After conquering the swim and bike legs of a 70.3 triathlon, you face the final challenge: a 13.1-mile run with tired legs, mental fatigue, and the ever-present cutoff clock. For many athletes, especially first-timers, the run becomes a battle not just against physical exhaustion but against time itself. With a standard overall cutoff of 8 […]
The Great Triathlon Run Sock Debate: Socks or No Socks? Why This is a Common Question for Triathletes Unlike standalone running events, triathlons present a unique challenge: transitioning from swimming to cycling to running with maximum efficiency. After the swim and bike portions, your feet are often damp, possibly dirty, and about to endure the
The Ambitious Endurance Athlete’s Dilemma You love the thrill of the marathon and the challenge of triathlon… but can you truly do both effectively? This question haunts many endurance athletes who find themselves drawn to both the focused intensity of marathon training and the diverse challenges of swim-bike-run. The appeal of each is undeniable. Marathon
