BLOG FOR BEGINNER TRIATHLETES AND THE NOVICE IRONMAN

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low budget ironman

A low budget ironman can mean different things to different people. At first it may seem expensive to become a triathlete, but don't despair. There are many ways to cut costs and still become an Ironm

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triathlon run equipment for your Ironman Triathlon

There is much more to your triathlon run equipment than a pair of running shoes.

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triathlon equipment choices for Ironman training-racing

triathlon equipment includes swim equipment, bike equipment, and running gear necessary to get started in the sport. Functionality is the key and not necessarily how much one spends for their gear.

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Triathlon Bike Equipment

When it comes to triathlon bike equipment you will need you might choose a top-of-the-line bike or a used triathlon bike if budget dictates. The best gear is not a must in order to enjoy triathlon.

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Triathlon swim equipment for your Ironman training-race

Your swim equipment choices for triathlons might include checking out wetsuit reviews as well as finding a source of cheap swimsuits.

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Kona 1984 When Were You First Ironstruck?

Kona 1984 was where I began my Ironman career. I was Ironstruck and just knew I had to cross the finish line of the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon. How about you? When was that moment when "you" were Ironst

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famous women athletes

Famous women athletes and especially women triathletes are capable of amazing performances and there is not all that much that stands between them and the top of the Ironman podium.

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Lifestyle Family Fitness

Lifestyle family fitness and family life today are greatly enhanced by enjoying the sport of triathlon together.

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Sports Motivation

Sports motivation can be found in many places and sometimes it takes so little to inspire other to realize their true greatness.

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What Causes Fear

what causes fear is different things for different people, but when it comes to the Ironman the great fear might just be fear of failure.

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self-doubt

Ironman self-doubt is something that almost every novice ironman deals with.

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bicycle indoor training stand

A bicycle indoor training stand or "windtrainer" is a perfect alternative if you want to do your biking indoors.

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triathlon windtrainer biking

Triathlon windtrainer biking can be a valuable component of triathlon/ironman training. For those rainy days or days when training time is at a premium, a windtrainer can come in pretty handy.

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Believe in me

Someone to say believe in me is often all it takes to change the course of a person's life. Inside us all is the ability to motivate and inspire others through our words and actions.

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Wise words from pro ironman veterans

Listening to what a pro ironman has to say is a great plan. Here are a few wise words from some of the world's most accomplished pro ironman veterans.

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triathlon bike training tips for your first Ironman.

Some great suggestions and triathlon bike training tips that will help you get the most out of your triathlon training and racing..

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Total-immersion

TOTAL IMMERSION is the ideal swim technique for trathletes. It is perfect for developing a long, smooth, energy saving stroke and will make the swim portion of your triathlon more enjoyable.

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Swimming Exercises

The importance of weight training as part of the swimming exercises in your triathlon training program is a swim training tip to take seriously, especially if you are preparing to take on the lo