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10/28/2026

Understanding current types and how to adjust sighting, breathing, and effort could make all the difference in your next triathlon swim.
A 30-year open-water coach breaks down the exact skills that separate confident swimmers from those who dive in and "hope for the best". Link in comments!

10/28/2026

For years, doctors told pregnant athletes to stay under a strict heart rate cap and skip lifting the heavy stuff. Now researchers have started testing what actually happens when athletes lift heavy, go long, and push the intensity. The results challenge a lot of what you might have heard and been told.
In fact, their work is shaping the International Olympic Committee’s new pregnancy guidelines, due in 2027.
Full story at the link in the comments.

10/28/2026

New Research Suggests Intense Exercise During Pregnancy Is Safer Than We Thought

Researchers are finally beginning to study athletes who keep training at high levels while pregnant.

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10/28/2026

How old is your wetsuit? 28% of triathletes said they wait more than seven years to replace theirs. 😦 That’s well past the lifespan of most neoprene, especially high-end suits. If your wetsuit needs replacing ahead of 2027, head to the link in the comments where we swam in six of the best triathlon wetsuits of 2026, from $295 to $1,700, and rated each across nine categories.

10/27/2026

Most endurance athletes sip on electrolyte drinks all day long. But is this habit actually putting your health at risk? An expert weighs in on how much sodium is too much - even for people who break a sweat on a regular basis.

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10/27/2026

Triathletes everywhere are clearing out their garages for the off-season, putting more used bikes, wheels, and wetsuits on the market. It’s a prime time to hunt for a deal or turn the gear you no longer use into extra cash for your 2027 season.
But a good deal can come with hidden problems, and selling your gear can take more than posting a few photos. Bethany Mavis’s off-season guide explains how to avoid common buying pitfalls and get the most from what you sell.
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10/27/2026

Do you actually know what “threshold” means, or do you just nod when your coach says it? It shows up in your workouts, your watch data, and your race plan, yet many triathletes would probably struggle to explain it if asked.
Coach Alison Freeman breaks it down in plain language at the link in the comments!

10/27/2026

How can burning 5,000 to 10,000 calories during a big race leave you heavier on the scale when your post-race celebration was just a b**r and a burger? And why do your legs feel so tight and swollen afterward?
Sport dietitian Susan Kitchen explains exactly what’s going on, how long it lasts, and the rare warning signs that mean you should see a doctor.
Read it at the link in the comments!

10/27/2026

8 Times Elite Triathletes Took on Ultrarunning (and How They Did)

With the Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) events on the horizon - the Super Bowl of ultraunnning - we look at eight notable elite-level triathletes who made the switch to ultra.

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10/27/2026

Step Off the Scale! Here’s The Truth About Post-Triathlon Weight Gain

That sudden weight gain after a race isn't fat - it’s a sign your body is hard at work repairing itself. Sport dietitian Susan Kitchen explains.

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