Triathlete Magazine Is Accepting Submissions/ How To Submit (Pay: $0.50)

Triathlete Magazine, established in 1983, is the largest U.S. publication dedicated to covering the sport of triathlon.

The magazine focuses on providing multi-sport training tips, nutrition articles, gear and apparel guides, athlete profiles, travel stories, and timely news pieces related to the triathlon lifestyle.

Its readers range from novice athletes and competitive amateurs to professionals. If you are not an experienced writer, please read this article: 10 Creative Writing Tips For Beginners

Submission Guidelines For Triathlete Magazine

• Writers interested in contributing should familiarize themselves with recent issues of Triathlete to understand the magazine’s style, tone, and the history of the sport.

• Queries for article ideas should be submitted via email to the Editor-in-Chief, Kelly O’Mara.

• A detailed outline is encouraged to help the editorial team assess the proposal’s value.

• For nutrition or training articles, credentials and references are required. 

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Submissions can range between:

• Full-length features: 800 to 1,500 words  
• News pieces, training articles, or nutrition pieces: 500 to 800 words

While you may submit completed articles, it’s often more successful to pitch your idea first by explaining why the article is relevant and why you’re the best person to write it.

What They Don’t Want  

• The magazine generally does not publish first-person race reports unless submitted to the #MyTri section, which features personal stories from athletes.

Eligibility Criteria For Triathlete Magazine

• Submissions are open to writers who have a clear understanding of triathlon, including the sport’s culture and history.
• Writers should be able to deliver well-researched and relevant content.
• For specialized topics like nutrition and training, it’s essential to provide relevant qualifications and references.
• There is no entry fee.

Author Rights  

Once your article is accepted for publication by Triathlete Magazine, the magazine acquires worldwide copyright to the piece.

This means they have the right to reproduce your article in any media format. By submitting your work, you agree to these terms.

Payment  

Triathlete Magazine pays writers upon publication. Based on past reports, the rate is approximately $0.50 per word for a 500-word front-of-book (FOB) article. For longer pieces, the rate may vary.

Additional Information  

Writers are encouraged to mention if photographs or illustrations can accompany the article. Good luck.