USA Triathlon

Avocados for the Athlete

Dina Griffin July 24, 2012

Triathletes need healthy fat sources in their daily nutrition to round out well-balanced meals that include lean proteins and fiber-containing carbohydrates from vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

Collegiate Recruitment Camp: An Introduction to Triathlon

Katie Hursey July 20, 2012

Katie Hursey just finished a Division I running career at Syracuse University. Now she has gotten her first taste of triathlon, thanks to the USA Triathlon Collegiate Recruitment Camp.

AGNC Blog: An Introduction to a 900-Mile Journey

Jackson Parr July 18, 2012

Jackson Parr is looking forward to competing with the nation's top triathletes at USA Triathlon's Age Group National Championship in Burlington, Vt., next month, but his method of transportation to the race is quite unique.

Neuromuscular and Physical Therapy

Natalie Kirchhoff July 18, 2012

Training for three sports requires athletes to be in tune with their bodies in order to avoid injury. Collegiate recruit Natalie Kirchhoff is learning how to strengthen her weak spots while modifying her training.

The Feed Zone: Allen Lim’s Rice Cakes

July 17, 2012

When Dr. Allen Lim left the lab to work with pro athletes, he found that many didn’t understand nutrition.

Living the Life of a USA Triathlon Collegiate Recruit

Justin Roeder July 11, 2012

Collegiate recruit Justin Roeder often is asked what he does as an aspiring triathlete. He shares what it is like to pursue a career that doesn't quite fit the norm that society expects.

5 Best Carbs for Athletes

Erin Connelly July 10, 2012

Carbohydrates yield the quickest energy production in the body.

Strengthen Your Swim with Targeted Strength Training

Morgan Johnson July 03, 2012

Next to refining your technique, swim-specific strength training is the best way for amateurs to take their swim to the next level, allowing age-groupers to advance far more quickly than they would have time to if they were only trying to put in more laps at the pool. Tools like the Vasa Swim Ergometer and Halo Swim System are great for more targeted training, but an athlete can also get in a great swim workout with just a few simple tools. At the Playtri Performance Center in Dallas, Texas (a USA Triathlon Performance Center), head coach and former Olympic swimmer Ahmed Zaher has spent countless hours with athletes and the rest of the Playtri coaches developing strength training that really works for improving athletes’ swim times.

Chef-Created Breakfast Recipes

Chef Jeremy July 03, 2012

Everyone is always looking for recipes, especially those that are healthy.

Reliving the Team Experience

Jason Pedersen July 03, 2012

When I was looking for a school to run for in college, there were many different factors involved. Coaching staff, running locations, weather, academics, etc., were all considered. At the top of the list, however, and what ultimately helped me decide to run for Northern Arizona University, was the team. I had run for a great high school program, and my best friends were all on my cross country team. I wanted to have a similar experience in college, and I was lucky to find that at NAU. My best memory as a runner is standing on the podium with my teammates at the 2009 NCAA Cross Country Championships, lifting a fourth place team trophy over our heads.