Want to get geared up? Shop on our team stores and links below to enjoy some exclusive discounts by supporting our sponsors and partners!
✶✶✶✶ THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING CHICAGO BASED ENDURANCE SPORTS PROGRAMS AND CHARITIES! ✶✶✶✶
FTC AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Shopping through some of the links below or using our partner and affiliate discount codes may help directly support our Chicago-based endurance sports programs and initiatives without costing you anything additional – in fact most of these links and discount codes will save you a bundle! Many of our partners and sponsors provide discounts and special offers when you shop via our partner and affiliate links below – so we encourage you to bookmark and visit this page frequently for the latest deals and updates – and encourage your friends to shop here too! You’ll not only support our website but also all of our local charity partners and programs like our #SwimSafe #LadybugProject that helps provide free open water swim buoys to encourage safe swimming & open water skills clinics in Chicago!
THE 4 STAR 4%
4 STAR ENDURANCE gives an additional 4% back from all our programs and services to local Chicago-based endurance sports programs and charities. Learn more or become one of our charity partners at 4starendurance.com/charity
4 STAR CLUB “VIP DISCOUNT” NOTE: You can get even bigger VIP team discount codes (that we can’t share publicly) by joining our 4STAR CLUB and affiliated training programs, so check your email and team log in for the extra-special “VIP TEAM” discount codes!
BUT FIRST! Consider joining the 4 STAR CLUB and USA TRIATHLON to enjoy more exclusive “VIP” team discounts, perks, and special offers!
4 STAR CLUB
Get Premium TrainingPeaks, access to all our training plans, and exclusive team discounts!
USA TRIATHLON (USAT)
Join USAT to enjoy waived license fees at races, support the industry, races, clubs, and enjoy exclusive community discounts and perks!
TEAM STORES for TEAM GEAR
(SQUADLOCKER and SWIMOUTLET)
Shop for custom-branded team gear at our SQUAD LOCKER store, or click here to get $10 off your first order then shop here:
SQUAD LOCKER
SWIM OUTLET
Get 20% off swim and triathlon gear using this referral link (first time order only): https://invite.swimoutlet.com/x/uOrRW3 – then shop for great swim gear including custom-branded swimming and triathlon gear at our SwimOutlet.com via the link below:
Or visit our SwimOutlet 4 Star Team Store at https://www.swimoutlet.com/collections/4star via the banner link below to support the team and explore team-branded items:
“COACH CHRIS” GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
Coach Chris, aka “the IronMonster”, has put together lists of various types of “kit” he recommends with direct AMAZON shopping links for those who want to shop online for gear, gadgets, and technology products for endurance sports. Visit kit.co/ironmonster for shopping tips, suggestions, video tips, and direct shopping links to products he recommends!
AFFILIATED SPONSOR & PARTNER LINKS
Below you’ll find some of our affiliated sponsors and partners – highlighting some of the best sports performance and fitness products we like, use, and recommend! Shop through our affiliate links to help support this website and our programs – and in many cases get a sweet little discount too! But don’t forget to join our 4 STAR CLUB for exclusive team discount codes and special offers above and beyond what you’ll find below!
| SPONSOR | INFO | LINK |
|---|---|---|
 | MetabolicMeals is based out of St. Louis and ships prepared meals that are metabolically efficient – making meal prep a thing of the past! “It’s Like Having a Pro Chef & Expert Nutritionist Right in Your Kitchen” Their team of chefs and nutritionists create nutritionally optimized meals that are free of gluten, wheat, soy, refined sugars, artificial colors and artificial flavors – and can be tailored specifically for a wide variety of needs including Low-Carb, Keto, Diabetic, and low-sodium diets too! Use our link to get a $40 meal credit to give it a try!!! | METABOLIC MEALS LINK |
 | RealEats offers meal delivery services for a wide variety of diets including plant based, vegetarian, keto, and more! Get $80 off ($20 off your first 4 orders) using this link and add code “REALEATS-80” at checkout! | REAL EATS LINK |
 | Trifecta is a meal delivery service that can be tailored to a number of diets and preferences including vegetarian, vegan, keto, whole30 and more! Click here to get 40% off your first order! | TRIFECTA LINK |
 | HoneyStinger is a great brand for endurance sports fueling products including gels, chews, waffles, and more! Their honey-based products are easy to digest and quickly absorbed without causing a sugar crash like other sweeteners! | 15% off HONEY STINGER LINK |
 | Skratch provides a wide variety of simple and unique sports nutrition products like “hyper hydration” that generally are higher sodium (eliminating the need for salt pills/supplements) but have simpler and cleaner ingredients. Use this link to get $10 off your first purchase of $30+ | SKRATCH LINK |
 | SFuels is a newer nutrition brand designed for athletes looking to optimize low carb, high fat Metabolic Efficiency. Created by the Kona age group world record holder and coach of a Kona professional field world champion. Get a discount using our affiliate discount code: 4star | SFuels LINK |
 | Science in Sport (SIS) provides several different type of sport nutrition products, including VEGAN products and their new “BETA FUEL”! | SIS LINK |
 | Air-Relax provides compression recovery “massage” boots at great prices with some of the highest compression levels. | AIR RELAX LINK |
 | ZONE3 provides wetsuits, swim gear, and triathlon accessories. Show with our link to enjoy 20% off using code “4starendurance” or better yet, join our 4 STAR CLUB and enjoy a bigger VIP team discount up to 30-40% off products with an exclusive VIP code available in our members-only website! Learn more at www.4starendurance.com/club and join today! | ZONE3 LINK (20% off) using code “4starendurance“ |
 | SLS3 provides some of our favorite compression calf sleeves, low cost triathlon accessories, and they even have their own compression recovery boots! | SLS3 LINK |
 | Zealios makes great zinc-based sunscreen and skin care products including all natural, vegan, aloe-based skin lubricant & chamois cream to reduce chaffing while running & cycling. Try their great shampoo and conditioner for swimmers too – and shop via our link to get 15% off! | ZEALIOS LINK |
 | Fleet Feet is one of the top rated running specialty stores in Chicago (and across the country!), with great gear, fun runs, and more… and don’t miss their clearance webpage for up to 50% off! FleetFeet.com – Save up to 50% on Clearance Running Shoes, Shirts, Sports Bras and More! | FLEET FEET LINK |
 | Balega socks are some of our favorites for blister resistance – try their SILVER lining anti-microbial… they might seem expensive for technical socks, but they are well worth it… your feet will thank you!!! | BALEGA LINK |
  | RecoveryForAthletes.com provides great deals on endurance sports gear including recovery tools, nutrition, fitness equipment, fitness tech devices, and more – shop using the 4STAR LINK on the right to support our programs, then get $15 off via the second link! Purchase the Core Body Temp Sensor, various recovery tools, Garmin watch, Garmin Power Meter, Indoor Spin Bike, Foam Roller, Rowing Machines, Treadmills, or fuel up with recovery products – you can find it all here! | Recovery For Athletes 4STAR LINK Get $15 off here! |
 | MYZONE produces several great heart rate monitor options, with HR-based gamification that breeds accountability and results. Shop via our link here to get $50 off either their popular MZ-3 (a strap that is similar to the Polar H9/H10 in that it can connect via ANT+, Bluetooth, and Analog to fitness equipment), or their newest MZ-SWITCH for the most versatile HR monitor solution – a sensor that can do both PPG (optical) and EKG (chest strap) in one device to get the best of both worlds… use the EKG strap for greater accuracy and PPG for more comfort and convenience as an arm band or even to track HR while swimming! | MYZONE LINK |
   | Wahoo makes some of the best industry leading smart trainers, including the new smart bike, and great accessories like a HR-controlled cooling fan, desk, riser block, bike computers, watches, HR monitors, etc… the list goes on! We personally use the WAHOO KICKR CORE as a great all around trainer because both the KICKR and CORE have up to three bluetooth channels to help avoid connectivity problems. Shop through this link to help support out website, and don’t miss their OUTLET for ongoing discounts and bundles! | WAHOO LINK |
 | KT TAPE is the gold standard “duct-tape for athletes” – handy to tape up your knees, back, etc. to help avoid and recover from injuries! | KT TAPE LINK |
  | Vevor is a supplier of industrial and commercial carts, desks, etc. – and has fantastic low-budget options for “industrial” style indoor cycling desks and carts! The folding outdoor carts are very handy for carting around equipment like coolers and tents at outdoor events! | LINK |
  | INSIDE TRACKER provides athlete-focused blood testing with customized reports and tracking app platform that help you make sense of your blood panels as an athlete focused on fueling your body smarter through nutrition! Join the 4 STAR CLUB to receive our 25% off team discount code to get tested with several convenient options: 1. Visit a Quest Diagnostic center near you, 2. Upload test results from a prior blood draw, or 3. Schedule a mobile blood draw and they’ll come to you! (You’ll also have an option to share your results with your coach if you like – but this is completely optional) | LINK |
 | BioStarks provides a “SPORTS PERFORMANCE TEST” as an athlete blood testing service designed for those interested in optimizing performance through diet and nutrition. Use code: 4STAREND | USE CODE: 4STAREND |
 | 23andMe was one of the first and largest at home DNA testing services that we ever tested – back when it cost $1,000 to get a test completed! Now you can get a test for $99 and even enjoy 10% off using our team discount link! Getting your Genome sequenced is a personal decision, but 23andMe enabled you to download your raw genome data – which enables you to control having the ability to import your data into several other platforms like TriDot, etc. | 23andMe LINK |
 | VIOME provides health and Gut Intelligence testing through blood and stool testing that can be completed from the comfort and privacy of your own home. Get your customized nutrition report today! | VIOME LINK |
 | RENPHO provides affordable health & wellness products including heated compression massage boots, wifi smart scale, mini massager, percussion and heated thermal therapy gun, hot & cold massage gun, portable calf massager, eye massagers, indoor smart bike (for under $500!), and more + use our affiliate code “4Star” to save 10%! | RENPHO 10% off LINK using code “4Star“ |
 | AMAZFIT makes low cost but high quality sports tech devices, including a unique bluetooth+wifi weight SMART SCALE (that tracks your heart rate – for under $50!), Heart-Rate monitor Ear Buds (under $80), Sleeping Ear Buds (to help improve your sleep!), smart watches, and one of the best low cost fitness trackers (under $40). They are now also developing treadmills and more home fitness tech! | AMAZFIT LINK |
 | WYZE makes several great super-low-cost home technology products, including some of our favorites like their Noise-cancelling Bluetooth Headphones (under $60!), a $20 Bluetooth Weight Scale (sync it with TrainingPeaks via GoogleFit, etc!), and even low cost $15 COVID tests! | WYZE LINK |
  | Lumen is the world’s first hand-held, portable device to accurately measure metabolism. Once available only to top athletes, in hospitals and clinics, metabolic testing is now available to everyone. Lumen uses a CO2 sensor and flow meter to determine the CO2 concentration in a single breath. This indicates the type of fuel your body is using to produce energy. Shop and use code “4starendurance25” to get $25 off a Lumen at https://www.lumen.me?fid=1574 | LUMEN LINK |
 | BioSense is a clinical-grade FDA-registered breath ketone monitor in a consumer-friendly design that is HSA/FSA eligible. BioSense ketone test results are reported in units called ACEs – a unit that translates parts per million (ppm) of breath acetone into a blood ketone equivalent. This Ketone Score is a summary of how long and how deeply you’ve been in ketosis on any given day. This is important because research suggests that a daily Ketone Score of 120 is associated with a fat loss rate of about 0.5 pounds/week. Follow our link to receive a $20 discount when you join the 4 STAR CLUB and use this device alongside our 4 STAR ENDURANCE metabolic efficiency workouts and private coaching to train (and eat!) smarter! | BioSense LINK |
 | QUANTUM ENERGY BITES Click this link to get $5 off the QUANTUM ENERGY BITES – the “caffeinated” bars you’ll find on IRONMAN courses this year! | QUANTUM LINK |
 | FOURTH FRONTIER X (EKG “cardiac strain” Heart-rate monitor!) Join the 4 STAR CLUB to receive 10% off the Frontier X, the world’s first and only chest-worn Smart Heart Monitor that provides real-time continuous feedback on your Heart & Lungs – continuous ECG monitoring and real-time vibration alerts for Heart Rate, Effort & Cardiac Strain for athletic training, cardiac rehabilitation and remote monitoring. So basically your coach, doctor, family, etc. can see and monitor your live ECG while you’re out running, biking, etc. – or review it after a workout! | FOURTH FRONTIER X LINK |
 | CYCPLUS (Budget Cycling Technology) Need a low cost, basic GPS bike computer for under $40? Or a 2% accurate direct-drive smart trainer under $750? Or a speed/cadence sensor for under $20? How about an optical armband HR monitor for under $50? Or a battery powered car & bike pump? Shop at CYCPLUS using code “4STAR” via this affiliate link to enjoy 5% off some great low-budget cycling technology products @ https://www.cycplus.com/?ref=874ek5vq9m | CYCPLUS LINK |
 | OMRON makes medical and heart health-focused devices including blood pressure monitors, weight scales, and more. One of our favorite products is their “Complete” Blood Pressure Monitor + EKG that integrates “Kardia” technology from AliveCor, the market leader in FDA-cleared personal EKG technology, and uses an advanced new algorithm for improved detection of AFib. | OMRON LINK |
   | Wellue makes medical grade health & fitness equipment for medical professionals and everyday consumers at great prices! From portable ultrasound machines all the way down to body temp monitors for under $25, you can find a wide variety of great products from Wellue… and we now have a 10% off discount code set up to save even more! A few items to note: – Medical grade heart rate monitors for under $70 that don’t cause chaffing from a chest strap by using adhesive patches! – Handheld EKG for under $90 to monitor heart health – DUAL-HEAD massage gun for under $120 to speed up recovery – Bluetooth Thermometer for under $35 – Bluetooth Oximeter with continuous, real-time monitoring for under $100! – Bluetooth Blood Pressure monitors for under $50! – Bluetooth Weight Scale for under $50! Check out many of the low cost, but “medical-grade” monitoring gadgets for your heart health, blood pressure, weight, as well as real-time, temp, blood oxygen, and more from Wellue! Simply use code “4STAR” and receive 10% off all their great products at https://getwellue.com/?ref=4star | WELLUE LINK |
  | HOMEDICS makes a wide variety of health & wellness products from air purifiers and humidifiers to UV sanitizers, to relaxation, massage and recovery tools including a nice percussion massage gun with HOT & COLD settings! Check out their exclusive SALE items for great deals! | HOMEDICS LINK |
 | CHICAGO TRIATHLON – Enjoy $10 off the Chicago Triathlon when you join the 4 STAR CLUB – plus, enjoy a special CLUB TEAM tent at both the SWIM START and FINISH LINE to meet up with your coaches, friends, and family! Friends & Family are welcome to join us on race day to cheer you on from both of our exclusive CLUB TEAM tent areas! | |
 | HOKA produces some of the best cushioned running shoes with a wide variety of options for all athlete types and conditions. These are hands down our favorite brand of running shoes! Great cushioning, support, and they are high mileage shoes that are designed to last! | HOKA LINK (Canada only) |
 | Insta360 produces great video equipment including their LINK webcam and action cameras that include the tiny INSTA360 GO2, the newest modular ONE RS 1-INCH 360 and handy ONE X3 … or any of their really cool ACCESSORIES that will help you take great shots! Shop via each of the following 4STAR links for bonus gifts with purchase (e.g. free selfie stick, cases, lens covers, etc.)!  | SPECIAL OFFER LINKS: INSTA360 GO2 ONE R ONE X3 ACCESSORIES LINK |
 | DJI makes innovative video camera gimbals, drones, and action cameras that are similar to GO PRO and INSTA360. Ideal for triathlon and endurance sports – particularly their DJI ACTION 2. | DJI LINK |
 | ANKER produces some of the highest quality electronics charging technology – USB chargers, power strips, battery backup packs and 3D printers, and more. They are one of the leading innovators of the newest GaN (Gallium Nitride) devices which allows for smaller devices with faster charging technology that also produces less heat! Great for your pain cave, any place you want your tech generating less heat, or any on-the-go charging technology needs! | ANKER LINK |
 | NEBULA makes some of the highest quality home and professional grade projectors that are battery powered and feature both horizontal and vertical “automatic keystone” technology – perfect for creating the ultimate home “pain cave” experience with 100″+ screen sizes, or taking an immersive experience outdoors or on the go! | NEBULA LINK |
 | ASUS makes great performing, lower cost computers, wifi “gaming” routers, and projectors (among other tech) and they are always a great overall value for a well-designed, stylish, high quality tech products! | ASUS LINK |
 | BLACKVIEW makes “ruggedized” phones and tablets that are low cost and durable with long battery life – rated to “military grade”…. a great option if you want to add a second device/screen for trainer workouts on your bike! | BLACK VIEW LINK |
 | NORDICTRACK makes some of the best commercial-grade treadmills and indoor bikes that have one of the best video-based virtual training apps around – iFit! | NORDICTRACK LINK |
 | YESOUL makes inexpensive “Peloton Bike” alternatives that work with Zwift and most popular cycling apps – the S3 model is a great option if you want to get someone new into virtual cycling for under $400-500 all in since it’s a basic spin bike that can broadcast power data! Use our link to get 10% off but note that their S3 bike and others are smaller overall so may only properly fit saddle heights for individuals up to about 6’1″ | YESOUL LINK |
 | HYDROW makes the “Peloton of Rowing Machines” and is a great investment if you are looking for the best in class ultra premium rowing machine experience that is virtually quiet, has great instructional videos, and short 10-15min video workouts that are great for the time-crunched endurance athlete looking to build your full-body strength! Save 10% (up to $250 off) using our HYDROW referral link here: https://share.hydrow.com/x/V1vsxb | HYDROW LINK |
 | UNDER ARMOUR makes a wide variety of sports gear and tech – including high performance SLEEP and RECOVER gear featuring Celliant’s near infrared cooling technology – great for improving sleep and recovery with a low resting HR and high HRV! | UNDER ARMOUR LINK |
 | AMERICAN EXPRESS – Apply for an American Express Card through our referral link and you’ll get an extra reward if you’re approved – such as a $100 gift card or a $125 Amazon gift card! https://americanexpress.com/en-us/referral/cobrand/CHRISN5HXe?XLINK=MYCP | AMEX LINK |
 | BOOKING.COM is one of the world’s largest online booking websites. Shop through our affiliate links to support our website and find their best hotel deals or B&B hotels or even book a complete guest or vacation home in Kona, Hawaii! | BOOKING LINK |
    | DIRECT HOTEL & AIRLINE BOOKINGS are always some of the best places to find deals, so be sure to visit these links to book direct: CHOICE HOTELS IHG HOTELS MARRIOTT HOTELS HYATT HOTELS HILTON HOTELS SOUTHWEST AIRLINES UNITED AIRLINES | SEE LINKS |
 | SPINLISTER is a bike rental service where you can find and rent bikes (and accessories like race wheels) locally around the world. Use our link to enjoy $5 off your first rental! https://spinlister.com/s/cc5434 | SPINLISTER LINK |
 | SMUGMUG provides unlimited photo and video storage – check them out and get 25% off using our referral link! | SMUGMUG LINK |
 | ZOOM provides a great tool to meet virtually. Want to upgrade to the PRO version of Zoom? Use our referral link to save 30% off your first year of ZOOM PRO at https://rewards.zoom.us/FOUR7 | ZOOM LINK |
✶✶✶✶ THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING CHICAGO BASED ENDURANCE SPORTS PROGRAMS AND CHARITIES! ✶✶✶✶
FTC AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Shopping through some of the links below or using our partner and affiliate discount codes may help directly support our Chicago-based endurance sports programs and initiatives without costing you anything additional – in fact most of these links and discount codes will save you a bundle! Many of our partners and sponsors provide discounts and special offers when you shop via our partner and affiliate links below – so we encourage you to bookmark and visit this page frequently for the latest deals and updates – and encourage your friends to shop here too! You’ll not only support our website but also all of our local charity partners and programs like our #SwimSafe #LadybugProject that helps provide free open water swim buoys to encourage safe swimming & open water skills clinics in Chicago!
THE 4 STAR 4%
4 STAR ENDURANCE gives an additional 4% back from all our programs and services to local Chicago-based endurance sports programs and charities. Learn more or become one of our charity partners at 4starendurance.com/charity
4 STAR CLUB “VIP DISCOUNT” NOTE:
You can get even bigger VIP team discount codes (that we can’t share publicly) by joining our 4STAR CLUB and affiliated training programs, so check your email and team log in for the extra-special “VIP TEAM” discount codes!