Triathlon training articles, tips, and advice.
When it comes to athletics, everyone has different ways of motivating themselves and becoming better at training. Some have a workout buddy, others subscribe to highly-scientific online training programs. Others employ a coach. One of the most common ways to stay engaged and motivated is to join a local triathlon … Read More
We are again excited to publish our list of 10 great destination triathlons in the U.S. To be considered a destination race on our list, it must offer either an Olympic or Sprint distance, have stood the test of time, and be in a special venue worthy of traveling to … Read More
If you’re a runner or cyclist, you may have heard of HIIT training. HIIT, which stands for high-intensity interval training, is a type of exercise that is growing in popularity. It’s a great way to quickly improve your fitness level and burn calories. In this article, we will discuss what … Read More
It is the night before your triathlon, and you know that you need to be on the road by 5:30am. Now is the time to get your stuff together, your car loaded, and be ready for a quick escape once you wake up in the morning. Let’s talk about what … Read More
Running and cycling apps take workout precision to a whole new level, while adding the element of community.
Gone are the days when you would put on your Garmin watch and just track your mileage and speed. Granted, that was a huge leap forward from where we were before then, … Read More
“Hole!” I heard it, loud and clear, yelled by the riders in front of me. But I never saw it coming until it was too late. I hit that darned pothole dead on. It was jarring and painful, but somehow I managed to keep the rubber side down and navigate … Read More
You can spend thousands on the sport of triathlon, but you don’t have to. True, there are many athletes who invest hundreds or thousands of dollars each year to keep their triathlon times fast, and give themselves their gear-junkie fix. But participating in a triathlon doesn’t have to break the … Read More
Let’s set the stage: You signed up for your first triathlon, and the reality is now setting in that you have to actually be in race shape in just a few months. Whether you are a couch potato or a workout warrior, getting both physically and mentally ready for your … Read More
Triathlons come in a few forms, notably with variations in the distance. You have your super sprints, sprints, Olympics, HIMs, and the coveted Ironman. While sprints are the most popular, the numbers for all distances have been holding steady.
But what about some of the riffs on triathlon – namely … Read More
