When I first started triathlon back in 2007, I thought training meant hours and hours every day. I pictured myself doing Ironman-level sessions before I’d even signed up for a sprint race. But hey, that’s just simply a quick way to burn out…and not achieve anything! Over the years (with Read more
When I think about the best memories I’ve made in sport, it’s not the medals or the race results that stand out.It’s the people. The inside jokes during long runs. The sunrise swims where we shivered our way into the lake together. The moment of passing a water bottle mid-ride, Read more
Ladies, here’s a secret: triathlon isn’t just for the super-fit, the “sporty types,” or the ones with expensive bikes and gadgets. It’s for you. If the thought of swimming, biking, and running all in one go feels intimidating—don’t worry. Every triathlete started as a beginner, and most will tell you: Read more
So, you’ve signed up for your first triathlon, exciting, right? The buzz of the start line, the shiny bikes, the feeling of “what on earth have I got myself into?” If you’re nervous, you’re not alone. Every triathlete starts somewhere, and the truth is: the ones who look like pros Read more
Hydration & Energy Tips for Women Runners: What You Really Need to Know As women, our bodies are wonderfully unique — and that includes how we handle hydration and energy during training and running. If you’ve ever felt extra tired during a run, struggled with cramps, or hit a wall Read more
Learn to Swim like a Pro Triathlon at its best is challenging, requiring endurance and skill in three different disciplines: swimming, cycling, and running. If swimming is the most challenging for you, do not worry. Many find the swim leg the most difficult, especially those who do not come Read more
Enjoy swimming and maintain healthy hair. Swimming is such a great part of triathlon that provides numerous physical and mental health benefits. We love it because it is a low-impact activity that puts minimal stress on joints, making it a great complimentary exercise alongside running and cycling training. However, the Read more
When you look back, you’ll realise you’ve started up a healthy routine before you know it and you’re excited to attend training sessions to meet your new friends. It’s relationships and a feeling of community that will help you through a sustainable and enjoyable triathlon journey. You’ll be learning different Read more
The essential beginner triathlon kit list for women! Download our free Beginner Triathlon Kit List Guide to learn exactly what gear you need to train and complete your first triathlon race with confidence. The guide provides an inside-out list of essential equipment, and a complete list of equipment you’ll need Read more
We want you to love open-water triathlon racing too. So skip the challenging parts by reading our 10 secrets and you can immediately start to enjoy this journey. Let’s say, we’ve done the suffering for you, so you don’t have to! Here’s one important thing to note. Maybe for the Read more