Triathlon

Challenge Roth sits high up on the list of races long-distance triathletes talk about for years before they finally stand on the start line. The roads are lined six and seven deep in places, the Solarer Berg climb turns into a tunnel of noise and the finish stadium in Roth stays full long after dark. Even riders who have raced Kona, Nice or Hamburg still talk about Roth in a different tone.

Strength training for triathletes is functional resistance training that improves force production, posture, joint stability and fatigue resistance across the swim, bike and run without aiming to add unnecessary muscle mass. The goal isn’t to get bigger. It’s to become stronger, more durable and more efficient across all three disciplines.

If you're doing your first triathlon or trying to shave minutes off your next IRONMAN, your wetsuit choice can make a big difference in your swim. With so many options available - each claiming to be fast, warm, flexible, and buoyant - choosing the right one is no easy task.

Thinking about your first triathlon? Learn what to expect, how to train and how to choose the right race with simple, practical advice to help you get started with confidence.

A tri suit is a one-piece outfit designed for swimming, cycling, and running without changing. It makes your life a whole lot easier on race day, simplifying things so that your transitions remain streamlined. In essence, your race will be less complicated without needing to make unnecessary decisions.

For most beginners, what to wear for a triathlon is simple: a tri suit is the easiest all-in-one option because it works for the swim, bike and run without needing a full clothing change.

You’ve probably heard someone say they’re training for an IRONMAN and felt that small pause. Is that just a very long triathlon, or something different altogether? The terms are often used as if they mean the same thing, and that’s where the confusion starts.

A triathlon smartwatch is no longer a simple timer strapped to your wrist. Today’s best triathlon smartwatches are a great option for athletes looking for reliable and feature-rich devices.

Almost all swimmers rely on goggles to see while in the water, and the importance of clear vision, especially in an open water swimming race, should not be underestimated.