Can Triathlon Shake Its Elitist Reputation?
Brazil’s recent triathlon boom has once again brought the sport to a reckoning with privilege and inequality - one that feels all too familiar to triathletes and race directors around the world.
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The Intelligent Athlete’s Playbook to “Doing Your Own Research”
In an era where everyone's a self-proclaimed expert, it's easier than ever to be misled by shoddy science. A professional skeptic (yes, that's a thing) shares how to spot scams and snake oil backed by "studies."
Research Confirms: No, Sunscreen Won’t Make You Overheat
A new study puts to bed the "endurance myth" that a layer of sunscreen will block the body's ability to sweat or dissipate heat during exercise.
How Male and Female Triathletes Show Different Signs of Hyponatremia
30 years of Ironman World Championship data explains how warning signs of low sodium and hyponatremia differ by sex.
Study: Lifting “Mental Weights” Post-Exercise Makes You Faster
Ever hear of brain endurance training? Scientists say it just might be the key to unlocking next-level speed and endurance.
Study: Women Have More Muscular Endurance Than Men
Men may have superior strength, but women last significantly longer when it comes to dynamic muscle exercise.
Is VO2 Max Dead?
A controversial researcher says the key to speed and delayed fatigue lies in your brain, not in your lungs.
Triathletes Suffer Better—Unless They’re Stressed
Researchers discover a kryptonite to triathletes’ super pain-modulating powers.
Drink to Thirst or Drink on a Schedule?
New research says one might be better than the other.
Study Reveals Impact On The Knees At Various Run Speeds
A recent article revealed that running speed plays an important role in the amount of impact the knee experiences during a run.
Another Reason To Brick
Could practicing transition runs prevent injury? A recent study looks at run form off the bike.