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Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Fri, 08 May 2026 19:31:37 -0400

Ask Our Coaches: How to Improve Running Pace After 70 (Without Spiking Heart Rate) Our Reader’s Question Here is another question from a reader, a male triathlete over age 70 whose goal is to “Stay healthy and maintain my […]

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Wed, 06 May 2026 16:10:27 -0400

Finding Your Tribe: How Senior Triathletes Connect, Train, and Thrive One of the most common questions I hear from senior triathletes is simple: “Where can I find a group to train with?” It’s a fair quest […]

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Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:56:43 -0400

Sleep for Triathletes Over 50: Recovery and Performance Guide Sleep for triathletes over 50 is not just about rest—it’s the foundation of recovery and performance. Training for triathlon after 50 is mor […]

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Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:12:31 -0400

At 71, She Got Stronger—What That Means for Triathletes Over 50 One of the most common questions I hear from people considering triathlon later in life is simple: “Am I too old to start?” A recent sto […]

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Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:58:48 -0400

What Gear Do You Really Need for Your First Triathlon? Getting started in triathlon doesn’t require a second mortgage. You can begin with minimal gear and invest more as your passion for the sport […]

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Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:39:15 -0400

Exploring the USA Through Triathlon Above: One stop on a 12-year journey across all 50 states—now told in full in Triathlon Adventures Across America. After c […]

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Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:59:16 -0400

Recovery After 50: What Every Triathlete Must Know What does recovery really look like for triathletes over 50—and how does it change as we move into our 60s, 70s, and even 80s? To answer that q […]

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Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:40:28 -0400

Ask Our Coaches: Triathlon Training With Health Conditions After 50 Reader Request We received the following request for guidance for triathlon training from Shelley, one of our readers. “How to develop a […]

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Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:40:28 -0400

Ask Our Coaches: Six Months To An Olympic Triathlon Question We received the following question about the time required to train for an Olympic distance triathlon. For those of you not yet […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:57:56 -0500

Ironman Kona After Open-Heart Surgery: A 66-Year-Old's Comeback by Darrell Myrick The Breakdown It’s June 3rd, a little over three months until the 2022 Ironman World Championship in Kona, t […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:37:58 -0500

Ask Our Coaches: Running With A Root Meniscus Tear Question A veteran, 68 year-old male triathlete sent the following question for our coaches after reading the last issue of the Senior […]

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Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:48 -0500

USA National Senior Games Includes Triathlon I first became acquainted with the Senior Games through Jeanne Minder, whose triathlon story appeared on SeniorTriathletes.com on September 6, […]

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Sat, 24 Jan 2026 21:05:09 -0500

Ask Our Coaches: Will A New Bike Help With Knee Pain? Question A veteran, 68 year-old female triathlete sent me the following question for our coaches: “I have a Trek 2500 (yes, it’s a d […]

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Sat, 17 Jan 2026 20:21:51 -0500

The 5 Things New Triathletes Over 50 Must Get Right Lessons from Laura Rossetti, four-plus decade triathlete and coach Starting—or restarting—triathlon after age 50 is not about doing eve […]

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Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:48:18 -0500

Toe Strength, Aging, and the ToePro®: A Senior Triathlete’s Perspective As we age, the first meaningful losses in lower‑extremity strength often occur at the foot and ankle—particularly in the toes and calves. This dec […]

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Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:19:55 -0500

Why Even “Injury-Free” Streaks Can End Suddenly by Joseph R. Simonetta and edited by Terry VanderWert Editor’s Introduction Senior triathletes know the satisfaction of training […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:54:53 -0500

Smart Sugar Strategies for Senior Triathletes: Fueling for Endurance After 50 Introduction I imagine that all of us have heard about the evils of added sugar. According to an article titled Metabolism and Health Impacts of […]

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Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:05:15 -0500

AI's Impact On Triathlon Coaching for Older Athletes by Kurt Madden The following question from one reader is the basis for this post: “How has AI really affected triathlon coaching for older […]

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Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:33:39 -0400

How to Reduce VO2max Decline for Older Male and Female Triathletes by Kurt Madden and Terry VanderWert Introduction “I’m 77 and have been doing tri since age 63. VO2max info that is specific would be h […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:21:18 -0400

Five Things I Learned Starting Triathlons After 50 By Hilary JM Topper, MPA Deciding to train for a triathlon felt like a mix of excitement and madness. I was 53, more used to my office chair […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:40:46 -0400

Heart Rate Training for Senior Triathletes: How to Optimize Performance by Kurt Madden, Director of Coach Development, TriDot, and Senior Triathlete Triathlons can be enjoyable yet grueling tests of endurance, […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:19:13 -0400

Featured in Triathlete Magazine: Our 50-State Triathlon Odyssey 👉 Read the full article on Triathlete magazine Joy and I are honored to share that our 12-year adventure to complete a triathlon in every U. […]

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Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:07:59 -0400

Strength Training for Triathletes: My Experience With Mark Allen’s Approach This post documents the approach I have used for strength training for triathlon over the past several years. If you’re looking for a […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 18:48:04 -0400

Joe Simonetta Brings Home Gold At 2025 National Senior Games In 2023, I introduced readers to Joe Simonetta, who, at age 80, competed in his first-ever race of any kind—a triathlon, no less—and won gold in […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:59:45 -0400

Science Speaks: Evidence-Based Insights On Foam Rolling vs. Massage Gun TherapyScience Speaks: Evidence-Based Insights A search on “foam rolling for endurance athletes” and “massage gun therapy for endurance athletes” […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sat, 31 May 2025 17:21:57 -0400

Onwards & Upwards, Always! – Mike Battersby's Comeback Editor’s note: The return of senior triathlete Mike Battersby to Ironman triathlon racing highlights commitment, a willingness to learn, and mental […]

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Wed, 21 May 2025 19:41:32 -0400

Ask Our Coaches: Focus Training On My Weakest or Strongest Sport? Should I focus my training on strengthening my strongest leg of a triathlon? Or should I train to improve the weakest one? These questions have […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 22:36:31 -0400

How To Make Triathlon Training Senior-Specific Triathletes over age 50 struggle to find senior specific triathlon training plans. This is the major reason for partnering with Our Coaches, each […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:41:30 -0400

What Motivates Older Athletes To Train And Compete In Triathlon? Much has been written about performance declines that accompany age. However, little has been published about the importance of older athletes to […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 19:30:23 -0400

Seasonal Allergies Don't Need To Sabotage Your Triathlon Training Seasonal allergies affect millions of adults in the United States, including many training for a triathlon and other multisport endurance events. […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 19:01:40 -0400

I Think I Could Do A Triathlon – Amy Kite's Story Amy Kite thought she just might be able to complete a triathlon. Supported by family and new friends from a local triathlon club, Amy turned the […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 05:30:07 -0500

Ask Our Coaches: Reducing Strength Imbalance Question About six months ago, I shifted from two-leg to single-leg curls […]

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Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:07:09 -0500

Quickest Way To Your Faster Triathlon Swim This post had its genesis while reading Why I Quit Masters Swimming. In this article in Triathlete magazine, the author, Marshall Ellis, colorfully […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 16:53:37 -0500

How 75 Became My Best Ironman Year Yet – Rick Burgess' Story Caption: Rick and Elaine Burgess at the 2024 Morro Bay 70.3 swim start. Stamina, Strength, and Wild Goals When does getting older mean […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:36:17 -0500

Best Pre-Run Warmup Approach For Senior Triathletes A pre-run warmup becomes more important with each birthday. A combination of dynamic stretching and foam rolling provides what you need for safer […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:54:11 -0500

What Does The Bible Say About Triathlon? The Bible does not include the word “triathlon”. However, it mentions many aspects of the sport as a metaphor for life. Introduction Over […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 00:14:00 -0400

Changing His Mind – Howard Glass' Story Older adults give many reasons for beginning or continuing to train for and compete in triathlons. Senior triathlete Howard Glass is the first […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 01:55:16 -0400

Want To Travel The World? Think About The World Masters Games Want to combine travel across the globe with triathlon? If yes, then the World Masters Games or the regional Masters Games may be for […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:23:42 -0400

Running Another Triathlon, This One With Cancer One of the unexpected joys of writing for the Senior Triathletes website has been meeting people like Laurent Labbe. Laurent has become a friend […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Strength Training for Senior Endurance Athletes I am constantly hearing about the importance of strength training for seniors, especially senior endurance athletes. And, I don’t think it’s […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 20:04:35 -0400

Book Review: Triing by Senior Triathlete Doug Morris Between 1986 and early 2016, Doug Morris did 168 triathlons in the 50 states of the USA and on six continents. Doug’s story, Triing, is full of […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:56:52 -0400

How Important Is Mental Toughness For Triathlon? I chuckle each time I hear the wisdom attributed to baseball’s Yogi Berra: “Baseball is 90 per cent mental. The other half is physical.” As a […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 21:21:48 -0400

What's Next For You in Multisport Racing? What’s next for you in triathlon or other multisport racing? With registration for next year’s triathlons beginning to open, this question may be […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:58:10 -0400

What Motivates Older Triathletes? – Sarah Gordon's Story In September 2023, I had the amazing opportunity to visit Cozumel, Mexico, with a group of close triathlete friends and my husband by my side in […]

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Fri, 19 Jul 2024 23:00:20 -0400

A 76-Year Old's Perspective on Running Performance After 70 Caption: Jim Riley with Julie Moss after the 2017 Oceanside IM70.3. A 76-year-old triathlete shares his perspective and experience on advice […]

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Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:32:29 -0400

How To Slow Age-Related Drop in Running Performance We often expect some drop in running speed as we age. Still, how can we minimize it? This post is based on TriDot coach Kurt Madden’s response to a […]

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Sun, 12 May 2024 13:00:27 -0400

A Triathlon Bike’s Tale Editor’s Note: Ever wonder what your triathlon bike thinks about travel? Dave Conover has. He has teamed up with his triathlon bike to share the […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 15:42:57 -0400

The Sweat Factor: Maximizing Performance in Triathlon Training Sweat is part of our body’s physiological response to heat from both internal and external sources often experienced in our triathlon […]

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Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:42:04 -0400

Ten Years Later – Pat Johnson's Triathlon Sequel Pat Johnson completed her 28th triathlon at age 80. What has caused her to continue in the sport? What has she learned about triathlon over the […]

Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 15:41:19 -0400

First Ironman Triathlon: Fun Facts During my recent flight to Honolulu, Hawaii, I read “Where It All Began – The 1978 Hawaiian Iron Man Triathlon” by Tom Knoll. In this book, […]