Triathletes: Just Stop Using the Word "Just"
“It’s just a 70.3” (or the similar but equally annoying) “Just wait till you do an Ironman.” Check out 3 common ways we minimize by using the word "just."
Am I Doing Strength All Wrong? Q&A with Jay Dicharry
Am I doing strength all wrong? According to leading endurance sport physical therapist and running form expert, Jay Dicharry, I probably am.
The One Triathlon Tool You Can't Buy is...
It's like the search for the Holy Grail. Self-belief is this elusive thing that we know would be amazing to have, but we’re not sure how to go about finding it.
The One Thing You Need to Do an Ironman… Or Face Any Other Challenge in Life
When your body breaks and your mind takes over, you can let it ruin your race or you can let it give you that extra bit of gas you didn’t think you had.
13 Things Mentally Strong Triathletes Don't Do
Putting a triathlete twist on Amy Morin's popular book- 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do.
Tips For Triathlon Training While Traveling
Training for a triathlon while traveling can pose some challenges. But with a few tips and great resources you CAN stick with your training schedule.
"What if the Swim Gets Cancelled?" How to Resist the Trap of What-If Thinking
The problem with what-if thinking is that it stems from a place of anxiety about something we don’t have any control over.
Empowering Endurance: A Conversation with Emma Pallant-Browne on Resilience, Happiness, and Self-Confidence
I talk to Emma Pallant Browne about the struggles she faces as a pro triathlete, how to use happiness as fuel, her go-to race mantra, and where self-confidence really comes from.
Everything You Need to Know About 70.3 Chattanooga
Matt and I have competed at Chattanooga for the past three years (2021, 2022, and 2023.) It was our first ever 70.3, so this race holds a special place in our hearts.
Eco-Friendly Performance Eyewear? Review of Rudy Project Kelion
You've probably seen transition lenses before, but I bet you’ve never seen an eco-friendly, bio-plastic frame made from castor oil grown in India...
5 Phrases to Remove From Your Triathlon Vocabulary
These pop up on social media daily, and it’s time to take them down. Some are ridiculous, some can be dangerous, and some are just downright stupid.
Firefly Recovery Device: a Triathlete Must-Have
We use the traditional recovery methods: compression boots, epsom salt bath, ect. But we have a secret weapon that really decreases our recovery time dramatically…
2024 St. Anthony's Race Report
First race of the 2024 season! Last weekend, we headed south to St. Petersburg, Florida for St. Anthony’s Triathlon.
Your Complete Guide to Race Week: 10 Essential Steps
Race week is an exciting time, but it can be filled with a lot of stress and anxiety if you haven't prepared. Check out these 10 essential steps.
Review of FORM Goggles Swim Straight Open Water Feature
Swim Straight is the world first in-goggle compass. You can use it to sight a heading in open water and then follow the compass to swim in that direction.
Goodbye Back Pain! Chirp Wheel Review
The most interesting thing about the Chirp Wheel is that it has a padded channel that protects your spine. The wheel also fits perfectly in between your shoulder blades.
Building Resilience and Mental Toughness in Triathlon
People tend to think that being resilient or having mental strength is something you’re just born with. But these are skills you can train.
5 Causes of Open Water Swim Anxiety and How to Conquer Them
Open water swimming is a major source of anxiety for many triathletes. But there are a few specific things you can do to conquer your nerves.
How Does the IRONMAN "Zipper Rule" Pertain to Sports Bras? Head Referee, Jimmy R., Explains
Jimmy Riccitello, Head Referee for Ironman, is here to clarify the zipper rule so you know exactly what you CAN and CAN'T wear at your next race.
Better Than a Cup of Coffee? AYO Glasses Review
AYO glasses are a cool, Star-Trek-looking device that helps improve circadian health, so you sleep better and feel more awake throughout the day.