The best bit of triathlon advice I've been given is: (fill in the blank)

train at the intensity and duration that does not jeopardize your next workout

"Triathlon is not a 3 sport race. It is a one sport race. And once you realize and accept that, it makes all the difference in the world."

"this is for fun, right?"

don't compare your training log to others. some have more time, some enjoy one sport more than another, and some fudge.

where does the butt cheek pinching come into play? for pictures? for walking around in public wearing spandex?

I read it somewhere that was describing good posture when you're swimming. But I just do it all the time because it makes me feel cool

At some point during the the race its going to suck just keep going and it will go away or at least end

If you ever have GI issues during a race, you will remember that quote.

Not really advice to me per se, but I have enjoyed loosely following the John Newsom three year plan. Don't progress through the distances so fast, as a beginner it was really good for me to spend a little time on the shorter stuff before taking on the full 140.6 distance.

Nothing new on race day, i.e. have done each of the things you plan to do (like swim in open water) using the the equipment you plan to use on race day before you get to the starting line.

Injury comes from going to far to fast. Slow and steady build.

T.I.T.S.


Time in the saddle.......

Edited by hessma 2014-04-29 2:10 PM

Advice I wish I took!

Don't let race day be your first OWS

that made me laugh as you aren't the only one

I'll make sure to let you cut in line in front of me at the next race check-in so I can check you out

Look for the PACE BOOTY!!!

IM GONNA DRAFT YOUR BUTT HONK! HONK! 3X!

Saw a sign at IMFL that read "Never trust a fart during an Ironman" Made me laugh so hard, almost fell over.

Edited by CarlG 2014-04-29 6:00 PM

Make sure you enjoy the race. Have fun and realize racing is the reward for all the hard work in training.

Hahaha, I started farting like an idiot about 15km into the run of my HIM!! I tried to squeeze my butt cheeks like mentioned in this thread but with very little success. Periodically each time my foot landed a small fart would be released. Was so bloody embarrassed but could not help it! My only comfort was that the only ones who probably noticed where people I passed and that I hoped would not see me again hahahaha. Sorry...

To the advices:
1. Remember to enjoy the race
2. Pace yourself until the last quarter of the run!
3. Don't overhydrate, don't try to get all your calories and electrolytes from drinks as it may lead to overhydration
4. Never anything new on race day - try all your nutrition, gear, "moves" way before the race with plenty of time to adjust/change if necessary
5. Sight, sight, sight and sight during the swim
6. Advice to myself after first 6 weeks of HIM training - stop obsessing over your pace and time, focus on technique

Edited by knuta99 2014-04-30 2:52 AM