National Triathlon Week is here! All week we're celebrating the amazing sport of swim, bike and run. Today, we dive into the history of the sport. Do you know when and where the sport originated? When did triathlon make its Olympic debut? Stay engaged with us all week by sharing your unique triathlon story and comment, share and like #TriWeek posts for the chance to win special prizes from USA Triathlon partners! #TriWeek
From Alaska to New York to Hawaii to California and everywhere in between, there's a local race near you! USA Triathlon grassroots races are the soul of the sport. USA Triathlon Certified Coaches help you chase your goals. USA Triathlon Clubs make training way more fun. And together, multisport athletes across the U.S. make up a vibrant, supportive and growing. Today, we celebrate local racing, local clubs, USA Triathlon Certified Coaches and the special multisport community across the country!
Dive into the water and celebrate the power of swimming, focusing on technique, training drills, and water safety to help triathletes enhance their performance in the open water.
When it comes to choosing a wetsuit for triathlon, one of the key decisions you'll need to make is whether to go for a full-sleeved or sleeveless option. Each type of wetsuit has its pros and cons, and understanding the differences between them can hel...
Open water swimming and the emotions swirling around it get plenty of attention these days. Many triathletes describe the “panic attacks” as feelings they experience in open water and not in their pool swims. Maybe their attacks are not panic at all. M...
No matter if you’re a first-timer or a seasoned triathlete, there’s just no substitution for open water training..
Pedal into excitement on Bike Day, exploring the world of cycling within triathlon. From gear recommendations to expert tips, this day is dedicated to all things biking, including training strategies, bike maintenance, and the joy of exploring new routes - on and off the pavement.
Age-group triathletes like nothing more than a long bike ride with friends, but as a coach, I’ve always found it interesting that they tend to struggle more with bike handling skills than the rest of the cycling demographics. Many struggle to grab a wa...
Regardless of your climate circumstances and the race for which you’re aiming, spending some time in the saddle on the trainer will boost fitness and keep you focused. “The trainer is not only a great substitute for riding outdoors, there are many time...
In triathlon, the largest amount of most athlete’s time and energy is expended on the bike. Training with an emphasis on efficiency and skill can pay off with massive time savings over the course of the race. Saving energy during the cycling leg will a...
Lace up your running shoes and hit the road on Run Day, embracing the sport's fundamental discipline. Discover strategies for efficient running, injury prevention, and motivation as we celebrate the resilience and endurance of triathletes.
One of the most interesting elements of a triathlon is the run. It is the final leg of the race, and because of that, it's always going to be when an athlete is the most tired. You don’t get to run on fresh legs like you do in a 5k or 10k running race....
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Say Goodbye to Blisters and Hello to Happy Feet! Stop letting blisters slow you down! Nothing can stop you in your tracks quite like a blister on your foot. What starts as a mild irritation on your heel, toe or the ball of your foot can quickly turn in...
Together, let's help grow the sport! Did you know one of the USA Triathlon Foundation's core pillars is to support the growth of the sport at the youth level? Every child should have the opportunity to be active and experience the joys of swim-bike-run. Funding toward this pillar helps develop and cultivate youth-centric coaches, clubs and events around the United States to enable kids to practice and train in camps, and participate and race with each other.
USA Triathlon supports youth races and clubs across the country that give youth athletes the opportunity to get involved in the sport of triathlon.
July 13-14 West Des Moines, Iowa
**This link is for the youth age-group race where qualification is not required. Draft-legal race registration is not open yet and will be open closer to the event date. Please look back for more information on registration for the draft-legal race.
With several programs for Youth, Junior and U23 athletes, USA Triathlon is here to support the development of young athletes as they dream, plan and reach their goals.
Ignite the Spark, presented by Ka'Chava, celebrates our multisport community's resilience, determination and dedication. From our Olympic and Paralympic athletes to age group athletes, race directors, coaches, clubs, donors, and corporate partners, we all play a role in Igniting the Spark within our communities. The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are just the ignition to reinvigorate and fan the flames of multisport in the United States.
How do you Ignite the Spark in Your Community?
From elites to age group athletes, triathletes across the country show their passion for the sport by training for their goals, racing local and supporting triathlon clubs. We all have a unique bond to triathlon - share your triathlon journey and tell us how you Ignite the Spark in your community!
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