There are some key answers to questions about triathlon training for
beginners that you must know if you’re just getting into the sport or you’re
trying to learn a few new tips to enhance your triathlon experience. Over at
the Rock Star Triathlete Academy, at
http://rockstartriathleteacademy.com/TriathlonTrainingForBeginners/, we
get questions every day from a wide range of beginner, intermediate and
advanced triathletes, but these are some of the more popular triathlon
training for beginners questions. Today’s article will keep the answers
quick and easy-to-digest!
10. Q. Is my bike saddle supposed to hurt? A. Initially, yes. It generally
takes 4-6 weeks for soreness and saddle discomfort to subside as you begin
to form a “butt callous”. If you find that even after a couple months
training, you’re still constantly shifting in the saddle to find a
comfortable position, then make sure that your bike is fit properly
(especially noting whether or not your seat is too high), and explore some
options such as noseless saddles, better bike shorts, and a good slathering
of chamois cream.
9. Q. How should I eat while I’m running? A. You’re going to have the best
luck with liquid fuel, so that you don’t have to worry about breathing and
chewing simultaneously, and your stomach doesn’t have to worry about trying
to break down food while you’re bouncing up and down. Go for gels, or a
small amount of carbohydrate based fluid – in the range of 200-250 calories
per hour.
8. Q. Is it normal for my feet and calves to cramp while I’m swimming? A. If
you run or bike directly before you swim, this can happen. It can also
happen if you swim for more than 45-60 minutes without water, or you’re very
low on electrolytes. Should you find yourself in a cramping situation, try
to push off the wall very gently, or with just the non-cramping leg.
7. Q. Should I lift weights? A. Yes, especially if you’re a “skinny” or
“small” person. Until 4-8 weeks prior to a big race, you should focus on
gaining strength and building or maintaining lean muscle. This will help
prevent injury. As your race approaches, begin to de-prioritize
weightlifting and spend minimal time in the weigh troom, instead
prioritizing swimming, cycling and running.
6. Q. How should I eat while I’m biking? A. Unlike running, you can
generally handle solid foods on the bike, and you can consume about 50-150
more calories per hour compared to running.
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