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Eric Lagerstrom said he rode his bike by the river almost every day and wondered what it would be like to swim in those waters.

For all the triathlon trekkers out there, we hope this special explorers’ issue sparks new excitement about the amazing places our wonderful sport takes us.

It was a clear, but freezing day, at the 2019 ITU Winter World Triathlon World Championships with temperatures in Asiago, Italy sitting at -12 degrees.

South Africa’s beautiful capital city was once again the setting for ITU’s now traditional season opener, the sprint-distance Cape Town World Cup.

Organizers cited "several external circumstances" beyond their control

“Goal setting is a phenomenal tool, but it can be weaponized against itself."

More than just adding another gear, eTap AXS looks to change the way we shift.

Traveling to your first destination race? Follow these top tips for a smooth trip.

You can crush any goal—as long as you pay attention to this one major factor.

Before you trek to your next out-of-town race or training camp, consider how you could exercise the art of experiential travel.

Triathlete.com senior digital editor Liz Hichens shares her observations from the weekend at TBI.

Kelly O'Mara breaks down the new qualification system and shares her thoughts on if it's is an improvement over the KPR.

The ITU called the situation a misunderstanding and has updated the rule.

The listing could happen in the first half of this year.

As she turns the page on her career as a professional triathlete, American Jessica Broderick gives insight into the challenges of the transition and shares the stories of three fellow former pros.

As one of the sport's most versatile athletes, the wins came often to Karen Smyers—but the path was never easy.

Train, race, and maintain your sanity with our tips on how to keep fit and focused (while having family fun) on the road.

It's important to keep an eye on the messages you're giving yourself as you transition from the off-season back into structured training.

Joel Gott and his wife Sarah use endurance sports to balance careers that can be more conducive to morning headaches than morning rides.

If you nail your nutrition, your body can do things you never thought possible. We’ve packed this issue with fuel tips, tricks, and hard lessons learned from the best in the biz.

Three tips for making the most of your gym's busiest month.

We tend to over-complicate New Year's resolutions and instead need to "show up, open up, and see what happens from there."

Over the holidays, if you're paying attention, you'll see a new ad playing all over the country on TV and online with Serena Williams, NBA star Jayson Tatum, and some triathlete…

A look at the performances, moments, and headlines that stood out in 2018.

Want to head into next triathlon season fully prepared? Then it's time to get real about where you can improve.

Don’t buy into the buzzwords, say experts.

In an inspirational and sometimes emotional talk, the champ gives insight into the moments that defined her career.

USAT’s new boss reviews his first year in office and gives insight into what lies ahead.

Let’s give ourselves permission to redefine what it means to be a triathlete this off-season, writes Kelly O'Mara.

Delly Carr—who calls Australia home—shares his top 20 photos from the 2018 ITU season of racing.

Fastest marathon dressed as a hot dog? "Joggling" triathlons? Yes, these records exist, and you should go after one.

Most of us will never make it to the Ironman World Championship, but that doesn't mean we don't have a valuable spot in this sport.

When the rest of the tri world was preaching quantity over quality, coach Col Stewart paved the way with a new style.

These Florida triathletes were so inspired by the amazing work of Bernard Lyles that they invited him, three of his campers, and their families to come race Challenge Daytona.

We're looking for a sales coordinator, to be based out of Boulder, Colorado.

We're looking for an art director, to be based out of Boulder, Colorado.

The Interbike Trade Show will not hold a 2019 event, potentially signaling an end to the show’s 37-year run as North America’s largest bicycle trade event.

LaToscia James' job became an unexpected gateway to an endurance transformation.

Sinema stopped by the inaugural Outspoken: Women in Triathlon Summit to talk about her path into triathlon and inspire the attendees to implement meaningful change.

After attending the event, there were many reasons to be stoked for the future of triathlon.

Find your perfect canine match based on your lifestyle.

Triathlon has shown Minda Dentler that she can help others change their perceptions of what's possible.

Wagner Aruajo—who calls Brazil home—shares his top 20 photos from the year of racing.

Improving at swim, bike, and run is a great goal—but don't lose sight of why you started this sport in the first place.

The four-time iron-distance champ talks setbacks, successes, and her quirky mental toughness hack.

It's all about surrounding yourself with the right tribe, writes Meredith Atwood.

The NBC broadcast chronicles the iconic race that took place on Oct. 13, 2018 in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.

For many triathletes, gear and equipment isn’t just a “purchase”—it’s an investment. But do you need to take out a specific insurance policy for triathletes?

Athletes are at greater risk for tick-borne illness. They’re also less likely to recognize the symptoms.

You've registered for your big "A" race! Now it's time to settle in and appreciate the process it will take to get there.

A victory would guarantee Vesterby a spot on the 2019 Ironman World Championship start list.

The way coaches are assembling these NCAA level teams may surprise you. "Tri University" columnist Kristin Goett spoke to two first-year coaches to find out how they're recruiting and building collegiate teams.

Caitlin Martin will race Ironman Arizona to honor her family's journey through addiction.

How Rom Akerson’s year of very unfortunate events unplugged him and propelled him from dark-horse contender to XTERRA world champion.

To win the 2018 XTERRA World Championship, Lesley Paterson first had to beat Lyme disease.

The 34-year-old says "it is time to hang it up and move on the next adventure."

A new study finds endurance athletes are more likely to outlive all other fitness groups—even their highly fit counterparts.

ASU athletes took the top five spots, with Hannah Henry defending her individual national title.

A record field of 96 student-athletes from 18 varsity and four club teams are set to compete this Sunday in Tempe, Arizona.

For the roughly 2 million triathletes and 100 million Americans who’ve ridden a bicycle within the past year, safety is a growing concern.

Gordon Haller is the triathlete’s triathlete. A national treasure hiding in plain sight. Living, breathing sports history.

Eric Lagerstrom references '80s skateboarding videos to showcase triathlon's unique attitude in a new short film.

Hampton University will be the first historically black university to add a women’s varsity triathlon program. Here’s why that’s important.

Rom Akerson and Lesley Paterson captured the 23rd annual XTERRA World Championship titles on a sunny but muddy day in Kapalua, Maui.

Keep your nutrition on track when racing away from home.

The XTERRA World Tour ends in Maui again this year for an international showdown of the dirt’s best.

Forty-one-year-old Julie Baker shares tips for success that we can all apply to our tri lives.

With a wealth of alternative lodging options, today’s travelers are only limited by their imagination (and tolerance for adventure).

Even if you're the only one who reads it—a race report is a useful tool toward helping you become a better triathlete.

Ironman and its local partners have concluded it is not feasible to host the race in Panama City Beach.

The founder of Germany's largest triathlon club, Eintracht Frankfurt, has some surprising insights into the country's take on tri.

Or so it would seem.

Lionel Sanders has been to some pretty dark places, but now he's one of the most popular pro athletes in the sport. And he's just getting started. 

This weekend we’ll be livestreaming MLT’s championships featuring the sport’s first-ever cryptocurrency prize purse.

A bike accident left him paralyzed from the waist down, but Glenn Hartrick found a way to make his Kona dream come true.

Tim Don shares the secrets behind his inspiring comeback year.

Kelly O’Mara gets an inside look at the Bermudian phenom’s long journey to success.

Triathlete needs your feedback.

No idols? No problem. This brash young Tasmanian is cutting his own path to ITU stardom.

Failure is a massive gift, writes Meredith Atwood.

Brent Herron is the owner of BBSC Endurance Sports, a Las Vegas-based race organization that annually produces eight multisport races and nine running events.

Mike McCormack had a chance to sell Breck Epic and secure his family's financial future. It seemed like an easy choice, but it wasn't.

The United States' Josiah Middaugh and Scotland's Lesley Paterson captured the XTERRA Pan America Championship in Ogden, Utah.

This writer has traveled to more than 30 countries to compete in triathlons, marathons, ultra-distance trail races, and adventure races.

"He understands how lucky he is to be alive, and he embraces each and every minute on Earth as if it could be his last."

Welcome to the cutthroat, logistically insane, totally rewarding task of elite-athlete guiding.

More than 30 elites from around the world are scheduled to compete at the XTERRA Pan American/USA Championship race in Ogden, Utah this Saturday.

The makers of some of the most accurate heart-rate monitors in the game announce the Vantage V and Vantage M smartwatches.

Sometimes taking a day off of training is the smart—not lazy—decision.