Training

Sure, we all like to brag about our grisly “pain caves” and fear-inducing “she sheds,” but as triathletes who (probably) train too much, sometimes we need a safe space to recover.

See how well you can maintain a fast 100 with this week's swim workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Will your body be ready when the gun goes off? Our illustrated guide has some surprising moves that'll help.

We can’t all be Olympians – but there’s a lot triathletes can learn from the newly-minted 1500m gold medalist. One of triathlon’s speediest swimmers weighs in on how exactly Katie Ledecky swims so fast.

Developing proper form can feel complex and overwhelming. This surprising cue focused on the angle of the shin and femur can help.

We can all learn from the demands of draft-legal racing as we look for new ways to get fitter and faster on the bike.

Supporting your favorite triathlete can be a stressful and time-consuming job. Here’s what you need to know about being the best supporter you can be on race day.

We feature a weekend swim workout from coach Sara McLarty every Friday so you have new ideas to take to the pool.

Australia’s Sarah Crowley flew under the radar after a big 2019. She tells us why and reveals a bike and swim workout that’s helped her return to the podium.

Put a pep in your step with this run workout from Olympian-turned-coach Ryan Bolton.

Try some simple yoga poses and stretches to help relieve sciatica pain and reduce potential sciatica swim-, bike-, and run-related issues.

After tearing her calf, our writer and pro athlete Laura Siddall put three alternatives to running to the test.

If you’re not doing these four fast things from U.S. Olympians, you’re leaving transition time on the triathlon table.

It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of a busier race calendar, but is doing two (or more) iron-distance races a good idea?

Research shows how you address yourself in challenging situations affects your performance.

As events as big as the Olympic Trials get rescheduled because of heat, we turned to science to figure out when it is too hot to run safely.

Be sure to show up to the start line fresh, but sharp, by doing one of these shakeout sets a few days out from your event.

How do you handle the heat? We answer this—and plenty more—as we discuss the physiological and psychological factors leading to successful heat acclimation.

It doesn't take much to make a huge impact on your swim, bike, run, and daily flexibility.

Check out Emma-Kate Lidbury's author page.

How the young American used racing tactics, good decision-making, and an unflappable run in staggeringly hot conditions to even the score against Lionel Sanders.

Help is on the way.

How science is bridging the gap between physical and mental health.

There are many ways to build mental toughness. Here’s a look at what’s worked for top pros over the years.

A race director explains the logistics of utilizing the changing tent (or changing clothes) during a triathlon.

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

Pro triathlete Angela Naeth used this session in the lead-up to her top-10 finish at Unbound Gravel.

Our first-ever online education course will guide you through ten weeks of training for your best 70.3.

Dry needling was studied in runners post-marathon and some pain reduction was seen—but could it all be in their heads?

Learning to be adaptable has never been more important.

The iron distance demands respect. We take a look at what it takes to be ready to tackle one of triathlon’s longest days—and who probably shouldn’t.

Coach Jim Vance’s complete training program gives you the tools you’ll need to race a half-Iron - from workouts to technique to race selection and bike fit!

Pushing it in all three sports, all the time, is a recipe for injury and burnout. Here’s what to do instead.

Making recovery a priority can make you faster than ever.

Ditch the heavy weights and focus on some micro exercises that can deliver huge benefits.

This simple but powerful workout consists of 9 exercises all aimed at building you a stronger and faster running body. You just need a barbell and maybe weight plates.

How well are you cutting the tangents when you race?

The well-respected coach explains his approach to identifying your limiter—and what common limiters are.

These creative spins on Tabletop can help you access your deepest ab muscles, which are essential to building core stability.

Through his over 20 years of coaching, Matt Dixon has identified five common triathlete archetypes that, despite best intentions and total dedication, fall short of realizing individual athletic potential. Could you be making the same mistakes?

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Four pros share their go-to race week workouts, including how to prepare for the session, nail it, and recover well afterwards.

Why you freak out in the week before a race–and how to stop it.

Although a strong single-sport background can provide an edge when getting into triathlon, it can also make for a difficult learning curve.

What might seem natural to some can be a struggle for others. We shed light on the dark art of how to shift bike gears and when.

Unless you're very intentionally paying attention to these elements, you're probably learning bad habits that are contributing to weak glutes.

Sit-ups are one of the least effective ways to strengthen the core.

Road rash from a cycling crash is not an especially deep injury, but it can bleed and is definitely painful.

You've logged endless hours in the water, but now you're ready to test your legs on dry land.

We explore all aspects of peaking and tapering to help you arrive at the start line in your best shape yet.

Knowing how to warm-up for your race can be a key factor in achieving peak performance.

A meta-analysis of research done on interval training and the effect on time trial performance revealed a few key lessons.

Several savvy triathlete multitaskers share their top tips for time efficiency.

Did you start biking during the pandemic or ready to take on a new challenge with your cycling? It's time to try a tri.

Training solo or in a group can bring about very different results—but which is best for you?

We explore three important types of workouts—steady runs, tempo runs, and VO2 max work—and how to properly “feel” the proper pace and effort while doing them.

If you want to take your first leg of triathlon to the next level, you're going to have to do more than log laps.

Get your body and mind ready for racing with this simulation workout.

World Athletics looked into eight years of performance improvements, and some crazy statisticians from Cornell reviewed thousands of web photos — and they have numbers.

It's time to learn how to corner on a bike (without fear!). Get around the bend faster with these pro tips from a world champion cyclist.

When it comes to getting stronger while training for races, focus on mobility and balance.

Coach Matt Dixon explains that it's all too common for triathletes to become stuck in a vortex of dysfunctional training.

It might as well be the official motto of endurance sports: You never know what’s going to happen on race day.

Derided by online analysts as a victim to his own running form, the fleet-footed Matt Hanson is firing back at his heel-striking critics with some advice of his own.

Build bike-specific strength and threshold power - and all in under an hour.

Calm your nerves and ease your return to racing with these tips.

New research suggests hot tubs, not ice baths, might be better for recovery.

Canadian Lionel Sanders broke the tape just ahead of Sam Long in last week’s epic duel at North American 70.3 Championships. We share the inside track to his prep and two of his key workouts.

Successful parent-triathletes share their tricks and tips for making it all work.