Training
How to Train for Your First Triathlon: A Complete 12-Week Guide
A practical, no-nonsense 12-week training guide for your first triathlon. From couch to finish line with swim, bike, and run plans that actually work.
March 15, 2026 · 10 min read Interactive Calculator
Training
How Many Hours Per Week Do You Need to Train for a Triathlon?
Realistic weekly training hours for every triathlon distance. Based on real experience, not fantasy schedules designed by people with unlimited free time.
March 14, 2026 · 8 min read Calculator
Getting Started
Triathlon Distances Explained: From Sprint to Ironman
Every triathlon distance explained in plain English. Sprint, Olympic, Half Ironman, and full Ironman with finish times, training needs, and how to choose.
March 13, 2026 · 9 min read
Getting Started
Which Triathlon Distance Is Right for You? (Interactive Quiz)
Take our 2-minute quiz to find the perfect triathlon distance for your fitness level, schedule, and goals.
March 12, 2026 · Interactive Quiz Quiz
Race Day
The Ultimate Triathlon Race Day Packing Checklist
An interactive packing checklist for triathlon race day. Check off items as you pack -- your progress saves automatically.
March 11, 2026 · 7 min read Interactive Checklist
Race Day
15 Things First-Time Triathletes Forget on Race Day
The most commonly forgotten items and overlooked details on triathlon race day, based on real mistakes from real triathletes.
March 10, 2026 · 8 min read
Race Day
Triathlon Transitions Explained: How to Nail T1 and T2
A complete guide to triathlon transitions. Learn how T1 and T2 work, how to set up your transition area, and save minutes on race day.
March 9, 2026 · 9 min read
Race Day
How to Set Up Your Transition Area Like a Pro
Step-by-step guide to setting up your triathlon transition area with layout diagrams, gear placement tips, and common mistakes to avoid.
March 8, 2026 · 7 min read
Nutrition
What to Eat Before, During, and After a Triathlon
A practical nutrition guide covering pre-race meals, on-course fueling, hydration, and recovery. No sports science degree required.
March 7, 2026 · 10 min read Fuel Calculator
Nutrition
Triathlon Race Day Nutrition: A Fueling Timeline
An hour-by-hour nutrition timeline for triathlon race day. When to eat, what to eat, and how much -- from the night before through recovery.
March 6, 2026 · 8 min read
Getting Started
How Much Does a Triathlon Actually Cost? A Realistic Budget Breakdown
A detailed cost breakdown for your first triathlon. Gear, race fees, training costs, and tips for every budget level.
March 5, 2026 · 9 min read Cost Calculator
Getting Started
How to Do Your First Triathlon for Under $500
A practical guide to completing your first triathlon without breaking the bank. Budget gear recommendations and money-saving strategies.
March 4, 2026 · 7 min read
Swimming
How to Conquer Open Water Swimming Anxiety for Triathlon
Practical strategies for overcoming open water swimming fear. From panic management to confidence building, from a triathlete who's been there.
March 3, 2026 · 10 min read Breathing Exercise
Swimming
Pool to Open Water: A Triathlete's Swimming Transition Guide
Everything changes when you leave the pool. Sighting, drafting, wetsuit skills, and rough-water breathing for triathlon swimmers.
March 2, 2026 · 9 min read
Gear
What Kind of Bike Do You Need for a Triathlon?
Road bike, tri bike, mountain bike, or hybrid? Here's what you actually need for your first triathlon and what you can upgrade to later.
March 1, 2026 · 9 min read
Gear
Road Bike vs. Tri Bike: Which One Should You Buy?
An honest comparison of road bikes and triathlon bikes. When to buy each, real speed differences, and whether it's worth the upgrade.
February 28, 2026 · 8 min read
Training Plans
Sprint Triathlon Training Plan: 8 Weeks to Race Day
A complete, expandable 8-week sprint triathlon training plan for beginners. Day-by-day workouts with swim, bike, and run sessions.
February 27, 2026 · 11 min read Full Plan
Training
How to Balance Swim, Bike, and Run Training Without Burning Out
Practical strategies for juggling three sports at once. Structure your training week, manage fatigue, and avoid overtraining.
February 26, 2026 · 9 min read
Getting Started
12 Mistakes Every Beginner Triathlete Makes (And How to Avoid Them)
The most common beginner triathlon mistakes in training, gear, nutrition, and race day. Learn from others' errors so you don't repeat them.
February 25, 2026 · 10 min read
Getting Started
What I Wish I Knew Before My First Triathlon
Honest, personal lessons from five triathlons. Everything nobody tells you about your first race -- from training to race day to post-race feelings.
February 24, 2026 · 9 min read