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Triathlon is an activity that provides complete fitness. With its blend of swimming, bicycling, and running, triathlon is the only sport that has cross training built into it. Join us to learn about the latest developments in the sport and training, no matter if you’re a spectator, a first time racer, or a seasoned pro.

  • A Beginner's Guide To Race Nutrition
    Sunday, March 31, 2013
    Nutrition is the fourth discipline of triathlon. You can do all the training in the world, but if your body isn't properly fueled, you won't achieve your peak performance. Check out this article to...
  • Building Aerobic Fitness
    Sunday, March 31, 2013
    Triathlon is an endurance sport. This means you need to train to go long. In this article, you'll learn to become a successful triathlete by building a basic level of aerobic fitness.
  • Developing Your Training Plan
    Sunday, March 31, 2013
    Unless you are a professional athlete or idly rich, odds are that the amount of time you can afford to devote to triathlon training is limited. What you need is a way to balance your training, both...
  • A Beginner's Guide To Lap Swimming Etiquette
    Saturday, March 30, 2013
    So you've signed up for your first triathlon, and now you've got to do some swim training. But swimming in a pool with other people might seem a little intimidating. Check out this article to learn...
  • Yoga For Triathletes (Part 3): Book Reviews
    Saturday, March 30, 2013
    Interested in learning more about yoga and how it can help with your triathlon training? Then check out some of these terrific titles on the subject.
  • Yoga For Triathletes (Part 2): Standing Exercises
    Friday, March 29, 2013
    Yoga is the perfect warm-up for triathlon. In this article, you'll learn about standing poses, which will not only get your body warmed-up, but also help improve your performance as a triathlete.
  • Yoga For Triathletes (Part 1): Floor Exercises
    Thursday, March 28, 2013
    If nutrition is the so-called fourth discipline of triathlon, then yoga ought to be considered the fifth. Read more to learn how yoga can help you in the sport of triathlon.
  • Keeping Fit While On Vacation
    Sunday, March 10, 2013
    Just because you're on vacation doesn't mean you have to give up on your training. Learn how to keep up with your training while away on vacation.
  • Maintaining Fitness Levels While Injured
    Friday, March 01, 2013
    Athletes get injured, whether it’s a rolled ankle, sore hip, or something more serious like a stress fracture. Check out this article to learn how to avoid being sidelined.
  • Unconditional Endurance
    Friday, March 01, 2013
    In the movie "Cool Running’s" I was immediately drawn to the scene where the character of a bobsled coach is portrayed by John Candy. Learn how that movie can help you learn if you're trainin...
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