USA Triathlon

Draft-Legal Triathlon: A Sport of Its Own

Nicole Truxes March 16, 2012

Nicole Truxes is no stranger to triathlon but in early March she experienced her first draft-legal triathlon, and realized how different this style of racing can be.

My First World Ranking

Jason Pedersen March 14, 2012

Jason Pedersen earned his triathlon pro card last season, and 2012 marks his first full season as a professional triathlete. Read about Jason's first race of the season and what he's looking forward to improving on in the months to come.

Swim Training: Breathing for Beginners

Marty Gaal March 13, 2012

Breathing — it comes completely naturally to all of us. It is an activity that will function without interruption or conscious thought under the control of the autonomic nervous system. When necessary, we can assume conscious control in order to increase oxygen supply while under stress or in a fight/flight state of mind. In our world, triathlon equals a fight/flight state.

Whey Protein The Basics

Bob Seebohar March 13, 2012

Why whey? Aren’t all proteins equal?

Season Debut: Clermont Draft Legal Challenge

Justin Roeder March 07, 2012

The collegiate recruits made their season debuts in Clermont, and Justin Roeder talks about his first draft legal experience and finishing near the top of the pack.

Consistency, Physiological Flow and the Make-Up Workout

Christopher Thomas March 06, 2012

In today’s fast-paced world, most people are looking for immediate gratification. We want results and we want them fast, especially as multisport athletes. Our type-A personalities kick in and patience goes out the window. As a coach and athlete myself, I am always looking to maximize physiological capabilities. I believe that consistency, proper physiological flow to a training program, and avoiding the make-up workout are vital factors in achieving one’s multisport potential.

A Guide to Organic Foods

Julie DuBois March 06, 2012

There’s been a lot of debate over whether to eat organic foods over the past few years. 

Learning from Injuries

Natalie Kirchhoff Feb. 29, 2012

Triathletes are familiar with the possibility of injury from the volume of training they put in to the sport. New elite triathlete Natalie Kirchhoff is learning how to deal with the injuries she is encountering along the way.

The Footstrike Debate

Bobby McGee Feb. 28, 2012

Which is a better way for me to run, midfoot or heel striking? The answer is a definite and resounding, yes to either one.

Top Ten Tips for Staying Energized All Day

Monique Ryan Feb. 28, 2012

These ten tips will keep you energized all day, from the time you wake up until the time you head to bed.