-There are numerous reasons why I train with T3 – good coach: athlete ratio, convenient and numerous training sessions, a wide range of athletic abilities represented among the members and, of course, regular social gatherings. But the #1 reason I am and will continue to be a proud member of T3 is that I’m mentored by coaches who genuinely want me to succeed and to enjoy being an athlete.

Felicia Biggins
(Age-Group Triathlete)
 
 Triathlon Info
If you're looking for a sport that challenges you as much as possible, then Austin T3 - Total Technique Training has just what you need!

Triathlon - a combination of swimming, cycling and running - is a fantastic way to learn new skills and stay in great shape. But just how hard is it to combine three disciplines in one long distance event? The three disciplines are run back-to-back and the winner is the first athlete to finish. There are four types of triathlon and the Olympic distance is the classic event which consists of a 1.5km swim, a 40km bike ride and a 10km run.

As vital as the speed at which athletes complete each discipline is the changeover in the transition areas where a dropped second can prove costly.

TRIATHLON VARIATIONS

Olympic: 1.5k swim : 40k bike : 10k run
Sprint: 750m : 20k : 5k
Half: 1.9k : 90k : 21k
Ironman: 3.8k : 180k : 42.2k

Swimming starts the event, with competitors diving into the water in a large group or wave. They can perform any swimming stroke but as speed is of the essence freestyle is the preferred option.

On the cycling section, athletes must compete without the drafting privileges that road races receive and must carry their own mechanic equipment. No outside help is permitted when a flat occurs.

The run is fairly simple to grasp as the athlete competes with whatever energy he/she has left.

So what are you waiting for? Get out and give triathlon a go! Here are some small helpful tips.

· Don't go off too fast - it's a long race so conserve your energy
· Be prepared - races are won or lost at the transition stage
· Have fun and smile when you cross that finishing line!



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