Have you wanted to try a triathlon however found yourself scared of doing those distances? The iron man is a painful race but it is not the only triathlon you could consider doing. There are actually shorter triathlons that you can do to experience the fun.

 

There are three main levels of distances for a triathlon.The biggest is the brutal Iron Man which includes a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike ride, and a 26.2 mile run. The next is the Olympic triathlon, which includes a .93 mile swim, a 24.8 mile bike ride and a 6.2 mile run. The smallest of the three is called a sprint which consists of a .47 mile swim, followed by a 12.4 mile bike, and a 3.1 mile run. Sprints have become widely popular across the United States.

 

The Triathletes Training Bible is a great way to start getting yourself geared up towards training for one. This book is considered one of the great books on the sport. It goes into great detail about training down to what your workout plan should be week to week. It is a great self coaching book to get you on the way to completing your first triathlon. Furthermore you can learn tips about the race day itself.

 

It is common after completing your first tri to want to try another or move up to a longer one. It might just end up you become an amazing athlete yourself.

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