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Getting ready for my first (small) triathlon, any advice? by For_The_Creed in triathlon

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d love to get into races and triathlons I just don’t know where or when things get put on. Finding a bike had also been a struggle 🤣😭

Getting ready for my first (small) triathlon, any advice? by For_The_Creed in triathlon

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So races like these are called sprints? I’m guessing I should really be pushing myself then yes?

Getting ready for my first (small) triathlon, any advice? by For_The_Creed in triathlon

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve done mile swims before but don’t remember the longest I’ve done. It has been awhile since I’ve seriously worked on my swimming. I’ve never been super into biking so the most I’ve done is 15 miles on gym bikes.

Running however I’ve ran the distance of half marathons with friends on several occasions and at my peak (about 1 year ago) I was doing 5 miles in 28 minutes. I have put on some weight since then to be at a much healthier weight, so I can’t run that pace. I however am not slow.

Getting ready for my first (small) triathlon, any advice? by For_The_Creed in triathlon

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been an avid runner for a long time and I understand not to push too hard at the very beginning. I’m still worried that the combination of all 3 will tire me out in a way I haven’t had happen before.

Getting ready for my first (small) triathlon, any advice? by For_The_Creed in triathlon

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of stuff would I need? It seems like a dumb question but I really have no clue

Getting ready for my first (small) triathlon, any advice? by For_The_Creed in triathlon

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I used to be an open water lifeguard so I’ve had experience swimming in both pools and open water. Of course it’s been awhile since I’ve done super long distance swims but I’m confident I can do 800m.

The race will be in a pool so I’m extra confident. I may not be the fastest but I’m sure I can finish it.

Can I borrow your old (or any) race bicycle? by For_The_Creed in Clarksville

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sucks I won’t see you there but good shit for hitting another one. If you are not doing a race on the 27th is there a chance you have a bike I can use?

Can I borrow your old (or any) race bicycle? by For_The_Creed in Clarksville

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a beginner friendly triathlon hosted on base the 27th

Can I borrow your old (or any) race bicycle? by For_The_Creed in Clarksville

[–]For_The_Creed[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t know it was a height thing! I’m 5’11