Beginner Triathlete - Beginners articles

A Walmart bike, a borrowed road bike or a new carbon fiber bike? You don't need to break the bank for your first triathlon bike.

A FAQ on using the site and a compilation of basic triathlon advice

A little bit of everything from training, your equipment list, laying out a transition area and other pre-race preparations.

A guide to beginning triathlon after 40

USAT and membership and racing.

History of the triathlon and distances.

As it gets warmer and the seasons are changing, so is your training plan. Here are a few tips whether you are gearing up for a race or just changing to more outdoor training.

I wanted to do something in my life before I hit the big 5-0. So, why not do a triathlon?!

Self-described "old, fat guy" finishes his first solo sprint triathlon

It fell apart, but I didn't give up

Keep in mind that the taper period is as important to your body as all of the long hours you’ve put in the pool, on the bike and on the road. It is meant to help you rest, recover and rejuvenate.

Barbell hip thrusts are an exercise triathletes can use for more power and reducing injury.

Planning and Spacing Out Your Races for a Successful "A" Race

Training tips, workouts plans, free mentors and more

Top 10 Tips for Athletes to Maintain a Diet on a Budget