By: wigabago

wigabago — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:29:59 +0000

If you are from a weight lifting background like I was 3 years ago when I started training for my first tri you would be better served by doing less weights and adding more swim, bike and runs. I only lift weights 2 days a week max (usually full body) and only 1 day as maintenance close to and during racing season. Triathlon lifting is not the same as conventional bodybuilding type lifting. You work more on movements that involve several muscle groups and a lot of core work. I typically shoot for 3 training sessions of swim, bike & run each plus 2 weight sessions a week (this is probably too much for a beginner, but is what you should work up to after your first year). You should read some triathlon training books such as the triathlon training bible (more advanced). There are also other beginner training books around (a think one is called triathlon training for ordinary mortals).
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By: wigabago