Introduction: A Race for the Ages The triathlon world witnessed something extraordinary at the 2025 Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas North American Championship. In an unprecedented display of human endurance and performance, multiple all-time records were shattered in a single day, redefining what’s possible in long-distance triathlon. Set against the backdrop of The Woodlands, Texas, this […]
The blazing Texas sun beat down on The Woodlands as spectators lined the finishing chute, waiting to witness history. When Kat Matthews crossed the finish line of the IRONMAN Texas North American Championship on April 26, 2025, her exhausted smile told the story before the clock did: something extraordinary had just happened. Her time of
Norwegian triathlon sensation Kristian Blummenfelt has rewritten the record books at the Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Texas North American Championship, posting an extraordinary time of 7 hours 24 minutes and 20 seconds (7:24:20) on April 26, 2025. This performance not only obliterated the previous course record but established new benchmarks in all three disciplines, solidifying Blummenfelt’s
How to taper for sprint triathlon? A sprint triathlon is a short-distance triathlon that typically consists of a 750m swim, 20km bike ride, and 5km run. It’s designed to be more accessible and manageable for beginners or athletes looking to race without the extreme demands of longer events. This format allows participants to experience the
Are you dreaming of completing your first 70.3 Ironman but feeling overwhelmed by the challenge ahead? You’re not alone. The 70.3 Ironman (also called a “Half Ironman“) consists of a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride, and 13.1-mile run—a significant but achievable milestone for beginners with proper training. This comprehensive 70.3 Ironman training program for beginners
This comprehensive 16-week half ironman training plan will prepare you for your half Ironman 70.3 race, progressively building fitness while incorporating appropriate recovery periods. The plan is structured in phases to optimize your preparation and ensure you reach race day in peak condition. Training Plan Overview Below is a week-by-week breakdown of your 16-week journey
There’s something undeniably magnetic about the Ironman triathlon—2.4 miles of swimming, 112 miles of cycling, and 26.2 miles of running, all completed in succession within a 17-hour cutoff. It’s not just a race; it’s a transformative journey that pushes athletes to their absolute limits and beyond. But when it comes to choosing the “best” Ironman
I. Introduction: The 2025 IRONMAN Rulebook Shake-Up Imagine months of dedicated training—countless predawn swims, lung-burning bike sessions, and mind-numbing long runs—all potentially derailed by a simple misunderstanding of the rules. In the world of IRONMAN racing, five minutes can cost you a podium, a Kona slot, or even finishing within the cutoff. That’s why understanding
Canadian triathlete Desirae Ridenour ended Canada’s 12-year World Cup drought with a thrilling sprint finish in Napier. I. Introduction The triathlon world erupted in celebration this weekend as Canadian underdog Desirae Ridenour stunned fans with a gold-medal performance at the World Cup in Napier, New Zealand. Her victory on February 23 marked Canada’s first women’s
When I signed up for my first Ironman 70.3, I thought my Olympic-distance fitness would carry me through. I trained harder than ever—12-hour weeks, back-to-back bricks, endless laps in the pool. But by Week 8, I was burned out. My legs felt like lead, my swim times plateaued, and I dreaded my bike sessions. Race
