Triathlete

With a historic field assembled on the sport’s fastest course, all-time records are under threat at triathlon’s most storied independent iron-distance race. TriRating analyst Thorsten Radde makes his prediction for how this monumental clash might play out. Read the full article at 2026 Challenge Roth Preview: Speed, Stars, and the Ultimate Clash for World Records on Triathlete.

This high-value tri bike brings fully electronic shifting to the masses Read the full article at First Look: A2 SP Rival AXS on Triathlete.

From deliberate course sabotage and stalled fatality investigations to the heat-driven disruption of European racing, June’s headlines highlight the evolving (and increasingly complex) landscape of triathlon. Read the full article at Sabotage, Safety, Heat, and Content Creators: Tim Heming’s Tri Takeaways for June 2026 on Triathlete.

Social media is flooded with expensive gadgets and questionable advice claiming to "fix" your connective tissue. We spoke to physical therapy experts to separate the science-backed recovery strategies from the expensive snake oil. Read the full article at The Athlete’s Guide to Fascia: Separating Fact from Fitness Fiction on Triathlete.

Age-grouper McKenzie Wells trains for Ironman 70.3s while traveling 200 days of the year as a PGA scoring official. Read the full article at From TSA Lines to Finish Lines: How This World-Traveling 70.3 Age-Grouper Trains on the Road on Triathlete.

With the bike cut to 125K and the marathon reduced to a half, Ironman Frankfurt became a different kind of test - and Casper Stornes proved best suited to the heat, the tactics, and the altered race dynamics. Read the full article at Casper Stornes Wins Shortened Ironman Frankfurt as Norwegians Go One-Two on Triathlete.

Our editors share the gear that they've been reaching for throughout June, including tech-free tool for better sleep and a bike helmet that is so breathable, it makes biking in a Phoenix summer possible. Read the full article at Triathlon Gear Our Editors Used and Loved in June 2026 on Triathlete.

One athlete’s frustration turned into a movement that forced Ironman rethink its approach to inclusivity. David Whelan's story reminds us that a single voice can echo louder than a corporation - and that community can shift the culture of our sport. Read the full article at How One Athlete Changed Ironman’s Vocabulary on Triathlete.

From hormonal impacts to sweat gland function, standard heat acclimation plans often fall short for women. Here is how to tailor your training for better performance and safety. Read the full article at Why Women Need a Different Strategy for Heat Training on Triathlete.

While endurance sports praise relentless drive, that same mindset can mask a deeper struggle. Three experts discuss the warning signs of exercise addiction and how to refine your relationship with training. Read the full article at Exercise Addiction in Triathlon: When Discipline Turns Into Unhealthy Obsession on Triathlete.

Find out the most likely winners at Ironman Frankfurt 2026, and who might shake things up as a dark horse in some very exciting race dynamics. Read the full article at 2026 Ironman Frankfurt European Championship Pro Preview on Triathlete.

Ironman has retired the “Physically Challenged” label after nearly three decades. For the athletes who pushed for the change, it's the first step toward something bigger. Read the full article at Para Means Parallel: Why Ironman’s New Division Name Matters on Triathlete.

From the spectacular fjords of Norway to the high mountains of Nepal and the intense heat of the Samoa Islands, these seven triathlons are the ultimate test of man vs. wild. Read the full article at 7 Wild Triathlons Where Nature is the Fourth Discipline on Triathlete.

Amazon’s annual Prime Day sale has arrived, and we sifted through the deals to find our favorite bargains on triathlon gear. Read the full article at 11 Deals On Triathlon Gear From Amazon’s Massive 2026 Prime Day Sale on Triathlete.

The endurance industry is finally acknowledging that one size does not fit all. Here’s how to build a fueling and recovery plan that honors your body, supports your training, and prioritizes your performance. Read the full article at Fueling for Performance: A Comprehensive Guide for Plus-Sized Endurance Athletes on Triathlete.

That sprint down the finish chute feels heroic. But if you had that much left in the tank, did you leave time out on the course? A triathlon coach explains the difference between a planned negative split and a pacing mistake in disguise. Read the full article at Is Your Finishing Kick a Sign of Smart Negative Splitting or Failed Pacing? on Triathlete.

Marten Van Riel made it six out of six in 70.3 racing, while Kat Matthews kept her Pro Series hopes alive after chasing down seven women ahead of her with a blistering run. Read the full article at Ironman 70.3 Elsinore: Marten Van Riel Remains Undefeated as Kat Matthews Chases Down the Field on the Run on Triathlete.

Orthosomnia, an unhealthy fixation on getting "perfect" sleep, is on the rise, but you can take these steps to reclaim your rest. Read the full article at Obsessed With Recovery? Orthosomnia May Be Quietly Sabotaging Your Next PR on Triathlete.

Tennessee will once again welcome the world’s top triathletes for the 2027 Ironman 70.3 World Championship, marking a return to the site of the event’s historic first two-day race format. Read the full article at Chattanooga Selected to Host 2027 Ironman 70.3 World Championship on Triathlete.

How Derek Snakenberg’s job working on high-voltage electric power lines has made him an even better triathlete Read the full article at From Power Lines to Finish Lines, This Age-Grouper Fits in Training Around His Demanding Job on Triathlete.