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"Motivation and hope are great things—but they are only real in the face of discipline, hustle, and work."

Get your questions for Chris Leiferman and Kennett Peterson ready!

John Hellemans looks back on a life as winning triathlete, Olympic-level coach, and sports doctor.

Turns out the personality clash is real.

Triathlete’s 2019 Cover Contest Winner Michelle Bandur is a TV reporter with a mission to change lives through sport.

This is an inspiring and motivating hour of Q&A you won't want to miss!

Pep talk: You don’t have to look a certain way, and you don’t need a certain amount of equipment before getting started in triathlon.

Scoring a podium finish at Ironman 70.3 Mont Tremblant this past weekend evoked equal parts elation and relief for pro Eric Lagerstrom.

Get your questions for Siri Lindley ready!

Dana Platin - who took up triathlon while living in South America - is on a mission to help others achieve their goals.

Six of the eight athletes have already punched their tickets to Kona.

Join us on Wednesday at 1 p.m. MDT for a live chat with Ben Hoffman and Joe Gambles.

The lowdown on T-Town, host of the first brand-new 140.6 to debut in the United States since Chattanooga made its grand entrance in 2014.

Someone get Luke McKenzie a “Greatest Dad Ever” coffee mug for Father’s Day this year. Or better yet – make it a bike bottle.

Revenue, risks, growth potential, and a surprise cameo from Marvel comics--it's all in here.

Join us on Wednesday at 1p.m. MDT for a live chat with two of the top American long-course triathletes in the sport.

After leaving the military, triathlon has drastically altered the course of these four former Army Rangers’ lives for the better.

Outer order equals inner calm. Here’s a fool-proof organizational method that will have you on your way to feeling a tri calm.

Take these reads to the beach, or use them to pass the time on the trainer.

Swim, bike, and run seem simple enough, but our sport has a unique language all its own. One of our writers does her best(ish) to unlock tri lingo.

Join the Triathlete Magazine editors for our Facebook Live Q&A with professional triathletes Rachel Joyce and Lauren Brandon tomorrow, Wednesday, June 5, at 1 p.m. MDT.

One of the sport’s most recognized figures may not be the fastest, but Bob Babbitt’s lighthearted love of tri has brought countless athletes to the multisport table.

"There's this misconception that being disabled means you are a lesser athlete. I'd like to change that." - Erich Manser

Destination racing just became more affordable.

Mark your calendars for March 2020 and get ready to head to California. Swedish swimrun series ÖTILLÖ is coming.

The Managing Director of the Bahrain-Merida cycling team also served as a coach to Prince Nasser of Bahrain and was quoted as Ironman 70.3 Slovenia's race director.

The two-time Olympian has become a vocal advocate for mental health.

How Wahoo's Director of Finance created a career she loves—plus her tips for managing the balance of work and training.

Some airports have turned into travel havens for athletes and the health-minded—you just have to know where to look.

Youngster Sam Long surprised everyone—himself included—when he took the win at Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga.

Happiness is the opportunity to work on something that fulfills you creatively and intellectually—and maybe even nab a free entry to your favorite tri, courtesy of your CEO.

Meredith Atwood shares a personal story about how swim, bike, and run have helped her to learn to embrace the unknowns of life.

Triathletes with personal support networks are better equipped to deal with, um, everything—from the emotional stresses of training and competitions, to funky performances, fatigue, and injuries.

"Tri University" columnist Kristin Goett shares three jobs that will help student triathletes balance training, studying, and building the necessary cash.

It’s easy being green.

The 70.3 Gulf Coast podium finisher on facing doubts, tough swim conditions, post-race food (burgers!), and recovery from a tough race.

Mike Plant's tireless advocacy for triathlon during its awkward teenage years made our sport what it is today. Kona champ, Plant's friend, and co-author of Trihistory.com, Scott Tinley, remembers his fellow legend, who passed away on May 5.

Chrissie Wellington learned that grinning through the pain made her even stronger.

Even “green” races are hauling out a lot of trash.

Pro Eric Lagerstrom's stay-fresh secret? Go overland. Here's how.

You jump into this sport full of hope for a challenge, and maybe a change—but then the fear of everything sets in.

The race will return to the United States for the first time since 2017.

Whether you’re a total triathlon neophyte (welcome!) or you’ve been at it for decades, we’re sure you’ll find these pages packed full of fun tricks that’ll intrigue you—and ultimately better your experience in the sport.

The world's largest bicycle retailer Decathlon is making moves in the American market with a new superstore in Northern California.

It's been four years since Ironman announced a new focus on China, claiming the country’s exploding, flush middle-class was the world’s next greatest endurance sports market. Turns out, getting a country hooked on tri is a lot more complicated—and fascinating—than just finding the money.

Triathlon will always be there for you—no matter what you're going through or how much or little attention you're willing to give it.

Scoring an airline upgrade—be it through credit card points, status, or cold hard cash—may mean arriving rested and ready at your goal race.

Kelly O'Mara on zen and the art of triathlon's most hallowed meeting place.

SRAM already has a fleet of power meter options with its Quarq brand, so why purchase PowerTap? The answer lies in its pedal-based power meter technology.

A simple choice every beginner triathlete can benefit from: I will think differently today.

Don’t know Bart? You should. True tri fans won't be surprised by the Belgian’s stellar result at the 2018 IM World Championship.

We polled the sport’s top traveling pros for a list of their favorite far-flung tris.

Triathlete.com's sister site, Competitor Running, has a new look and a new name.

Access all 160 gear reviews from your computer, tablet, or phone.

Intimidated by triathlon? Meredith Atwood shares a formula that will help you get excited about reaching the start line.

Mom. Lawyer. Entrepreneur. Weight loss champion. Ironman. Meet Rachel Brenke.

More than 1,300 athletes will race for individual and club titles this weekend at USA Triathlon Collegiate Club National Championships in Tempe, Ariz.

We dedicated this issue to happiness in all its complexity because, at our core, triathlon makes us happy.

When you leave your micromanaged tri bubble, the world opens up.

Good one, guys

Training-themed vacations are gaining popularity among triathletes. Here’s why they’re a great way to kickstart your season.

It turns out the spirit of endurance has very little to do with swim, bike, and run.

From drug binges to Ironman veteran, Todd Crandell now uses the sport to helps others.

This pro-turned-photog is pretty punny.

Fly stress-free, knowing your bike is stowed safely below.

One of the dominant short-course men in triathlon is most well-known for his incredible race record, but Simon Lessing was also a man of great conviction.

What experiences from your past are keeping you from finding athletic success in the present?

In a surprise move, Cervélo releases its second new bike in ten days.

The race will return to the United States for the first time since 2017.

In Finding My Voice, Mike Reilly shares the most memorable stories from his 31 years of bringing finishers across the line at Ironmans around the world.

The weirdest, most triathloney car review you’ll ever read.

Merging ambition with action can get mentally messy.

XTERRA is synonymous with off-road tri. Here’s the nutty story of how the 21-year-old series got its start.

Sometimes finding success in triathlon—and everyday life—is all about showing up day after day.

Bearing very little similarity to the old P5, except in name, the new Cervélo comes disc-only, UCI-legal, and with a completely revamped front end.

Training for the 140.6-mile adventure is daunting, and you may be wondering where you’ll find the time to master three sports while balancing life.

Spring is the perfect season for taking to the trails for the first time.

Showing others what is possible is the way to bring others into our sport.

The pro women's awards ceremony in Taupo featured a great interaction between a couple of the top finishers.

The 40-year-old pro on Kona, genetics, tattoos, and the cello.

Idyllic locales? Check. Drool-worthy meals? Check. Elevate your swim-bike-run experience with the perfect pairing of sweat and satiety.

The key to your first race is... not making it the focus.

Your commitment to triathlon can make you a desirable job candidate—but only if you present it the right way.

Failure in life and triathlon is where the lessons are born.

Nick Meyer had all but given up on his athletic dreams until he found triathlon.

Aaron Vinten shows time-crunched triathletes that healthy eating is well within reach.

Our sister publication is looking for someone to lead the brand.

Whether you’re single or have already met your triathlete-love, you’ll enjoy reading these stories.

The race is set to take place on Sept. 14.

Meredith Atwood reflects on the last decade as a triathlete and shares her biggest realization: we all have an important role in this sport.