for the slots is so fierce that qualifying is itself seen as a prize. Since 1990, the Ironman brand has been owned by the World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), and the growth of the organisation has reflected the worldwide development of long-distance triathlon
or spectating, but Ironman racing is not simply about physical ability. Being fit, very fit, is, of course, essential, but so is a deep understanding of the needs and limits of your body. If you're thinking of going long and signing up for an Ironman triathlon
Other Ironman courses may be tougher than Kona, Hawaii, but here is where it all started and here is where world champions are crowned.If watching the coverage of this year's Ironman World Championships has inspired you to try to qualify for next
Building the finishAfter closing the roads in town, the stands are built the day before the race
finished fifth in 9:18:48 and Leanda Cave finished 10th in 9:27:42. Brits Stephen Bayliss, Scott Neyedli and Catriona Morrison did not finish.A great day for British long-distance triathlon then, but an even greater day for the Aussies. For once
for parking, bathrooms and bike check.”Dennis Meeker, top age-group athlete and Team Timex member. He has been racing triathlon since 1995, winning the first ever Zoot Sports 5430 Ironman-distance race in 20013. From swim to bikeYour training should also
Stephen BaylissAge 31Trains Switzerland2008 was a great year for Stephen Bayliss. He won Ironman UK and Ironman South Africa, and placed 18th at the World Champs. He races for Team TBB, as does his wife, Bella. They were both second in this year
Joanna CarrittAge 34Trains TauntonJoanna was third at this year's Ironman UK in Bolton, in August, and earlier in the year was sixth at Ironman Lanzarote. She turned professional this year and now races as part of Team TBC Sportsaid. She was the 40
Fuelling for an Ironman triathlon is as much an art as a science. Knowing what to eat and when is crucial to peak performance. Many triathletes will tell you that their success comes as much from making the right nutritional decisions before
