Triathlon Swim Training: Pro Tips from Olympian Aaron Royle to Prepare You for Race Day Triathlon Swim Training: Pro Tips from Olympian Aaron Royle to Prepare You for Race Day

Triathlon Swim Training: Pro Tips from Olympian Aaron Royle to Prepare You for Race Day

December 20, 2023
Getting your race day prep routine dialed in is a crucial part of a successful triathlon. In this article, you’ll learn about how the pros get prep...
From Trails to Triathlons: Pro Ultramarathoner Lucy Bartholomew takes on Kona From Trails to Triathlons: Pro Ultramarathoner Lucy Bartholomew takes on Kona

From Trails to Triathlons: Pro Ultramarathoner Lucy Bartholomew takes on Kona

October 11, 2023
Lucy Bartholomew is a force of nature.  Off the back of a 10th place finish at the grueling 170km Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) –often regarde...
Road to Kona: Catching up with 3x Kona Finisher – Ophelie Saussus Road to Kona: Catching up with 3x Kona Finisher – Ophelie Saussus

Road to Kona: Catching up with 3x Kona Finisher – Ophelie Saussus

October 03, 2023
Take a look through Ophelie Saussus’ Instagram account and you’ll quickly realize that swimming, biking, and running are a huge part of her life, a...
Train like a pro. Swim tips from Aaron Royle. Train like a pro. Swim tips from Aaron Royle.

Train like a pro. Swim tips from Aaron Royle.

September 06, 2023
Growing up on the shores of Australia –where over 85 percent of residents live within 50 kilometers of the coastline– a love of open water was ingr...
Race Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Pick the Best Triathlon for You Race Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Pick the Best Triathlon for You

Race Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Pick the Best Triathlon for You

August 09, 2023
Over the past few decades, triathlon has become incredibly popular, with tens of thousands of new participants taking part in races each year. And,...
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Triathlon Training The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Triathlon Training

The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Triathlon Training

August 09, 2023
Your triathlon training can be fun, rewarding, and impactful, setting you up for an amazing race day. It’s just a matter of having a clear understa...
Mind Over Matter: How Triathlete Adam Goulet Overcame Open Water Swim Anxiety Mind Over Matter: How Triathlete Adam Goulet Overcame Open Water Swim Anxiety

Mind Over Matter: How Triathlete Adam Goulet Overcame Open Water Swim Anxiety

July 17, 2023
Adam Goulet had been racing in triathlons for years without any hint of open water swimming anxiety. But that all changed during one single race. I...
Chasing Sub-7: Lars Bottelier Talks Open Water Swim Pacing for Kristian Blummenfelt's Ironman Record Chasing Sub-7: Lars Bottelier Talks Open Water Swim Pacing for Kristian Blummenfelt's Ironman Record

Chasing Sub-7: Lars Bottelier Talks Open Water Swim Pacing for Kristian Blummenfelt's Ironman Record

June 28, 2023
Check out our interview with professional open water swimmer Lars Bottelier as he talks about his experience pacing Kristian Blummenfelt in the swi...
Man and woman wearing wetsuits and medals standing on a bridge Man and woman wearing wetsuits and medals standing on a bridge

Defying Adversity: How triathlon became the ultimate calling for two determined athletes.

June 26, 2023
USAT’s National Triathlon Week celebrates the sport of triathlon and all of the incredible folks involved in the sport – from race officials to sup...
Man putting on swim cap in a triathlon by open water Man putting on swim cap in a triathlon by open water

Perfecting Your Swim Speed: How to Pace Your First Sprint Triathlon

June 16, 2023
When you’re training for your first triathlon, following a swim pacing strategy is essential. In this article, we’ll share tips for how to set your...
Main swimming front crawl in pool lane Main swimming front crawl in pool lane

Triathlon Pacing Simplified: How to Convert Pool Training Times to Open Water Swimming

June 08, 2023
When you’re training for a triathlon, tracking your metrics is essential for getting race-ready. These numbers let you monitor your progression, st...
Finding the Sweet Spot: How to tailor your swim training for better race day performance Finding the Sweet Spot: How to tailor your swim training for better race day performance

Finding the Sweet Spot: How to tailor your swim training for better race day performance

April 19, 2023
You've probably heard of Stroke Rate, Stroke Length and Distance Per Stroke, but why are these important if you want to become a better swimmer? At...