233851 1435 Sports & Fitness Running General Running true Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:34:49 -0700 /system/videos/2/26/76/26/267626.flv training,triathlon,triathalon,marathon,running,preparing,sports,fitness,biking,swimming How To Train For a Triathlon http://www.howcast.com/videos/233851-How-To-Train-For-a-Triathlon http://www.howcast.com/videos/233851-How-To-Train-For-a-Triathlon/edit approved 90 640 480 <object width="425" height="352" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=233851"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=233851" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="352" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 0 Bwsab http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/233851/Triathlon_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.png 426 false false false 93761 0 24 Warning Always consult a physician before attempting to do any exercise or exercise plan.

]]> 93762 1 30 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/233851/30.jpg Choose an event Choose a triathlon that allows you at least six months to train before you compete.

]]> 93763 2 35 Tip Use a training partner, or surround yourself with supportive family and friends.

]]> 93764 3 40 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/233851/40.jpg Plan your routine Plan your weekly exercise schedule. Train for each triathlon event (swimming, bicycling, and running) at least once per week.

]]> 93765 4 50 Tip Focus your training on your weakest event.

]]> 93766 5 53 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/233851/53.jpg Practice until you are ready Practice until you can comfortably complete the required distances for each event.

]]> 93767 6 59 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/233851/59.jpg Prepare for the transitions Prepare for the race-day transitions by practicing both swimming to biking, and biking to running.

]]> 93768 7 67 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/233851/67.jpg Rest and recuperate Rest at least one day per week so your body can recuperate.

]]> 93769 8 72 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/233851/72.jpg Have fun Most importantly, have fun – and savor your accomplishments!

]]> 93770 9 78 Fact Although developed in 1974, the Triathlon wasn’t an official Olympic event until the 2000 summer games in Sydney, Australia.

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