Beginner Triathlete Training Blog

My first triathlon is a sprint in just under 2 weeks and I’ve been training pretty hard for it. I just added some new aerobars to my bike (older Cannondale) and probably going to get some new pedals and shoes soon. I’m also signing up soon to run my first marathon in November. I have big aspirations for my future and am really excited to get into the triathlon scene. Before this I was a recreational runner (about 20-30 miles per week) and I swam competitively in high school with some recreational cycling here and there. Are there any veterans out there who can give me some advice on training, equipment, mental preparation, what to expect out of the bigger races (Ironman and 70.3), transition tips, injury prevention, and so on?

First of all welcome to the sport.
Second, you are asking questions that are pretty big and there are many books and many good websites where you can find all that information.
It sounds like you have a good background in swimming, biking and running that will be enough for the sprint you are doing. And looks like you know how to train at least for the sprint or even olympic distance tri and there are many training plans on line.
For example right now i’m following this plan: http://www.trifuel.com/triathlon/ironman-workouts/
This site has a good forum and great people if you want to ask questions. And search the forum for the answers.

Good luck
Konstantin
http://www.TriBug.com