Recovery: The Benefits Of Massage
There are many different types of massage for athletes that help enhance recovery, prevent injuries and improve performance.
Training
Training
Our extensive triathlon training content includes tips for athletes of all levels (from newbie to seasoned pro), training plans for every distance (from super-sprint to Ironman), and advice from the true experts in the sport.
Our extensive triathlon training content includes tips for athletes of all levels (from newbie to seasoned pro), training plans for every distance (from super-sprint to Ironman), and advice from the true experts in the sport.
Learn To Swim Freestyle From Michael Phelps
A video featuring multiple angles of Olympic Gold Medalist Michael Phelps swimming freestyle has received nearly two million hits on YouTube. The reason? Swimmers and triathletes are anxious to steal freestyle technique tips from the American phenom.
Sports Science Update: Train Hot/Race Cool?
I called it: heat acclimatization training improves endurance performance in temperate conditions.
(Not Your Typical) Top-10 Triathlon Towns
Our picks for best non-traditional places for triathletes to live.
Sports Science Update: How Lactic Acid Prevents Fatigue
Two new studies demonstrate that much-maligned lactate is benign at worst and beneficial at best.
Recovery Following An Ironman Triathlon
Find out what the latest research says about how you should recover from an Ironman triathlon.
Torbjørn Sindballe’s Perspective: Heat Management Through Acclimatization
Torbjørn Sindballe has agreed to share some perspectives and tips for race day in a series of articles. In this article, Sindballe provides advice on how to use acclimatization to assist in managing the heat in a hot race.
Training Log Kona 2010: Faris Al-Sultan
We caught up with 2005 Ironman World Champion Faris Al-Sultan before he took on a ride on the famed Queen K.
Training Log Kona 2010: Luke McKenzie
Australia's Luke McKenzie showed off his new Scott Plasma 3 bike during a moto pacing effort down the Queen K with fiance Amanda Balding. Triathlete.com was there to talk to Luke before his workout and catch some of the pacing action!
Training Log Kona 2010: Catriona Morrison
Ironman Lanzarote winner Catriona Morrison is back for her second attempt at Kona. We joined her on one of her last hard workouts before the big race on Saturday.
Training Log Kona 2010: Julie Dibens
We caught up with Julie Dibens on what she called one of her first rest days in a long time. On tap for her rest day? An easy swim from the pier.
Training Log Kona 2010: Chrissie Wellington
Three-time defending Ironman World Champion Chrissie Wellington spent time this morning training on the course along Alii Drive. She spent time to wave to fans and show her signature smile.
Training Log Kona 2010: Leanda Cave
Great Britain's Leanda Cave spent time training in the Natural Energy. We followed along to bring you this training footage.
Training Log Kona 2010: Rasmus Henning & Dirk Bockel
Triathlete.com spent time with a few Europeans in the week leading up the Ironman World Championship. Rasmus Henning, Dirk Bockel and Martin Jensen were kind enough to let us tag along on a rainy afternoon bike ride down the Queen K.
My Town: Life As A Triathlete Living And Training In Kona
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.
Triathlete.com Exclusive: A Training Day With Mirinda Carfrae
Triathlete.com's Liz Hichens took a trip to Boulder, Colo. to learn what it’s like to train for a day with Ironman World Championship run course record holder Mirinda Carfrae of Australia.
Five Technique Drills For Better Running
There’s no such thing as perfect running form, but every triathlete can and should work regularly on improving his or her running technique.
The Art Of ART
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Five Ways To Calm Pre-Race Nerves
This article provides tips on calming the pre-race nerves that will inevitably be a part of your racing experience.
Beginner Triathlon Tips From The Ultimate Veteran
Six-time Ironman World Champion Mark Allen provides tips on getting through your first triathlon race experience.
Recovery: Quantitative Measurement
Sage Rountree explains how quantifying your recovery by establishing heart rate metrics will help you avoid overtraining and perform to your full potential.
Sports Science Update: Is Low-Intensity or High-Intensity Exercise Better for Fat Loss?
The results of a new study suggest that low-intensity exercise is more effective for weight loss than high-intensity exercise...
Balancing Effort and Ease: Tree Pose
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Workout Of The Week: Squires Long Run
Check out Mario Fraioli's author page.
Is It Really The Shoes?
Check out Matt Fitzgerald's author page.
Recovery: An Overview
In the first of a new video series, learn how recovering properly will help you reap the benefits of hard workouts.
Tri Training Tip: Recovery Secrets From The Pros
Get recovery tips from some of the top endurance athletes and coaches in the world.
Building Mental Toughness In Triathlon
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.
Balancing Energy Levels In Your Next Triathlon Swim
Balancing your energy levels throughout the triathlon swim can be a challenge.
Running 101: Stretching
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Running Hot: Part 2
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Balanced Breathing: Part 1
Your breath is a powerful tool for your running.
Thursday’s Top-5: Running Injuries
Check out Mario Fraioli's author page.
Monday Minute: Overhead Split Squat
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Get Your Name In Triathlete Magazine!
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The Lactic Acid Myths
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Swim Training Outside The Pool
Many of us have found ourselves out of the water for lengthy spells during the pandemic. Swim coach and former professional triathlete Sara McLarty has exercises to help improve your swimming when you can't get in your local pool.
Run Training: Easy Does It
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Is Heart Rate Monitoring Worth the Bother?
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Training: Super Simple Cycling Interval Progressions
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Med Tent: Treat and Prevent Shin Splints
Fix and prevent this common lower-leg injury.