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TriathaNewbie.com is dedicated to guiding beginner triathletes into the world of mini-triathlons. It contains explanations, tips and recommendations that are easy for YOU, the average person, to understand.

2010 Race Schedules: Schedules should be available Jan/Feb of 2010. Feel free to check out our recommended races, but wait to email us about dates until then.

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Turkey Triathlons - What better way to spend your Thanksgiving than completing a triathlon, eating amazing food and taking a nap!
2010 Calendar Avaialable in early 2010 - It's my first triathlon, so I'll actually be looking to do a mini-triathlon, and need some help finding one close to the bay area.
Open Water Triathlon Swim (video) - We thought that these were great videos on how to swim in open water -- We know you'll love them too!
Lazy Triathlon - I did my first mini-triathlon in July. What got me into the sport was a Lazy Triathlon that my local YMCA put on.
Indoor Triathlon Swim (video) - A great guide for beginners
Knee Surgery and Triathlon Training - I have had complete knee joint replacement of both knees in May of 07
Hundreds to Make a Splash at Inaugural Amica Championship - Amica Championship, a sprint triathlon, debuts Nov. 1 at Lake Pleasant Park
Pool Etiquette 101 - So you've never swam during lap swim in your life? Well, Pool Etiquette 101will give you the confidence to start training.
Seasonal Nutrition for Triathletes - As a triathlete, should I be changing my diet through the year depending on my training? Like eating more protein in the winter, more carbohydrate in the summer, etc? In other words, do I change my diet throughout the training year?
Average Triathlon Times - I would like to know, in general, what the race times are like (fast and slow) for a mini triathlon In my case it will be a .5 mile swim 12 mile bike and 5K run.
2010 Calendar Avaialable in early 2010 - I am interested to see if there are any mini-triathlons scheduled for next year (spring/summer of 2010) in the Denver, CO area?
Red Cross Tri Recommendation - Wow, day after my first Sprint-TRI. It was the American Red Cross Tri at St. Simons Island GA.
Triathlon Gear Shopping - I am just getting into triathlon and see many things to wear/not wear at your first tri but cannot find anywhere that says what national stores generally cary tri clothing.
2010 Race Schedules Available in February - I have never done a triathalon and am looking for a mini in the Sacramento or surrounding area.
"Throw Away" Shoes for Swim to Bike (T1) - It is a paved road. Should I run this distance in my cycling shoes, or go in socks/barefeet and put the shoes on at the mount point?
My "First Triathlon" Story: It was an amazing feeling to finish - Yesterday I completed my first mini-triathlon. It was an amazing feeling to finish!
Mini-Triathlons in the Massachusetts, 02492 area - Looking for a first mini/sprint triathlon this month (September). I am in shape and ready to go. Had hoped to do Hyannis/Craigville, but got shut out
The Pros of Protein - What is Protein? Protein is found throughout the body. It is in muscle, bone, skin, hair, and virtually every other body part...
Cut-off Race Times - I am considering a full ironman. My swim is really slow. Do these races have swim cutoff times that you have to be in by? If so, what is it?

Swim - Get the low-down on wetsuits and swim suits, find info on safe water workouts and read tips for training and events.

Bike - Learn how how to structure bike workouts, find safety tips and read recommendations on great bike gear.

Run - Get the ultimate skinny on running sneakers, running gear, safety tips and much more.

Transitions are the times between the swim and bike and the bike and run. Any time you are in the transition area, you need to know how to get through it without wasting time. Here are some suggestions:

Setting Up Your Transition Spot
Triathlon Swim Transition
Triathlon Bike Transition
Triathlon Run Transition - There is no Run Transition, just a Finish Line!

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2010 Races Open in Feburary - I am trying to find a mini-triathlon in my region in the spring. Would like to train this fall/winter. Any suggestions?

Is there Anything I Can Wear that is a One Stop Shop? I am doing my first tri on the 12th of Sept. Is there anything i can wear that is a one stop shop. Can wear the same thing for the swim, bike, and run?

2010 Race Schedules Available in February - Will it be a problem if neither of us are particularly good swimmers, and is there a training schedule you recommend following?

My "First Triathlon" Story - I will do some more novice races

What are the Age Groups in a Triathlon Race? I am a 57 year old college student my question is: are there age groups?

Summer Races Not Posted Until Early 2010, But Training Starts NOW! What mini triathlons do you offer in the adirondacks? Old Forge, Lake Placid Region for 2010? Never tried one and would like to

Triathlon Specific Diets - I am having a hard time finding a general outline for a regualar daily diet. Where do I start on what and how much intake.

Mother and Daughter Team - My daughter and I are interested in training for our first mini-triathlon

Trisuits - Do Trisuits keep you dry (like drysuits) after swimming session, or simply dry quickly?

Wetsuit and Transition 1 (T1) Tips - After an ocean swim where do you put your wet suit and what should be worn under it?

Mini-Triathlons in the California, 90065 area - Is there a mini-triathlon in the Los Angeles area this fall or late summer?

Mini-Triathlons in the Ludowici, Georgia area - I was wondering if there was a Mini Triathlon to just watch and see if it is something I want to attempt one day.

Race Day Events: Tri Fall Creek Falls in Pikeville, TN on 08/16/09 is a wonderful race in Tennessee's most beautiful State Park.

Mini-Triathlons in the California, 95252 area - Hi, I'm newbie to triathlons and am looking for a mini one for beginners in or around the Sacramento, California region, know any?

Eleventh Annual Against The Tide - One-mile swim, two-mile kayak, and three-mile fitness walk to benefit the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition.

Mini-Triathlons in the Colorado, 81521 area - Have not been able to find a mini in our area, do you know of any?

Mini Triathlons in the California, 92104 area - I haven't really started training yet so something the winter or spring would be idea, although I could go as early as the fall.

Greater Cleveland Youth Triathlon - Come join us for the Greater Cleveland Triathlon and Duathlon on August 8 & 9, 2009.

Mini-Triathlons in the California, 93536 area - I'm just getting started & am looking for a mini triathlon in the So. Cal area within the next 2-3 months.

My "First Triathlon" Story: I had several "I'd do that differently next time" moments

How to Avoid A Frightening Start: Think Out of the Pack (video) - We thought that this was, quite possibly, the funniest video we've seen depicting a triathlon start and wanted to share it with you for a laugh!

My "First Triathlon" Story: Now I'm Hooked - I just finished my first sprint triathalon. I was super happy to finish 3rd in my age category

My "First Triathlon" Story: The Race Within the Race - So as I was riding, a girl passed me who I thought looked very strong and someone for me to keep up with or in the best case- someone to beat...

Getting Down to The Core- The ‘Core’ is defined as a center or foundation. It is not without reason that we refer to our lower abdomen as our core. When we speak of strengthening our belly muscles, we refer to it as ‘core strengthening’.

My "First Triathlon" Story: Thanks for All of Your Help - It was an experience I will never forget, and I am already contemplating another.

My "First Triathlon" Story: I Finished the Race! I was pretty nervous when I saw how far the buoys looked, but I knew that would happen from reading articles on this site.

My "First Triathlon" Story - Go Me! I finished my first triathlon today - the Wheat Ridge (CO) triathlon. In the last year I've lost 60 pounds and I started training for this in about January.