Training

Did that fartlek workout lead to a major bonk instead of runner’s high? We demystify some of the most common running terms.

Next time you have a race or workout that doesn’t go as planned, employ these tried-and-true tips.

Jesse Thomas explains why hiring a coach is the best investment you can make, plus the do’s and don’ts of being a coachable athlete.

This broken endurance set keeps the mind engaged with a different focus for each interval.

One thing the long run has in common across all distances is the crucial role it plays in getting an athlete ready for competition.

Three new books that can help you reach your performance goals.

Despite the fact that endurance athletes are at higher risk for skin cancers, many aren’t protecting their skin as much as they should.

Every workout in your week should fulfill a specific role within your overall annual plan.

Don't let the heat of the dog days spoil your training. Use these tips to train safely and effectively all summer long.

Learn how to treat and prevent a sprained ankle.

You didn’t become a triathlete just to log yardage in the pool. It’s time to start thinking—and racing—like an open-water swimmer.

In honor of National Running Day, we’ve gathered some of our favorite advice from over the years to help you run faster off the bike.

Take ownership of the awesomeness within you—no matter where you are.

Coach Andrew Shanks uses this set as part of a steady-state training buildup.

Avoid disaster by following this golden rule.

Every triathlete can learn a thing or two about cycling from roadies.

Kettlebell training could be the perfect combination of strength and cardio work for endurance athletes.

Findlay aims to again represent Canada at the Olympics, but her initial goal is to put together a consistent, injury-free 2015 season.

2013 Ironman Brazil Champion and top American triathlete Tim O'Donnell shares what he brings on his long runs.

Are you stuck in a running rut? Take your running where it’s never been before–quite literally.

Want to qualify for the big show? Outside of dedicated training and some luck, the key to the best shot is to play to your strengths.

This week's session is unusual—running backwards, uphill!—and incredibly challenging.

Learn how to exit the swim, make efficient buoy turns, sight properly and do a proper dolphin dive with two-time Ironman winner Luke Bell.

Chlorine kills a lot of bad stuff, but frequent swim training can still pose some pesky health concerns.

Switch up your bike training to boost performance.

Longtime pro Matty Reed shares swim tips, and demonstrates a proper swim stroke and flip-turn technique.

Ever need to surge in a race and then settle back into a comfortable pace? This workout is designed to help prepare for that effort.

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

Why do I have to wear a shirt during U.S. Ironman events when I can race topless in non-Ironman events?

Top coaches, doctors and physical therapists provide advice to keep you healthy throughout this triathlon season.

Registration sells out quickly every year for this all-female triathlon.

Sara McLarty recommends these three tips for helping you get a better kick in the water.

Depending on your goals, a run/walk method could get you to the finish line faster—and in greater comfort.

Your core muscles, which include your abs, glutes, hips and lower back, work together to hold your torso solid when you run.

Sara McLarty explains why you don't necessarily have to spend hours and hours in the pool to become a better freestyle swimmer.

This bike session can be done on the trainer or on the road.

Want to gain an edge without draining your wallet? Apply these small details to your training and racing.

Walking into a swim club Masters or triathlon club swim session for the first time can be an intimidating and confusing experience.

Why you should have a set strategy for race morning—plus, a sample schedule for the hours leading up to the race start.

Going off the May 5 holiday of Cinco de Mayo, the workout is built around multiples of five.

The Ironman world champion shares advice for age-groupers looking to improve their Ironman time: You have to go faster to get faster.

A look at swim, bike, run, nutrition and recovery gear made especially for women.

Coach Brett Sutton writes about how a balanced work life may be the key to enhancing your performance on the race course.

The less-obvious parts of your stroke that could help you get through the water quicker.

The goals of this session are to improve strength and be aware of pace judgment.

Dr. Jordan Metzl identifies the different types of bad back pain that plague endurance athletes and lays out the most effective treatments.

A recent article revealed that running speed plays an important role in the amount of impact the knee experiences during a run.

Learn the first eight collegiate institutions that will benefit from a share of the $2.6 million, multi-year Women's Triathlon Emerging Sport Grant.

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

Single-sport races will help you sharpen your race-specific skills and serve as great teaching tools for tracking progress.

Editor-in-chief Julia Polloreno looks at both sides of the gender equality issue when it comes to professional slot allocation in Kona.

Oops—you inadvertently went off course at a triathlon. Here's what to do when you realize your mistake and the possible ramifications.

This trainer session from coach Heather Gill combines hard VO2 max intervals with long, steady efforts to train different energy systems.

Follow these techniques to build a rock-solid foundation.

In the excerpt from his new book, Olympian Alan Culpepper lays out two pitfalls to watch for when running with others.

Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point—choose your best massage with these expert tips.

There’s a risk of adding them into your workout mix too soon.

Regular fartlek-style workouts can up your performance while decreasing training time.

Coach Justin Chester gives advice for three issues that many triathletes face when trying to get in the right amount of training.

This hierarchy will determine where you should focus your time in the pool.

Advice for avoiding panic attacks and other perceived perils of open-water swimming.

Avoid these and you will be well on your way toward getting the most out of your device.

A strategy to implement—and adhere to—healthy changes.

It’s helpful to quiz yourself along the way to check progress, identify areas for improvement and develop confidence.

Do you want to break through at the 70.3 distance? Running well off the bike requires strong fitness. It also requires specific practice.

Consider yourself past the intermediate level and want to step it up? This by-feel 70.3 plan will have you pushing the pace this year.

Coach Andrew Shanks uses this indoor bike session as part of a steady-state training buildup.

Triathlon coach Brett Sutton explains the use of the non-traditional "chopping board paddles."

Periods of rest are highly active phases during which the body builds itself up.

A half-iron specialist, Naeth recently won her first Ironman (Chattanooga in 2014), and is structuring her 2015 season around a Kona bid.

Ironman head referee Jimmy Riccitello answers your questions about the rules of the sport.

The combination of dynamic and static stretching can have a big impact on increasing flexibility and improving performance.

Those spectator signs aren’t just kind (and often funny) gestures—positive cues may get you to the finish line faster.

Learn how to treat and prevent this lower-back and buttock pain that is common among runners and triathletes.

Various studies support the pros and cons of each style—so which is correct?

This workout will challenge you to make a distinction between running steady and moderately hard.

Follow the 80/20 rule for new performance gains.

Do you think it's not even worth changing into workout clothes if you only have 20 minutes to train? Think again.

With power meters and GPS devices, what role does a heart rate monitor play, and how should it be used throughout the year?

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

Experts weigh in with six important things to add into your race prep.

Don’t be sidelined by plantar fasciitis—treat and prevent this common foot pain with these home remedies.

The right way to approach a pre-race run routine.

Triathletes will benefit most from including some technique-focused drills and pace work in every session.

The newly-married Zafares had a stellar start to the season with a runner-up finish at WTS Abu Dhabi.

What are the biggest differences in how an age-grouper should train versus a pro? Matt Reed gives his answer.

Elite coach Darren Smith provides guidelines for tackling two different types of hills.

Avoid injury and start your season strong with this progression from off-season workouts to speed training.

Stuck indoors? Try this training session from coach Andrew Shanks.