Open Water Swimming: Do’s and Don’ts
Triathlon
BY Steven Moody
Open Water Swimming: Do’s and Don’ts
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IRONMAN

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10 Ways to Make IRONMAN Training Fit Your Lifestyle
By Gale Bernhardt
Fact: You don’t have to give up your family, friends, and other sports just to finish an IRONMAN. Follow these tips...
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Do I Need a Coach to Train for My First IRONMAN?
By Heather Casey
With a good coach, you’re getting more than peace of mind that your training is on track. Here’s why getting...
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Training Guide
Ultimate Ironman Training Guide
This guide is designed to be used as you train for an IRONMAN triathlon, with in-depth information on every part of the process. Each chapter is packed with tips, workouts, and insights from triathlon coaches, to give you all the tools you need to succeed.
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IRONMAN 70.3

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How To Build a Successful DIY Training Camp
By Tatjana Ivanova
You don’t have to be a pro to train like one. Here’s how to build a successful training camp at any time,...
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Best Bike Split IRONMAN Kona Predictions
By Ryan Cooper
If this year’s IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships are any indicator, IRONMAN Kona could have some serious fireworks....
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GTN Presents: How to Calculate Your Run Race Pace
By TrainingPeaks
In the latest episode of “Triathlon Training Explained,” host Heather Fell discusses how to better calculate your run race...
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Nutrition

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IRONMAN Sarah Piampiano’s Nine Rules for Athletic Success
By Sarah Piampiano
Over nearly a decade of professional racing, Sarah Piampiano has fine tuned her IRONMAN training and racing. Here’s...
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GTN Presents: The Ideal Weight For Training and Racing
By Susan Legacki
In the latest episode of Global Triathlon Network’s “Triathlon Training Explained,” they tackle the complicated topic of...
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How to Finally Nail Your Nutrition During an IRONMAN Taper (And Every Day Thereafter)
By Dr. Rick Kattouf
The key components necessary to nail your nutrition during an IRONMAN taper are the same guidelines you should follow for...
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Strength

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4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Mobility Work
By Sarah Russell
Strength training gets a lot of attention, but mobility work is equally important when it comes to enhancing your...
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Should Endurance Athletes Do Plyometric Training?
By Lance Watson
We all know plyometrics are good for increasing explosive power. But can “jump training” help endurance...
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Essential Swimming Technique for Triathletes
By Tomek Kowalski
You can train all you want, but swimming faster (and having energy for the other legs of your triathlon) often comes down...
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Open Water Swimming: Do’s and Don’ts
By Steven Moody
With pools shut down for the forseeable future, swimmers are itching to get back on the water. Here are some key safety...
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Developing Muscular Strength for Endurance Sport
By Joe Hamilton
When you strength train is as important as how you strength train.
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Staying Injury and Illness-Free As You Emerge from Isolation
By Dr. Jeff Sankoff
As local social distancing regulations begin to loosen, many athletes are heading back outside—here’s how to make a...
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How to Improve Your Pedal Stroke Indoors
By Hannah Reynolds
An effective pedal stroke isn’t just a matter of style; here’s how to refine your pedaling for better...
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Do Compression Garments Work?
By Dr. Jeff Sankoff
When it comes to compression garments and triathletes, is there a need for the extra squeeze?
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Increasing Training Volume During Quarantine
By Chris Wallace
With shifts to our schedules due to COVID-19, it can be tempting to drastically ramp up your training volume—here’s...
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Will I Lose Fitness During Quarantine?
By Andy Blow
Many athletes have been facing limitations on their training, but the news for your fitness might not be as dire as you...
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How to Deal With Canceled Races
By Steven Moody
A step-by-step guide to dealing with your emotions and refocusing after a race is canceled.
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Six Ways to Isolate like an Ironman
By Jean Gillis
How to apply lessons learned from endurance racing to quarantine life.
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Indoor Drills Every Swimmer Should Know
By Bjorn Ludick
Try these key moves to refine your stroke, stay strong, and prevent injury—so you can dive back in where you left off when...
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Three Great Reasons to Keep Training through COVID-19
By Philip Mosley
Struggling to find your motivation to train? Here are three compelling reasons to get off the couch.
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Dryland Strength Moves for Swimmers
By Tatjana Ivanova
No Pool? No problem. You can perfect your stroke and get stronger almost anywhere with these key strength moves.