big island prep

Anyone who has raced in Kona knows that it is unlike any other Ironman.

This 57-minute endurance run is no-joke hard and is geared toward advanced runners.

Three-time Kona champ Craig Alexander shares his top tips to help age groupers get stronger in each discipline of triathlon.

Researchers found that much of performance loss in the heat may be actually mitigated through acclimating.

Poor heat acclimation and hydration strategies can ruin even the best training preparation.

Racing in hot temps? Follow this approach for maximum performance gains.

Tricks to re-frame your thinking so you go into the world championship with a strong mental focus.

Some of the biggest sports performance killers have everything to do with how well equipped you are to deal with psychological challenges.

How top pros keep themselves cool on the Big Island.

Hope to race in Kona one day? Crush the course with these tips from the world’s fastest age grouper.

Racing two long-distance triathlons in a single season is attainable—here’s how.

You've made it to the Ironman World Championship. Congratulations! These five race tips can be the icing on a M-Dot shaped cake.

Ready to be first off of the bike? Take these tips from triathlon's cycling superstar Chris Lieto and get to work.

Chris Lieto gives tips on navigating a mass-start swim and provides a specific workout for you to try before your next big race.

Why Hawaii Ironman contenders make a Kona training trip a staple of their Kona preparation.

Third-year pro Bree Wee’s home on the Big Island will be transformed next week as triathletes from all over the world swarm Kona (or “K-town”) to gear up for the Ironman World Championship.