The Next Challenge - For Triathlons And Triathletes

From a local pool-based sprint triathlon or short do-a-duathlon, many people find that going abroad to an international event or ultra-long distance is their next challenge. For those triathletes who want to travel and compete, there are many opportunities.

Opportunities and commitment Triathlon is an international sport that has grown up with travel as part of the ethos of competing. There are hundreds of events held in the UK, but by travelling you can experience racing in some of the world's most beautiful and challenging environments. From Ironman events held in super-hot Lanzarote or Hawaii to highly competitive age group racing at the annual Age Group World Championships over Sprint, Olympic, Middle and Long course distances, there is something for everyone. There is also the emergence of the 70.3 Half Ironman (1.9, 90, 21k) distance as well as the Double-Olympic format (3, 80, 20k).

Time and budget These races require a significant financial outlay, time to travel and additional expenses, such as accommodation, race entry fees and travelling costs. An international event can be linked into a holiday or used as a lifetime experience to race one of the really big events of the triathlon calendar. Most triathletes usually move on to these new challenges after two or three years of competing in smaller events; building up their experience before competing gives a logic to the process.

The four rules Triathlon is the perfect combination of fun, fitness and achievement. It serves to help athletes learn and be motivated as well as inspiring those around them. However, bear the following four rules in mind when you trek through your triathlon adventures. Rule one - do no harm You must not knowingly harm your body through excess; it can do wonderful things if you nurture it and feed it well, so look after it. Rule two - balance the books You must always ensure that you recognize those people who help you and that you try to pay them back in some way for what they give you. Rule three - lead by example At all times, try to be a good role model for the sport. Play by the rules, and be a positive advert for the triathlon lifestyle, helping and motivating others to achieve their goals. Rule four - give something back It takes many people many hours with much sweat and toil to put on triathion events and races and keep clubs together. Be aware of this and give something back to the sport you love by being sure to add your sweat to volunteering, sponsoring or even organizing an event near you.

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