If you haven’t heard about triathlons, you should know that it’s a set of three continuous and sequential endurance races. There are many triathlon variations, and distances, however, the most common includes swimming, cycling, and running. It was first played in the 1920s, but only in 2000, it became an Olympic sport.
Triathlons are usually individual events. A transition area in triathlons is a place where athletes change gear for different segments of the race. This is where the switches from swimming to cycling and cycling to running occur.
Cross-Training
Doing one sport gives you imbalances in strength, however with a triathlon you prepare your body for all three disciplines, so it’s like doing cross-training. It gives you a more well-rounded, full-body strength.
Heart Health
Just like running, doing a triathlon on a daily basis improves heart health and decreases cardiovascular problems.
Sense of Accomplishment
You will be very satisfied when you cross the finish line. Triathlons are a very challenging sport that not many people can accomplish. Imagine the immense pride you’ll feel crossing that finish line and all the bragging rights that come with it.
