Keys to Completing a Triathlon

1. Cardio is the first key.  There is no substitute for logging the miles.
2. Swimming in open water is no joke.  Mental toughness is the biggest key to the Swim
3. Find some sort of organized swimming group so you can get some stroke coaching.  
4. Really think through your event before you buy an expensive bike.  If you just do a short triathlon, get a cheap mountain bike that you can use for life before commiting to a road bike.  
5. Practice running after cycling -- it's an odd experience.  
6. Look into a strength program and yoga.  
7. Focus on strength, flexibility and diet more than swimming, cycling & running
8. Learn to eat and drink while running; these are weird sensations on race day.
9. Finally, hydrate constantly

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