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3.86 km (2.4 miles)	Swim
180.25 km (112 miles)	Cycle
42.2 km (26.2 miles)	Run

Note: these are the standard accepted race distances but you will find triathlons of varying distances. Ironman is a brand name owned by the World Triathlon Corporation. Although other triathlons are competed over this distance they are not Ironman races.

* For indoor water swims this distance is usually 400 metres (0.25 miles).

Success in triathlon means pacing yourself correctly throughout. Work on your fuelling needs early on, but to safeguard your digestive system, only experiment with new products in training and not on race day. Keep the twin factors of pacing and fuelling uppermost in your mind, as this could mean the difference between success and failure on the big day. Ask yourselves questions in training, such as, “Could I run on these legs?” especially during long bike rides where you may be pushing too big a gear and wasting vital energy.

And last of all, that word often quoted but much ignored – rest. You can have the best coaches, the best equipment and the best training environment in the world, but skip this part of the programme and you’ll pay heavily. Learn to train smart and enjoy many long and healthy seasons, in and out of the saddle. Remember too that rest also means relaxation, so find ways to unwind, that don’t include physical pursuits such as gardening or painting the house. Most of all enjoy the thrill of taking part in a tough but rewarding experience that you’ll probably want to repeat again and again.