Training

Coach Lance Watson and Ironman champion Brent McMahon help you develop a strategy for deciding where to start your race.

Who says Sunday's big game has to result in a big calorie surplus? Peel yourself off the couch and try this challenge.

This week’s workout is a simple way to break up a six-mile run with some added speed.

LifeSport coach Lance Watson provides tips to help you refine your open-water skills and develop confidence ahead of your next triathlon.

Early training camps are a great way to kick off your best season yet.

If you are a middle of the pack Ironman athlete and wonder where you can make your biggest gains, the answer usually lies in the run.

Winter conditions have you stuck at home? Ride (or run) out the storm with this collection of indoor sessions.

Bounding helps strengthen all the muscles in your lower legs while also improving power and stability.

How does Olympian Sarah True have fun (and stay fit) during the off-season? By going off-road!

Intervals after a climbing set can make you feel like you are riding through mud, but they make you strong in the long run!

Looking for a run improvement? The answer may be found on your bike.

Coach Gordo Byrn provides three sets that specifically address the limiters that he sees most often when working with athletes.

If you look like you know what you are doing in the water, chances are high that you may be asked for advice at the pool.

For most triathletes, missing a workout is a cause of major anxiety.

Check out Jené Shaw's author page.

Need a few talking points to secure your spouse’s ongoing support in 2016? Here are seven great reasons why you NEED to do triathlon!

Want to work on quickening your stride? All you need is a new playlist … and a little rhythm.

Treat and prevent this lower-back and leg pain.

Coach Michael Norton discusses how you can benefit from motor pacing and shares a few workouts he does with his athletes.

Cadence is important, but the strength of your catch is paramount for gaining speed.

Fins can help you to understand what a good kick should feel like.

A key thing triathletes need to learn is to “train movements, not muscles.”

Do you find yourself getting bored while on the bike trainer, or do you avoid it all together?

This week's session will get your heart rate up and force you to work hard.

While most triathletes know they should warm up before running workouts, many don’t know exactly how to carry out that warm-up.

How the fourth-place Ironman World Championship finisher recuperates after his toughest 140.6 miles of the year.

Learn how a pull buoy can help you become a better swimmer, which pull buoy to buy, and three of our favorite pull buoy workouts.

Make the best use of the trendiest new swim tool.

Three bike-handling tips from pro Meredith Kessler’s personal guru.

This one-hour workout is great for triathletes who don't belong to a gym or who might be traveling and not have access to gym equipment.

New to the sport? One of the first things you'll want to do is pick a goal race so you can plot your course of action.

Your questions about swimming as a triathlete, answered by coach and professional triathlete Sara McLarty.

Dr. Jordan Metzl discusses the two main reasons for muscle cramping in endurance athletes.

The top 10 swim, bike, run and strength sessions published on Triathlete.com in 2015.

Guidelines for making the most of your pool time during triathlon’s off months.

Don't let the winter conditions trap you indoors. Contributor AJ Johnson shares 10 gear must-haves to get you through the cooler months.

This condition is more common than you think and confuses a lot of athletes.

Consider yourself more of a swim-biker? Take advice on how you can shake up your training for a faster run split at your next race.

This swim set has a little bit of everything—freestyle, stroke, kick and pull.

Follow these 10 tips and you’ll be flying next spring.

Your guide to pacing perfectly on a flat course and making a hilly course “flat.”

Do these four quick exercises before your next workout to activate your most important run muscle.

Break out the calendar and get ready for an exciting 2017 season.

With a growing body of literature investigating running economy, runners are starting to better understand the role it plays in performance.

Restorative yoga emphasizes deep relaxation in an effort to help you feel rested and recovered.

With the advent of more advanced online tools, it’s easier than ever to scope out the competition.

Push through the mental and physical barrier of settling in at tempo effort in this one-hour trainer workout from coach Mike Ricci.

Holidays are an easy excuse to do some unconventional things so why not mix up your training routine for a day, too?

Want to mix it up in a group ride? Here are some tips if you decide to join the roadies!

This hill workout helps build strength without taxing your body.

Taking your dream and turning it into Ironman reality requires combining solid training programs with incredible desire.

Your questions about swimming as a triathlete, answered by coach and professional triathlete Sara McLarty.

Advice from a former age-group champion turned pro.

Learning to swim is often the biggest hurdle for adults getting into triathlon. With all the information out there, is a coach necessary?

Establish these now to come back even stronger next year.

Regular massage is a great way to foster recovery and provide feedback on how your training is working.

Warming up with a light jog and some dynamic stretches isn’t enough to prepare your body for a hard workout.

“As the legs tire, you raise the power and push through the mental and physical barrier of settling in at tempo effort and watts.”

Get the biggest bang for your buck by following these three guidelines.

Indoor cycling workouts can be an incredibly efficient use of your time.

Columnist Meredith Atwood on "how the fat girl got a little fitter"—from the inside out.

If you’re thinking of adding a plus-one to your next run, consider these dos and don’ts of running with the three-wheeled monster.

Take our advice—starting from square one—on how to get swim-ready for your first race.

At some point you will want to improve a single aspect of your triathlon game.

Racing can be painful. For some reason, we keep coming back for more, signing up for event after event, year after year.

How necessary is it for a triathlete to take the time to become an efficient flip-turner? Two coaches debate this topic.

A typical triathlon swim can be divided into different segments, and each has an optimum stroke cadence.

Time on the yoga mat should vary depending on where you are with your training.

Have you ever felt like crap prior to a big workout or race only to have an incredible performance? If so, you’re in good company.

You’re not a single-sport pool swimmer, so why would you train like one?

Tim DeBoom explains why the pre-race pattern is one of the keys to his success—in both sports and in life.

The speedwork in this session is performed at a short, manageable pace with a small window of recovery.

Increase your tolerance using these mental tools.

A handful of insights from seasoned triathletes on what you can do this off-season to make yourself a better runner next year.

The straight-leg run is an effective way to promote a mid-foot strike while encouraging quick turnover and improving coordination.

Despite the benefits, most cyclists and triathletes don’t include strength workouts in their training.

Lack of motivation is quite common for athletes who have been consistently training all year and are headed toward their final event.

Spending time stretching and focusing on key areas will help you gain more flexibility, strength and balance.

TriRock Philadelphia champions share advice on making triathlon and family relationships work.

The American recently finished seventh at the 2015 Ironman World Championship.

This workout is designed to work at tempo effort while incorporating different cadence levels.

Alternative motivators for getting in the pool this winter.

Your questions about swimming as a triathlete, answered by coach and professional triathlete Sara McLarty.

Targeting these three components has helped many athletes run more fluidly, use their muscles more efficiently and increase strength.

No. 1: Never take yourself too seriously. We do this sport for fun. Very few of us are actually feeding our families via swim, bike and run.

This stamina workout will force you not only to be aware of your pacing, but also help you finish your races with a kick.

Humans evolved to run, hunt and gather. The science of post-exercise recovery reveals how our bodies also adapted to quickly rebuild.

It’s no surprise that many Ironman athletes come to Kona a bit bruised and battered. But is it smart to still race?

Pass the time and get your heart rate up during the Ironman World Championship with this one-hour trainer session.

The fastest amateur from Kona 2014 shares his tips for the run.