Training

Yoga serves as the perfect cross-training for triathletes for its restorative benefits and ability to build body awareness.

Try these tips from Lifesport coach Dan Smith during your next brick workout.

Five ways to approach common psychological pitfalls.

Far less straightforward than a torn tendon that shows up on an MRI, overtraining syndrome is a bit nebulous.

Working hard but not getting faster? Three reasons technique trumps fitness when it comes to improving your stroke.

Do you avoid a specific cadence? Have workouts you neglect? You’ll be surprised at the results when you train against your preference.

This bike workout can be done on the trainer, outside or even on a spin or hotel bike.

Lesley Paterson made a name for herself in triathlon, but she grew up “fell” running on the undulating terrain of the Scottish moors.

Mirinda Carfrae overcame a 14-minute deficit on the bike with a marathon course record performance to claim her third Ironman world title.

Fall racing season is in full swing. Understand how your body was designed to recover to unlock performance benefits.

This week’s one-hour workout is a swim set from Atlanta-based coach Andrew Shanks.

With some adjustments to your annual plan, you can stay fit and fast into your 60s and beyond.

Save the end of your racing and training season from burnout.

The four-time Wildflower champ recommends pairing up with a training partner to push one another through this tough effort.

This trainer workout focuses on form, so you can maximize your pedal stroke.

Paddles, fins, snorkels and pull buoys are all swim aids (aka pool toys) often used in the water.

Top coaches from around the country provide swim, bike, run and strength training workouts every week on Triathlete.com.

A native of the Czech Republic, 29 year-old Radka Vodickova has raced a winning swath around the world.

A study suggests using variability in your strike pattern can keep you healthier.

My "A" race went poorly. Do you have any basic guidelines for seeking out a "redemption race"?

This session is a sure fire way to develop unbelievable strength on the bike that will also transfer to the flats

Sara McLarty answers questions about longer swim sets, the streamline off of the wall, chlorine's effect on the skin and more.

This swim challenges the athlete to incorporate sighting during progressive efforts, similar to how they will race in open water.

For all the work we do to take care of our bodies, the feet are easy to overlook.

These pieces of 2015 apparel debuting at Interbike put the fun in funky. Which ones would you wear?

This week’s bike workout comes from two-time XTERRA world champion Lesley Paterson.

Two sports psychologists share tools and techniques every triathlete should employ.

Run more efficiently with these three form tips from 2012 Olympic silver medalist and Darren Smith D Squad member Lisa Norden.

Top triathletes share how and why they incorporate stand-up paddleboarding into their training.

Andy Potts regularly turns in top bike splits off of mostly indoor training. But can that strategy work for age-groupers?

Coach Lance Watson explains why (and how) it's possible to have success in both types of triathlon racing.

Come race day, letting go of preconceived notions of success can be helpful.

A strong core is the best prevention for a painful hernia.

Get more out of your next run-focused block by following an adjustable training schedule.

This challenging workout will test your mental and physical fortitude, but it can be a lot of fun and give a positive boot to your fitness.

San Diego-based coach Julie Dunkle says this strength session can often take on various names when assigned—i.e. “F You Coach.”

Linsey Corbin, Ben Hoffman, Terenzo Bozzone and Timothy O’Donnell share their best triathlon tip.

McQuaid chats about tackling the 70.3 distance and shares a favorite run/strength session.

This long, tough track workout was given to the Ironman Lake Placid champ as part of his training block with coach Raynard Tissink.

Can you properly train for a running race during the tri season? With careful execution, here’s how to do it.

Today’s fastest female pros share their tips for a sub-three hour Ironman marathon.

Your Twitter questions about swimming as a triathlete, answered by coach Sara McLarty.

Make your outdoor run workouts more enjoyable this summer with these hot-weather gear must-haves.

Throughout the year, dominant short-course racer Cameron Dye does a version of a tempo run every week.

Get ready for your upcoming sprint race with this bike session from coach Leslie Knibb.

Learn how adding plyos to your training can help your transition run performance. Plus, five exercises to try.

Challenge yourself with this endurance swim set.

Get ready to unleash your inner swimmer with this advice from front-pack swimmer and longtime swim coach Anna Cleaver.

The marathon is where many Ironman dreams die.

Recruit a group to play this cycling "game" or use it whenever you’re in a pinch time-wise and need to get in a hard effort.

A six-week guide to returning to the race course after competing in an Ironman.

There’s a reason pros are big on swim sets using a band.

One of these missteps in your training and racing could be holding you back from success.

Triathletes can do a better job of defining success.

A look at products that should be in every female triathlete's gear bag.

Your Twitter questions about swimming as a triathlete, answered by coach Sara McLarty.

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

This bike session from coach Andrew Dollar features some race simulation work to help you get ready for your next big event.

Training for a marathon swim can be a new opportunity to enjoy the strength and skills you’ve built.

Climbing tips from three-time Ironman champion Maik Twelsiek.

Three common issues that derail triathletes in racing—and how to correct them.

Confused by all the fancy new swimwear options and what’s legal to use in a race and when? Jimmy Riccitello goes over the basic rules.

There may not be a universal “perfect form,” but one thing’s for sure: you should stop overstriding.

Dr. Jordan Metzl talks about symptoms, remedies and prevention methods for shoulder injuries common in triathletes.

This workout will test your ability to moderate effort earlier in a race to build intensity through fatigue and hit targets toward the end.

Time-crunched triathletes are adept at squeezing workouts into their busy schedules, but inevitably run into a scheduling conflict.

The swim may be the shortest of all three legs of Ironman triathlon, but it's important to be as prepared as possible.

Offset your hot dogs and beer with one of these themed workouts.

This workout—which partially uses Olympian Steve Moneghetti’s signature fartlek—is DeFilippis’ version of a modified tempo run.

Make the most of your investment in video swim analysis.

A smart strategy for finishing a hilly bike leg with energy left for the run.

Kaye says this workout is incredibly specific to the pain intensity you experience in Olympic-distance triathlon.

Your Twitter questions about swimming as a triathlete, answered by coach Sara McLarty.

This swim set is made up of a mix of strong and steady efforts for every type of swimmer.

Do you tend to freak out before a big race? These three expert tips can help you annihilate race-day anxiety.

Feeling a bit nervous about kicking off your training for an upcoming race? Take this advice from the two-time Ironman world champ.

Ah, the comfort of a lap pool: calm water, walls to push off, lane lines to keep you swimming straight. Is it enough to prepare for a race?

Learn two exercises utilizing the TRX suspension trainer that will increase leg strength and improve power through the glutes.

Traveling to a race far from home, particularly if you have to fly there, can be an overwhelming affair.

Try this unique workout to help build core strength and stability.

As Olympic running coach Bobby McGee explains, your arm swing serves a few purposes: Driving, initiating and balancing our stride.

The first six steps to develop speed after distance-focused training.

Andy Potts started as a former swimmer with much to learn. He offers his advice.

Swimming is the most technique-focused of the triathlon disciplines, and it’s also the most etiquette-driven.

The benefit of this session is to practice spinning in various gears so you get used to different muscle efficiencies.

Pop off the ground to become a faster short-course runner.

Generally the pull buoy is a triathlete’s crutch. But when used properly, it can be a critical tool for gaining power in the water.

Nate Helming and Mario Fraioli discuss how to repair your running form and economy.

Do these consistently to help improve your running form.

A midseason break could be the best “training” you do.