USA Triathlon

What To Do When Your Workout Doesn't Work Out

Marni Sumbal Sept. 03, 2013

One of the best parts about sharing an active lifestyle with someone else is seeing each other grow in a sport (or with fitness). We all have great workouts now and then, but they are not always shared with others.

Carb Up Your Gluten-Free Training Diet

Monique Ryan Sept. 03, 2013

Being a Successful Open Water Swimmer

Kevin Danahy Aug. 27, 2013

As a coach I do my best to figure out the best means of training for each individual athlete. The basic training principles don’t change much, but how a coach implements an athlete’s day-to-day routine and training plan is always unique to that individual athlete. When it comes to open water swimming many athletes will find that they have mental as well as physical challenges to overcome. As a coach my job is to take each athlete through the process of overcoming these challenges and get more comfortable in an open water setting.

How to Cook: The Basics

Katie Davis Aug. 27, 2013

Take it Off-Road: Why You Should Try Off-Road Triathlon

USA Triathlon Aug. 27, 2013

USA Triathlon is hosting its 2013 Off-Road National Championships at the C Me Dirty Off-Road Triathlon in Grand Prairie, Texas, on Sept. 15. The 600-meter swim, 14-mile mountain bike and 5-kilometer trail run will be held in the Joe Pool Lake at Loyd Park, and offers a great opportunity for age-groupers to compete for national titles on a stunning trail system not far from Dallas.

Get Grilling During the Triathlon Season

Monique Ryan Aug. 20, 2013

Grilling season is here and this could be the time to expand your grilling repertoire. To cook healthy on the grill, all you need are a few good rubs, marinades, grilling tips and tricks, and some starter recipes.

Race Day: The Victory Lap of Training

Aug. 16, 2013

Jamila Allen found out two months ago that she had qualified for the Olympic-distance race at USA Triathlon Age Group Nationals, and she knew she had to race there. Find out about her race experience now.

Racing the Best of the Best

Aug. 15, 2013

Anthony Bagnetto made the trip from New York to Milwaukee, Wis., for his first go at a USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships. He faced off against some of the best of the best in the sport and hopes to return in 2014.

The Power of One Mind: Mental Rehearsal

Tim Barrett Aug. 13, 2013

Take your performance to the next level by training “from the neck up.” Successful athletes have learned to imagine specific aspects of their performance in great detail before they perform, leading to better performance in training and competition. Practice these six strategies of mental rehearsal to maximize your potential.

So, Do Slow People Ever Race?

Steve Jonas Aug. 13, 2013