Carefully Curated Triathlon News for July 16, 2026
IN THIS EDITION…
- 9 elements of efficient running
- This age grouper improved 10 sec per 100m
- 3 best times for retesting FTP
- Unlock the riddle of race day nutrition
- 7 proven steps to building endurance
FUELING FORMULA
We marvel at pro triathletes’ ferocious consumption of carbs but intuitively know that we could never tolerate 480 calories per hour. How can age groupers benefit from the carbohydrate revolution without a self-inflicted GI disaster?
As Adam Pulford explains, the key to effective nutrition is matching your carb intake to your actual energy expenditure and intensity.
Unlock the riddle of race day nutrition with this exceptional guide that describes how to scale carbohydrate consumption.
ACE THE TEST
The timing of your FTP test matters more than its frequency.
Test at the wrong time and you’ll compromise your training zones by setting them too low and disrupting carefully constructed training stimuli.
Coach Anthony Walsh discusses the 3 best times to retest your FTP to capture your true fitness and keep your training zones honest.
CROWIE x ZOOT
Zoot, the original triathlon brand, recently released its PRISM Collection, the exclusive signature line of 5x world champion Craig “Crowie” Alexander.
This signature collection interprets Crowie’s perspective as a world class performer who still lives and breathes triathlon every day. It integrates Zoot’s latest apparel technology and is designed for men and women who are committed to racing faster.
Don’t miss out! Crowie’s limited edition PRISM Collection is available for just a few more weeks. TriathlonWire readers get 15% off their purchase with coupon code TRIWIRE2026.
ENDURANCE CODE
In this video former pro Niklas Rossner outlines his 7 science-based steps for building endurance.
He clearly and concisely describes what it means to train smarter. Use his tips to ensure your program is structured, periodized, and purposeful.
BALANCE FOR SPEED
The key to efficient running lies in balancing stride length and cadence, not obsessing over where your foot lands beneath your body.
Use these 9 elements of efficient running form to audit your own stride and optimize your speed.
QUICK HIITS:
- Soccer Lessons
With the FIFA World Cup drawing to a close, let’s admire the exceptional fitness of these top soccer players. Here are 7 things runners can steal from how the world’s best footballers train.
- Case Study
Check out Brenton Ford’s analysis of an age group triathlete’s freestyle stroke and discover how he improved 10 seconds per 100 meters.
- Women of Kona
In a fascinating of study of female triathletes who competed at the 2023 IRONMAN World Championships, researchers identified the primary motivating forces that sustained their long-term engagement in triathlon and provided personal fulfillment.
