Your first triathlon is tough enough—stay ahead of the pack with these necessary skills.
Michelle Vesterby is here in Kona this year as a spectator. She may miss racing, but being mom to Marcus is pretty darn special.
Lauren Parker was paralyzed in April of 2017 while training for her first IRONMAN as a pro.
Matt Russell has experienced more drama in Kona than most, coming back from a horrific bike crash during the 2017 race to finish sixth in 2018.
The two-time Olympic gold medalist is making his debut at the IRONMAN World Championship.
Roderick Sewell and Rudy Garcia-Tolson are both Challenged Athletes Foundation ambassadors who are missing both legs above the knee.
Daniela Ryf is the best female triathlete on the planet with four consecutive wins at the IRONMAN World Championship.
Caroline Steffen was a former professional bike racer who moved to triathlon and took second twice in Kona.
Jan Frodeno won back-to-back IRONMAN World Championship titles, and the 2008 Olympic gold medalist was looking to create a bit of a dynasty here on...

