Triathlon season 2025: Ironman World Cup, tips and mental strength in focus!

Triathlon season 2025: Ironman World Cup, tips and mental strength in focus!

Roth, Deutschland - Summer has a firm grip on us and for triathletes it is the time in which training diligence and competition preparation come together. The new edition of Triathlon magazine provides fresh tips on how athletes can optimally adapt to their challenges. Interested parties should not miss the tests for swimming glasses and the advice on breakdown protection.

The 40 floating goggles tested have it all. Triathletes know that the right glasses are crucial for the competition. Regardless of whether for different facial shapes or certain purposes - everyone can find their suitable model here. In addition, the topic of microtapering is also dealt with, which demonstrates how the right level of stress can affect performance before competitions.

Anne Haug and the return of the Ironman World Cup

Another focus of the edition is on Anne Haug, who focuses on the Ironman World Championship after difficult health setbacks. This is constantly returning to Hawaii, and the analysis of the advantages and disadvantages for the athletes ensures lively discussions in the triathlon community. An important topic that is important for all ambitious athletes.

As Patrick already said, mental health in competitive sport is of outstanding importance. In his book "Becoming Ironman" he reports on his own experiences - both from times of the highs and the lows. Long underlines how important it is to talk about the mental challenges. The pressure that is created in triathlon through performance data can often overwhelm athletes. Thanks to sports psychological support, he learned to deal with these challenges better.

The end of an era: Jan Frodeno

At the same time, there is a big change at the door: Jan Frodeno, one of the most successful triathletes in Germany, will end his career at the age of 42. Frodeno, who was the first German Olympic gold and the Ironman in Hawaii, can look back on an impressive career. His last competition will be the Ironman World Cup in Nice, and he has already reviewed some of his most important races, as in a recent article by Online is addressed.

his victory in Beijing 2008 is a highlight of his life, while he bravely fought for his last competitions for health setbacks, injuries and operations. This shows how important the mental strength is in the triathlon in addition to physical. FRODENOS experiences are an appeal to future athletes to never give up - and that is exactly what vibrates in long teachings.

The scene of the triathlon is therefore not only determined by sporting performance, but also by the stories of the athletes who encourage and inspire. Whether on the route in Hawaii or in the domestic swimming pools - the summer of the triathletes offers exciting competitions and stories full of passion.