Swimming, cycling and running — each can be quite a workout on their own, but doing them all together? Now that’s a challenge! Not only can signing up for a triathlon be especially intimidating for first timers — there’s also the training, gear and equipment to think about. To make it easy, we’ve outlined everything you need as a beginner triathlete.
To get started in triathlon, you can actually get away with minimal triathlon equipment. If you have bathers, goggles, a bike, helmet and runners, then you can get started straight away! So don’t let specific equipment or a super expensive bike stand in your way – grab your gear and get along to a training session.
Remember we offer a FREE week training to try out our sessions, so there really is NO excuse not to get started!
For those who want to know what additional triathlon equipment you will need as you progress through your training, read on…
Swim
In the Pool
SWIMMERS - anything that is tight fitted will do
GOGGLES - a necessity to keep water out of your eyes
SWIM CAP - to minimise drag and to keep your hair out of your eyes
TOWEL - for obvious reasons
POOL TOOLS - Pull Buoy, Fins, Kick Board, Paddles and a Snorkel will be required.
GOGGLES - a necessity to keep water out of your eyes
SWIM CAP - to minimise drag and to keep your hair out of your eyes
TOWEL - for obvious reasons
POOL TOOLS - Pull Buoy, Fins, Kick Board, Paddles and a Snorkel will be required.
In the Open Water
SWIMMERS - anything that is tight fitted will do
GOGGLES - a necessity to keep water out of your eyes
SWIM CAP - to minimise drag and to keep your hair out of your eyes
TOWEL - for obvious reasons
WETSUIT - are optional and are highly beneficial when swimming in cooler climates and if you need more buoyancy. If you are going to buy one, make sure it fits properly!
GOGGLES - a necessity to keep water out of your eyes
SWIM CAP - to minimise drag and to keep your hair out of your eyes
TOWEL - for obvious reasons
WETSUIT - are optional and are highly beneficial when swimming in cooler climates and if you need more buoyancy. If you are going to buy one, make sure it fits properly!
Bike
On the Road
BIKE - Any bike will do, as long as it's safe.
HELMET - Make sure it fits securely and the buckles do up
TOOL KIT - Spare Tubes, Tire Levers & Pump or Gas Cylinders
NUTRITION/HYDRATION - Carry water bottles and snacks
LIGHTS - Front & Rear lights are compulsory
CLOTHING - Cycling Knicks and Jersey for comfort
SUNGLASSES - Protect your eyes from sun and airborne objects
HELMET - Make sure it fits securely and the buckles do up
TOOL KIT - Spare Tubes, Tire Levers & Pump or Gas Cylinders
NUTRITION/HYDRATION - Carry water bottles and snacks
LIGHTS - Front & Rear lights are compulsory
CLOTHING - Cycling Knicks and Jersey for comfort
SUNGLASSES - Protect your eyes from sun and airborne objects
On the Wind Trainer
BIKE - Any bike will do, as long as it's safe. Take the bike in for a basic service if you are unsure.
HYDRATION - Have a water bottle or two handy
SHOES - Either runners or cycling shoes
WIND TRAINER- BYO or hire one of ours for $5.
TOWEL - Trust us, you'll want a towel to wipe that sweat away!
CLOTHING - Cycling Knicks and a breathable top
OPTIONAL - Cadence Monitor. When we train on the bike we often refer to cadence (pedal revolutions)
HYDRATION - Have a water bottle or two handy
SHOES - Either runners or cycling shoes
WIND TRAINER- BYO or hire one of ours for $5.
TOWEL - Trust us, you'll want a towel to wipe that sweat away!
CLOTHING - Cycling Knicks and a breathable top
OPTIONAL - Cadence Monitor. When we train on the bike we often refer to cadence (pedal revolutions)
Run
Running
SHOES - ensure you have comfortable shoes that don't have damage to the sole.
CLOTHING - Come dressed in comfortable running gear. Whether it's tight or loose fitting, whatever you feel most comfortable in is fine
SUNGLASSES - Keep the sun out of your eyes
HAT/VISOR - To keep sun, swear and hair out of your eyes and face
HYDRATION - A water bottle to keep your fluids up
CLOTHING - Come dressed in comfortable running gear. Whether it's tight or loose fitting, whatever you feel most comfortable in is fine
SUNGLASSES - Keep the sun out of your eyes
HAT/VISOR - To keep sun, swear and hair out of your eyes and face
HYDRATION - A water bottle to keep your fluids up
Try-The-Tri FREE!
Our beginner triathlon training Melbourne programs cover all aspects of triathlon training and provide you with a taste of the technique and skills to compete this coming season.
So if you have been thinking about trying a triathlon, now is your chance to get a head start before the next race. We know we can turn the beginner into a Triathlete regardless of age, background, fitness, skill level or otherwise. So if you have been thinking about trying a triathlon, now is your chance to tick it off your bucket list with this FREE six-week program.
So if you have been thinking about trying a triathlon, now is your chance to get a head start before the next race. We know we can turn the beginner into a Triathlete regardless of age, background, fitness, skill level or otherwise. So if you have been thinking about trying a triathlon, now is your chance to tick it off your bucket list with this FREE six-week program.