Beginner
Triathlon Transitions Explained: How to Master T1 and T2
T1 and T2 connect the swim, bike and run while the race clock continues. Learn how to organise your equipment,...
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Triathlon
Beginner
Training, gear and race guidance for sprint, Olympic, 70.3 and full-distance triathlon.
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Beginner
How to Run After Cycling: Complete Guide to Triathlon Running
Running after cycling is one of the most distinctive challenges in triathlon. Even experienced runners can feel heavy, stiff and...
Beginner
40-Week Ironman Training Plan for Beginners (2026)
Follow a free 40-week Ironman training plan for beginners with week-by-week swim, bike and run targets, recovery weeks, bricks, fueling...
Beginner
How to Train for an Ironman: Complete Training Guide
An evidence-led guide to Ironman training: weekly hours, swim-bike-run structure, key long sessions, strength, fueling, taper and race-specific preparation.
Beginner
First Triathlon Guide: Training, Gear, Transitions & Race Day
A complete first-triathlon guide to choosing a distance, training swim-bike-run, practising open water and transitions, selecting essential gear and executing...
Beginner
Average Ironman Time by Age, Gender & Splits (2026)
The average Ironman time is about 12:48. Compare 2026 benchmarks by age and gender, average swim, bike and run splits,...
Beginner
What Is a Good Triathlon Time? Sprint, Olympic, 70.3 & Ironman
Compare triathlon time benchmarks for sprint, Olympic, IRONMAN 70.3 and full IRONMAN, with transparent data sources, course context and guidance...
Beginner
Half Ironman Distance: Swim, Bike and Run Explained
An IRONMAN 70.3 is 1.9 km swimming, 90 km cycling and 21.1 km running: 113 km / 70.3 miles in...
Beginner
Triathlon Distances Explained: Sprint, Olympic, 70.3 & Full
Compare triathlon distances in km and miles, from Super Sprint and Sprint to Olympic, T100, IRONMAN 70.3 and full distance....