Triathlon Running Run

Finishing a triathlon may be the most rewarding experience of your life. It is a grueling challenge that tests all of your endurance and muscle groups. After a long swim and bike ride, you are likely to be exhausted prior to your run. There are a few triathlon running tips that will support you get a leg up on your competitors.

When you are ten minutes out from the bike to run transition point, start out standing on your bike and pedaling. This will get your hip flexors and calves stretched out and ready for the run. It will save on warm up time, and those initial few miles may be at your normal race pace rather than your warm up pace.

Many racers will eat at the bike to run transition point. While your body will likely need feed at this point, this is not the best place for your eat. If you are attempting to have an energy drink and chew on a bar when just starting your run, you will likely not be competent to find your pace very easily. It is better to get 5-10 minutes into the run before attempting to consume your energy snacks. This will mean, however, that you ought to not come off the bike thirsty and hungry.

Finally, if possible, get to recognise your race route prior to the start out of the race. This will grant you to see the exits from the transition area. You may also plan on where the best place will be to eat your snack and get your intake of water.

With a little planning and a whole lot of motivation, you may have a rewarding and gratifying triathlon experience.

Triathlon Running Run

Triathlon Running Run Picture

Triathlon Running Run

Triathlon Running Run Picture

Triathlon Running Run

Triathlon Running Run Pic

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One Response to Triathlon Running Run

  1. Aimee (I Tri To Be Me) says:

    Congrats for all of your awesome!

    I love those P&G commercials. And yes, I tear up every time! My boys are now 4 1/2 and 2 1/2 and constantly wondering where the time went. It just flies by! They are not babies anymore and my oldest is already talking about wanting to do a triathlon and running race with me someday! I love it, but it just makes me realize how fast growing up!

    For me, scheduled to do my second HIM and first marathon this fall and already stressing about them. I know I have plenty of time to train, but I also know that they will be here before I know it! I have to remind myself to trust in my training and have confidence that I can do it!