk for both of these injuries.

The British short-course star gives us a sneak peak into her weekly training routine.

Getting older doesn't have to mean getting slower—but you've got to understand how to stay one step ahead of the aging curve. We explore it all in this podcast.

Don't get bored in the pool! Check out this week's creative swim session from coach Sara McLarty.

“The best athletes are the ones who practice patience and self-discipline. Be ambitious but not greedy.”

Check out this run workout from a pro who just ran her first sub-three hour marathon at a long-course race.

Triathlon isn’t an easy sport, but we’ve identified eight of the toughest parts of race day and collected expert advice on how to overcome.

Understanding the hardest parts of our sport can help you overcome them.

Debunking the myth that you are broken if you don't maintain contact with your competitors in a race.

Race-week swim sets for every triathlon distance.

Doing a self-supported “adventure tri” is a good way to get your kicks without entry fees or crowds. We’ll tell you how.

Pain is a big part of what triathletes do, but understanding the “language of pain” is essential.

Build your top-end strength and speed with this workout from an up-and-coming short-course star.

A last-minute trip halfway across the world ended with a third-place finish—we have the story and two workouts that helped Haley Chura get there. 

These iron-distance mistakes—or "iron errors"–could be undoing all your hard work.

Maximize your strengths (and overcome your kryptonite) to race your best.

We feature a workout every Friday so you have new ideas to take to the pool.

Want to prevent injury and recover better? Eat right with this healthy meal plan, packed with ingredients that reduce inflammation.

The first American man to win a Paralympic or Olympic medal in an individual event in triathlon shares the swim, bike, and run sets that got him prepped for Tokyo. 

Taylor Knibb has had a breakaway season with a silver medal in Tokyo and huge performances at the Collins Cup and Boulder 70.3. Her coach shares a swim and bike session.

Widowmaker heart attacks—also known as LAD blockages—are rare, but life-threatening. Here's what you need to know.

Overdid it yesterday? When you can’t get up from your couch without groaning, try stretching sore muscles with these easy yoga poses.

New studies show that moderate exercise can improve your immune response and, most importantly, make vaccination even more effective.

All it takes is 30 minutes of light, mindful yoga to help you sleep better and recover better for the next day's sessions.

Why isn't there enough research on women?

You're not just being lazy. It's years of human evolution that lead us to avoid things we dislike. But there are ways to overcome those obstacles.

The British middle distance star has been on a roll this year with huge finishes over world championship-caliber athletes. We have the details and two sessions that made it happen.

When you're still training hard, but not improving, it can be frustrating. It also can be a signal that you shouldn't ignore.

Running can feel like one of the most abusive things triathletes do to their bodies. A few minutes of yoga can help you run faster, farther, and more injury-free—and speed up recovery for your next session.

"If we can’t be exactly sure what sh*t will stick against the wall of long-term adaptation, sometimes the right answer is to confidently and consistently throw all different types of sh*t."

Your mind and body will give much better clues as to how you’re handling the training load than any algorithm can.

A swollen knee should send you to the doctor—but an important question in diagnosis is when did it start swelling: right after running or later the next day?

There are all kinds of benefits from slowing down (and varying) your pace.

We take an inside look at the three-time world champion's key workout—how she prepares, how (and why) she does it, and what she does to recover.

When you're training for three disciplines it can be tricky to keep injuries at bay, but it's not impossible if you know how to stay one step ahead of the all too common problems.

Stay safe around bears, mountain lions and other wildlife with these expert tips.

It can be a controversial topic, but it's well worth knowing the pros and cons of maximalist shoes.

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Looking for an epic aerobic set? We've got you covered.

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We reveal the secrets and science behind tempo runs—one of running’s most important (but poorest-defined) workouts.

We have the inside track on how the Norwegian went from promising young athlete to Olympic champion. (Spoiler alert: It was no accident.)

We all love chasing a KOM or QOM—but can too much Strava be bad for you?

The big toe creates the majority of foot stability and is critical in push-off for running. Improve its activation, strength, and mobility to run more effectively and avoid injury.

Smelly running shoes happen. Find out why, and follow these steps to rid your shoes of the stench.

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

Tapering can instill fear in even the most accomplished of athletes, but our comprehensive guide on how to taper is here to crack the code.