A common question we receive is what the typical age groups in a triathlon are. For a newbie, it is a good question and one we are happy to shed some light on. In any sprint, olympic, mini, and other triathlons are divided into age groups. There is ...
Whether you are trying to get into swimming for the first time, or go from "good to great" for your triathlon swimming, working on your swim is a key part of your training plan. Getting your triathlon swim stroke back after a winter of easy pool ...
As triathlon enthusiasts, one thing we love to see is the abundance of kids’ triathlons around the country. About a decade ago, we began to see the emergence of triathlons tailored for youth, and the number has grown steadily since then. Not only ...
Wetsuits are common in triathlons, but not always universally allowed. Most triathlons allow wetsuits if the water temperature is going to be below a certain level. The most hard and fast rule about what temperature makes a race wetsuit-legal comes ...
I recently had an “opportunity” to race in the rain. It was hardly my first time racing in rain, but it felt like it. I always forget the finer points of a wet race, since most races are on nice, summer days and the only real concern is the heat, ...
If we were to suggest you should reduce five minutes off your triathlons, most people immediately think of training harder so they can go faster. Training is core to your triathlon experience, and we don’t disagree. But what happens when you have ...
Many triathletes get a few races under their belts before shelling out hard earned cash for their very first wetsuit. After all, you want to make sure you enjoy the sport before making major investments in it, and it is important to get your ...
Complete Tri is pleased to offer our Ebook, Your First Triathlon: Do Your First Triathlon in 100 Days or Less. The book is a guide for new triathletes, separating all of the noise from what you really need to know as a new triathlete. It provides ...
Are you in the market for a wetsuit, but don’t quite know what to be looking for, fit-wise? Knowing how a suit is supposed to fit can be tough for the first time wetsuit shopper. Buying a new piece of (expensive) neoprene isn’t quite the same as ...
Swimming in open water, with or without a wetsuit, can be a great experience but should always be done with safety in mind. Swimming safely in open water will give you peace of mind, making your hobby even more enjoyable. During triathlon events, ...
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