Conquer the Cold with Winter Triathlon: Tips, Gear, and Training

Well, the cold and snowy winter days are just around the corner. That doesn’t mean racing should stop. A cousin of cycling, skiing, swimming and cycling, winter triathlon offers triathletes a fun way to spend time in the fresh air during the traditional triathlon holiday season. “As a growing multi-sport discipline, the benefits of cross-training for winter triathlon training are tremendous,” said Jason Lamoureux, longtime race director for Tri-Flake Winter Triathlon in Alaska, which hosted the USA Triathlon Winter Triathlon National Championships. “The great thing about the Winter Tri is that any type of activity helps build fitness for the event,” Lamoureux said. “Between running, cycling and snowboarding, you’re using almost every muscle group in your body.” The composition of a winter triathlon can vary and is often determined by the race director and the snow conditions. However, traditionally the US Winter Triathlon National Championships consist of running and cycling (it is common for competitors to ride a bike with fat tires, low tires). psi running tires ((low PSI) and cross-country skiing (either classic or snowboard) – anything on snow. Constantly changing snow conditions can make the cross-country skiing portion of the sport somewhat unpredictable – a great way to hone your skills for summer triathlons. For those For those who don’t have access to snow, skating on the pavement is a great way to practice cross-country skiing. What about clothing gear? Lamoureux’s top tip: Practice layering. “Clothing is probably the hardest part when choosing the right clothing for an event like this,” Lamoureux said. “Your body generates a lot of heat when you run, but then you hit the bike course where things like your hands and feet are put under more stress.” exposed and exposed to higher winds. Excessive sweating while Running can make you cold or worse while cycling. “Then you have to figure out how to transition your fingers from bike gear to ski boots.” Find out how your body works with different layering options and have options ready for race day, when the weather is different, Lamoureux said.
2023-11-14 20:58:01
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