The Electrolytes ACTIVE Uses to Stay Hydrated in 2026
Discover the top five electrolyte supplements the ACTIVE team uses in 2026. Learn why replenishment matters and find the right hydration mix for you.
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...
A Beginner's Guide to the Special Needs Bag
What kind of bagger are you? Learn from these common types to execute your best race-day strategy.
Wetsuit Basics for New Triathletes: What You Need to Know
Looking for a triathlon wetsuit? Not sure where to start? Here are a few beginner tips to help you get suited up and ready to race.
The Allure of Swimming in the Open Water
Feeling the constraint of swimming in the pool everyday? Free up your routine and dare to experience the open water.
The Debate: High Mileage Versus High Intensity
Ask any group of experts and you'll get divided opinions. Is it high mileage, or high intensity, that's the key to maximizing your time spent train...
How to Be Stress Free in the Open Water
Fear of the open water can cause a lot of pre-race anxiety. Use these tips to de-stress the swim and improve your performance.
8-Week Swim Program for Triathletes
One discipline that's often overlooked by triathletes is the swim. Try this eight-week program that can decrease your overall time and provide more...
How to Build Your Pain Threshold With Strategic Training
Recent research suggests that triathletes have a higher pain threshold than the Average Joe. Learn how to increase your pain tolerance so you can b...