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7 Strength Exercises All Triathletes Should Do

By adding these quick strength workouts into your regimen, you'll help prevent injuries and prolong your triathlon career.

By Erik Taylor

4 Steps to a Smooth 1.5K Swim

Here's how to even out your swim stroke so that you can move more efficiently in the water.

By Doug Robertson

My First Triathlon: 15 Things I Learned

From panic attacks to wetsuit mishaps, participating in my first triathlon was scary. With lots of trial and errors, here are 15 things I learned t...

7 Circuit Workouts for Endurance Athletes

When in a time crunch, circuit workouts can provide a welcomed change of pace at a higher intensity level.

By Erik Taylor

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How the Pros Stay Lean

Trimming down for peak performance is tricky, even for the pros. Take cues from successful elites to reach your ideal racing weight.

By Matt Fitzgerald

Mirinda Carfrae's Secrets to Success

Winner of the Ironman World Championship in 2010 and 15 Ironman 70.3 races, "Rinny" knows a thing or two about training for big races. Find out wha...

By Michelle Valenti

How to Build Speed in the Offseason

With the right focus, you can keep improving in the offseason. Here's what you need to know.

By Patrick McCrann

3 Training Tips for Aspiring Kona Athletes

Learn training tips and strategies that might help you qualify for the Ford Ironman World Championships in Kona.

By Kirsten Korosec

Are Skinny Triathletes Faster?

The best training approach for fitness-building and the best training approach for fat loss are identical. Too bad most triathletes don't train thi...

By Matt Fitzgerald

Should You Do a 70.3 Before an Ironman?

Learn the surprising pros and cons of racing a 70.3 when training for an Ironman.

By Rich Strauss

Perfect Pre-Race Day Meal Plan

Take the guesswork out of what to eat the before your next triathlon or endurance race with this pre-race day meal plan.

By Kirsten Korosec

5 IM 70.3 Nutrition Mistakes to Avoid

Don't let these common nutrition mistakes keep you from the finish line. Learn how your nutrition needs change as you move from Olympic to Ironman ...

By Kirsten Korosec

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