Training

Hey, it happens—your schedule gets slammed, you get sick, or an injury appears out of nowhere. Use these guidelines for adjusting your training so you can stay on track.

This 70.3 workout will help you fine-tune and work on different bike cadences.

Fix your sinking legs once and for all with these tips and videos from swim coach Andrew Sheaff.

Adjusting mid-season can be tough. It can also be one of the most compassionate choices you can make for yourself.

New data finds that endurance- or speed-oriented muscle fibers don’t determine how you respond to strength training

Throw a little “speed play” into your training holding pattern with a run that makes the miles fly by.

Ever hear of brain endurance training? Scientists say it just might be the key to unlocking next-level speed and endurance.

Running hills doesn't have to hurt! Use these PT-approved strategies for protecting your knees on inclines and descents.

No, you won't suddenly be out of shape if you take some time off to rehab an injury or take a hard-earned break. Here's what to know about how quickly you actually lose run fitness (and how quickly it will bounce back).

Most people run the same pace regardless of how far they’re running, according to new research

There is no rule or requirement stating that after [X] triathlons of a certain distance, or after [Y] seasons of racing triathlon, you have to then complete a [certain distance] triathlon.

Maybe you're on vacation and your bike isn't invited, or perhaps you're nursing an injury. Here's what the science says about how quickly you might lose your bike fitness - and how to get it back.

Researchers look back on the lessons from 25 years of “live high, train low”

Getting a penalty doesn't necessarily mean your race is over.

Feeling ready to go the half-iron distance? Read our complete guide on how to take the next step up.

Your HRV can be a helpful indicator for several trends in your training. It can also predict an oncoming decrease in mental wellness. Here’s what we know.

Incorporating kick sets into your swim session is important. Get kicking with this workout from coach Sara McLarty.

We have entered a golden age of women's running in our sport. The coaches of today's fastest female pros spill the speed-invoking secrets of Anne Haug, Tamara Jewett, and Ashleigh Gentle so you can set a run PR, too.

Ever experienced chafing on a run? It's not fun. Knowing the causes of this common malady can help you take steps to prevent it from happening - no matter how many miles you're logging.

Improve your top-end speed and snap with these short and fast hill repeats from run coach David Roche.

In an excerpt from her forthcoming book, ‘Up to Speed: The Groundbreaking Science of Women Athletes,’ longtime Outside contributor Christine Yu argues that female athletes deserve their own benchmarks for athletic success.

Injury, illness, pool closures, the off-season - there are plenty of reasons why you might not be logging laps right now. Here's what to know about how quickly you lose swim fitness - and how to get it back in a jiff.

Boost your fitness and bring some variety to your training with this top-end bike power efforts workout.

Just because you missed your time goal by a few seconds (or minutes…or even an hour) doesn’t mean your race was completely unsuccessful.

Target your lats with these exercises designed to build a stronger swim.

Gritting your teeth is not your only solution when race day gets hard. Use these effective techniques from psychology and neuroscience to make the experience less difficult.

Triathletes are obsessed with stomping out inflammation as soon as it appears. Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff explains why we shouldn't be so quick to grab the NSAIDS.

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

Don't be that triathlete.

Is your heart rate high, even on easy runs? Aerobic Deficiency Syndrome might explain why. Here’s how to fix it.

You may have seen torque on your cycling computer and skipped right by this critical effort measurement. We look at why and how torque can take your bike training to the next level.

This run session is ideal for a long-course triathlete.

Want to strength train, but find the gym intimidating? Start with these videos of basic (but essential) strength-training moves for triathletes.

Grab the pool tools and try this swim workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Each triathlon discipline comes with its own hazards, but these common injuries can be avoided if you know what causes them.

Build some top-end speed in the pool with these progressive efforts.

The complication that has sidelined Flora Duffy for months is common in runners and triathletes.

Hiring a coach is smart, but it’s important to ensure the relationship will work out. If it doesn’t, you need an exit strategy.

Olympian and world champion Andy Potts talks about why the swim is still a huge part of any triathlon, and gives a five-day plan to rekindle your focus on the oft-neglected first leg.

Two-time winner pro triathlete Eric Lagerstrom shares his expert knowledge, ranging from the course, to race logistics, to how to celebrate after the finish line.

Mix it up in the pool this weekend with this progressive intervals set.

The good news: If we can harness the power of the peak-end rule, we can actually enhance our training.

Strengthen your foot core with these simple exercises to prevent injury from your feet to your hips.

Set yourself up with these training tips to stay healthy and fast as you approach your 50s (and beyond).

Looking to mix it up in the pool? This weekend's swim set is full of fun.

It's the perennial triathlete question: what's a good triathlon finishing time? To answer, we've recruited a data expert to break down "good" triathlon times by distance, course, and age.

Your first triathlon is all about one thing: making mistakes and learning from them. (And having fun!) We can help minimize the former and maximize the latter.

Here’s what happened when triathlete Jon Dorn attended Pool School

It's important to be realistic and objective when setting-race day goals - no matter how well (or poorly) your training has gone.

It turns out "the zone" is a very real, very specific psychological thing, and for triathletes who learn to harness clutch and flow states, it can be the key to massive performances and workouts.

Training, tools, and techniques vary. What you need to know to choose a physical therapist versus a chiropractor.

Hit the weekend with this creative swim workout from swimming all-star Sara McLarty.

No access to open water? No problem! Hone your skills in the pool with these specific open-water swim sets.

O'Donnell's win is his first since overcoming a heart attack dubbed "the widowmaker." He reveals how he's been managing his condition and what workouts helped him break the tape.

We polled a handful of the top pros including Barbara Riveros and David McNamee to find out what workouts they used to prep for a big weekend of racing in Ibiza.

A new review weighs the evidence that strength and training adaptations vary across the phases of the menstrual cycle

Ready to find your top-end swim fitness? This week's workout will help.

A P.T. helps correct three issues that could be causing you not to feel smooth in the water.

You're excited for your first race - so excited, you overdid it in training and now you're paying for it. From plantar fasciitis to swimmer's shoulder, we've got your guide to identifying and treating the most common injuries new triathletes encounter.

Cramps are the bane of every triathlete's existence. Scientists are uncovering new reasons why we cramp during races - and what can be done to relieve the discomfort.

Why your decades-old recovery regimen may no longer make the cut

Race day shouldn't be your first time swimming in open water! As the weather warms, use this guide to transfer your pool skills to open-water swimming practice without missing a beat.

Build your cycling fitness and power with this workout from one of the sport's most experienced coaches.

When "good enough" starts to slow you down.

Look at each phase of your freestyle swim stroke to find areas where you can improve quickly.

Running fast is just as much a mental effort as it is a physical one. Six-time Ironman World Champion Mark Allen shares a track workout to build the required skills for both.

While trying to qualify for an English Channel crossing, swimmers swallowed ingestible thermometers. They got really cold.

Want to get started? We've got you covered with this 8-week couch to triathlon training plan.

Though you may be racing with freestyle, that doesn't mean you should only train with freestyle.

The higher your VO2 max, the more oxygen your cardiovascular system can deliver to your muscles—which means they can work harder and last longer.

Improve (and use) all four quadrants of your pedal stroke.

While racing 140.6 miles of swimming, biking, and running may feel like a daunting task, our editors have compiled our vast resources into a comprehensive guide on how to train for an Ironman.

You hear the word "activation" used a lot in training plans and by coaches. But what does it mean? Use these videos to learn how to activate your muscles for swim, bike, and run.

Here are nine common signals you should pay attention to and what they mean when you experience them.

This bike workout, combining physical effort and mental mastery, helped six-time Ironman World Champion break through his limits and race strong all the way to the finish line.

The fundamentals of how to breathe when swimming so you stay comfortable, relaxed, and fast in the water.

Don't let the short sets in this workout fool you - collectively, these sprints pack a punch!

Perhaps even the best rest of your life.

For anyone who’s ever stood at the finish line of a 5K, 10K, or half-marathon, and asked “what’s next,” we have the answer.

What are the cutoff times for sprint, Olympic, 70.3 and Ironman races - and why are they enforced?

More reps with less weight is the endurance athlete's ticket to strength training that actually leads to success on race day.

Six-time Ironman World Champion shares what he calls the "ultimate race-prep drill" to find a new physical and mental gear in the swim.

Build your endurance with sets of 300, using this workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Move over, abs: When it comes to core strength, your hips are in control.

Can you do a 70.3 as your first triathlon? Yes. But should you? Coach Alison Freeman dives into what you need to know about going all-in on the half distance for your first race.

With a breakthrough win at Oceanside, the Canadian cemented her reputation for running through rivals on the course - and through their heads off it.

Do you know your Clifton Strengths, Enneagram, or Meyers-Briggs type? Some triathletes, including those at USAT’s Project Podium, say personality assessments have revolutionized the way they train and coach.

Studies show anywhere from 20 to 41 percent of triathletes are addicted to exercise - and that's not necessarily a good thing.

You might be sabotaging your entire race (run included) with one of these five easily-preventable mistakes on the bike.