Heat, humidity, wind, pacing—we take a look at some of the factors that affect success at the Ironman World Championship in Kona.

Get the right mix of intensity at the right time and polarized training pays off. Take a disciplined approach for best results.

The concepts of central and peripheral conditioning help explain why an effective training base period leads to speed and durability in the race season.

Sticking to 80/20 and training by heart rate are just two of the key polarized training rules you’ll want to follow.

Polarized training is most successful when your body is ready for high-intensity sessions. Understanding how your autonomic nervous system works can help you time it right.

Polarized training is all about building duration without incurring high stress. Where does your steady state break down and what can you do about it?

Every athlete is a study of one, presenting different limitations and strengths. The best coaches are able to identify these differences and adapt their style and strategy to meet the unique needs of every athlete.

He’s coached some of the biggest names in distance running and underpinning a large amount of his success was his capability to be versatile.

Coach Scott Saifer discusses what it takes to work with athletes who might lack ability or motivation, or both.

By coaching athletes of all levels and aspirations, Christine Schirtzinger has learned how to build a better business—and be a better coach.

Whether it’s the last person to cross the finish line or the ones standing on the podium, Coach Joe LoPresto believes all athletes are more alike than different.