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From cycling to triathlon: A beginner's guide
Mark Nessmith  ·  5/15/2025
From cycling to triathlon: A beginner's guide

Going from dedicated cyclist to first-time triathlete is exciting - but it can be scary too. With that in mind, we’ve put together this beginner triathlon guide for cyclists who want to tackle the ultimate in endurance sports. You’ll find info about training plans, the gear you’ll need, nutrition advice, mental prep and injury-prevention tips, plus advice on how to connect with the triathlon community. To get the confidence and know-how needed to start turning your cycling passion into triathlon success, read on.

What's a good triathlon time? Average IRONMAN times
Mark Nessmith  ·  5/7/2025
What's a good triathlon time? Average IRONMAN times

So you’ve got the gear, and you’ve added running and swimming to your cycling training. You’ve set your sights on competing in your first triathlon. But beyond “just finishing,” what’s your goal? When it comes to setting realistic expectations, knowing average triathlon times and benchmarks is the key. With that in mind, we’ve put together this guide to let you know the expected times for the various triathlon distances – from Sprint to IRONMAN – and included some tips to help you on your journey.