Triathlon coach Alison Freeman offers a practical approach to deciding whether to extend your season after your planned last race.

Sometimes you have to get out of your head to get into your run.

New to triathlons and worried your gear won’t measure up? You’re not alone. Here’s how to overcome the most common equipment insecurities - and focus on what really matters.

The dreaded delay. You’ve meticulously planned and prepped for one start time, only to have it shift, wrecking your nutrition, hydration, and warmup strategy. A coach offers guidance to thrive through this experience.

Everything you never knew you needed to know about peeing during a triathlon - when to go, where to go, and how to clean your gear after you respond to nature’s call mid-race.

Your support crew is ready to be there for you, but they aren’t quite sure what you need on race day. Use this guide to communicate your preferences and support needs.

Master the art of the mid-race refuel with these essential tips on how to smoothly and respectfully navigate aid stations - without losing time or your cool.

If chasing finish times leaves you anxious, you’re not alone. A triathlon coach explains how shifting to intrinsic goals - like enjoying the process and staying mentally strong - can transform your race-day experience.

At your first triathlon, you’re going to feel everything (and we do mean everything). Instead of letting it overwhelm you, get curious.

Don't let the excitement of race week distract you from taking time to familiarize yourself with race details in the athlete guide.

What do you do when your first race of the season hits in spring? Pros and coaches share their advice for ramping up early for events like 70.3 Oceanside or Ironman Texas.

Getting on and off your bike—seems simple enough. But on race day, a well-executed mount and dismount plan can mean the difference between an awkward (and slow) transition or a smooth (and speedy) one.

Warming up your body is good, but there's now evidence that warming up your mind could be just as important. Get your mind ready to go with these evidence-backed pre-race routines from neuroscientist Daya Grant.

Transition closes at 7 a.m., but your wave doesn't go off until 10 a.m. - what's a triathlete to do? Coach Julie Dunkle walks through transition scenarios triathletes might encounter on race day.

The “Australian Exit” is a term with mysterious origins but very real repercussions for triathletes on race day. Read what it is and why it matters.

Sacramento local and experienced age-grouper Josh Pryor shares an inside look at the Ironman California course and destination—everything from training locations to spectator spots to post-race eats—so that you can have your best race weekend experience in California’s capital.

Inaugural 70.3 Jones Beach winner Ross Baldwin shares the keys to racing this new course—everything from training to gear to pacing strategy—so you can have your best race-day experience in Long Island.

2023 Ironman 70.3 Cozumel champ and pro triathlete Hannah Berry shares insider details on this tropical race—everything from race prep to gear to strategy—so you can have your best race-day experience in Quintana Roo, Mexico.

Knowing how to choose the right triathlon race for you involves asking five basic questions: What, when, where, why, and how.

Two-time Chicago Triathlon winner Malachi Henry shares insider race recon on the iconic urban course—from training to gear to pacing strategy—so you can have your best race-day experience in the Windy City.

Becoming a faster triathlete doesn't always have to involve hours of training or running up your credit card with the latest gear. Coach Alison Freeman shares eight simple ways to shave time at your next race.

From missing packet pickup to mid-race tech troubles and getting lost on the course, coach Alison Freeman provides a roadmap to get you through the worst-case scenarios of race day.

Long-course triathlon is hard, but breaking any of these basic (race-killing) commandments is easy. Coach Julie Dunkle lays out the essential rules to follow if you want to have a fun, successful race for your first 70.3 triathlon.

Former pro and current coach Tim Reed upends the conventional wisdom that a full-iron event requires you to suffer all day.

Race morning can be a stressful time for even the toughest athletes. A routine can help bring calm to the chaos.

Three-time New York City Triathlon winner (and proud New Yorker) Rebeccah Wassner shares her course recon for the big event in the Big Apple.

...that is, until you really, really, really needed to know the answer. Never fear, we're here with advice on carb-loading, finding the water temp, and what pressure to set your bike tires in transition.

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

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.

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

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

Whether you took the last few years off or raced at any opportunity available during the pandemic, there's no doubt things are different this year. Here are 9 things you need to know as we rev up for the 2023 season.

It may be time to rethink the “off-season” and join TriDot’s Preseason Project.

Your timing chip is one of the most important pieces of gear you'll wear on race day. But what if it falls off in the swim, or if you miss a timing mat on the course? Don't panic - the experts are here to help.

A solid Ironman marathon can be elusive if you're not a sub-12 hour finisher. Coach Alison Freeman explains why the wheels fall off during the run leg for so many long-course triathletes, and how to have a better Ironman run.

Canadian Lionel Sanders has one of the most notorious running styles in triathlon: On one hand, it won't win any beauty contests; on the other hand, it wins races. We take a look at how and why.

There's nothing worse than losing valuable seconds (or minutes!) in that in-between world from swim to bike and bike to run. This video and step-by-step guide to triathlon transitions will help you speed through like a pro.

How do you get over a DNS (did not start)? Triathlon coach Gordo Byrn tackles this question.

Use these five simple strategies to make your race-week experience less nerve-wracking.

Though they may seem like a minor part of the race-day experience, learning how to swim around turn buoys properly can make a huge difference. We break down how to do it right.

Training didn't go the way you planned and now you're not as prepared as you'd hope. Should you still race, or is it better to pull the plug? We've got questions (and answers) to guide you.

Use key workouts, past results, and simple algorithms to predict your possible triathlon finish time—but stay flexible when it comes to race day.

No one knows the Ironman Lake Placid course better than race champion and coach Jennie Hansen. Prep with her expert race recon, from Lake Placid course profiles to necessary gear to the best spots for spectators.

Two of the world’s top long-course coaches, Siri Lindley and Dan Lorang, dig into the good and bad behind racing with data or racing by feel.

2021 USAT champion and Milwaukee resident Annamarie Strehlow shares her expert race recon on the USAT AG Nationals courses.

How do you transition? How do you set up your area? How do you navigate aid stations? How do you do it like a pro?

A good warm-up on race day can really set you up for success. How do you do it?

Sometimes it's not about going as fast as possible.

Olympian, 70.3 World Champion, and five-time Oceanside champion Andy Potts shares his expert race recon on the 70.3 Oceanside course.

A triathlon relay can be a great way to get into the sport—or for more experienced athletes to practice a specific discipline and have a fun day at the races.

Last week Triathlete’s editors, experts, and pros joined forces to answer questions and discuss topics on every distance of tri for Team Triathlete. Read the recap.

Five-time Ironman 70.3 Champion Matt Hanson shares expert race recon on the Ironman Texas 70.3 course in Galveston—from gear to strategy to logistics.

The long run is a standard on most athletes' calendars—but there are some common mistakes and misunderstandings.

Underwater critters, strong currents, bloody noses - Sarah Haskins has seen (and swum through) it all.

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Olympian and triathlon legend Andy Potts shares how he plots out a race strategy before every competition.

Two-time Ironman St. George winner Heather Wurtele shares expert race recon on the new IM World Championship course—from gear to strategy to where to eat post-race.

Races are finally happening - and athletes are suddenly finding themselves faced with packed, ambitious race calendars. Our complete, comprehensive guide has expert knowledge on everything from workouts to travel tips to mental strategies.

There are plenty of hidden gems within the racing season that probably don’t get the credit they deserve—until you talk to the people who return to them year after year.

“The best athletes are the ones who practice patience and self-discipline. Be ambitious but not greedy.”

Triathlon isn’t an easy sport, but we’ve identified eight of the toughest parts of race day and collected expert advice on how to overcome.

Supporting your favorite triathlete can be a stressful and time-consuming job. Here’s what you need to know about being the best supporter you can be on race day.

A race director explains the logistics of utilizing the changing tent (or changing clothes) during a triathlon.

How well are you cutting the tangents when you race?

It's been awhile. Be sure to practice these things before your next start line.

A pro triathlete offers a fun guide to not taking transition too seriously.

Learn from the pros so you can hone your race-specific skills before the big day.

Follow these setup tips to make your first multi-sport race go smoothly.

Learn from the champions of triathlon what it takes to cross the finish line steps ahead of your opponents.

Racing for the first time after months away from competing can be tricky. Here's what we can learn and apply before (hopefully) lining up for a triathlon in 2021.

As we look to the potential of returning to racing in 2021, here’s what the experience may look like.

A look at how former professional triathletes Craig Alexander, Torbjørn Sindballe, and Belinda Granger mentally coped with the pain of racing.

Proper fueling and pacing is the key to executing a successful run in spite of whatever obstacles are thrown at you.

What went wrong? If your race didn’t go as planned, take a look at your pacing, race management, and race conditions.

Understand your pacing, power, terrain management, and how to navigate T2 so you can execute the ride no matter the circumstances.

From the start gun to T1, here's how you can be poised to respond to a variety of situations that may come up in the swim.

With the first Otillö swimrun event on U.S. soil taking place 25 miles off the coast of Los Angeles on Catalina Island this weekend, we talk to two athletes who've experienced the unique format.

Meteorologist and triathlete Joanna Perchaulk gets it done with no warmth, no sunlight, and no fresh produce.

The female triathlete’s guide to managing the menstrual cycle.

Because we see decreased oxygen pressures and availability at altitude, there is a huge impact on performance.

Researchers have spent hundreds of hours trying to understand what is causing deaths in triathlon swims.

It may seem like some athletes are just born with a higher pain threshold or more mental strength—but these are skills that require practice.

Set realistic performance goals before you jump in for your first race effort of the year.

You’ve done all the hard work, but the days and weeks before your triathlon can be make-or-break. Here are the checklists you’ll need to minimize the unknowns.

Want to try a tri? An indoor triathlon is an excellent way to get your feet wet.

Finding the right race based on your personality type might lead to a more satisfying outcome (and a PR).

Finish the season strong with these simple tips from XTERRA star and coach Josiah Middaugh.

Two expert coaches help crack the code.