About Triathlon

A triathlon is a multisport endurance event consisting of three continuous and sequential endurance races: swimming, cycling, and running. Athletes transition between these activities with the aim of completing all three in the shortest possible time. Triathlons test an athlete’s physical strength, endurance, and mental resilience.

‍Triathlons come in several race formats, each defined by the distances of its swim, bike, and run segments. Common types include:

• Sprint Triathlon: 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run
  Olympic Triathlon: 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run
  Half Ironman (70.3): 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
  Full Ironman: 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run
  Each race format requires unique training and preparation, catering to both beginner and elite athletes.
• Olympic Triathlon: 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km ru
• Half Ironman (70.3): 1.9km swim, 90km bike, 21.1km run
• Full Ironman: 3.8km swim, 180km bike, 42.2km run

Each race format requires unique training and preparation, catering to both beginner and elite athletes.

The Ironman Triathlon is one of the most grueling endurance races in the world, featuring a 3.8km swim, 180km bike ride, and a full 42.2km marathon. Often held in extreme conditions, this event pushes athletes to their limits, with a strict time cutoff. Completing an Ironman is considered one of the greatest achievements in the endurance sports world.

A duathlon is a multisport race that combines running and cycling. Typically, it involves a run-bike-run format. Common distances for duathlons include sprint and Olympic formats. Duathlons are an excellent alternative to triathlons for those who prefer to stay on land and are a great way to build endurance.

A swimathon is a swimming endurance event where participants swim set distances or for a specific duration in a pool or open water. Swimathons are typically organized to promote swimming or raise funds for charitable causes and allow swimmers to challenge themselves over long distances.