Training

Interested in the idea of training for a triathlon? This sprint training plan keeps it simple so that someone with no swim, bike, or run experience can successfully reach the finish line.

Despite its benefits, some athletes are reluctant to begin strength training.

Use this solid set to lay a strong brick foundation.

Ideally for every hour of time change, you should arrive an equal number of days ahead of the race.

Noted triathlon coach Tim Crowley shows us the assisted pull-up, a terrific old-school upper body strengthening exercise with a twist.

While strong legs are important, a toned upper body can improve your running more than you might think.

Ready to see significant progress in your Ironman goals, and still maintain a bit of a life balance? Here's your plan!

There are a few key technique points that will create a successful recovery and enable an efficient underwater pull.

Get more fitness return on your training investment by addressing these problems.

We have to balance swim, bike, and run with the other chaos of life, so it's easy to neglect or completely ignore strength training.

No matter how many hours you dedicate to training, you may still be spending more time sitting at a desk or in a car.

Get a better handle on your ability to control pace with the speedy swim session.

Shin splints have derailed many an athlete’s hard-won training gains.

Repeat this with us: Strength training does not always mean weight training.

This is a great exercise to help alleviate Achilles, plantar and other lower leg/foot issues.

Jay Dicharry shares how your brain can be rewired to promote better running form and improved performance.

Feeling unhappy about the way you look is something almost all of us have experienced at some point in our lives.

Here are a few signs that it's time for you to pause and focus on resetting.

The gear and training knowledge required to make it from T1 to T2 can feel overwhelming.

The slideboard split squat will decrease the chance of injury and increase your performance potential.

I get so nervous before races that I sometimes almost throw up. Why does my body sabotage itself like this, and what can I do about it?

Swim this workout every two weeks to chart your progress as the 2018 race season approaches.

A house is only as strong as its foundation, and a body is only as strong as its feet.

Box jumps are an excellent plyometric exercise for building explosive muscular strength in the hamstrings, glutes and quads.

If you’re back in training and not seeing the numbers you’d like—you’re not alone.

"Remember to keep a strong heart and an even stronger determination."

Use this mix of energy systems to work your threshold without neglecting speed.

Still stuck indoors, but want to begin practicing early-season race nutrition now? Find out how.

Knee pain after running on the treadmill? We can help you.

This is a great lower body exercise that will help increase leg strength and back strength.

Stretch cords are a versatile, underrated tool to use for developing strength and technique in the water.

Jay Dicharry helps us visualize the pressure and load we put on our bodies with every running stride.

You’ve set your goal and hired a coach to help get you there. Now here's how to get the most out of your investment.

Too often, athletes run out of physical or mental energy before their long season is over.

Are you doing a push-up the proper way?

You want to set goals that inspire action and positive change.

Transferring winter gym strength to swim, bike, and run can be one of the most beneficial ways to increase performance.

A solid plan to build a better spring doesn’t have to be grueling or time-consuming.

Stoke your stroke with a trip to Insta-worthy destinations with A+ coaches. Swimprovement has never been so luxurious.

An excellent way to increase your hamstring’s range of motion.

Yes, YOU can do a long-distance race like an Ironman. Coach Steven Moody shares the misconceptions he commonly hears when it comes to Ironman racing.

Fine-tune your form with this early-season tech-fixer.

How to put more fun and less WTF into your first days of swim, bike, run.

The surprising habits that get in the way of running well, and how you can get back on track.

In this video we offer you a cheap alternative to getting a deep tissue massage on your lower legs.

Whether you’re just getting into running or returning after a hiatus, it’s important to take a smart, gradual approach to gaining fitness.

Commit to strengthening your kinetic chain and you’ll spend more time doing what you love and out of the doctor’s office.

This Swedish-born event is gaining traction in other countries, including the U.S.

A stair-running champion explains how to elevate your run performance.

Building up your quads makes your knees more stable and less susceptible to injury.

Use this super-challenging bike workout to push your cycling threshold higher.

New to swimming? Print off these sessions from coach Sara McLarty to make the most of your time in the pool.

Tim Crowley and friends demonstrate an effective move for the prevention of calf muscle and Achilles tendon strains.

Injuries are often the sum of all stress placed on the body.

Athletes are using meditation to get an edge for these six reasons.

Slipped disk treatment, prevention, and exercises.

A little bit of creativity and your own body weight can help you maintain fitness and build strength without needing to go anywhere.

Hone a strong finish with this simple, but tough, interval workout.

The very words “stress fracture” invoke intense fear in any athlete's heart.

The Palloff Press will help strengthen your center of gravity, which in turn lessens the likelihood of injury.

This drill is an easy way to get in some quick upper body and core strength training in the middle of any swim workout.

Another key advantage of a good hill workout is that it can help your running form.

Crossing the centerline is a common problem that’s difficult to notice while swimming with a proper head position.

Follow these eight winter cycling tips for an enjoyable riding experience this season.

Burn off those excess holiday calories and jumpstart your unused muscles with this unique bike/run/weight brick.

Knowing the answers to these three common questions can boost your swim split—and take the drag out of training.

The side bridge runner is an exercise specific to runners that engages the glute medius and promotes both shoulder and core stability.

Ah, speedwork. It hurts so good! But alas, if it hurts so bad, you can derail your season before it even gets started.

Scientists say no, but athletes have a different take on the issue.

Based on tried and tested yoga positions, these four moves have been tweaked to target a triathlete’s tightest spots.

When it comes down to it, wearing the proper clothing is the most important factor.

Follow these three tips from mental skills expert Carrie Cheadle to make sure your next big racing or training goal becomes reality.

Bound your way to increased run strength

Let us introduce to you the old school, four lap, President’s physical fitness, Roger Bannister throwdown: the mile.

Looking for some solid swim, bike, and run advice as you embark on your 2018 triathlon season?

Sometimes the best way to get faster is to slow down. Presenting three key ways to use walking for speed.

Need some workout inspiration as you head into the new year?

This session works a range of effort levels, from easy to threshold.

Here are eight travel tips for athletes to make your next flight more “Meh.” and less, “Argh!”

If you run with a dog, you already know the rewards. If you never have, you should experience it at least once.

Don’t get lost in junk mileage during the off-season; focus on these three areas for big performance gains next year.

Use this short swim to wake up your swimming system and beat the wintertime blues.

This stretching exercise will help increase range of motion in your hips and, in turn, increase stride length.

Toe and/or foot numbness is a common problem among cyclists that often involves more than one root cause.

There are a number of reasons to consider learning this skill.

You will find the rhythm of workouts to be fun and achievable for even those with busy work or family commitments.

If you spend most of your day sitting, you can pretty much guarantee your posterior strength leaves something to be desired.

Here are some ideas for skills and workout drills to do during the off-season so you can start next season primed for speed and performance.

Whether it is a panic attack, fear of the “Creature from the Black Lagoon,” or simply an aversion to murky water, you are not alone.

Use this killer set to practice riding well with fatigued legs