Beginner Triathlete - Race Day! articles

How to properly and effectively lay out your triathlon transition area.

Not one menu is a perfect fit for all athletes, but there are some general rules that everyone can use as a guide during the final 24 hours leading into your race.

Don't know how to setup your triathlon transition area? We cover everything from wetsuit tips, bike check, nutrition, shoes, equipment placement to actual race day execution.

Downloadable race-day checklist for your triathlon preparation. Everything you need to bring from your bike to drinks.

This video will show the basics of triathlon transitions including setup and how to use the space efficiently as possible to minimize wasted time.

Every year thousands of triathletes spend excessive amounts of time and money on training, only to show up to the biggest race of the season with little to no plan.

If you are going to do a triathlon, you need to know at least some of the basic rules that can keep you from getting hurt or hurting someone else.

Learn essential triathlon transition techniques for various ability levels. Includes wetsuit removal and several bike mounting techniques.

Thoughts on carbohydrate loading leading up to triathlon race day.

Criteria for a triathlon you would recommend to others

Learn how to top off your muscles with energy during your race weekend taper! Carbo-load correctly and alleviate the possibility of GI distress by choosing the correct foods and when to eat them.

Learn the important aspects of a successful pre-race nutrition plan including carbo-loading and eating the morning of the race.

Often it makes sense to race slower in order to finish faster and at the same time have a more enjoyable Ironman Triathlon experience.

More options for short course, adventure sports

"Setting up for a good run" can mean letting go of expectations on the bike.