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Virtual reality is shaping up to be the ultimate performance enhancer, no movement necessary.

Ironman Boulder has earned the highest level certification, Evergreen, from the Council for Responsible Sport.

America Ferrera competed with her husband in La Quinta, Calif.

Beginner's Luck author Meredith Atwood on navigating the tough moments of a race.

After years of explosive growth, triathlon participation is hitting a plateau.

"In 2017 I celebrate my 30th year competing in triathlon, a sport that has not only shaped my life, but quite literally saved it as well."

Check out Bethany Mavis's author page.

"Participate with joy and gratitude. This is Skip Slade's mantra for coaching, competition and life."

For this family man, triathlon is a way to be a better father.

"Scott has given so much to the sport, his love of family, support of fellow athletes and friends, and giving back to his community."

"It’s so important for our children to see we have our own goals and that we set the bar high. I’m hopelessly in love with the sport!"

"The sport of triathlon brings out the absolute best in people, but more so the best in me as the recovery from my life altering accident wouldn’t be possible without the benefits of triathlon."

Ironman announces new rules on disc brakes, cell phones and more.

Here’s the DL on the muscle builder.

Four ways to know that sleeping in on race day might be the best race plan of all.

So far consolidation among manufacturers has proven to be a smart business model, so don’t expect it to cease anytime soon.

Tim Crawford crossed the finish line of eight Ironmans before he finally heard announcer Mike Reilly say those magic words: “Tim Crawford, YOU are an Ironman!”

NASCAR driver Scott Lagasse Jr. brought together stars from the triathlon, cycling and racing community for his Champions Ride for Bicycle Safety in Daytona, Fla.

"Beginner's Luck" author Meredith Atwood shares the story of her first triathlon.

Exposure to a cancer-causing chemical agent while serving in Iraq motivated Kelly Hafer to start racing.

Kanute defines this race as the hardest bike effort he has ever done in an ITU race.

Schoeman’s bronze-medal finish surprised just about everyone in the triathlon world, except Schoeman himself.

We asked our readers to share how triathlon led them to love and we received several awww-inducing responses.

With the winter blues starting to set in and spring still on the horizon, are you dreaming of traveling to a new locale?

What happens when the love for tri seems to be headed for divorce?

A pro triathlon series is the latest event promising to revolutionize triathlon.

One will pursue another ITU world title, while the other will test the waters in long-course racing.

Check out Meredith Atwood's author page.

Beth Gerdes and Lauren Barnett separately revealed today that they each have been handed suspensions for doping violations.

Collaborative efforts in anti-doping, standardized rules and growth of triathlon.

Meredith Atwood writes about the three kinds of off-season characters - and what we can learn from each of them.

Check out Bethany Mavis's author page.

If you love trail running and are traveling or just moved to a new place—or you just want to try it for the first time—how do you know where to go?

Shirin Gerami proves it’s courage—not clothing—that makes the triathlete.

Palm Springs’ Monkey Tree Hotel caters to active travelers who see vacation as an opportunity to pack in the miles.

"Around the time that I developed a small smidgen of mental confidence about the whole first triathlon thing, I learned of the appropriate racing 'outfit.'"

The League of American Bicyclists recently announced the 2016 additions to its list of more than 1,200 bike-friendly businesses.

A lawsuit filed in December by Katherine Borrone points to a hole in the sport’s treatment of visually-impaired athletes.

"Oftentimes, I am the very culprit of my own negative space or feelings."

USA Triathlon debuted its prize money leaderboard last summer, letting the cash curious track top athlete earnings.

Triathlon insiders share their predictions for the new year.

Pros can compete for their share of $180,000 in professional prize money divided among six races.

DNF (“did not finish”) is perhaps the ickiest phrase in triathlon.

A look at the performances, moments and headlines that stood out in 2016.

Triathlon photographer Paul Phillips shares his favorite photos from 2016.

The most prolific female iron-distance triathlete, with 101 finishes, pairs her charming personality with her impressive accomplishment.

Just say no to the puppy.

A Sandy Hook victim—and tiny triathlete—lives on through the sport he loved.

The “First Wave” pages of Triathlete magazine are reserved for the sport’s top photographs.

TRI, the award-winning, feel-good triathlon film of the year, gets our sport right. You don’t want to miss it.

Ironman 70.3 Edinburgh, Scotland to take place on July 2, 2017.

Tell us which of our 2016 covers is your favorite!

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to sell a kidney to race a triathlon.

How former Navy helicopter pilot and current novelist Anne Wilson uses triathlon to get inspired, even after 28 years in the sport.

The sub-8 Ironman is clearly too easy. Here’s how and when supercoach Matt Dixon predicts someone will go sub-7:30.

Check out Bethany Mavis's author page.

In which we're entirely ungrateful Lifetime backed a movie about Ironman training.

Paratriathlete Karen Aydelott will compete at this weekend's Ironman Arizona with hopes of earning another shot at the Kona finish.

Illusionist Rob Lake is a wizard on the stage—and on the race course.

This issue is packed with our monthly advice on all things training, racing, gear, nutrition and injury prevention (with an extra dose of holiday spirit!).

Ask yourself if you can channel your inner Hare, just for a little while, and see what you are made of.

Meet the Emmy Award winner, actress, entrepreneur, philanthropist and triathlete.

50-year-old Susan Haag became the first woman to complete 100 full iron-distance triathlons by finishing Ironman Florida in a time of 16:04:11.

Jorgensen ran a 2:41:01 on Sunday, which was good enough for 14th place in the elite women’s division.

Triathlete Kirk Smith faced a grim diagnosis with tenacity and resolve to beat the odds.

Arizona State University’s triathlon team will be one to watch this Saturday at the Women’s Collegiate Triathlon National Championship.

Check out AJ Johnson's author page.

Jorgensen spoke to a small group of media about her marathon preparation, her desire to start a family, and her expectations for the race.

Hailing from Ocean City, N.J., Renée Tomlin started racing triathlon in 2014 through the USAT Collegiate Recruitment Program.

Triathlon has lost of one of its most iconic events.

Pick a big, scary goal—your personal, perhaps proverbial “ironman”—and get to work.

The Collins Cup promises pros prize money, TV, and major sponsorships—if it goes as planned.

Ironman North Carolina Bike Course Shortened Due to Hurricane Matthew

Ironman announced today that the Ironman 70.3 and Ironman Vineman races will shift in venue to Santa Rosa, Calif.

The Kona Beer Mile is like bizarro Ironman World Championships, writes Chis Foster.

Kona during Ironman Season is a lot of things—it’s stressful, it’s hot, it’s intense, it’s a little vain. It can also be super weird.

Your feet hurt, your back hurts, you’re soaked in sweat and the chafing is out of control, but you’re no Ironman: You’re an Ironspectator.

Heather Jackson gives a peek into some of her final Kona preparations from one of her training bases in Tucson, Ariz.

Jesse Thomas used to think Kona was crazy. He still does. But this year he’ll join the crazy—on his own terms.

Venture beyond Kona’s Ali’i Drive and discover a whole other island.

An attempt from USA Triathlon’s Board of Directors to gain further power, or an introduction of necessary updates to an antiquated system?

The famous Brit says 140.6 is his next sports goal when he retires from Major League Soccer.

Apple and Fleet Feet Sports roll out the best emojis yet. Sorry, poop.

Jesse Thomas shares triathlon lessons from his two-year-old.