I’m finding it tough to get back into a structured training routine after my Ironman. On top of that, I seem to be dealing with what feels like a bad case of plantar fasciitis. What’s odd is that both of my heels started hurting after the Ironman, particularly once I got back into CrossFit. Has anyone else experienced something similar?”

I'm relatively new to triathlon and classically I'm a weak swimmer but strong on the bike and run. I haven't done much open water swimming yet but I plan to over the next 11 months during my build up to Cascais 70.3 in October. Current swim pace is around 2:40 for my medium pace. I have already booked in a few sprint and olympic triathlons in the UK which include sea swims to help practice before my A race and allow me to defer the 70.3 to next year if needed. I'm also taking weekly lessons at the moment to improve my form.

HUUB have some big 40-50% discount at the moment and I'm deciding which wetsuit would be best for me. The three options are:

1. Aegis X Wetsuit
2. Brownloee Agilis Wetsuit
3. TC Performance 3:5 Wetsuit

All three wetsuits have a 3:5 buoyancy ratio which should suit me as a beginner swimmer but won't limit me as I (hopefully) improve over the next 11 months.

Let me know what you recommend based on experience or just general knowledge. Alternatively let me know if there's another brand that is similar price that you would recommend. Price isn't the main factor but I won't pay over £350. Thank you!

I have my first 70.3 mid June and I’m aiming for a swim time of around 38-40 mins. For reference I’m F20 and literally have only been consistently swimming for 2 months. Currently I’m doing the 1900m at around 50 mins, this is with the occasional break between sets.

Is it possible to take of nearly 10 mins off my time in just over 7 months. For reference I train swimming 3x a week and at a total distance of 6000m. I do a long swim, intervals and an “easy swim”.

Any advice would be appreciated!

Hey all, just wanted to get the community’s opinions and experiences about the Omius cooling tech.

I understand the science and was able to hold one at the New York Marathon Expo, but couldn’t put one on. It seems like a good idea for hot days. Would it get heavy over the course of a long period of time or need a tighter headband to support the weight of the cooling blocks?

Also for those that do own one, I’d like to know if they chose a headband, visor, or cap and the thinking behind it.

Recently I got into triatlon training and endurance sports for the first time in my life at 36, so far I've been a gym enthusiast. I have some low back issues and had them for a long time.

In a few days I have a pre-purchase bike fitting scheduled. They asked me to think of a few bikes that I would consider. Given what brands are sold by shops nearby I landed at either aero - Trek Madone SL 6 Gen 8 or Bianchi Oltre Comp.

In the endurance category, I'm looking at Canyon Endurace or Trek Domane.

I hope to get some advice during the bike fitting but wanted to ask for your opinions. On one hand I'm very much drawn to the aero bikes, I like looks and I'm sure I will like speed. I'm planning on riding 50-150km, mostly on flat.

On the other hand, if I go with endurance it gives solid bike for training and it's more versatile. Probably will be much more comfortable on the trainer as well (I'm planning to use trainer for colder months). If I really get into triatlon I can look at triatlon bike in few years.

Any advice what to get? So far I've been riding my old city-style road bike so anything I get will be a huge upgrade.

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Or if you just want to share your social handle(s) to try and meet some members of the community, this is the spot to do it. Please keep in mind you'll be putting your identity out into the Reddit world by doing so, not just the /r/triathlon community.

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Have fun!

Hi all,

I started training for all 3 sports a year ago and set a goal to do my first 70.3 which gave me 12 months to train. It has been an amazing journey with many ups and downs. Met so many like minded people and learnt so much about the sport.

That 70.3 has finally arrived and will be doing it in 12 days. Finished the build and peak week so Im feeling strong and ready for the event. Planning for a sub 7h finish and feel it will be possible with my training that I have put in.

A few months ago I decided to sign up for my first full ironman which is about 20 weeks after the 70.3. Plan on taking 1-2 weeks recovery after the race before starting a new training block. Honestly not 100% sure if I could finish the full ironman with the amount of training but I will out everything into the training and trust that its enough to get me through the race.

I have done some research for full distance training programs and found two different formats.

Just want to hear what structure you guys use for your long ride and run. Some programs have the classic long ride on Saturdays and long run the Sunday. Others have the long run mid week and then Saturdays are long ride with a 2-3 hour ride on the Sunday followed by a short brick run. Probably more focused on getting extra time on saddle. I have heard it is important to get a lot of time in the saddle so is that the better approach?

I’m looking at getting into a tri/TT bike and found some on marketplace. I’ve ridden a Scott, LOOK, and Felt for road bikes in the past.

If you were to choose between…

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Hey! I (30ish F) am considering a small triathlon, 15.8km. I have a few questions but any other tips you can give are appreciated.

1. Running to transition from the swim will cover my feet in sand- do people take a bottle of water to wash them off before putting on shoes? (I'm wearing Same shoes for bike and run)

2. 'Run number must be worn for ride and run'. Best to put that on a shirt and throw on after the swim?

3. Q for the ladies: Recommendations for what to wear on top, which is appropriate for swim and supportive for a run?

Picking up a used Kickr Core trainer for the winter season. Talked to the guy and it should be compatible to my bike.

My question is, what app do I download or purchase to sync with the trainer, so it automatically adjusts tension for road-like riding?

Also, I don't wish to join any groups or do any virtual rides with others. Just looking to build up my stamina and longevity through the winter season alone. Will probably just watch movies, TV series, or listen to music while I ride. Any suggestions on an appropriate program or app or whatever I should look into?

Sorry for the stupid questions but I don't know anyone who uses a trainer, and this is the first time I'm incorporating any type of technology into my training...

Thanks in advance!

Can anyone tell me the approx year for this Giant Trinity? I’m looking for a TT bike and this seems like a good deal but the seller is unsure of the year.

Any general thoughts on this bike too will be greatly appreciated!

Anybody using these on-bike aero meters? I ran across the Notio Aerometer for $599 and seems like a useful investment to ensure that upgrades and bike fit changes improve CDA. I’m sure at some point it’s just throwing money away, but anyone find any use for them?

I saw they actually come with new Argon 18 E119 tri bikes, so if I got one for free why the heck not?

I’d like to begin OWS, and I’ve started training for my first Sprint, which I hope to do next Spring. However, I’m in the Northeast, where the water is quite cold now, and will be for the next several months. Is it realistic to complete a Sprint next Spring, having only done pool swimming?

Ideally I’d also like to complete an Olympic next Summer, so by that time I’ll have had more time to practice OWS. For those in the Northeast: what month do you usually start OWS?

Hi everyone! I’ve ran multiple half-marathons before, but I’m signed up for my first duathlon (3mi run 14 mi bike 3 mi run) this coming May. I’m looking for a free training plan that will get me thought the winter. I live in the north, so the biking will have to be done on a trainer for the winter months. Thanks!

Hello

I am new to triathlon training. I finished my first sprint triathlon with a time of around 1 hour 40 minutes. I now signed up for a olympic distance in may 2025. I was looking to do the Level 0 Olympic Distance Training Plan from the 80/20 book. Those are over 16 weeks, 6 sessions a week. Since i have more than 16 weeks left, i was planning on stretching it and doing 4 sessions a week, because 6 sessions is probably too much for me anyway.

Is that an okay thing to do ? Or a bad plan because training load is changed ? What would be the best way to change this training plan to a longer timeframe ?

Thanks for any help.

I am 25F with no triathlon history at all... I recently watched my brother do an IronMan and thought that it looked fun and something I would like to get involved with and maybe work up to! Due to past medical happenings my ankle doesn't really bend so I cannot run at all, so sadly a full triathlon is out (for now at least until I get good enough to walk the run part) but I could do an Aquabike! I am in no way an athlete but am in semi decent shape and can cycle and swim to a pretty good level, I also climb/kayak/hike.

I wanted to try and find a free beginners aquabike training plan (maybe olympic or sprint) to start myself off, learn as I go, and to not injure myself but I cannot find one anywhere! I have looked at many full triathlon programmes but understandably they have a decent amount of running in them and as a newbie I'm not sure how to adjust them to my needs. I know there are some paid plans but I wanted to see if I can manage it/hold myself to a plan first before investing.

So I thought the good people here may be able to help me out. So I guess my question is does anyone have any advice as to where to start with all of this? Free aquabike specific training plans, how to adjust triathlon plans plans to cut/substitute the running?

I hurt my leg running while doing strides and for the rest of the run whenever I put weight on my left leg I feel this sharpish pinching pain in my left cheek. It hurts to walk and I'm starting to worry it might be serious. I do not feel any pain moving stretching or bending my leg, it only hurts when I put weight on it. I'm not overweight so I don't think that caused it.

What would be the training volume to qualify for Kona, at over 55 years old? I'm listening.

I (M28-140/5'10) am wondering how tough the jump would be to finish the summer with a full IM (potensially Madison, WI) when starting it with the 70.2 in Cambridge, MD. Would the training spike/continued progress be too difficult over the three months post-Eagleman (ie. June 6, 2025 to Sept 7, 2025)? Currently I train regularly 6 days a week, weekends i do a long run (10+ miles) and usually a 20-50mi bike. Roughly, am thinking I could fit a few more 2 more build periods after the first race, with an additional second taper.

Haven't started my official ATP yet for the 70.3 but only aims for both are to finish. No reason for the haste other than I love training for something. Have completed the following furthest distances and times in the past 2 years:

Race: Olympic length in 2:50

NYC Marathon: 5:20 (was 6 months off knee surgery, think i could run much faster now)

4.1K pool swim, 2:05 average pace, no walls or buoyancy

Bike: 52mi in 3:29

All threads say don't rush into the full distance, but I am wondering:

1. How much additional stress this would add in the months between June 6 through Sept 7?

2. How early do the races typically sell out? I'm guessing this isn't something I can decide after my 70.2

3. Are there any other east-coast full-distance IM's that would be considered better for a first-timer? Read that WI has a ton of hills.

Thank you

Can anyone help me with the disconnect? I see so many ads about Tridot, both online and at Ironman races... but i've never actually met anyone who uses Tridot to train.

Is it a good platform? Why have they been able to pump so much money into marketing? What features does it have that others don't? Do you or anyone you know use or recommend using tridot?

Thanks,

- Just another TP user looking into alternatives.

We're going to try out something new for a bit: a daily chat thread for people to share how training is going, ask minor questions, and get to know one another.

Put on your recovery boots, grab your post-workout banana/espresso/breakfast burrito and join us!

Quick update: We're trying out "Contest Mode" for the daily comments, which basically means they will be ordered randomly and not sorted by votes. This is so people coming in later in the day don't get buried at the bottom. Please let us know what you think! We can always revert if it's not working.

I already have an aero Road helmet for very hot races (specialised evade) but I was looking at getting a TT helmet for slightly cooler races, but ventilation is still a big must for me.

Does anyone have any recommendations? I was looking at the poc procen, since it has massive vents compared to others.

I had a disappointing race over the weekend, finished the Olympic but didn’t hit my training numbers. I’d never had this experience before but previously I’ve been anxious and panicked, so I focused on relaxing. Magnesium, sleep, meditation. I felt off on race morning and honestly I think I relaxed too hard. I felt fatigued in the water and the adrenaline never set in even when my heart rate spiked on the hills in the saddle. This was my fifth ever race.

Hello! Besides GP5000 for the race tires what other race 25c race tires could you recommend? No 28c please as 25c is the tire size that could fit my frame. Thank you! Recos for race and training tires would be great!

I have been peppered with adverts for an App called Dynamic Triathlete. Signed up to a free trial. Just wondering if there are any impartial reviews on here? Feel like the content is targeted towards females, any one else had an experience?

I won't make it longer than needed.

I have seen the gear groove aerobars of Canyon and very much like the concept. My current handlebar has a weird profile, so mounting aerobars with rings wont easily work. And I dont really like them, on my old bike, I seemed never to get the angle right without fiddling for ages. So having a system that I can just screw on and off as needed.

Can I mount a Canyon gear groove cockpit on a colnago V3? And or is there a similar system for another manufacturer?

I’ll be racing my first half Ironman on Dec 8th in La Quinta, CA. For the past 6 weeks I’ve been training 3-4 days a week. One day of training would consist of a 10 mile run. Another day I’ll do a 1.3 mile swim or a 55 mile bike ride. Some days I’ll ride for 30 miles and run 5 miles right after.

My goals is to finish in 6 hours or less. I swim 1.2 miles in 45 minutes. I can ride 56 miles in 2:50 hours, and I can run 13.1 miles in 1:45 minutes all while keeping my heart rate low and feeling good.

I plan on doing a long ride and run this weekend and want to start doing bricks since it’s 4 weeks away.

Any suggestions on distances and times for brick work outs with only a few weeks out? Should I keep them short and consistent or do one long ride and run once week while casually training during the other days?