Beginners Articles
First time triathlete wins entry into Mazda Stockholm Triathlon
A triathlon newcomer from Earlsfield, London, will take part in his first swim-bike-run event after winning entry into Scandinavia’s largest triathlon.
Tri, tri and tri again
It was once the preserve of the super-fit and masochists. But now triathlon – the endurance race in which competitors swim, cycle and run – is the UK's fastest-growing participation sport. Whatever your fitness level, here James Witts will help ease you into the water...
James Witts
Sunday May 4 2008
The Observer
The race
A triathlon comprises a swim, a bike and a run, usually in that order. The swim often takes place in a lake, sea, or other open water; the bike and run will generally be on road and pavement.
And for my next challenge
You've got a few 10ks, maybe even a marathon, under your belt and now you're looking for a new challenge to test your mettle (and impress your mates). Simple - it's time to try a triathlon.
Tuesday September 4 2007
guardian.co.uk
Question time: Bill Black
Former British Olympic triathlon team coach Bill Black knows a thing or two about the sport, so who better to answer your questions.
Friday July 27 2007
guardian.co.uk
I'm nervous about my first triathlon. Any tips? - Simon Arthurs
First, make sure you can 'do' the individual distances in the swim, bike and run, irrespective of the time. Also practice the switch from cycling to running: it will feel funny at first because cycling uses the front of the legs, whereas running uses the back.
The top 10 triathlon websites ...
Kate Carter scans the web for sites that can help with your training or just if you want to feel part of the tri-community.
Kate Carter
Thursday July 26 2007
guardian.co.uk
1) To find a triathlon to enter ...
Time to make a splash in Salford
The unique challenge of triathlon makes it the fastest-growing sport in Britain, says Alastair Campbell
Alastair Campbell
Sunday July 23 2006
The Observer
What do Manchester and the triathlon have in common? Well, both are booming and next Sunday they come together in a way that could have far-reaching consequences for the sport in Britain.
Moderation, moderation, moderashun
Follow the progress of GU's very own James Dart as he takes on the challenge of the 2006 Michelob ULTRA London triathlon. And if you fancy donating some of your hard-earned to James's charity of choice, Cancer Research UK, then all contributions would be gratefully received.
James Dart
Wednesday June 7 2006
guardian.co.uk
Two months and counting. Sixty short days. Roughly the equivalent of two back-to-back World Cups. Crikey, I've never thought of it like that. Nevertheless, that's the wisp of time between me and the start of this year's triathlon.
Super exercise me
Follow the progress of GU's very own James Dart as he takes on the challenge of this year's 2006 Michelob Ultra London triathlon. And if you fancy donating some of your hard-earned to James's charity of choice, Cancer Research UK, then all contributions would be gratefully received.
James Dart
Wednesday May 10 2006
guardian.co.uk
'Someone really needs to invent the waterproof iPod'
Follow the progress of GU's Kate Carter and James Dart as they train for the 2006 Michelob Ultra London triathlon. This week, Kate learns all about dirty tricks in the pool and trains with a bunch of "scarily super-fit" triathletes.
Kate Carter
Wednesday April 26 2006
guardian.co.uk