Triathlon training articles, tips, and advice.
When I am shopping for the perfect indoor exercise bike, there are some non-negotiables. The ride has to be smooth and feel as close to my real bike as possible, the gears have to change seamlessly, the software must include ANT+ to connect to my heart rate monitor and Zwift, and the full setup must … Read more
In the depths of winter, triathletes and cyclists in Northern climates have to adjust their training to the weather. Some stay outdoors (minus the swim) as much as humanly possible for their training, while others tend to take it inside at a health club or gym for several months. While we are fans of being … Read more
When it comes to indoor biking trainers, Suito has flown a bit under the radar, at least in North America. The Elite Suito bike trainer is Elite’s answer to good-but-affordable trainers from other manufacturers, in a class with TACX Flux. The Suito has everything that cyclists need for winter training or indoor warmups. We gave … Read more
We often get asked about offseason training ideas. While we address the topic of offseason training in our triathlon and training ebooks, we wanted to provide you with two of our favorite, quick, easy offseason workouts that you can use right now. Each winter, triathletes around the world try to figure out how to stay … Read more
When I entered the triathlon world more than a decade ago, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I knew I would get in better shape, I was pretty sure I would enjoy the competitive aspect of it, and I was admittedly anxious about becoming a swimmer and a road cyclist – two things that were … Read more
A common question we receive is what the typical age groups in a triathlon are. For a newbie, it is a good question and one we are happy to shed some light on. In any sprint, olympic, mini, and other triathlons are divided into age groups. There is not one universal answer, as some races … Read more
Whether you are trying to get into swimming for the first time, or go from “good to great” for your triathlon swimming, working on your swim is a key part of your training plan. Getting your triathlon swim stroke back after a winter of easy pool swims, or creating a good swim stroke if you … Read more
As triathlon enthusiasts, one thing we love to see is the abundance of kids’ triathlons around the country. About a decade ago, we began to see the emergence of triathlons tailored for youth, and the number has grown steadily since then. Not only are these races a great way to get kids active, but they … Read more
Adding precision to workouts can help avoid the dreaded training plateau. We have seen it before: You are in good shape, training regularly, feeling good in your workouts, but you aren’t getting any faster or going any longer. At this point, you have three options: Training longer can work, but not everyone has the … Read more
If we were to suggest you should reduce five minutes off your triathlons, most people immediately think of training harder so they can go faster. Training is core to your triathlon experience, and we don’t disagree. But what happens when you have hit the peak of your training, or you have no hours left in the week … Read more
