Advice for Beginner Triathletes from Katy Personal Trainer Melinda Molinas
Journey to Ironman Series
So You Want to be a Triathlete?
Sounds intimidating, doesn’t it? Tackling a triathlon can be a daunting, even for the most experienced fitness buffs. But you will be surprised that with the right direction and coaching, anybody can complete a triathlon.
Triathlons used to be the area for the super elite athletes, but that is not the case anymore. According to USA Triathlon, participation in this three-prong sport is at an all-time high. The number of triathletes has grown from 100,000 in 1998 o 550,446 in 2012. The fact is there are many different types of triathlons, ranging from easiest to the most challenging (the Ironman). The range of triathlons allows everyone the opportunity to become a triathlete no matter their fitness level.
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