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Triathlon 101: A Beginner's Guide to Triathlon

If you’ve ever been curious about triathlon but felt overwhelmed, intimidated, or unsure where to start — you’re in the right place.


Triathlon 101 is an ongoing educational series designed to guide new and developing athletes through the fundamentals of the sport in a clear, structured way.


The goal isn’t hype.
It’s understanding.


Each topic moves step by step through the essentials so you can build confidence, not confusion.


Let’s get started.

Start with Episode 1: Picking a Race Distance

How the Series Works

Each Triathlon 101 topic is supported by:

  • A detailed companion blog article
  • A full podcast episode
  • A YouTube video


You can learn in the format that works best for you — or use all three for reinforcement.

Triathlon 101 Episode Index

Start at Episode 1 and work forward — each topic builds on the last. 

Episode 1: Picking a Race Distance

Companion Article

Companion Article

Companion Article

Read the Article

Audio Episode

Companion Article

Companion Article

Listen to the Episode

Video Episode

Companion Article

Video Episode

Watch the Video

Episode 2: Do I Need to Be a Good Swimmer?

Companion Article

Companion Article

Companion Article

Read the Article

Audio Episode

Companion Article

Companion Article

Listen to the Episode

Video Episode

Companion Article

Video Episode

Watch the Video

Episode 3: How Fit Do You Really Need to Be to Get Started?

Companion Article

Companion Article

Companion Article

Read the Article

Audio Episode

Companion Article

Companion Article

Listen to the Episode

Video Episode

Companion Article

Video Episode

Watch the Video

Episode 4: How to Train for Triathlon With a Busy Schedule

Companion Article

Companion Article

Companion Article

Read the Article

Audio Episode

Companion Article

Companion Article

Listen to the Episode

Video Episode

Companion Article

Video Episode

Watch the Video

Episode 5: Beginner Triathlon Gear - What You Actually Need

Companion Article

Companion Article

Companion Article

Read the Article

Audio Episode

Companion Article

Companion Article

Listen to the Episode

Video Episode

Companion Article

Video Episode

Watch the Video

Watch the Full Playlist

You can view the complete Triathlon 101 series here: 

View the full triathlon 101 playlist

More Beginner Resources

Additional beginner-focused articles are available inside the Coach’s Corner Library. 

Resources

When You’re Ready for More Structure

Education builds understanding.
Structure builds progress.


If you’re ready to move beyond learning and begin applying clear principles to your own training:

Start hereExplore coaching programs

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