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You took the step and signed up for a sprint triathlon. That's awesome! This sprint triathlon training guide is your ultimate resource to learning about the distance, prepping for your first triathlon, and getting expert triathlon tips for training and nutrition so you can rock the swim, bike, and run in your sprint triathlon.

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What to Expect for the Triathlon Events in Tokyo 2020
From a new triathlon race format, to an exciting Olympic and Paralympic triathlon course, here's what to expect for the triathlon events in Tokyo 2020
By Michael Nystrom

Debunking Common Triathlon Myths
Everything you've heard about triathlon is a lie. Well, not really, but these things are definitely false.
By Greg Kaplan

Where to Find the Best Deals on Triathlon Gear
It might be last year's model or a loud, unpopular colorway, but a deal is a deal.
By Michael Nystrom

How to Get Through a Race That's Gone Wrong
Maybe your goggles leak, you get a flat on the bike or you feel like you're overheating on the run. Don't let it ruin your race.
By Greg Kaplan

Nutritional Differences Between Sprint and IRONMAN Triathlons
Being trained and ready for a sprint versus an IRONMAN takes more than just a bump in total training time.
By Lori Nedescu, MS RD CSSD

Awesome Triathlons With Ocean Swims
Take on a new challenge in your triathlon career. Beat the surf and taste the saltwater at one of these seaside triathlons.
By ACTIVE.com

26 More Awesome Age Grouper Triathlon Bikes
Year after year, these readersubmitted age group triathlon bikes never disappoint.
By Michael Nystrom

Great Destination Races Around the World
Race hard, relax hard. Why not gather the family and make a trip out of your race weekend?
By ACTIVE.com

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How to Train for Your First IRONMAN
Are you ready for 140.6 miles of racing? Expert Gale Bernhardt explains what to expect when training for your first IRONMAN.
By Gale Bernhardt

Your 6-Month IRONMAN Training Plan
What does a training plan six months out from your race look like? Know what to focus on with these five tips.
By Mike Ricci, IRONMAN

5 Exercises to Strengthen Your Swim
Is your swim the weakest part of your race? Add these five strength exercises to your strength training routine and give your swim the boost it needs.
By Morgan Johnson, USA Triathlon

Mark Allen's 12 Best Strength Exercises
Strength training can be the tool to help you boost power, reduce fatigue, guard against injury and increase your laterace energy reserves.
By Mark Allen

How to Decrease Injuries with Mobility Exercises
Mobility work is essential for triathletes to decrease their risk of injury. But you also don’t want to overdo it.
By Erik Taylor

6 One-Hour Freestyle Workouts
Mix up your swim workouts and get faster. Here are six onehour workouts that will keep you energized and speed you up.
By Margaret Cyphers

15 Milestones Every Serious Triathlete Should Reach
From your first open water swim to completing a 70.3, how many of these milestones can you check off the list?
By Elizabeth Grimsley

Lactate Threshold and V02 Max Explained
Should you get an LT or V02 max test? These questions answered, and more, in this breakdown of two commonly heard terms among triathletes.
By Dr. Alexander Hutchison

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