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Yes. YOU Can Rock a Triathlon...

Wednesday, 08 February 2017 23:10

By Peter Kadzielawski (triathlete.com)

We all tend to be afraid of what we don’t know or understand. Even if you don’t think you are triathlete material, keep reading to see what type of person is a good fit for this sport.

1. If you’re already an organized and structured person who is good at planning and following a schedule, you probably have an advantage. But, if you’re a procrastinator looking to break the habit of putting things off to last minute, training for a triathlon will teach you exactly that.

2. Some think they are not fit enough to do a triathlon. But, you don’t just register and compete in a race the following day. Usually it takes a few months of consistent training to build your endurance up to be able to participate. Training for a triathlon is what helps you become fit in the process. It is about being...

better than you were yesterday. It’s an amazing journey to wellness where you become healthier and more fit each week. The race itself is just a celebration of the amazing progress you’ve made along the way.

3. If you’re already a role model, whether it be for your kids, friends, colleagues or maybe staff that looks up to you, can you imagine how your decision to take on a triathlon will impact them? They are already looking up to you for leadership and not only will you solidify your position as an amazing go-getter, but most likely they will use you as an example and start making decisions that improve their own health and wellness.

4. Maybe you're already a runner. There are so many triathletes that started out as runners. Although running gave them a great endurance base with time they either became bored with it or were forced to stop due to injury. Running is a very high-impact repetitive sport. As runners we tend to vary our training by changing intensity or distance. Obviously running is a part of triathlon, but with the other two disciplines you don't have to run as much and adding swimming as well as cycling makes you a better-rounded athlete. Working the different muscles through the three disciplines will not only help one another, but it will reduce the risk of injury because no one muscle is overused with the same repetitive motion every day.  READ MORE