Train for a Triathlon in 9 Weeks

Consistency Builds Endurance

The people that can establish a doable routine can be consistent with training. Those that can maintain a consistent training plan about 80-percent of the time are going to be successful completing the race.

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As you work your way towards completing your first triathlon, don't forget to have fun. Planning to complete a triathlon is a good way to build or maintain excellent fitness and enjoy a new sport. I suspect you'll meet some great new people too.

Have fun and enjoy the journey!

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Gale Bernhardt

Gale Bernhardt was the USA Triathlon team coach at the 2003 Pan American Games and 2004 Athens Olympics. She's worked as a World Cup coach and delivered education training for the International Triathlon Union's Sport Development Team. Thousands of athletes have had successful training and racing experiences using Gale's easy-to-follow training plans. You can find some of her training plans on Active Trainer to help you succeed.
Gale Bernhardt was the USA Triathlon team coach at the 2003 Pan American Games and 2004 Athens Olympics. She's worked as a World Cup coach and delivered education training for the International Triathlon Union's Sport Development Team. Thousands of athletes have had successful training and racing experiences using Gale's easy-to-follow training plans. You can find some of her training plans on Active Trainer to help you succeed.

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