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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

7 Skills to Practice Before Your First Triathlon

Your first triathlon is tough enough—stay ahead of the pack with these necessary skills.

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2015 IRONMAN World Championship Pro Start List Announced

Another stacked professional field will compete in Kona this October. Did your favorite make the cut?

By Michael Nystrom

The Case of the Unhealthy Triathlete

You train hard, eat well and have enough medals to make a knight jealous. But are you functioning at your very best?

By IRONMAN

5 Whole-Food Alternatives to Sports Products

Whole foods can do what sports products do—and oftentimes with fewer ingredients. These five are worth trying.

By Brooke Schohl

The Best Way to Fuel an Ultra-Distance Race

Performance starts with fuel. It's critical to create a nutrition plan so you make the right choices before and during your race. These tips will h...

By Nancy Clark 

Closer Look: SRAM Debuts RED eTap Wireless Electronic Groupset

SRAM debuts RED eTap, the company's--and the industry's only current wire-free electronic groupset.

By LAVA Magazine

IRONMAN Sold For $650 Million To Chinese Company

Dalian Wanda Group Co., Ltd. ("Wanda"), one of the leading Chinese private conglomerates, has reached an agreement to acquire 100% of the World Tri...

By Michael Nystrom

True Repeats, Gomez Wins at WTS Stockholm

Near perfect conditions and a strong men's and women's field made for a fast weekend of racing at WTS Stockholm.

By ITU

VIDEO: Chasing Olympic Gold With American Gwen Jorgensen

Watch current world number one, American Gwen Jorgensen, train in Spain's northern Basque region of Vitoria.

By LAVA Magazine

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