4 Most popular triathlon stories of 2020
In a year that has been about as far from the norm as you could ever imagine, it comes as no surprise that the most popular stories on our site haven’t been the kind of stories that typically peak our...
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Nikic granted Kona spot
Chris Nikic has been a bright spot in the triathlon world during a year where there hasn’t been a lot to celebrate. This weekend the 21-year-old who became the first athlete with Down syndrome to...
View ArticleThree lessons a triathlete learned on his return to swimming during the...
First off, I make no pretenses at being an accomplished swimmer. I was the eight-year-old who failed Red Cross pre-beginner. Over the next two decades, my swim progress was glacial. In my first...
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The tempo run: training your anaerobic threshold
Tempo runs: you’ve probably heard of them, and you may even have done them, without necessarily understanding their purpose in your training. There is a lot of confusion surrounding tempo runs, and...
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Don’t call it a comeback. Paula Findlay is back at the top
Those heady days when she was the up and coming phenom that seemed destined for Olympic greatness are almost a decade behind us, but for Paula Findlay it’s hasn’t seemed that long. We’re chatting...
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Does the Peloton Bike work for triathletes?
With the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down our opportunities to hit our local gyms for spin workouts, many triathletes have been trying to figure out how to maintain their fitness and motivation through...
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No pool? 5 dryland and other training tips to maintain your swim fitness
As much of Canada deals with a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and endures another series of lockdowns, pools have been closed across much of the country. So how can you maintain your swim fitness...
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“I had to lose racing to truly appreciate what I had.” Ironman champ Cody...
One of Canada’s shining stars in long-course Triathlon is Cody Beals, from Guelph, Ont.. Beals was Triathlon Magazine Canada’s athlete of the year in 2019 and was poised to have another strong season...
View ArticleFit yourself on your bike
While a professional bike fit is the optimal way to ensure you’ll get the best fit on your bike, for many that might not be an option due to the pandemic, or for a myriad of other reasons. So, if you...
View ArticleIronman gets win in COVID-19 refund lawsuit
According to a report posted on Law360 yesterday, a judge has tossed out a proposed class action lawsuit against Ironman over it’s “no refunds” policy. US District Judge Tom Barber found that the two...
View Article5 Reasons triathlon is better than cycling
Yes, we know that there are more than a few cyclists who are going to guffaw at the title of this story – but remember, it is not titled “5 reasons triathletes are better bike handlers than cyclists.”...
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From A to Z – 26 simple facts about sports nutrition
Believe it or not, eating a good sports diet can be simple. Yet too many triathletes and runners have created a complex and confusing eating program with good and bad foods, lots of rules, and plenty...
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Mon Top 5 des plus grosses (ou plus surprenantes) performances de 2020!
L’année 2020 est maintenant (et finalement!) derrière nous! On souhaite tous que l’année 2021 sera meilleure et que ce sera le retour des compétitions de triathlons! Malgré la pandémie et l’annulation...
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7 reasons to listen to music while you run
For some, running without music is a way to leave the tech at home and completely immerse themselves in their surroundings. Others love to pop their earbuds in and cruise along to their favourite...
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5 ways to virtually recreate a group ride
With the double whammy of the COVID-19 pandemic and winter hitting us at the same time, there’s never been a better time to come up with some unique ways to enjoy some social workouts. So how can you...
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Which Ironman races in North America are full in 2021?
Update as of Jan. 12, 2021 We reported last year that full-distance Ironman events in Canada and the US had all filled for 2021. That was no-doubt in part due to Ironman’s race deferral policy, which...
View ArticleIronman adds one-time full-distance race in Indiana
With all the full-distance events in the US and Canada full in 2021, Ironman has added an event to its schedule in Muncie, Indiana. The event will run in conjunction with Ironman 70.3 Muncie on October...
View ArticleBelieve it or not, you might be a sedentary triathlete!
Some big news in the field of exercise science was released in late 2020. The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology released their 24-hour movement guidelines for adults aged 18 to 64. These...
View ArticleAsics research project shows sport improves ability to cope with stress and...
Triathletes are all-too-aware of the emotional and physical benefits of sport – now an initial feasibility study by Asics for a “research project into the positive impact of sport on mental wellbeing”...
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How a pro triathlete managed a five-figure salary in a pandemic
Always one of the most open and transparent pros in the sport, Cody Beals has routinely posted a yearly blog outlining his yearly budget. He recently posted the 2020 edition, which highlighted just how...
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