We understand that beginner triathletes come in all shapes and sizes and that there isn't a one-size-fits-all training solution. That is why the list below contains a handful of choices rather than only one.
For you tire-kickers who aren't ready to jump into training just yet, start off with our Beginner Triathlete Basics page to learn the essentials of what takes to navigate your way into the mini-triathlon world. It's written in non-technical terms to give the average Joe or Jane perspective on whether the sport of triathlon is for him or her.
- Triathlete Magazine's Complete Triathlon Book: The Training, Diet, Health, Equipment, and Safety Tips You Need to Do Your Best
- Triathlete Magazine's Guide to Finishing Your First Triathlon
- Triathloning for Ordinary Mortals: And Doing the Duathlon Too
- Triathlon Swimming Made Easy: The Total Immersion Way for Anyone to Master Open-Water Swimming
- Training Plans for Multisport Athletes: Your Essential Guide to Triathlon, Duathlon, XTERRA, Ironman, and Endurance Racing
- Slow Fat Triathlete: Live Your Athletic Dreams in the Body You Have Now
- Your First Triathlon
- Triathlon Workout Planner (Paperback Book)
- Triathlete Magazine's Essential Week-by-Week Training Guide: Plans, Scheduling Tips, and Workout Goals for Triathletes of All Levels
- The Woman Triathlete
- Triathlete Magazine's Guide to Finishing Your First Triathlon
Timeframe for Training:
The average person requires 6-9 months to train for a triathlon. In addition to being able to swim, bike and run properly, you'll need to be able to sustain these activities for roughly two hours...or more if you're goal is to compete in a distance longer than a sprint/mini-triathlon.
We are always interested in your feedback, so please let us know what you think about the list!
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