Triathlon?

[Rick]

I have done several sprints and Olympic ones, and a half iron. Most people that start tris are runners already, the bike is relatively easy (depending how hilly the course is). As already said, doing some bike/run bricks is important as that can be a hard transition. But most people just starting have done little to no distance swimming and need to really focus on that. I used to swim across a smallish lake and then run the trails around it (about 4 miles) and that was good workout. Unless you are already a swimmer, you need to put a lot of effort into that

[Efren]

When I did my first triathlon, I solely trained in an indoor pool. Then on the day of competition, the swim was on a river. No big deal right? Well, when I was training I was using the painted lanes on the pool floor to keep me straight. Apparently they don't have those in rivers or lakes! Needless to say I zig zagged the whole way. So practice your breathing and your target swimming.

[Rick]

When I did my first triathlon, I solely trained in an indoor pool. Then on the day of competition, the swim was on a river. No big deal right? Well, when I was training I was using the painted lanes on the pool floor to keep me straight. Apparently they don't have those in rivers or lakes! Needless to say I zig zagged the whole way. So practice your breathing and your target swimming.

good point...plus in a pool swim you get a very slight break everytime you turn. training in a pool is great and most people do it, but you really need to mix in some open water swims. they are def more challenging than pool swims

[TexasLongball]

Hey Morgan, if we're still on speaking terms then I'd be happy to send you a training schedule I kept for the sprint tris I did. It worked well for me but I definitely don't have a triathlete's physique and had no dreams of competing...just finishing and getting faster than my previous one.

[txpitdog]

Was a swimmer in high school, and a long distance swimmer at that. 500, 1000, and mile were my best events along with 400IM and 200 back. Got the breathing and kick support down, been doing push-ups like a maniac trying to build my chest and triceps to help with the swimming. Currently doing ladder type swim workouts and will build to a strong 500. The event I am going to do is only a 200, so I figure more than 2x pool swim should prepare me for 200 open water.

[txpitdog]

I have a garmin forerunner235 that I don’t wear anymore. I used it when I was training for a half and really liked it.
It’s yours if you want cover shipping.

Very generous! Thank you!! I will use it then pay it forward to the next person. PM sent

[PROD49]

That’s right. Fat boy said triathlon. There’s a sprint triathlon at the end of October that I’m gonna take a shot at. I have been spending the past two weeks shocking my body into running and swimming and plan to start this schedule next week with Week 6 repeated once to add additional fitness.

https://www.triathlete.com/2017/02/training/8-week-sprint-triathlon-training-plan-beginners_298711

Any tips for training? I am really just focused on total fitness at this point but will be reading up on strategies for surviving my first event.

I've been doing them for over 20 years even several full Ironmans. I thought I retired 4 years ago after my last ironman and just signed up for Ironman Tulsa a few weeks ago. It's a sprint and you'll do great. Any plan will work, my simple advice after close to 100 races is just enjoy yourself. If you have no plans to win age group then don't over think it and have fun!

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[TexasLongball]

Your silence is deafening. Point taken.

[jerp]

The fact that you come from a swimming background is a huge advantage. A lot of the less experienced are really intimidated by the swim and wear themselves out with an inefficient stroke. You will have a blast - there is something special about race day and the energy flowing through the transition area.

[Luckyhunter]

Thanks for all the suggestions! I see that I need to start doing bricks and that maybe the training program I’d found isn’t strong enough. It doesn’t have any combination workouts until the last two weeks. Been looking at Garmins. Might be able to trade in some United miles for a watch of some kind.



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So much information out there advise, training strategies, nutrition,equipment etc. Most of all go out, stay hydrated and have a good time. Lots of time for all the other stuff if you choose to continue racing. Don't go out and spend a fortune until you're sure its for you and trust me you can spend a fortune!!!!

There are several local groups that can offer you lots of help on your journey. One that comes to mind right away is Conroe Triathletes I know they have a facebook page.

Curious which race you have coming up? I have my last race of the season in two weeks (Ironman Wisconsin) and would be happy to visit with you prior to race day.

[txpitdog]

Your silence is deafening. Point taken.

Ohhhhhh sure, put that one on ME, your benevolent ally! Hang on, I think I have one of your knives. Let me just retrieve that from my spine! 😜 LOL.

Sure thing bud. Send the info to me. I appreciate the help!

[txpitdog]

Curious which race you have coming up? I have my last race of the season in two weeks (Ironman Wisconsin) and would be happy to visit with you prior to race day.

There is one in Fairfield NW of Houston. 200 swim, 10 mile bike, 5k run. I got the swim and bike no problem. It’s the building to a 5k and being able to do it after the swim and bike that will require serious work.

http://www.fairfieldtri.com/

My goal is to run the 5k and feel like the training paid off at the end of the whole thing. I know I will survive, but I want to finish strong. Not worried about winning, my momma already says I’m a winner...even though Ryan went out of his way to ruin that.

[hog_down]

Best of luck to you, I am training for a marathon right now, and its kicking my a

[TexasLongball]

my momma already says I’m a winner...even though Ryan went out of his way to ruin that.

Ohhh, put that on ME?

Email coming.

[Briar Friar]

Id like to do a tri sometime. Im a runner...I need swimming work. One tip for running that was bestowed upon me by a track coach was...pump your arms (dont just let them hangout.) Your legs will follow pace. Keep your hands relaxed.

Good luck and God bless Pit.

Byron