The Good, Bad and Ugly of Your Brick Workout

Every triathlete has a love-hate relationship with their brick workout. But think again when adding that second and third one. Burnout, injury and ...

By Marisa Carter

Periodization: The 4 Phases of Training

Have you ever heard that you need to "periodize" your triathlon training? Here, Active Expert Gale Bernhardt explains what that actually means.

By Gale Bernhardt

How CrossFit Can Benefit Triathletes

When done correctly, CrossFit can help athletes get over a frustrating plateau of persistent injury and stale performance, and onto an upward athle...

By Nathan Helming

Beginners: How Many Races Should You Do?

You've challenged yourself to one triathlon; why not capitalize on your fitness and add more? Find out how many you should choose and how to space ...

By Gale Bernhardt

Treadmill Training With Dave Scott

Practice leg turnover and build muscular endurance with this treadmill workout from Ironman Champion Dave Scott.

By Dave Scott

So You Wanna Be a Triathlete?

It might not be what you expect but it's more than you could ever imagine. Find out how your life will change when you become a triathlete.

By Nick Clark

Are Brick Runs Overrated?

A lot of emphasis has been put on brick workouts over the last few years, but they might actually be holding you back. Find out why.

By Rich Strauss

Does Competition Boost Performance?

Mark Allen recorded the fastest ever marathon in Ironman history at the 1989 world championship event. Find out how his competition with Dave Scott...

By Matt Fitzgerald