Triathlon

Triathlon Focuses on Three Sports

A triathlon is an athletic event that includes swimming, running, and cycling. The triathlete therefore must focus his or her training on all three parts. There are actually five different lengths of triat

Swimming Efficiently Requires Vessel Shaping

In order to improve their swimming times, athletes competing in a Triathlon should focus on their vessel shaping. Usually a triathlete will focus on increasing their propulsion through the water,

Running is the last event in an Ironman

In 1974, when the San Diego Track Club held the first one in modern history, triathletes would run first, than bike, and then swam. Running came first because it was what came naturally to the athletes

You may have had coaches that make you count strokes throughout the workout, either by mixing it into drill sets, the main set, or at the end of workout. Some coaches recommend making a habit of always keeping track of your stroke count. As a coac

Ask most triathletes and they will tell you they have never used visualization as a training tool for their Ironman Triathlons. In fact, they most likely have little idea what its about. It's surprising considering that world class athletes have

Training diets come in dozens of shapes and sizes. It will just make you crazy! Trying to figure out what to eat and what not to eat. Especially when you start doing some serious training and you are HUNGRY when you get home. Well the good news is

Without a doubt the bike-equipment you choose can greatly influence the outcome of your first Ironman Triathlon.

However, don't believe for a moment that the more expensive the bike, the easier and faster your bike split will be. The most i

If you are determined to attempt your first ironman, but a bit nervous about the swim, this may make you feel better.

Historically, more first time Ironman starters are more experienced in the run and/or the bike as opposed to the swim. You

For many people "doing" weights is a scarey thought. They really feel they will be terribly out of place with all those muscle-bound types in the weight room.

I agree that was the case years ago, but not anymore. You'll even find senior citi

Volunteering is a wise option if you are not quite ready to commit to your first Ironman Triathlon.

You may be unsure if the Ironman is a challenge you feel you want to undertake at this point in your life. There's no shame in that. It make