Triathlon Nutrition Blog

A triathletes nutrition journey - couch to Ironman

From Couch to Ironman at 48: A Triathlete’s Nutrition Journey Mar 09, 2026

Starting triathlon later in life can feel intimidating. Many age group triathletes wonder if they’ve missed the boat or if it’s too late to build the fitness needed for long course racing.

But what if you went from doing zero exercise to completing multiple Ironmans… starting at 48 years old?

That...

Triathlete hydrating during training, showing when electrolyte drinks are needed for endurance performance

Do You Really Need Electrolyte Drinks? The Truth About Hydration for Triathletes Oct 28, 2025

Electrolyte drinks are everywhere right now.

They're popping up on podcasts, in influencer morning routines and on supermarket shelves.

But are they really necessary for everyone?

I recently spoke with the Australian Financial Review about this exact question for their article, “Electrolyte Drin...

Triathlon Nutrition Blog

Electrolyte drinks are everywhere right now.

But are they really necessary for everyone?

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