Can you remember the feeling of the first time you took part in a triathlon? Pause for a moment and take yourself back to that experience. What did you feel, how did you see the sport and other competitors differntly, what motivated and scared you, how did you feel about the distance that awaited you … Read more
Have you ever wondered when to start training for a marathon? Do you need 16 weeks, 24 weeks, a year? You will in no way be surprised to hear that I’m going to say there are a number of factors that determine how long marathon training takes for each runner. I’m going to try to … Read more
Even the most enthusiastic runners can feel intimidated by seeing a long run on their training schedule. Long runs are a real test of physical and mental endurance, and if you’re having an off day on either front, they can turn into a battle of wills. The challenge takes on a whole new dimension when … 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+. He’s one of the most exciting talents on the long-course scene, so when Sam Long announced that … Read more
The experiences may have been pretty different but the end results were exactly the same as Sam Long notched back-to-back victories at CLASH Miami and Challenge Puerto Varas earlier this month. ‘The Big Unit’ advertised his claims to be a major IRONMAN World Championship contender in St George on May 7 by dominating the opposition … Read more
Each month, Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff looks at a recent study or body of researchers to talk to the talk to the process, explaining the process behind it, and break down the findings. This month: Recent studies being done on long COVID and what triathletes should know about the evolving medical research on the long-term effects … Read more
The first edition of Challenge Puerto Varas in Chile saw another powerful display from ‘The Big Unit’ Sam Long, who took total control on the bike and then never looked troubled. All seems to be right on track towards his IRONMAN World Championship target on May 7. There was a different shape to the Pro … Read more
Well, Friday’s experience helped to prepare me for Heartbreak Hill next month. I’ve done this race course previously, but my brain does a fabulous job erasing any memory of hard things… like these hills. (shoes, tank (I took off my long sleeve because I was so hot a few miles in) handheld bottle & shorts) … Read more
Ahead of his season debut at CLASH Miami this Friday, American Sam Long has his sights firmly set on the IRONMAN World Championship in St George on May 7. 2022 is an event year for middle and long-time competition, with a pair of IRONMAN World Championship races set to take place in May and October … Read more
One of the most common questions beginner runners ask is, “How long should I wait after eating to run?” Even seasoned runners often find themselves experimenting with the timing of running and eating, particularly when stepping up to longer distances or when changing the time of day they run. Because properly fueling your body for … Read more