Injured runner thinking about becoming a triathlete
blatchcorn
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I have picked up cycling and have been really enjoying it after having to stop running this summer due to an injury. I considered my self to be a decent runner - I am 19 and had a pb of 1:22:08 for a half marathon. I am making improvements and will be able to start running again, but I am really enjoying my cycling.
I am considering getting into triathlons but I have two issues. Firstly I suck at swimming, however I probably just need to start practising like most things in life. But more significantly, I cannot cycle during university term time, which would mean no riding for 3 months at a time. How badly would that hold my training and potential times back?
I am considering getting into triathlons but I have two issues. Firstly I suck at swimming, however I probably just need to start practising like most things in life. But more significantly, I cannot cycle during university term time, which would mean no riding for 3 months at a time. How badly would that hold my training and potential times back?
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blatchcorn wrote:I cannot cycle during university term time
How come?
I managed to get a fair few hours in a week when i was doing my engineering degree. Just need to make sure you plan everything well and you'll have bags of time.0 -
I have no where to store my bike while at uni
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blatchcorn wrote:I have no where to store my bike while at uni
bedroom wall hooks.....easy
p.s. the girls will love it!0 -
FWIW run-bike-run is called Duathlon to differentiate it from the ski-shoot-ski winter biathlon.
Most Universities have triathlon clubs these days so suggest that would be your best place to start. To maintain any level of bike fitness you have to ride - besides as being new to riding you'll need to build up the neuro-muscular ability to cycle efficiently which can take many years. Many runners who take to cycling have a distinct 'stomp-stomp' pedalling style which can lead to injuries - learning to 'spin' the gears to develop efficiency can only be achieved by hours in the saddle.Make mine an Italian, with Campagnolo on the side..0 -
Monty Dog wrote:Most Universities have triathlon clubs these days so suggest that would be your best place to start.
Many will at least just have a pure cycling club if no Tri set-up. Also from reports by mates, if such a club is in place, storage can sometimes be quite generous for equipment etc. As for swimming, practice my friend. From your running times, it's quite obvious you have a good 'engine'.
Besides all that, you need the bike to get around anyway. Sod walking or using the bus.The only disability in life is a poor attitude.0
