Triathlon training basics

Triathlon 2014

Triathlon is a competitive event consisting of swimming, biking and running a certain distance. The goal is to complete the events in as little time as possible. I previously competed in a try-a-tri, which is a really short triathlon that allows you to participate and decide if triathlon is for you.

For 2014, I have decided to compete in the Coronation Sprint Triathlon being held on May 25, 2014. http://www.triathlon.ab.ca/index.php?view=details&id=10%3Asubway-triathlon&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=34

Find your training plan here or build a customized plan depending on the length of the triathlon that you are competing in. http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/trainingplans-list.asp

I currently train six days a week - two days of running, two of biking and two of swimming. I am getting a sense of how long it takes me to complete certain distances so that I can build some time components of the race.

It is important to improve skills for running, biking and swimming in order to get the most out of training and to build your own best performance.

Here is a quick training video about common errors people make while swimming freestyle.