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10 Reasons to Do a Triathlon
10 Reasons to Do a Triathlon
10. COMMUNITY. Anyone who has ever lived in LA can tell you that finding a solid friend group is challenging. Personally, I had a hard time finding cool, ambitious women... Read more...
Why Carbs Are Every Triathlete’s Friend
Why Carbs Are Every Triathlete’s Friend
When I did my first half-iron distance triathlon, I finished but it wasn't pretty. As a dietitian, I knew it was important to hydrate and fuel during the race. But... Read more...
How to Buy a Bike on Facebook Marketplace
How to Buy a Bike on Facebook Marketplace
If you’re just starting out in triathlon, you don’t need to go all in on the bike. In fact, we recommend finding a bare-boned basic on Facebook Marketplace and upgrading... Read more...
Missing Pieces to the Triathlon Training Puzzle
Missing Pieces to the Triathlon Training Puzzle
If you do an internet search for ‘Triathlon Training’, you’ll see every possible combination of training imaginable. It’s obvious there’s no shortage of opinions about structuring your workout schedule, which... Read more...
What Should I Wear for my first triathlon?
What Should I Wear for my first triathlon?
The short answer is: whatever you’re comfortable in. For your first triathlon, you don’t need to invest in a brand new, expensive tri suit. Wear what you know you’ll feel... Read more...
5 Minutes With Priscilla Vega
5 Minutes With Priscilla Vega
We first met Priscilla last summer when she was selected to be a Tortis ambassador at the Malibu Triathlon, requiring her to swim on a relay with two other women... Read more...
How to Find the Nerve to Race a Triathlon
How to Find the Nerve to Race a Triathlon
Preparing for your first triathlon can be daunting, especially with the combination of swimming, biking, and running. The fear of the unknown, such as uncertainty on race day and how... Read more...
Being An Athlete And Being Girly Are Not Mutually Exclusive
Being An Athlete And Being Girly Are Not Mutually Exclusive
A trend I've noticed while watching the Olympics this year is that feminine self-expression is louder than ever. From Sha’Carri Richardson's bold looks to Ilona Maher's irreverent take on body... Read more...