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How Jillian Carlson Used TriDot to Qualify for the Ironman World Championships

TriDot Ambassador, Jillian Carlson, uses TriDot training plans to avoid injuries and qualify for the Ironman World Championships

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A 12-Week Triathlon Training Plan For Beginners

Ever have the itch to undertake a triathlon? This plan will help you cross the finish line successfully.

By Jason Schneider

Breakfast With Bob From the IRONMAN World Championship: Jan Frodeno

Jan Frodeno won back-to-back IRONMAN World Championship titles, and the 2008 Olympic gold medalist was looking to create a bit of a dynasty here on...

By Bob Babbitt

6 Things to Consider Before Buying a Beginner Triathlon Bike

Even the most basic modern triathlon bike can give you an edge over your competitors—and give you a platform you can grow with as you progress as a...

By Michael Nystrom

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2013 IRONMAN World Champion Frederik Van Lierde Talks Kona 2015

With the 2015 IRONMAN World Championship approaching, we talked triathlon with the champion himself.

By Michael Nystrom

Squint Less, Tri Harder: Sunglasses and Triathlon Performance

Underappreciated and often overlooked, the right pair of sunglasses does make a difference on race day.

By Michael Nystrom

A Guy, a Girl & a Jawbreaker: Oakley Jawbreaker w/ Prizm Road Review

Worn by Mark Cavendish and Peter Sagan, the Oakley Jawbreaker is a sunglass designed by cyclists for cyclists.

By Michael Nystrom

Road To IRONMAN Texas: Signing Up

Call me delusional, but here goes round two. See you this May, IRONMAN Texas.

By Michael Nystrom

2015 IRONMAN World Championship Pro Start List Announced

Another stacked professional field will compete in Kona this October. Did your favorite make the cut?

By Michael Nystrom

How to Train for a Triathlon (From Scratch)

It's true: Anyone can train for a triathlon, even if your current fitness level is zero. Here, Active Expert Gale Bernhardt explains how to get sta...

By Gale Bernhardt

How to Train for a Triathlon (From Scratch)

It's true: Anyone can train for a triathlon, even if your current fitness level is zero. Here, Active Expert Gale Bernhardt explains how to get sta...

By Gale Bernhardt

How to Train for a Triathlon (From Scratch)

It's true: Anyone can train for a triathlon, even if your current fitness level is zero. Here, Active Expert Gale Bernhardt explains how to get sta...

By Gale Bernhardt

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