Gear reviews and buying guides for triathletes: running shoes, bikes and trainers, swim gear, GPS watches, and home gym equipment.https://fitnessgearguide.com/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/battle-ropes-a-full-body-workout-tool-you-shouldnt-overlook/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/battle-ropes-a-full-body-workout-tool-you-shouldnt-overlook/Battle ropes build upper body endurance, crush your heart rate, and take up almost no storage space. How to use them and which ones to buy.Sun, 08 Sep 2024 14:29:20 GMTIndoor TrainingWeight Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-cycling-power-zones/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-cycling-power-zones/What FTP is, how to test it, and how the 7 cycling power zones work. A practical intro to training by power for triathletes and cyclists.Tue, 01 Jul 2025 16:48:55 GMTCyclingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-barbells-and-weight-plates-for-home-gyms/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-barbells-and-weight-plates-for-home-gyms/Olympic bars, bumper plates, and cast iron compared. How to pick the right barbell and plates for your home gym without overspending.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:51:14 GMTWeight TrainingIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-cable-machines-for-home-gyms/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-cable-machines-for-home-gyms/Functional trainers, cable towers, and compact pulley systems compared. Here's what's actually worth buying for a home gym.Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:51:26 GMTWeight TrainingIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-cycling-computers-for-road-and-triathlon/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-cycling-computers-for-road-and-triathlon/Garmin, Wahoo, and Hammerhead compared. Which GPS cycling computer is worth buying for training rides and race day.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:50:16 GMTCyclingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-exercise-bikes-for-home-gyms/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-exercise-bikes-for-home-gyms/Spin bikes, upright bikes, and smart trainers compared. What's worth buying for indoor cycling at home and what to skip.Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:54:58 GMTIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-gym-bags-for-every-type-of-training/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-gym-bags-for-every-type-of-training/Duffels, backpacks, and crossovers compared. What to look for in a gym bag and which ones hold up to daily use.Sun, 22 Jun 2025 13:34:10 GMTAccessorieshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-gym-flooring-for-home-workouts/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-gym-flooring-for-home-workouts/Rubber tiles, stall mats, foam tiles, and crash pads compared. What to put under your home gym without destroying your garage floor.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:38:29 GMTWeight TrainingIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-heart-rate-monitors-2025/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-heart-rate-monitors-2025/A side-by-side comparison of the best heart rate monitors in 2025, covering accuracy, comfort, features, and price to help you pick the right one.Fri, 23 Aug 2024 15:45:23 GMTWearableshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-power-racks-and-squat-racks-for-home-gyms/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-power-racks-and-squat-racks-for-home-gyms/Full cages, half racks, and folding options compared. How to pick the right rack for your space, budget, and training style.Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:06:47 GMTWeight TrainingIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-pull-up-bars-for-home-gyms/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-pull-up-bars-for-home-gyms/Doorframe, wall-mounted, and freestanding pull-up bars compared. What actually holds up and what to avoid.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 10:16:45 GMTWeight TrainingIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-rowing-machines-for-home-gyms/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-rowing-machines-for-home-gyms/A practical look at the best rowing machines you can buy for a home gym, from budget-friendly air rowers to connected smart machines.Sun, 30 Mar 2025 21:06:39 GMTIndoor TrainingWeight Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-running-hydration-vests/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-running-hydration-vests/Tested picks for trail running, ultras, and long road runs. Soft flasks, bounce, fit, and which vests are actually comfortable.Mon, 06 Jan 2025 13:56:26 GMTRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-running-shoes-for-triathlon-training-and-race-day/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-running-shoes-for-triathlon-training-and-race-day/Running shoes that handle brick workouts, sockless racing, and the weird demands of going from bike to run. Six picks across every budget.Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:46:58 GMTRunningTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-swim-goggles-for-triathletes-and-open-water/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-swim-goggles-for-triathletes-and-open-water/How to pick swim goggles that won't leak, fog, or fall apart mid-race, plus the best options for pool training and open water.Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:08:21 GMTSwimmingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-triathlon-watches-for-swimming-cycling-and-running/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-triathlon-watches-for-swimming-cycling-and-running/GPS watches tested for open water swimming, cycling power, and run tracking. Which ones are worth it for triathlon training and race day.Sat, 08 Nov 2025 16:09:05 GMTTriathlonWearablesRunningCyclingSwimminghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-triathlon-wetsuits-for-open-water-swimming/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-triathlon-wetsuits-for-open-water-swimming/What to look for in a tri wetsuit, how they differ from surfing suits, and which ones are worth buying at every price point.Sun, 05 Oct 2025 18:19:56 GMTSwimmingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-weight-benches-for-home-gyms/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-weight-benches-for-home-gyms/Flat benches, adjustable benches, and budget options compared. How to pick the right bench for your home gym and what to spend.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:28:45 GMTWeight TrainingIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-weighted-vests-for-training/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-weighted-vests-for-training/A practical guide to weighted vests that actually fit well, last, and won't wreck your shoulders. What to look for and which ones are worth buying.Mon, 26 May 2025 20:44:47 GMTAccessoriesWeight TrainingRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-weightlifting-belts/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-weightlifting-belts/Leather, nylon, lever, prong. Here's how to pick the right lifting belt and which ones are actually worth buying.Sat, 08 Feb 2025 21:51:55 GMTWeight Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-workout-earbuds-for-the-gym-and-running/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-workout-earbuds-for-the-gym-and-running/What actually stays in your ears, survives sweat, and sounds good enough to keep you moving. A guide to earbuds that can handle training.Mon, 18 Nov 2024 07:10:10 GMTAccessorieshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-wrist-wraps-and-knee-sleeves-for-lifting/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/best-wrist-wraps-and-knee-sleeves-for-lifting/Which wrist wraps and knee sleeves are worth buying, which ones to skip, and how to figure out if you even need them.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 20:58:54 GMTWeight TrainingAccessorieshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/breathing-in-freestyle-without-panicking/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/breathing-in-freestyle-without-panicking/Exhaling underwater is the fix nobody believes for freestyle breathing panic. Plus breathing patterns, symmetry drills, and what open water changes.Sun, 26 Jan 2025 17:11:42 GMTSwimmingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/brick-workouts-why-they-matter-and-how-to-do-them/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/brick-workouts-why-they-matter-and-how-to-do-them/What brick workouts are, why the bike-to-run transition feels so strange, and how to structure them for sprint and Olympic distance triathlon training.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:01:15 GMTTriathlonRunningCyclinghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/choosing-the-perfect-running-shoes/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/choosing-the-perfect-running-shoes/A practical guide to finding running shoes that match your feet, your gait, and the kind of running you do. Plus five solid picks to start with.Fri, 08 Mar 2024 20:44:57 GMTRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/choosing-the-right-yoga-mat/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/choosing-the-right-yoga-mat/How to pick a yoga mat that works for your training, whether that's full yoga sessions, post-run stretching, or mobility work on the garage floor.Mon, 15 Apr 2024 09:16:30 GMTIndoor TrainingYogahttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/core-training-for-endurance-athletes/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/core-training-for-endurance-athletes/Why anti-rotation and stability work beats six-pack exercises for triathletes, plus the 15-minute routine I can actually stick to.Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:19:48 GMTWeight TrainingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/freestyle-drills-that-actually-improve-your-stroke/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/freestyle-drills-that-actually-improve-your-stroke/Six swim drills for triathletes and adult-onset swimmers that fix the most common freestyle problems. What each drill does, how to do it, and mistakes to avoid.Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:10:40 GMTSwimmingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/hiit-gear-must-haves-from-kettlebells-to-heart-rate-monitors/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/hiit-gear-must-haves-from-kettlebells-to-heart-rate-monitors/The gear worth buying for high-intensity interval training at home. Four picks that cover everything from conditioning to tracking your effort.Mon, 05 Aug 2024 20:15:35 GMTIndoor TrainingHIITWeight Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/home-gym-essentials/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/home-gym-essentials/A practical priority list for building a home gym that actually gets used. What's worth buying now, what to add later, and what to skip.Sun, 18 Feb 2024 18:17:54 GMTIndoor TrainingWeight Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-build-a-triathlon-training-plan-around-a-job/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-build-a-triathlon-training-plan-around-a-job/A realistic guide to fitting swim, bike, and run training into a normal work week without burning out or neglecting everything else in your life.Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:20:50 GMTTriathlonRunningCyclingSwimminghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-perfect-fitness-tracker-or-smartwatch/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-perfect-fitness-tracker-or-smartwatch/Fitness trackers and smartwatches for people who want health data without a full triathlon watch. Four picks from budget bands to capable smartwatches.Wed, 29 May 2024 12:43:25 GMTSmart WatchesWearableshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-choose-your-first-triathlon/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-choose-your-first-triathlon/Sprint vs super-sprint vs Olympic, why pool-swim races are underrated, and why a small local event beats a big branded one for your first triathlon.Sat, 26 Jul 2025 08:42:27 GMTTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-fix-a-flat-on-the-road/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-fix-a-flat-on-the-road/A step-by-step roadside tube change for cyclists who've been putting off learning, from someone whose first attempt took 45 minutes and a wasted CO2 cartridge.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:08:14 GMTCyclinghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-fix-common-bike-fit-mistakes/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-fix-common-bike-fit-mistakes/Practical guide to fixing saddle height, reach, cleat position, and other bike fit issues that cause knee pain, numb hands, and back problems.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:39:24 GMTCyclingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-keep-running-through-winter/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-keep-running-through-winter/Strategies for layering, breathing, traction, visibility, and the mental game of running outdoors when it's cold and dark.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:49:25 GMTRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-pace-your-first-sprint-triathlon/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-pace-your-first-sprint-triathlon/Pacing strategy for your first sprint triathlon, from surviving the swim start to not dying on the run.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:26:26 GMTTriathlonRunningSwimmingCyclinghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-run-negative-splits/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-run-negative-splits/Starting slow and finishing fast sounds simple. The physiology and psychology of why negative splitting is so hard, and how to actually pull it off.Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:12:11 GMTRunningTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-taper-for-race-day/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/how-to-taper-for-race-day/What a taper is, how long it should last, what to cut and what to keep, and how to survive the mental weirdness of training less before your race.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:01:30 GMTTriathlonRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/indoor-vs-outdoor-cycling-what-transfers/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/indoor-vs-outdoor-cycling-what-transfers/How indoor cycling fitness translates to outdoor performance, what gets lost on the trainer, and how to get the most from both for triathlon.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:26:15 GMTCyclingIndoor TrainingSmart Trainershttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/kettlebells-vs-dumbbells-which-should-you-choose-for-strength-and-conditioning/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/kettlebells-vs-dumbbells-which-should-you-choose-for-strength-and-conditioning/A practical comparison of kettlebells and dumbbells for triathletes and endurance athletes looking to add strength work that actually improves performance.Sun, 07 Jul 2024 10:27:28 GMTWeight TrainingIndoor TrainingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/mistakes-from-my-first-triathlon-season/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/mistakes-from-my-first-triathlon-season/Six mistakes from my first season of triathlon, from buying gear too early to racing every weekend, and what I'd do differently now.Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:36:51 GMTTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/open-water-swimming-for-pool-swimmers/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/open-water-swimming-for-pool-swimmers/A pool swimmer's guide to open water: sighting, waves, murky water, panic management, and the things nobody tells you before your first lake or ocean swim.Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:50:20 GMTSwimmingTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/overtraining-warning-signs/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/overtraining-warning-signs/The overtraining signals endurance athletes explain away, from a rising resting heart rate to broken sleep, and the embarrassingly simple fix nobody takes.Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:03:31 GMTRunningTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/race-day-nutrition-for-short-course-triathlon/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/race-day-nutrition-for-short-course-triathlon/What to actually eat before and during a sprint or Olympic triathlon, why most fueling problems are really nerves, and an honest take on caffeine.Tue, 19 May 2026 09:27:33 GMTNutritionTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/running-in-the-heat-what-actually-helps/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/running-in-the-heat-what-actually-helps/The science and practical advice behind running in hot weather. What works for hydration, cooling, clothing, and acclimatization, and what's just marketing.Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:02:02 GMTRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/the-best-recovery-tools-for-athletes-from-foam-rollers-to-massage-guns/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/the-best-recovery-tools-for-athletes-from-foam-rollers-to-massage-guns/A practical guide to recovery tools that actually work for triathletes and endurance athletes, with specific product picks across price ranges.Sun, 29 Sep 2024 17:00:10 GMTRecoveryAccessorieshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/the-week-after-a-race/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/the-week-after-a-race/The reverse taper nobody plans for: post-race blues, immune dips, sleep debt, and when it actually makes sense to start training again.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:48:56 GMTTriathlonRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/top-5-adjustable-dumbbells-for-small-spaces/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/top-5-adjustable-dumbbells-for-small-spaces/Five adjustable dumbbells compared for tight spaces. Dial systems, plate-loaded designs, and budget picks for every type of home lifter.Sun, 12 May 2024 16:19:01 GMTIndoor TrainingWeight Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/top-energy-gels-for-runners/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/top-energy-gels-for-runners/Six popular running gels tested and compared. What they taste like, how they sit in your stomach, and which ones are worth the money.Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:42:38 GMTRunningNutritionTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/triathlon-transitions-save-minutes-without-buying-anything/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/triathlon-transitions-save-minutes-without-buying-anything/Practical tips for faster T1 and T2 transitions in triathlon. Layout strategy, practice drills, and common mistakes that cost minutes.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:42:42 GMTTriathlonhttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/wahoos-best-smart-trainers-2024/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/wahoos-best-smart-trainers-2024/KICKR V6, KICKR MOVE, and KICKR CORE compared. Which Wahoo smart trainer is worth buying for your indoor cycling setup.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 08:23:56 GMTCyclingSmart TrainersWahooIndoor Traininghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/what-heart-rate-zones-mean-for-endurance-training/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/what-heart-rate-zones-mean-for-endurance-training/A practical guide to heart rate training zones: what each zone does physiologically, why 220-minus-age is unreliable, the 80/20 rule, and when HR is the wrong metric.Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:03:59 GMTRunningCyclingWearableshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/what-running-cadence-actually-tells-you/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/what-running-cadence-actually-tells-you/The 180 steps per minute rule is everywhere, but the science behind cadence is more nuanced than most running advice suggests.Sun, 08 Jun 2025 19:29:05 GMTRunningWearableshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-choose-resistance-bands/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-choose-resistance-bands/How resistance bands fit into endurance training for warm-ups, prehab, and travel workouts. Plus which ones are worth buying.Sat, 30 Mar 2024 15:00:18 GMTIndoor TrainingAccessorieshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-strength-training-makes-endurance-athletes-faster/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-strength-training-makes-endurance-athletes-faster/The research behind how lifting heavy things makes you a better swimmer, cyclist, and runner, and why you won't bulk up doing it.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 21:52:39 GMTWeight TrainingTriathlonRunningCyclinghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-the-right-shoes-can-make-or-break-your-lifting-performance/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-the-right-shoes-can-make-or-break-your-lifting-performance/What weightlifting shoes do, who they help, and whether you should buy a pair for your home gym. Four options from budget to premium.Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:57:39 GMTWeight TrainingAccessorieshttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-your-easy-runs-are-too-hard/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/why-your-easy-runs-are-too-hard/Most runners do their easy miles in a gray zone that wrecks recovery without building speed. How ego, Strava, and bad pace anchors keep you there.Sun, 03 May 2026 15:41:22 GMTRunninghttps://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/your-first-group-ride/https://fitnessgearguide.com/blog/your-first-group-ride/The unwritten rules of group riding, why aero bars are banned in the paceline, and why getting dropped is normal.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:55:09 GMTCycling