Triathlon
A triathlon is a multi-sport endurance event where a single athlete completes swimming, cycling, and running in sequential order:
Swim → Transition 1 → Cycling → Transition 2 → Running
There are various formats based on distance. In Asian Games, National Games and Olympic Games, the Sprint Distance or Olympic Distance is usually used.
Triathlon Distances
| Format | Swim | Cycling | Running |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic | 1.5 KM | 40 KM | 10 KM |
| Sprint | 750 Mtr | 20 KM | 5 KM |
| Super Sprint | 400 Mtr | 10 KM | 2.5 KM |
Preparation
Before the event, properly set up your Transition area:
- Tri-suit
- Bib holder
- Swimming Goggles & Cap
- Towel
- Cycle
- Helmet
- Cycling shoes
- Running shoes
- Water Bottle
- Timing chip
For some competitions, a box is provided. Otherwise arrange neatly on the floor.
Swimming
- Warm up before start
- Stand behind start line
- Follow route instructions
- Do not cross before whistle
- Start in batches
- Timing starts after crossing start line
Transition 1
- Run to Transition area
- Remove goggles & cap
- Wear bib (back side)
- Wear helmet before touching cycle
- Drink water if needed
- Run till mounting line
- Mount AFTER the line
Cycling → Transition 2 → Run
- Dismount before dismount line
- Remove legs from shoes before dismount
- Run to rack area
- Keep cycle neatly (Bib space)
- Do not disturb other cycles
- Remove helmet only after racking
- Wear running shoes
- Move bib to front
- Start running & finish strong 😊