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What is considered a good time for your 1st triathlon?
stokesy
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I have just completed my 1st triatlon in wiltshire. My overall time for a sprint was 1 hr 23 secs.
400m swim 7.10
16k bike 28.59
5k run 24.14
How can I improve and where's a good place to get coaching?
When should I step up to the olympic distance?
400m swim 7.10
16k bike 28.59
5k run 24.14
How can I improve and where's a good place to get coaching?
When should I step up to the olympic distance?
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a tri club is the best place to start alot have some sort of coach and all offer good advice which is just as good a coaching...
As for stepping up to olympic when you feel you are ready
I found the best way to improve times is sprint training, you'll be surprised even if you just do one sprint session per week.
There is plenty of articles on this, check runners world if you need more. Bascially set out a 400m course and run it as hard as you can. Then rest for a minute or so and then do it again 4 times.
Gradually build this up to more reps and longer distances. You need to run 'till you can't run any faster.
Good luck, it hurts and it's not fun, but it really works!
This technique works with all disciplines.
S
My worst discipline is the run, but this year I completed a Half Ironman in 5h29m and am now planning to attempt the Full Ironman next year.
The best way to improve is to create a training plan that progressively increases first endurance and then speed. But the most important thing I have found is that you have to listen to your body. If you are aching and sore, then skip the day's exercise and maybe have a gentle swim the next day. Never force your way through the pain barrier in training.
Make sure that your motivated to train and make sure your enjoying it.
David
I've increased my runs to 10ks now and am averaging about 46 mins at the moment. Also have joined a masters swimming club to improve my swimming and am still currently a member of my local athletics club. Still having probs finding a committed tri club close by as I work shifts. They don't seem to do enough cycling for me.
Once again thanks for all the advice and any more will be appreciated.