With so much focus on improving your swim, bike and run fitness, it’s easy to neglect what happens in between each discipline on race day......the "Transition" area. Transitions are unique to triathlons as you will need to move from one sport to the next as you make your way from start to finish. The transition area is the place where you keep your race day gear/equipment/nutrition and perform skills like putting on your bike helmet and running shoes. The transition area can be stressful and chaotic but it’s not an area for rest or socialization. It’s important to remember that your race time includes everything that happens from the start of the swim until you reach finish line. Most triathletes will experience their highest race day heart rate in the first transition area. After exiting the swim, the rush of running to your bike can make even the most experienced triathlete feel a bit winded. Exhaustion, rapid breathing, and nerves can have your fumbling your wa...
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