Transform Fear into Fortitude to maketh an Ironman
Humans are made to withstand the toughest and most debilitating challenges. Despite suffering a life-altering injury in Afghanistan, former U.S. Marine Capt. Eric McElvenny has become a top competitor at one of the world’s most gruelling sports. For Eric McElvenny, the height…
Young gun Jake Montgomery and Melissa Hauschildt win Ironman 70.3 Geelong
For the first time at IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong the men’s race was won by someone other than Craig Alexander, with young gun Jake Montgomery claiming his first IRONMAN 70.3 victory. Young gun Montgomery leads from the front Jake Montgomery was…
IRONMAN acquires 5 ITU World Triathlons and other races
Five ITU triathlons, four marathons, and numerous cycling events join the IRONMAN family. IRONMAN announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire Lagardère Sports’ endurance division, which includes races in three continents and eight countries. IRONMAN will own…
Triathlon Training Tips: Start your season right
Markus Konrad, a coach in Germany offers his top tips for getting back to regular Triathlon training. What’s important for triathletes when returning to a regular training schedule? It is important not to start the new season at the same speed…
Ironman announces professional field structure change for two Ironman European races in 2016
HANAU/TAMPA, Fla. (Dec. 16, 2015) – IRONMAN announced today a professional race structure change to two 2016 IRONMAN® European events – IRONMAN Kalmar Sweden on August 20, 2016 and KMD IRONMAN Copenhagen on August 21, 2016. IRONMAN will split the female and…
Ironman returns to Thailand with Ironman 70.3 Phuket in 2016
IRONMAN announced today the addition of a new IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon in the burgeoning market of Thailand, which is scheduled to take place in the beautiful city of Phuket on November 27, 2016. The Philippines-based company Sunrise Events and the…
Registration now open for Ironman Australia at Port Macquarie – 01.05.2016
Registration is now open for the Ironman Australia in Port Macquarie on 01st May 2016. Rolling Swim Start Athletes are set off in one continuous line for the swim start. It will take approximately 15 minutes to get the entire…
The Science of Sleep: Why it Matters for Triathlon
Want to go faster, get stronger and stay healthier? Don’t underestimate the healing power of shut-eye. The age group triathlete, not unlike a circus juggler, balances a number of demands on their time: work, family, community activities and trying to…
Schmid and Abraham spins Ironman magic in Cozumel, Mexico
Stefan Schmid was up front all day while Corinne Abraham saved her best for the run for the pairs wins at IRONMAN Cozumel. Barrett Brandon (USA) was first to run up the dock at Chankanaab Park Beach. Ivan Rista (ITL),…
Exclusive Interview with Karen Siah: From runner to Ironman in 8 months
Karen Siah is a familar name and face usually associated with the running scene. Just how did she debut across the Ironman Malaysia finish line below 14 hours? Only 8 months ago, sibling rivalry fuelled the idea to pursue an…
