Swimming, Running and Cycling During the Triathlon
Here are some simple tips for things to focus on while doing each of the disciplines during the triathlon. Finishing a race not only involves physical fitness. There are some strategies involved in each leg of the race as well.
Swimming

During the swim you will want to be sure to conserve your energy. Remember there is still a lot of race left to go.
Triathlon swimming is not about going out fast. It is about focusing on good technique and staying relaxed.
Remember the saying "nobody wins the triathlon on the swim, but they sure can lose it." Focus and be sure not to expend all your energy on the swim.
Triathlon swimming is not about going out fast. It is about focusing on good technique and staying relaxed.
Remember the saying "nobody wins the triathlon on the swim, but they sure can lose it." Focus and be sure not to expend all your energy on the swim.
Cycling

Ride smart!
Push yourself to a steady controlled point that you can maintain. But be careful not to go past that point.
Remember there is no drafting allowed. Keep 3 bike lengths between you and the rider in front of you. When you pass you will have 15 seconds to overcome the rider in front of you if you can.
The bike is also a great place for nutritional intake during a triathlon. You can make energy snacks available by taping them to your bike to use during the ride. Take in some energy, you may need it when you begin to run.
Keep an aero position a much as possible to help you cut through the wind. Increase your cadence during the last mile of the bike to begin preparing for the run. This will get the blood flowing to your legs.
For sprint and Olympic distance races a road bike or mountain bike is adequate for use.
Push yourself to a steady controlled point that you can maintain. But be careful not to go past that point.
Remember there is no drafting allowed. Keep 3 bike lengths between you and the rider in front of you. When you pass you will have 15 seconds to overcome the rider in front of you if you can.
The bike is also a great place for nutritional intake during a triathlon. You can make energy snacks available by taping them to your bike to use during the ride. Take in some energy, you may need it when you begin to run.
Keep an aero position a much as possible to help you cut through the wind. Increase your cadence during the last mile of the bike to begin preparing for the run. This will get the blood flowing to your legs.
For sprint and Olympic distance races a road bike or mountain bike is adequate for use.
Running

Be sure to “get your legs” before you start to push yourself on the run. The first few steps will be tough. Focus on holding form, especially when you are tired. Keep your shoulders back and the head up. Try to minimize vertical motion whole maximizing forward motion.
Stay relaxed and avoid over striding.
The end of the run is when it is time to give all of what you have left! If you begin to get tired just focus your efforts on making forward progress and getting to the finish line.
Stay relaxed and avoid over striding.
The end of the run is when it is time to give all of what you have left! If you begin to get tired just focus your efforts on making forward progress and getting to the finish line.