Mental Resilience in Triathlon through Stoicism
Triathlon is as much a mental battle as it is a physical test. In the pursuit of success, athletes often turn to philosophical concepts to shape their mindset and fortify their mental resilience. Stoicism, with its emphasis on control, planning for adversity, embracing fate, and …
Triathlon Socks
What are the best triathlon socks? They may seem like a trivial thing but they are critical. Get the wrong socks and you will end up with blisters and lots of discomfort. Also, the right socks will help in a faster transition – specifically if …
Dave Scott
Dave Scott is one of the most legendary, successful, and decorated triathletes in the history of the sport. He is a 6-time winner of the Ironman World Championship, having taken the title in 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, and 1987. Scott made history as the …
How to get AWA Gold, Silver, Bronze
All World Athlete, or AWA status is an accolade given to Ironman athletes each year. It comes with a digital certificate, an aluminum bag tag, stickers, and express check-in queues at events. To achieve "All World Athlete" status in Ironman racing, you need to accumulate …
Ideal Stroke Rate for Tri Swimming
I would bet you've heard the ideal cycling cadence is 90 and that the best running cadence is around 180. But how about swimming? Do you take fewer longer strokes and glide, or do you take more, shorter strokes and keep the power on? Or …
3 Hacks From 6x World Champ Dave Scott
We've interviewed 6x Ironman World Champion Dave Scott a few times, and here are a few tips he has given us. Aside from hearing about how he raced the school bus on his 3-speed bike as a kid, how he ate 8.5lbs (3.9kg) of ice …
Triathlon Products I LOVE
Following are products I have bought and trained and raced with extensively, most for years. If I don't love it, it's not here. While some are affiliate links, and all are my wholehearted, honest favorites. I'd love to hear your thoughts – especially if you …
HOTT: The Hierarchy of Triathlon Training
I have written about finding your 'why' or the underlying reason we train and race. And in doing so, I realized that many of us don't know our 'why' but we do know our 'what' and our 'how'. This led me to chart out these …
How to Qualify for the Ironman 70.3 World Champs: 6 Tips
If you've been dreaming of qualifying for the 70.3 World champs but struggle to get on the podium, these tips may help you.
5 Ways to Qualify the Ironman World Championships in Kona or Nice
There are several ways for triathletes to qualify for the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, or Nice, France: Ironman Qualifying (IMQ) Races: Athletes can qualify for Kona by finishing in one of the top spots in their age group at one of the designated …
The Main Thing to do to Increase Your FTP
The #1 thing to know about how to increase your FTP (functional threshold power) is that consistency and gradual progression are key. To improve your FTP, you need to consistently train and gradually increase the intensity and volume of your rides over time. This can …
8 Mental Skills Every Triathlete Must Master
It's been said that endurance sports like triathlon are more mental than physical. So, it would be wise to identify the mental and mindset skills you need to develop. Here are the top skills we believe you need to master: Mental toughness: Mental toughness is …
10 Great Reasons to do a Triathlon
Sense of accomplishment: Finishing a triathlon is a major accomplishment that you'll be proud of for years to come. The sense of satisfaction and pride you'll feel as you cross the finish line is unlike anything else. You'll be able to look back on your …
Basic Nutrition Plan for Half Ironman Fueling
Mmmm…gels… Here is a sample nutrition plan for fueling during a half ironman race with specific calorie, carbohydrate, hydration, and electrolyte guidelines: Before the race: Eat a carbohydrate-rich meal the night before the race, including at least 500-700 calories and 70-100 grams of carbohydrates.Have a …
10 Tips to a Faster Run
I can't promise you'll be as fast as Lionel, but you can try.Image used with permission from the PTO. There are several ways that a triathlete can work to become a faster runner: Incorporate speed work into your training routine. This could include intervals, hills, …
10 Things Beginner Triathletes Should Watch out For
Here are 10 things that a beginner triathlete should watch out for: Overuse injuries: Make sure to cross-train and vary your workouts to reduce the risk of overuse injuries.Dehydration: Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, especially during hot weather or long workouts.Poor nutrition: Make …
Are you Playing the Infinite Game?
A sudden, searing pain exploded in my right ankle and I fell to my hands and knees in the deep, uncut grass. The black and white painted concrete curb was inches from my face and I could smell the wet grass and soil. I had …
Top 10 Pro Female Triathletes
What are the female pro rankings as of July 25, 2022? Here they are. Keep in mind, that these are based on their recent results, and really do not mean that one athlete is 'better' or 'faster' necessarily, and the results can change often and …
Top 10 Female Pro Swimmers
If you follow triathlon at all, you likely think you know who the #1 female swimmer is. Lucy, I suspect. But when I watched the Collins Cup, I was impressed, to say the least, to see another woman stick to her heels for the entire …
Top 10 Pro Male Swimmers
We hear a lot about the fastest overall pros or even the top cyclists and runners, but less about the top swimmers. In fact, there may be some names here you don't recognize. Following are the top 10 male pro swimmers, as ranked by the …