Michigan State Triathlon Club
Welcome to the Club
Do you like to swim? Do you like to bike? Do you like to run? Whether you like all of these or just one, this is the place for you! Triathlons are a fun and rewarding sport, where we combine all of these disciplines into one event. The club is full of supportive and energetic team members, and we all share a passion for this sport and getting to know each other. This is a club where you can learn new skills and be encouraged, with many resources to help you achieve the goals you desire - whether it be training for a triathlon, doing a triathlon, or just getting in shape and meeting other people!
What makes up a Triathlon?
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The swim is the first leg of the triathlon, and the distance varies depending on the type of triathlon you are competing in! This is usually swam front stroke/freestyle, but it can be swam any style. If the water is too cold, make sure you have a wetsuit.
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You made it through the swim and have transitioned into biking! The biking distance also varies with each race, and is usually competed on a triathlon bike. The draft legal is competed with only a road bike. Make sure you fuel up and wear a helmet!
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Finally, the last leg of the race! This distance also varies per event. The run is a tough end to the race, but with training and nutrition it can really make a difference overall! Running shoes are your new best friend.
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This is normally the shortest triathlon our members compete in, it consists of a 750m swim, 20km bike, and a 5k run. This is half of an olympic race! Drafting behind another bike is not allowed in this race.
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This is the same distance as the sprint triathlon, but with different rules. Drafting is allowed! Instead of a big race it’s laps of the same smaller course. You can get lapped out if the first person goes around a lap and passes the last person. Only road bikes are allowed.
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This is the big one for our club! Collegiate nationals is an olympic distance. 1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run! Drafting behind another bike is not allowed!
