Triathlon Training and Advise

So here you are. You are curious about this popular sport of triathlon and triathlon training. Can I do it? How much time do I have to commit? There are many questions, but if you have come this far to stumble upon this page and are still reading, the chances are you are closer to doing your first triathlon than you think. Please notice, I did not say "your first race", I said "your first triathlon".

I will never for get my first Tri. It was a sprint, .5 mile swim, 14 mile bike, and a 5k run. My problem was I thought it was a "race". Needless to say I felt as though my lungs were going to explode!

Warning!! This sport is addicting! I did my first sprint at the age of 29, and over 100 races later, consisting of all distances and 3 full IRONMAN races I'm still at it.

So whats next? There is so much information out there where does one begin? Relax that is where this is this site comes in to help.

Follow my current Ironman training, and view my weekly training schedule here: My Ironman Training Plan

Have a triathlon training question? Post it below, myself or my readers will be happy to help. Need a tri plan? Drop me and email and together we can find a realistic plan to fit your schedule and lifestyle. Do you have a great training plan or training routine that is unique? Then please share it with our readers. Found a great triathlon link? Please post it below.

Scroll down to the bottom for links and to see what others have said. But most importantly contribute with your comments.

Click on the "Beginner Triathlete Logo" above for beginner training programs for all distances.

For many new triathletes, the swim leg can cause the most pre-race anxiety. In addition to being comfortable swimming the race distance, one should be comfortable swimming with others. This is something that is often hard to train for. Knocked goggles, pushing and bumping does occur and if you are prepared you will be able to keep your heart rate down and finish the swim unaffected.
Below is a video of some simple swim tips to make you a more efficient and relaxed swimmer.

Leave your comments on triathlon training, stories or race reports here!

Have a question, or stumbled upon a new training technique or simply want to leave your race report? Leave it here.

What Other Visitors Have Said

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IMFL 2010
Just wrapped up my season and Coach Briody suggested I leave a race report, so here goes:

Capped off the year with IM Florida last week. Was a challenging ...

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This just in from Tom..

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Here is an interesting link regarding sports nutrition.
http://www.active.com/nutrition/Articles/Your-Nutrition-Training-Plan.htm

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Posturing: Don't be a Slouch
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The most important meal of an athletes day! Not rated yet
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Group ride? Not rated yet
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