It seems odd to say it, right? I'm a triathlete, not a runner. I mean, running IS the third discipline of triathlon so why is it that triathletes should not call themselves runners? If you are a triathlete.... When was the last time you had the urge to register for a swim meet? How about participating in a cycling road race? When was your last running race? Perhaps some triathletes enjoy racing in other events aside from triathlons and with the training for one sport, comes an improvement in sport specific skills and overall fitness. But it is not that common for a triathlete to dedicate 2-3 months, specifically trying to get faster in swimming or cycling, with the intention of racing in a swim meet or cycling event to show off their accumulated fitness. However, on the contrary, it is extremely common for triathletes to dedicate 2-3 months, typically in the "off-season" to run specific training and racing. Many times, triathletes will even train fo
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