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Last week I experienced the local flavor of old Bahrain, both from the hospitality of the people and from the actual flavors of a traditional meal.

Forty years ago, San Diegans Jack Johnstone and Don Shanahan had a wacky idea.

The WSJ discusses why triathlon may find success as an NCAA sport despite the fact that many sports have failed to find success.

Get ready to start the new year off right with the January 2015 issue of Triathlete magazine.

Get a look at eight of the top photos from the 2014 ITU World Triathlon Series Chicago race, which took place back in June.

Columnist Holly Bennett shares images from her time in Bahrain.

The Challenge Family has announced that it will feature a Triple Crown Series in 2015.

Triathlon Business International (TBI) is scouring the world looking for triathlon events that are the “Triathlete's Choice” for best-of races in six categories.

Elite coach Darren Smith is hosting his only U.S.-based age grouper triathlon camp in San Diego’s Coronado area Feb. 6–9, 2015.

Data lovers rejoice: Endurance training site TrainingPeaks has acquired a math-based tool in Best Bike Split.

ctive duty military personnel will have the opportunity to qualify for the big Kona race at three races around the world.

Many of us do sports mainly to feel better and improve our quality of life.

Check out these three must-do’s as you consider planning a future trip to this Southeast Asian paradise.

This week at the Challenge Laguna Phuket Tri-Fest Australian pro Belinda Granger will celebrate a major milestone.

We've learned that the sport has lost an icon with the passing of Steve Hed, the founder of Hed Cycling, at the age of 59.

Get a look at eight of the top photos from the 2014 ITU World Triathlon Series Yokohama, which took place back in May.

According to a local news report, the Coeur d'Alene Chambers of Commerce is questioning whether it will continue to support the Ironman.

The five most popular articles from the week of Nov. 16.

The Men of Triathlon are back and the 2015 calendars are available for pre-order now.

Kona runner-up Ben Hoffman chats about the exciting developments in his professional and personal life.

We caught up with Olympian Matt Reed to talk about his new coaching business and his outlook on his pro career.

Get a look at eight of the top photos from the 2014 ITU World Triathlon Series Cape Town race, which took place back in April.

Former ITU athlete Brent McMahon went 7:55:48 to earn a sub-8 finish time and a new course record in his Ironman debut.

When things don’t go to plan, remember that you can only do what you can do.

Dispatch columnist Holly Bennett reaches out to a few globetrotting pros to learn their healthy travel habits.

Millward’s rise in triathlon is on par with the growing popularity in his side venture—the YouTube series “Cupcakes with Cal."

Chris LaPak of Long Island had a massive heart attack while swimming in the Hudson during the first leg of the NYC Triathlon.

The 2012 Olympic gold medalist still plans to go after a 2016 Rio spot.

Jarrod Shoemaker is suing USAT for allegedly reducing the number of top athletes on the board of directors in violation of California law.

We bring you an inside look at what happened on the Big Island with our annual Kona issue.

Triathletes, fans, and Tempe residents will take to the Ironman Arizona course days before the race—sans pants.

The first ever MultiSport Weekend, which will support the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, will take place in Peachtree City, Ga.

A world-class race venue in a modern Midwestern metropolis: Chicago is our kind of town.

Chattanooga, which hosted the inaugural Ironman Chatanooga back on Sept. 28, will host its first 70.3 on May 17, 2015.

Meet Max Fennell, who is the first African-American pro triathlete.

The Men of Triathlon are back to sell terrible (read: awesome) calendars and raise money for men’s health.

The triathlon community suffered a great loss with the passing of Jackie Fairweather (nee Gallagher) on Monday.

With events in Austin, Lake Geneva, San Diego, Clearwater and Philadelphia, there's a destination race for everyone!

This Saturday, brothers Kyle and Brent Pease will be racing Ironman Florida.

On the heels of her Beach2Battleship win, we check in with Alyssa Godesky to learn how her rookie pro season has progressed.

The TriHabitat facility will span over 1,100 acres in North Carolina.

The first-ever race of its kind is set for Sunday, Nov. 2, at Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont, Fla.

You could own the custom helmet that 3-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander wore in Kona just a couple weeks ago.

Ruben Ruzafa and Flora Duffy continued their domination of the XTERRA circuit.

Check out Julia Polloreno's author page.

An 1,100-acre training and racing venue will be the first of its kind in the world.

The two pre-race favorites turned in stellar performances at the 19th running of the XTERRA World Championship on Sunday in Maui.

Australia's Christian Kemp and the United States' Lesley Smith showed strong late-season form to earn the victories at Sunday's Ironman 70.3 Austin.

Stoltz talks about the value of age and experience in XTERRA racing and what it will take to capture his fifth Maui title.

Six-time Ironman world champion Mark Allen released his new book, The Art of Competition, in August.

All official finishers of the full distance race, from 1991 to present, will receive a complimentary entry into the 2015 race.

Everything you ever wanted to know about triathlon in one article!

Surfing world champion Sunny Garcia will take on the XTERRA World Championships this weekend in Maui.

Although it’s in its early stages (it was launched in late May), Competehub.com may become the definitive database for endurance races.

Spain's Ruben Ruzafa earned his second Xterra world title, while New Zealand's Nicky Samuels surprised everyone with a convincing win.

More than 80 elites will line up this Sunday in Maui for the 2014 XTERRA World Championships.

Race2Rebuild holds first “Run, Ride, Rebuild” event to recover Hurricane Sandy-damaged homes.

USA Triathlon today announced the dates and locations for 13 events that comprise the 2015 National Championships schedule.

USA Triathlon today announced that it will return to Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships.

Olympic silver medalist and Ironman world champion Michellie Jones was inducted into the Australian Triathlon Hall of Fame in Melbourne on Thursday.

Ever consider racing an off-road triathlon? You should! Gain new fitness and have some serious fun by taking to the trails.

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The Spaniard is a two-time Olympian who was sixth in his Kona debut last year with the second fastest run split of 2:47.

Ironman is partnering with the Life Time Triathlon Series, the official sponsor of U.S. Ironman races.

Learn about Bob Shuler’s impressive journey, which he’ll complete on the finish line on Ali’i Drive in Kona.

The International Triathlon Union announced today that Abu Dhabi will be the first race of the 2015 World Triathlon Series.

The November issue, on newsstands now, features an interview with three-time Kona champ Craig “Crowie” Alexander.

Next week, Nuun Hydration, makers of tasty electrolyte tablets, will be conducting free on-site hydration testing in Kona.

Ironman continues its growth in the Asia-Pacific region with the announcement for Ironman 70.3 Subic Bay.

The best race memories aren’t always about athletic execution on any given day. They’re about the people who populate the journey.

Columnist Susan Lacke addresses common issues unique to triathlete relationships.

In addition to giving away Craig Alexander's helmet, Road ID is providing a special offer! Use code "Aloha14" to get 10% off at RoadID.com.

Washington, Minnesota and Wisconsin top the League of American Bicyclists’ 2014 Bicycle Friendly State rankings.

This morning, the Triathlon Club of San Diego held a special event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the first-ever triathlon.

The 50-member strong nationwide team, founded in 2012, features men ranging in age from 22-52, and they’ve racked up a resume of impressive results.

Time to dress down and fire up—it’s the Kona Underpants Run.

As participation continues to increase, here’s what we’re learning about the people who are flocking to endurance sports.

Strava has announced that it is partnering with Gu Energy to create ride and run challenges that will support the CAF.

Two-time XTERRA world champion Lesley Paterson talks about her Braveheart Racing team.

Images of the 2014 XTERRA USA Championships from the Snowbasin Resort in Ogden, Utah.

Smoke from the King fire forced race officials to cancel both events on race morning.

Ruben Ruzafa (ESP) and Flora Duffy (BER) captured the 2014 XTERRA USA Championship off-road triathlon on a beautiful blue sky day in Utah.

It’s been a tough year for two-time XTERRA world champion Lesley Paterson.

Make packing for a race (otherwise known as ‘hell on earth’) less stressful with a few simple tips.

Formula 1 driver Jenson Button took part in a fitness challenge against 2012 Olympic medalists Alistair Brownlee and Jonathan Brownlee.

Ironman Lake Tahoe and Ironman 70.3 Lake Tahoe face the possibility of cancellation due to smoky conditions

Pros will compete for the titles of XTERRA USA Champions and the overall series on Saturday in Ogden, Utah.

Winter Vinecki, 15, was awarded the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, an award that recognizes young leaders.

Universal Sports Network will air Interbike-2014 on Friday, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. ET.

The Ironman Mont-Tremblant champion talks injuries, victory, and balancing triathlon, career and two young children.