1989 has been called the year of the “greatest race ever run” in the sport of triathlon. Many a word has been written and stories told about the events that transpired at the Ironman World Championships on October 16 of that year, when pro triathletes Mark Allen and Dave Scott raced side by side at … Read more
“], “filter”: { “nextExceptions”: “img, blockquote, div”, “nextContainsExceptions”: “img, blockquote”} }”> For access to all of our training, gear, and race coverage, plus exclusive training plans, FinisherPix photos, event discounts, and GPS apps, >”,”name”:”in-content-cta”,”type”:”link “}}”>sign up for Outside+. Your fastest bike splits will likely come from races where you settle into the aero position with … Read more
“], “filter”: { “nextExceptions”: “img, blockquote, div”, “nextContainsExceptions”: “img, blockquote”} }”> For access to all of our training, gear, and race coverage, plus exclusive training plans, FinisherPix photos, event discounts, and GPS apps, >”,”name”:”in-content-cta”,”type”:”link “}}”>sign up for Outside+. The slugfest in Slovakia, the smackdown in Samorin—or, more simply put, the Ryder Cup of triathlon. However … Read more
Table of Contents How do I know if I’m ready? Training guidelines Fueling guidelines Race day: Olympic vs. 70.3 70.3 prep workouts Let’s be honest: If you’ve done a triathlon (and even if you haven’t) you’ve probably heard of Ironman and Kona. It’s our Mt. Everest or our Boston Marathon—and it looms large. As you … Read more
“], “filter”: { “nextExceptions”: “img, blockquote, div”, “nextContainsExceptions”: “img, blockquote”} }”> For access to all of our training, gear, and race coverage, plus exclusive training plans, FinisherPix photos, event discounts, and GPS apps, >”,”name”:”in-content-cta”,”type”:”link “}}”>sign up for Outside+. When Jan Frodeno announced last Friday that he won’t be in Kona this year due to an … Read more
Chelsea Sodaro made headlines recently as she made the podium at the PTO Canadian Open alongside Australia’s Ashleigh Gentle and home star Paula Findlay. But who is this long-course star and how did her triathlon journey unfold? Who is Chelsea Sodaro? Chelsea Sodaro spent her childhood cycling, swimming and playing competitive football in her hometown … Read more
“], “filter”: { “nextExceptions”: “img, blockquote, div”, “nextContainsExceptions”: “img, blockquote”} }”> For access to all of our training, gear, and race coverage, plus exclusive training plans, FinisherPix photos, event discounts, and GPS apps, >”,”name”:”in-content-cta”,”type”:”link “}}”>sign up for Outside+. Let’s face it: Triathletes can be a gross bunch. From peeing in our wetsuits to slurping down … Read more
It’s been a week since Swansea 70.3 and I will happily admit that I’m still completely knackered! It wasn’t just the race that left me feeling wiped. I had a huge moment in my personal life that’s also exhausted me, but in a good way… I got engaged a few days after the race and … Read more
There’s a busy few days coming up in Slovakia, host venue of the World Triathlon Multisport Championships Samorin. While it will be headlined by Saturday’s second edition of the Collins Cup, racing includes the Aquathlon World Championships on Thursday (Elite and Age-Group), Aquabike World Championships (Sunday, Age-Group), Collins Cup Age-Group event (Sunday) , and the … Read more
The monthly menstrual cycle’s no walk in the park for females, often bringing with it a host of unpleasant side-effects making you feel not so great. But is there really such thing as the period flu? And what can we do to mitigate against it? What is period flu? While some may breeze through their … Read more