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 After Trying to "Fake" the Swim - I actually made up some ground on the bike and run, and finished 23rd out of 86 overall (5th out of 14 in my AG), not a bad showing for a first triathlon and a truly miserable swim.
Trying to "Fake" the Swim - The first 50 yards were OK. Then I turned my head to breathe and caught a mouthful of water. Coughing I tried to recover the best I could just in time to get my goggles kicked.
Suggestions on Trainnig Guides for Brand New Beginners - Do yuo have any suggestions on trainnig guides for brand new beginners, or groups in Peoria AZ? "Smashing" From Merseyside, England - Your website is just amazing nearly all of my questions have been answered
Traithlon Swim: Safety First - Because of my body type I sink instead of float. Should I invest in a wetsuit so I can be able to swim longer?
Nutrition and Triathlon - I need advice on diet and what to eat. I signed up for my first Sprint Tri September 11th.
Bike and Swim Questions from a Newbie - I would like to start training for my first mini-triathlon. I'm a real beginner, and I have 2 questions.
Triathlon Swim: Freestyle or Breast Stroke? My swim, is not the strongest,my breast stroke, is much stronger, than my crawl.
"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?
Knee Surgery and Triathlon Training - I have had complete knee joint replacement of both knees in May of 07
Walking vs. Running
Clarification for those who CANNOT Physically Run
Sneakers in the UK?
Hi,
Do people wear sneakers in uk?
Racing with Your Ipod - I
listen to music always when I train and listened to it for the bike and run
part of the indoor race.
Is Walking Acceptable? I can swim and bike, but I have to walk fast instead of run
because of knee problem. Is that considered acceptable?
Walk or Run? I need general info on what a mini-marathon entails. I am not a runner so I am looking of a mini that allows the "running" portion to be a walking portion, if there is such a thing.
Foot Cramps During Swimming - I just started swimming for my first triathalon which is in
June. I am getting severe toe cramps...
Toe and Foot Cramps - I'm planning on my first mini this July. I have struggled somewhat with getting foot/toe cramps while swimming. Any suggestions on how to avoid cramps when swimming?!
Take a bad swim and make it better - I just completed my first sprint triathlon. Although I felt prepared for the swim, I found it to be the hardest and most frustrating activity. As I sized up the distance of the out and back swim, I didn't think I'd have any problems completing the distance.
Walk or Run? I just signed up for my first ever mini triathalon. 1/2 mile swim, 10 mile bike, 3 mile run. Do you have a daily training regimem for beginners?
Question on Mountain bike and walking during the run portion - I have two questions. 1.) is it ok if i ride a mountain bike (trek 4300) for the bike portion, and 2.) what if i walk fast during the 'run'. is that ok or will i get the boot. :] is there a time limit for most mini's?...
Biking Questions from a First-timer - I've been training hard for my first mini tri and since I don't live that far from the event site, I attempted a brick on the actual bike/run route. This was not my first brick, but I found the bike route to be incredibly challenging -- even though I have been doing some hill work in training previously.
Wetsuit and Transition 1 (T1) Tips - After an ocean swim where do you put your wet suit and what should be worn under it?
Nausea and Swimming - Everything is
going fine except that I feel nauseous in the middle of the swim every time.
First-Time Triathlon Fears - I have read just about every article you have posted..I now know that I'm normal with my fears! |
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Water Shoes in a Triathlon - I'm a 44 year old female runner venturing to compete in my first triathlon.Here's a dumb question-in the swim portion can you wear water shoes??
Trisuits - I'm a real newbie - only 14 years old, and I wanted to know what tri suits were meant to be worn for? Do you wear them for all three legs?
Best Triathlon Bike for a First-Timer - I am trying to help my husband be successful in his first mini-triathalon. What kind of Treks or Raleigh bike should we be looking at? Please help.
Best Triathlon Bike for a First-Timer - I am doing a triathlong in august and am searching for a bike. the bike leg is 12 miles and im looking for an entry bike for triathlons.
What to Wear for a Mini-triathlon - Do I swim, bike and run with a swimwuit on and shorts? What do I wear!? Hybrid Bikes and Off-Road Triathlons - Should I purchase wider tires, or just ride as is?
Best Bikes for Triathlons - I was hoping you could offer some advice on what to look for (and what to look out for, too) in buying a bike unseen.
Tri Suits vs. Swim Suits - The swim leg is in a pool, do you recommend wearing a tri suit or my reg. suit...
What to wear for a Mini-Triathlon: T1 - Do most girls just throw on a tight tank top over their wet bathing suit and wear their suit the whole time?
Using a Mountain Bike in a Triathlon - We both own mtn bikes. Will they be okay for a 7 mile ride?
Best Bikes for Triathlons - I was hoping you could offer some advice on what to look for (and what to look out for, too) in buying a bike unseen.
Tri Suits vs. Swim Suits - The swim leg is in a pool, do you recommend wearing a tri suit or my reg. suit... Using a Mountain Bike in a Triathlon - We both own mtn bikes. Will they be okay for a 7 mile ride?
Bike Selection for a Frist Time Triathlete - Are there any bikes that are not allowed in a triathlon?
Knowing When to Invest in the Sport - I am trying to keep my costs down until I determine if I want to
continue doing tri's.
Using a Snorkle During the Swim Leg of a Triathlon - My dad swims over a mile each
day but needs to use a snorkle as he has arthritis in his neck and can't
turn his head to the side.
What to Wear Under Your Speed Suit (Wet Suit) - My question is do you wear a pair of tights underneath to strip down to at the transition area, or do you just pull down the top of the suit and leave it on for the rest of the race? Getting your Wetsuit Off during Transition 1 (T1) Video - I get stuck in my wetsuit and almost kill myself trying to get the darn thing off during my swim transition.
Supporting "The Two Girls", A GREAT Bra for Triathletes - I am a 36DD and can't find anything supportive enough to wear to swim , bike and run. Any suggestions?
Swim Cap Options and More - I am looking for a good swimming cap, any suggestion which brand name I should look for? Keeping Prices Low in a Triathlon - What can I expect to spend in order to be prepared for my first tri?
Bike Recommendation for Your 1st Triathlon - What would you suggest for a first timer?
Bike Jerseys or Tech Shirts for the Run - Are the bike jerseys better ? Which do you recommend?
Difference Between Tri-Bikes and Road Bikes - Do I
really need a tri bike or can I be competitive locally with a regular road
bike?
Suped up Motobecane - I am new to the sport and don't have much cash to dump on a bike.
The Use of Camelbaks While Racing - Is the use of Camelbaks or other wearable hydration packs allowed in Triathlons?
Trisuits -
Do Trisuits keep you dry (like drysuits) after swimming session, or simply dry quickly?
I Don't Know What to Wear - I am doing my first triathlon this weekend and I don't know
what to wear!
Supporting "The Two Girls", A GREAT Bra for Triathletes - I am a 36DD and can't find anything supportive enough to wear to swim , bike and run. 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?
Man Socks -
What socks should men wear with sneakers and shorts?
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
Tri suits, gear questions and a great tri tip - Would a trisuit be appropriate to wear for the whole event? Worried about being too hot and chaffing!
What to wear for a mini-triathlon - i am about to do a triathlon and have no idea about what to where on the day.
The Bra Situation for Well Endowed Ladies - Just wanted to comment on the bra situation for well endowed ladies! First off get a good bra -- no anything they sell in sports stores or anything that has a treandy name -- go to a bra shop and get a proper fitting.
Bike Shorts vs. Swim Shorts - Considering my first tri this summer. The swim will be in a pool. What to wear? They're will be no wetsuit. Bike shorts? w/no padding?
Biking Shorts Question - I am thinking about doing a sprint triathalon, and was
wondering whether people swim in their bike shorts, or put them on after
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Encouraging Tips - Whenever I think I can't do my first sprint triathlon in June, I read your encouraging tips and suggestions and regain my confidence. Balancing life with Triathlon Training - I am about 15 lbs heavier than I prefer, and have pains after a few miles in side, hips, and sometime calves and legs. I am training to run a half marathon in July and a triathlon in August, and would like advice.
Diabetes and Triathlon - Do you have any suggestions on how I can maintain nutrition both during my training and the race, that will not adversely affect my diabetes??
Triathlon Blogs - I am a 53 year old vertically and horizontally challenged (5\'0 / 160.2 lbs) female desk jockey preparing for my first (hopefully of many!) mini triathlons
Healthy Lifestyles Through Triathlons - One of my lifetime goals has been to participate in (at least) a minitriathalon, and more recently to do it before turning 45.
Replacing Strength Training with Yoga - Can one hour of yoga count as strength or do I need to do a sculpting class or free weights?
Preparing for the Swim as a Marathoner - I am not a good swimmer and currently cannot swim continuously in the pool.
Triathlon Newbies: From No Clue to Training with Ease - Do you have a day by day training for a REAL newbie? I am just starting to workout. Can swim about 8 laps only, run about 1 mile! Need help. thanks so much.
Ready for an Ironman - Ok so my question is about when do you decide you are ready for a full Iron Distance Tri?
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.
Where to Begin -
Where do I
get started and when would I be physically able to enter one?
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?
Healthy Lifestyles Through Triathlons - One of my lifetime goals has been to participate in (at least) a minitriathalon, and more recently to do it before turning 45.
Purely for Self Gratification and Accomplishment - I am deploying to Iraq for my second combat tour with the infantry. This is something I want to do purely for self gratification and accomplishment. I guess my only question is do you think I will be able to finish.
Brand New and Ready to Get in Shape! I am very out of shape--yet, I've worked out on and off my whole life.
Triathlon Plan for a Healthy 2010 - I want to get healthier for the new year and maybe do a triathlon this summer. Do you have any suggestions that can help me?
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.
What are the Age Groups in a Triathlon Race? I am a 57 year old college student my question is: are there age groups?
Above and Beyond Triathlon Race Organizers - Several "what to expect" clinics have been offered
in addition to race site swim clinics...all free of charge!
TriathaLadies: Healthy Triathlon Dinner - I am participating with a group of friends in our first mini
triathlon. We are gathering from all over the west and the only time we
have to get together is the night before the event after the orientation.
What do you suggest I serve for dinner?
Stretching Tips for Sore Muscles - So I'm in the middle of my training for my first mini-triathlon and I\'m finding I'm sore most of the time. Do you have any stretching tips?
Triathlon Distances -
How long is a sprint race? What does the race consist of?
Mini-Triathlons for Kids - Can you give me any tips for training for a triathlon, and helping me convince my parents i can do one? I'm thinking of training for a year or two first... generally cary tri clothing.
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?
Sprint, Olympic or Ironman Distance for a First-timer - Should I stick with the sprint and then do an international after more
practice?
I just finished my first mini-triathlon - I just finished my first mini-triathlon ... with
just a few bumps in the road.
I'm doing my first mini triathlon tomorrow!!! Its a 70 m swim, 9.5 mile bike, and 2 mile run. I\'m super nervous and was wondering if you had any last minute tips.
Gale Bernhardt Training Programs - Help! My first triathalon is in October and I don't know where to begin when it comes to training. Do you have a beginniners training 3-month schedule?
Late Summer/Early Fall Triathlons in New York - I want more info about what's coming up in August or Sept.
Where do I begin? I haven't officially started training for triathlons yet. I haven't even figured out what kind of bike I am going to get yet
Fall Triathlons in Maryland - I am looking for a mini treathlon near the Maryland area for the early fall. Can you suggest any?
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
I am doing my first mini triathlon!! I am 42 and am just preparing to start training for my first mini tri in September. I have a questions about the swim to bike transition. Do women remove their swimsuits, or put bike/run wear over them?
Canadian Friends - I am JUST starting out and wondering how important is it that I get tri-bars on my bike and clipless pedals on my bike? They are expensive and I am a little nervous about using them.
Top Ten Newbie Mistakes - They say the best way to learn is to make mistakes. As a newbie and Clydesdale, in my first year of competing I've made my share of mistakes Here is my Top ten list of Newbie mistakes
Training Groups in Hillcrest KZN, South Africa -
I'm a mom in Hillcrest KZN, South Africa looking for anyone else in the area that are already training or thinking of training for a triathlon.
How Do I Know I'm Ready? I'm a gym rat and am in good shape. I put hundreds of miles on my bike, my swim is ok and my running is improving but is tough.
GREAT SITE!!
I am doing my first mini triathlon!! Ok..I am doing it..I am doing my first mini triathlon!! I am 48, in good physical shape and pumped to achieve my goal of finishing this event. I have read your website over and over and keep referring to it for information and inspiration.
Canadian Friends - I know i am from Canada but i was wondering exactly how long is a mini triathlon the running,biking and swimming???
Broken Toe - I recently broke my 4th toe and am scheduled to do my first sprint tri in 3 weeks. I have been training and can still bike but currently ahve a lot of pain walking and have not ran at all. Any info on how long it\'ll take to heal and suggestions about running with the pain.
2010 Race Schedules Available in February - I have never done a triathalon and am looking for a mini in the Sacramento or surrounding area. help finding one close to the bay area.
Workout Suggestions
I am thinking of doing a mini or half iron man next year.
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?
Mother and Daughter Team -
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