Some of my favorite pictures of triathletes enjoying life at various stops around the planet in 2014.

All photographs © Timothy Carlson

Paula Findlay found joy and renewed success with new coach Siri Lindley.

A hug for mom before she takes on XTERRA Beaver Creek.

Sebastian Kienle was relaxed and confident before his victory at Kona.

A Tribike Transport aficionado enjoys a brilliant Kona sunset.

Mad joy after the Israman swim.

Back to shore after a practice swim at Eilat.

Proud parents Luke McKenzie and Beth Gerdes with baby Wynne at Laguna Phuket.

Radka Vodickova at her villa at the Banyan Tree Resort in Laguna Phuket.

Eight-time speed skating Olympic medalist Apolo Ohno had energy to spare after the Kona Underpants Run.

Liz Blatchford and her windswept hair at the Kona pro press conference.

A.J. Baucco and his winning form at the Kona Beer Mile.

Rachel Joyce has a transcendent smile standing with coach Dave Scott after her 3rd place finish at Kona.

Amanda Stevens and husband Randy Sadler share a funny moment at Smashburger in Boulder.

The irrepressible, blissful Siri Lindley.

Sports documentary maestro Peter Henning.

Just practicing her finish line leap after the Wildflower Olympic swim.

The elegant, relaxed Jesse Thomas gets fitted for his Pearl Izumi kit.

Three-time Wildflower winner Heather Jackson shares a moment with her long time beau Sean Watkins.

Proud medal winner at the 2014 Kona kids duathlon.

Abu Dhabi International winner Tyler Butterfield dances with daughter Savana before taking her to pre-school.