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Are you ready to compete in your very first triathlon? Are you confused about where to begin your training?
If you are a beginner triathlete, you have come to the right place. This article will provide you with information, tips, and strategies on how to start your first race.
The language is simple and easy to understand, with no fancy terms that only a serious triathlete would understand. There is not an extensive guide that you have to follow. This article is simply to provide you with a starting point to make sure that you are at a level of fitness to compete successfully.
Keep it Simple
First of all, as a beginner triathlete it is most important to remember that this should be fun. That being said, do not go overboard with your training. You will simply need to make sure that you have a basic level of fitness for each of the triathlon events, swimming, running, and biking.
For your first race you do not need to follow some extensive training plan. There is no need to exhaust yourself as your first race should be more about understanding what a triathlon entails and less about competing.
Honestly, it is not really about the amount of time that you spend training, but rather about how your training time is utilized. Here are a few tips to get you started.
Tip 1: Picking a Race
The first thing that you need to do is pick a race. As a beginner triathlete, a sprint race is typically the best option. This is a shorter race that offers a great step into the world of triathlons. A typical sprint triathlon involves a swimming competition of anywhere from 0.25 miles up to 0.62 miles, biking from 5 to 18 miles, and running from 1 to 4 miles.
Tip 2: Equipment Choices
If you are a beginner triathlete, there is no need to invest in fancy equipment for your first race. The fancy stuff can come later, for now stick to the basics.
For swimming you will need to have some goggles and a swim cap. If the race consists of an open water swim, you may need to have a wetsuit.
For the bicycling portion of the race you will need to have a bike, of course. Any bike that is in decent condition is good enough for your first race. You will be required to wear a helmet as well. You may want to have cycling shorts, repair equipment, such as spare tires, and a water bottle on hand as well.
For the run you will need to have a good pair of running shoes. They should fit well and be comfortable to wear. Your clothes for the run should be breathable and comfortable to wear. You should have a hat to wear as well. The hat should be made of mesh to allow for breathe-ability.
Tip 3: Swimming
The swim is typically the most challenging portion of the triathlon for the beginner triathlete. If you are a relatively new swimmer, it is a good idea to consult a local swim coach for advice. You may want to sign up for some type of swim lesson as part of your training. Swimming is a technical sport and any improvement in your technique can help you to shave minutes off your swim time, which can result in more energy for the rest of your race.
Tip 4: Bicycling
The bicycling portion is the second part of the race and most individuals, beginners included, find biking to be the easiest portion of the race. When you start training for the bicycling portion of the race, you will want to make sure to start slowly and build up your endurance. A good goal is to start with short distances and build up to the length of the bicycle portion of the race plus 10% longer.
The bicycle portion offers you a chance to rehydrate your body during the race. It is important to make sure that you practice biking on all types of surfaces with the bike you will be using for the race.
Tip 5: End of the Race
The run is the last part of the race and can be difficult. The reason is that you are already tired from the first two portions of the race. When training for your triathlon run, you need to make sure that you improve your time and distance running, but you will also need to make sure to train to run when your legs are tired.
You will have just finished the cycling portion of the race when you begin your run. This means that your legs will be tired. While focusing on distance needs to be your first priority, you will need to remember that building up your stamina is important as well.
As a beginner triathlete, the most important advice I can give you is have fun. Do not push yourself to hard. Remember, this is your first race and the focus should just be on completing it. There will be plenty more races to improve on.
If you are truly ready to begin your training as a triathlete, download a free copy of "The 7 Biggest Mistakes Triathletes Make," now.
Ironman Triathlete and Endurance Swimmer Carolyn Elliott has been a competitive athlete since 1972. She is also a nurse with an extensive background in nutrition. Tips which took her years to discover and finesse is freely shared so that you can get a jump start on your training and competition. She provides triathletes of all level her expertise on the sport.
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