Triathlon training

Can ultrarunning make you a happier, better, more durable triathlete? Learn from two pro triathletes who’ve worked ultras into their training - and how you can, too.

We learned how much you’re (really) training, your favorite distances, and more in our massive community survey. Snoop on your fellow triathletes inside.

You've got excitement, you've got nerves—should you use that energy to squeeze in one last training session? A triathlon coach describes exactly what you should (and shouldn't) do.

Another study touts the benefits of heart rate variability training - here’s what it says.

Can you really have a good Ironman race with only 10 hours of training per week? Probably not, says coach Alison Freeman. But this 16-week low-volume Ironman training plan could get you there.

Artificial intelligence has gone far beyond simply writing workouts and training plans - we look ahead at the next digital battlegrounds in 2025.

Plus a PT-designed strength plan to improve your performance and stability 

Wondering what you missed for triathlon stories in 2024? We recap the 12 most-read stories so you can catch up before the new year.

"I average 20 to 24 hours weekly - not the 25 to 35 hours many pros do," said Matthews, who logged over 750 miles of racing in two hyper-competitive pro series'. She reveals how she did it.

Can’t seem to finish strong in a 70.3 triathlon? This six-week run-focused plan will change that.

This half-hour session combines yoga and strength training into a workout any triathlete can benefit from.

What if you measured a workout’s success not by if you hit the times or not, but rather how close all of the intervals were to the target? Olav Bu explains how training absorption tracking can make triathletes infinitely better.

With great foam rolling comes great responsibility. Our experts explain how triathletes can avoid these five big (and easy) mistakes.

These five stretches provide the relief your key leg muscles need after a long day of triathlon training or racing.

A new study on triathletes gives "crapping out" at a race a whole new meaning. We speak with the researchers about how dropping a deuce before your next race could actually help you make smarter decisions on the course.

Having a high VO2 max is great, but new research is revealing that the key to big performances is maximizing something else. What can triathletes learn?

To get the most out of a practice race, you need a clearly-defined approach (and no, "go fast" isn't it). Coach Alison Freeman shares four specific practice triathlon race strategies and how to choose the best one to prep for your "A" race.

Sam Laidlow’s coach (and father) Richard Laidlow answers a very big question with four answers for four types of long-course triathletes.

Billed as the latest and greatest way to build usable strength (and save time), we look at how this unconventional fad can help triathletes swim, bike, and run.

You see the word "adaptations" in training articles and plans - but what does that even mean?

Triathlon is a sport for those who love the newest in tech - but not every latest invention is worth the time, money, or hassle. We check out six emerging triathlon technologies to learn what’s here to stay, and what’s a fleeting fad.

This simple Olympic triathlon training plan is the perfect mix of swim, bike, and run to help you cross the finish line with a smile on your face.

Whether you're starting up after taking the winter off or transitioning from off-season workouts to structured triathlon training, coaches Cliff English and Ryan Bolton give you the blueprints to get back at it - responsibly.

Mental health researcher Jill Colangelo explains why escaping with triathlon training isn't the healthy coping mechanism you might believe it to be.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, new research suggests swimming, cycling, and running may elevate levels of oxytocin, the latest in a long line of brain-boosting molecules.

Can you skip your long ride and still race well in an Ironman? Coach Julie Dunkle breaks down the pros, cons, and required workouts for this unconventional approach.

When is it safe to go back to exercising after a cold? Covid? The stomach flu? Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff shares return-to-training guidelines for common illnesses.

80/20 tri training seems relatively straightforward, but it’s worth understanding how it works before you dive in. We break it down and give a sample 16-week 70.3-distance training plan.

It’s only a few weeks until the biggest triathlon of your season, and you don’t think you’re ready. Resist the urge to last-minute “panic train,” and follow our five rules.

We all love seeing huge gains in performance - but what does it take to achieve them?

You can donate blood without sacrificing hard-earned training gains - Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff explains how to time your blood donation for minimal impact on training and racing.

Endurance athletes make bigger improvements following a flexible workout schedule, rather than sticking with a predetermined one.

From monster mileage to extremely high cadence riding to superfood-only fads, triathletes are easy picking when it comes to training trends that might not actually work that well. We look back at the history of "magic bullet" training methodology and ask the most important question of all: What were we thinking?

It can be tempting to try to jump back in where you left off. But don’t!

Coach Jim Vance’s complete training program gives you the tools you’ll need to race a half-Iron - from workouts to technique to race selection and bike fit!

Altitude training can bring huge gains to your training and performance—but you’ve got to get it right.

Tips on getting your run fitness back after an extended off-season break.

Sara McLarty explains why staying hydrated during your swim sessions is just as important as on the bike and run.

Advice on what to do in a few swimming scenarios that can throw triathletes off track.

Elite coach Matt Dixon shares his approach for what it takes to create a well-rounded athlete.

Many endurance athletes are forced to deal with irritable bowel syndrome and must find ways to minimize its effects during racing.

Running at a gentle pace has more benefits than you may think.

Can you count your commute to work as training?

Advice on how to best pace your next triathlon.

Learn how to eat healthy through the high appetite and little extra time that comes with training for a long distance triathlon.

Looking to improve the run leg of your triathlon? Ian Murray explains the first four steps to take towards becoming a better runner.

Strength training, especially during the off-season, is key to becoming a better cyclist.

Duane Franks weighs the pros and cons of doing the majority of your triathlon training indoors.

Learn how improving your flexibility can make you a better all-around triathlete.

Train better and race better with this triathlon advice from Multisport World NYC, hosted by Dr. Jordan D. Metzl and Triathlete magazine.

Wall Street triathletes are following the lead of professional triathletes and cyclists and are spending money to head to the wind tunnel.

Today on TriCenter, we recap the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon and we get insight into why so many triathletes are taking their training indoors.

Denmark's Rasmus Henning previews the 2011 Abu Dhabi International Triathlon.

Inside Triathlon magazine contributing editor Matt Fitzgerald got to wondering why so many elite triathletes have recently taken their bikes off the roads and started to ride inside. Check out this photo gallery featuring the most famous indoor rider of them all, Andy Potts.

Jonathan Hiipakka, an age-grouper from Michigan, has had two open-heart surgeries to replace his aortic valve with a pig valve, a fix that should last between 10 and 15 years. Due to Hiipakka’s triathlon training and racing, however, his first valve needed to be replaced after only eight years.

Inspired by a Chrissie Wellington tweet, Triathlete senior editor Jene Shaw explains how to properly do a single leg squat.

A new article in The Wall Street Journal is shedding light on the growing effect endurance sports, such as triathlon, are having on marriages across the country.

Several top triathlon professionals have packed up and have arrived in (mostly) sunny Tucson, Ariz.

Making triathlon classes a part of curriculum for students is a growing trend on college campuses around the country. Auburn University is the latest institution to make training for triathlons a part of students' educations.

The two 2010 Ironman World Champions, Chris McCormack and Mirinda Carfrae, were also two of the athletes featured on "Training Day" last year.

The Chiefs Super 14 Rugby Team, a professional rugby team based out of New Zealand, used a mini triathlon as part of its preparations for the upcoming season.

When it comes to exhaustion, fatigue may not be the only culprit to caving in. It just might come down to putting your mind over matter.

Check out Matt Fitzgerald's author page.

Check out Matt Fitzgerald's author page.

Check out Matt Fitzgerald's author page.

Check out Matt Fitzgerald's author page.