A Beginner's Guide to the Special Needs Bag

What kind of bagger are you? Learn from these common types to execute your best race-day strategy.

By IRONMAN

Wetsuit Basics for New Triathletes: What You Need to Know

Looking for a triathlon wetsuit? Not sure where to start? Here are a few beginner tips to help you get suited up and ready to race.

By Melissa Mantak, MA

The Allure of Swimming in the Open Water

Feeling the constraint of swimming in the pool everyday? Free up your routine and dare to experience the open water.

By Bryan Mineo

The Debate: High Mileage Versus High Intensity

Ask any group of experts and you'll get divided opinions. Is it high mileage, or high intensity, that's the key to maximizing your time spent train...

By LAVA Magazine

How to Be Stress Free in the Open Water

Fear of the open water can cause a lot of pre-race anxiety. Use these tips to de-stress the swim and improve your performance.

By IRONMAN

8-Week Swim Program for Triathletes

One discipline that's often overlooked by triathletes is the swim. Try this eight-week program that can decrease your overall time and provide more...

By Marcus Eichhorn

How to Build Your Pain Threshold With Strategic Training

Recent research suggests that triathletes have a higher pain threshold than the Average Joe. Learn how to increase your pain tolerance so you can b...

By Mackenzie Lobby Havey

The Benefits of Hiring a Triathlon Coach

Whether you're preparing for a sprint triathlon or an Ironman, training for three disciplines can be overwhelming. Here's why you should consider h...

By Mackenzie Lobby Havey