Training

This PR-making Olympic triathlon training plan from top coach Jim Vance shows how to get faster without sacrificing rest and recovery.

For faster times with fewer miles, try incorporating plyometrics into your training.

With great foam rolling comes great responsibility. Our experts explain how triathletes can avoid these five big (and easy) mistakes.

Pack all the toys in your swim bag for this workout from coach Sara McLarty.

We break down a handful of studies on both pros and age-group triathletes to answer the age-old question: What matters the most - the swim, the bike, or the run?

Your feet take a pounding in triathlon - so what does it mean when they go numb mid-run? Physical therapist Jennie Hansen digs into the possible causes and solutions.

Ironman legend Mark Allen shares his two-week taper plan for the full- and half-iron distances, along with expert tips on how to taper right.

Learn the art of swim pacing with this simple but effective one-hour workout.

The best race performance will come from smart pacing, and a windy day will change what it feels like to make the bike go fast.

Your achingly tight hip flexors need more than a few seconds in a lunge.

This Olympic-distance specific set will get you ready for your next 1500-meter swim.

Sea lice, jellyfish, and seals - oh, my! When you go for a swim, there are plenty of aquatic creatures you might encounter, and they aren't always friendly. Here's how to deal.

A new study claims that people with a history of cycling are less likely to develop osteoarthritis in their knees—and that finding has interesting implications both for athletes and for how we think about osteoarthritis.

A team of researchers wanted to know how many triathletes were getting poor sleep. The answer? All of them. The experts share why - and what to do about it.

Get the most bang for your running buck with this one-hour tempo session.

Thundercat jammed, Diana Nyad hugged, Jimmy Chin autographed, and thousands of fans soaked up the stoke in Denver this past weekend.

Why step-ups make you a more powerful uphill runner, techniques and tips for how to do them, and two sample workouts.

Swimming all-star Sara McLarty shares a workout to try this weekend.

A new study puts to bed the "endurance myth" that a layer of sunscreen will block the body's ability to sweat or dissipate heat during exercise.

This technique-focused workout will help improve your pedaling and efficiency.

These five stretches provide the relief your key leg muscles need after a long day of triathlon training or racing.

Patrick Lange has big warnings around carbon-plated shoes, shares his workouts, and gives (surprising) lessons we can all use from his current superhuman quest for a sub-2:30 Ironman marathon.

Use these skills sessions to help you become a more efficient, confident and safer triathlete on the bike.

Get kicking with this swim workout specifically designed to help you build stronger swim legs.

The old strength training adage of never letting your knees go over your toes is being upended. Here’s why triathletes, specifically, should reconsider that conventional wisdom.

A new study on triathletes gives "crapping out" at a race a whole new meaning. We speak with the researchers about how dropping a deuce before your next race could actually help you make smarter decisions on the course.

Having a high VO2 max is great, but new research is revealing that the key to big performances is maximizing something else. What can triathletes learn?

To get the most out of a practice race, you need a clearly-defined approach (and no, "go fast" isn't it). Coach Alison Freeman shares four specific practice triathlon race strategies and how to choose the best one to prep for your "A" race.

Raise your power capacity with this explosive, unconventional sprint workout.

Are you a “Super Scrubber?" How about a “Big Lebowski?” Check out seven common taper week personality types, and get expert advice on how to properly manage your pre-race alter ego.

You may think going to the gym is your only option for strengthening your rotator cuff, but these yoga exercises can prepare your shoulders for the demands of training, relieve shoulder pain, and reduce the risk of injury.

If freestyle is the only stroke you're doing in the pool, you're missing out on extra swim strength and speed. Build your skills, efficiency, and muscles with this IM and non-free workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Ready to tackle your first Ironman or iron-distance event? Check out our expertly written training plan specifically for first-timers.

Strengthen and stretch your muscles after a long ride with a simple stretching exercise every triathlete should know.

This bike workout features a little bit of everything to help improve your cadence and technique—as well as your fitness.

Pro triathlete Emma Pallant-Browne knows a thing or two about how to bounce back from a bad start. She talks about her rocky beginning to 2024, and what every triathlete can learn from her resilience and victory at the 2024 Ironman 70.3 Mallorca.

Adequate rest and recovery are key to getting fitter—here’s how to time it right.

Use a test set to find some renewed motivation in the pool.

Becoming a faster triathlete doesn't always have to involve hours of training or running up your credit card with the latest gear. Coach Alison Freeman shares eight simple ways to shave time at your next race.

Boost your aerobic fitness and run-specific strength with this hill reps workout from Coach Ryan Bolton.

Your foam roller is a simple but invaluable tool to help keep injuries at bay—if you know how best to use it.

Swap your yoga mat for your mattress in this yoga sequence to help you get more recovery ZZZs.

Triathletes training for any distance can benefit from quick and snappy 50s, especially when they're used to cover a variety of skills and drills in a short amount of time.

Running with your dog isn't just a good time - it's good for you (and Fido, too).

This 70.3 training plan is designed for first-time half Ironman participants who want to do just enough training for a successful finish.

Train for the inevitable with this open-water-focused swim workout.

Race season has arrived. We take a look at some key open-water drills to help improve your swim.

The fitter you get, the more likely you are to feel that you can’t get enough oxygen during hard exercise.

Triathlete contributor and swimming all-star Sara McLarty provides a workout for you to take to the pool this weekend.

From missing packet pickup to mid-race tech troubles and getting lost on the course, coach Alison Freeman provides a roadmap to get you through the worst-case scenarios of race day.

Sam Laidlow’s coach (and father) Richard Laidlow answers a very big question with four answers for four types of long-course triathletes.

Work on your pacing—and your aerobic endurance—with this simple build run.

You might think you *need* to train seven days a week. You don't, explains mental health researcher Jill Colangelo.

And they just happen to be yoga.

Pain in the front of the knee, or anterior knee pain, is a common injury affecting both recreational and seasoned triathletes.

Don't go to the pool without a plan! Use this workout from coach Sara McLarty to establish a base for the skills you'll need come race day.

Enjoy hitting some higher intensity power bursts that'll get you working hard in this session.

Long-course triathlon is hard, but breaking any of these basic (race-killing) commandments is easy. Coach Julie Dunkle lays out the essential rules to follow if you want to have a fun, successful race for your first 70.3 triathlon.

And three stretches to do right now.

Getting older doesn’t have to mean getting slower if you apply the right intensity to your training.

Bring your bag of swim tools to the pool this weekend - you're going to need them for this drill-tastic session from coach Sara McLarty!

You can do a triathlon! Follow this road map to cross your first triathlon finish line in just eight weeks.

Billed as the latest and greatest way to build usable strength (and save time), we look at how this unconventional fad can help triathletes swim, bike, and run.

Build endurance and power with this short but effective session.

You see the word "adaptations" in training articles and plans - but what does that even mean?

Allow us to introduce you to some seriously effective stretches.

Build your open-water sighting skills (and neck muscles) with the Tarzan Drill for swimmers using this weekend swim workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Looking to improve your swim fitness and technique in one workout? We've got you covered.

Increasing your run volume while minimizing the risk of injury can be a tricky balancing act. Coach Mike Ricci explains how to pull it off successfully.

Bored in the pool? This weekend's workout from coach Sara McLarty includes a fun and challenging drill you probably have never tried before.

Coach Andrew Sheaff explains exactly why some swim sets have short rest intervals and others have long rest intervals - and how to time yours perfectly for the workout you're doing today.

Hate the dread-mill? The best way to get through an hour on the old conveyor belt is to break up the session into manageable pieces—check in with your form for even more value.

"I'm looking for affordable exercise equipment and have come across resistance bands, but I have no idea how I'd use them. What are the best resistance band exercises?"

Looking for side stretches to target your IT bands and obliques? Yoga FTW! This 20-minute routine will give you the deep stretch you're looking for.

When it comes to swimming, most triathletes believe you can either be fast or you can be smooth. That's not the case. Master both swim styles with this set from coach Sara McLarty.

When you get the opportunity to work on your form, this indoor-specific set is a great way to round out your pedal stroke.

Don't skip the critical warm-up and cooldown periods in your workout - these brief bookends to your main set do a lot to keep you healthy and injury-free.

This simple Olympic triathlon training plan is the perfect mix of swim, bike, and run to help you cross the finish line with a smile on your face.

This weekend's swim workout is brought to you by the number 200.

You're not imagining it - swimming really is harder when your pool's water temps are outside of the norm. Adjust your swim sessions with these tips from coach Andrew Sheaff.

Pedal efficiency, technique, and position set you up for the season ahead in this week's 60-minute session.

A look at what mobility is, what it isn't, and why it's so fundamental to your success as you move across swim, bike, and run.

These six workouts can boost your VO2 max plus improve your speed and endurance at lactate threshold, covering the widest range of areas for potential gains on race day.

Technically, you can train for the bike leg of a triathlon on any bike, even a Peloton. But should you? And how, exactly?

This pyramid sprint session from coach Sara McLarty is a great way to boost your speed and confidence in the water.

Beat the winter blues with this bike trainer workout that features everything from all-out sprints to a steady time trial.

There are a host of ways to determine your training heart-rate zones, but where does that magic number come from when you first turn on a new smartwatch or log into your new online training platform?

It's one of the most important factors in achieving athletic success, but it can be so hard to achieve—we take a look at how to make your training more consistent.

Get your swimming on track with this training plan from Coach Megan Melgaard.