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Perterer and Stateff deliver debut World Cup wins in Cagliari

Perterer and Stateff deliver debut World Cup wins in Cagliari

02/06/18 - In the build-up to the 2018 ITU Cagliari World Cup, all the talk was of a tough and technical course, a steep climb and a rapid descent that was likely to take its toll on the athletes. By the end of... |

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Brownlee brilliance delivers Auckland win

Brownlee brilliance delivers Auckland win

28/03/15 - Great Britian’s Jonathan Brownlee was determined to not take another ITU World Triathlon Auckland silver medal on Sunday as he produced a breakout run to earn him his first WTS title of the season.... |

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Gwen Jorgensen secures first WTS Auckland win

Gwen Jorgensen secures first WTS Auckland win

28/03/15 - American Gwen Jorgensen finally got a long awaited win at the 2015 World Triathlon Series in Auckland on Sunday after three attempts. The victory rocketed the American to 10 WTS wins and cemented her... |

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Impressive men’s elite roster for WTS Auckland

Impressive men’s elite roster for WTS Auckland

25/03/15 - The second stop of the ITU World Triathlon Series touches down in Auckland this Sunday, which brings forth some of the sport’s top men all vying to take home the next circuit title in the season’s... |

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Star-studded line up set for WTS Auckland

Star-studded line up set for WTS Auckland

25/03/15 - The second stop of the ITU World Triathlon Series touches down in Auckland this Sunday, which includes a roster of the highest star-studded potential all vying to take home the next circuit title in the... |

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Kaitlin Donner superb in New Plymouth World Cup win

Kaitlin Donner superb in New Plymouth World Cup win

21/03/15 - The United States showcased its strength halfway around the world on Sunday as Kaitlin Donner and Renee Tomlin claimed the gold and silver in the Elite Women 2015 World Cup in New Plymouth. Crossing the... |

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ITU World Cup continues on in New Plymouth

ITU World Cup continues on in New Plymouth

19/03/15 - With the 2015 ITU World Cup season in full swing after the season opened up last week in Mooloolaba, the cycle continues on Sunday at the familiar site of New Plymouth. A string of athletes are set to... |

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Triathlon tips to get you started

Triathlon tips to get you started

05/11/13 - Triathlon can be a daunting sport to take up. With three disciplines comes three times as much excitement, but also triple the room for error. Minimize your pre-race jitters by following these three... |

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Essential Triathlon Training Tips: Sighting

Essential Triathlon Training Tips: Sighting

21/05/13 - We all know by now the buoys not only mark the course, but also give us a marker to sight for on the swim. However, the buoys aren’t the only objects that can help you keep a straight line on the swim.... |

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Essential Triathlon Training Tips: Swim Exit

Essential Triathlon Training Tips: Swim Exit

30/04/13 - This week, we take a look back at some essential triathlon training tips from the past. In this video, Olympian and 2011 ITU World Champion Helen Jenkins helps you out with some tips on swim exit and... |

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Essential triathlon training tips: Swim core stability

Essential triathlon training tips: Swim core stability

08/01/13 - Improving core strength is a fundamental element to improving your swim time in a triathlon. A strong core keeps your body long, narrow and streamlined, ready to knife through the water. A conditioned... |

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ITU Best Swimmer Rankings Update

ITU Best Swimmer Rankings Update

21/06/10 - New for 2010, the ITU has introduced segment rankings, which will reward the best swimmer, biker and runner throughout the Dextro Energy Triathlon ITU World Championship Series. Athletes will be able to... |

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Triathlon Essentials Part 5: Swim Coordination

Triathlon Essentials Part 5: Swim Coordination

06/12/09 - Developing on from swim tips and tricks, swim safety and swim core stability, this week’s Triathlon Essentials offers you handy training tips on improving your coordination when in the water. Rhythm is... |

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Triathlon Essentials Part 4: Swim Core

Triathlon Essentials Part 4: Swim Core

30/11/09 - Developing on from swim tips and tricks and swim safety, this week’s Triathlon Essentials offers you handy training tips on improving core strength when in the water. Long, straight and firm bodies are... |

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Triathlon Essentials Part 3: Swim Safety

Triathlon Essentials Part 3: Swim Safety

22/11/09 - With triathlon races involving a mass start, it is important to be aware of your safety when in the water. This week’s exclusive video will tell you all you need to know about warming up for the start of... |

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Triathlon Essentials Part 2: The Tips and Tricks of Swimming

Triathlon Essentials Part 2: The Tips and Tricks of Swimming

13/11/09 - Ever wondered what it’s like to be in the middle of the swim start at a triathlon? Well jump in with this week’s exclusive video as we give you the inside look at the all the tips, tricks and tactics... |

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Training Tip: Pacing the Swim

Training Tip: Pacing the Swim

10/11/09 - With a 1500m swim to start a standard distance triathlon, the idea of starting hard and leaving the pack behind can be a large temptation, however it may not be the most efficient. Learning to accurately... |

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