Triathlon vs Ironman – UPDATED 2020 – Ultimate Guide
New people to the sport of triathlon often get confused with the difference or distance between a triathlon vs Ironman. Because Ironman has been marketed so well over the past years the brand Ironman has become a constant conversation within the fitness community worldwide. Many newcomers to...
Peeing During Ironman – Toilet Stops, Wetsuits & On The Bike
An ironman is a triathlon that consists of a 2.4 mile swim followed by a 112 mile bike and a 26.2 mile run, making a total of 140.6 miles. While it doesn't sound too difficult it needs to be done in a cut-off time of...
Easiest Ironman Course – UPDATED 2020
Starting with a 3.8k swim, 180k bike and 42.2k of running, Ironman is never going to be an easy experience, so what is the easiest Ironman course? Before we dig into the details, some courses are more suited to first-timers than others. Some courses follow a...
Best 70.3 Training Programs for Half Ironman Training
The 70.3 Half Ironman races have been growing in popularity over the past few years, mainly owing to the format of the race, and the fact that the concept of the Ironman Triathlon is often overwhelming for most beginners who are yet to come to...
12 Week Half Ironman Training Plan
The reason for the popularity of a Half Ironman is the format of the event. The 1.9km swim, 90km Bike, and the 21km run cater to the stronger runner and cyclist. With the mid-distance bike leg, this allows the weak swimmers to catch up for...
How to train through the coronavirus pandemic
With the onset of the coronavirus pandemic around the world and the effect on triathlon, Ironman, cycling and running events being canceled, it may seem overwhelming to some. From staying healthy to the crippling damage to the economy, there is currently a lot of stress...
Triathlon distance of all events
Since triathlon has grown from the days of non-drafting Olympic distance, there are now various triathlon distances available. Sprint distance races can vary in length, but most other triathlon distances are consistent. Events such as the half distance and full distance, are referred to as...
From couch to Ironman
Training for your first Ironman can be a daunting prospect, but if you are going from the couch to Ironman in less than two years, this could be the article for you. Otherwise, if you are looking for a 12-week Ironman training plan, this may...
First Triathlon for the Beginner
Preparing for your first triathlon can leave you with many unanswered questions. 1. How do I start? 2. What gear do I need? 3. What event should I enter? Below are some tips and tricks to help you reach race day with high confidence. Start with your First Triathlon Consisting of...
12 Month Ironman Training Plan
Does it only take a 12-month Ironman training plan to complete an Ironman? Ironman has become a global sport in 2019, and many beginner triathletes are moving straight to the Ironman distance. Many are looking at ways to endure the event in less than 1...