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• A triathlon event is an Olympic and World Class athletic event in which an athlete combines marathon lengths of running, biking and swimming.

  On March 28, 2009, a study released by the Minneapolis Heart Institute was released showing that deaths are two to four times higher for triathletes compared to that for marathon runners.Joplin Globe: Study: Triathlons can pose deadly heart risks (March 28, 2009)

• Fast Facts

  1. Consists of swimming, cycling and running
  2. Standard race distances
  3. 1000 Triathlon races are held each yearJoplin Globe: Study: Triathlons can pose deadly heart risks (March 28, 2009)
  4. Several hundred thousand Americans try oneJoplin Globe: Study: Triathlons can pose deadly heart risks (March 28, 2009)
  5. Marathon deaths average 4-8 of every 1 million participantsJoplin Globe: Study: Triathlons can pose deadly heart risks (March 28, 2009)
  6. Triathlons average 15 out of a millionJoplin Globe: Study: Triathlons can pose deadly heart risks (March 28, 2009)

• Minimizing Risks during a Triathlon

  • Get a checkup for hidden heart problems
  • Train adequately for events, including open water swimming
  • Acclimate to the water temperature shortly before a race
  • Wear a wetsuit if necessary
  • Make sure that races have medical staff and a defibrillator on siteJoplin Globe: Study: Triathlons can pose deadly heart risks (March 28, 2009)

• Disclaimer

  The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before beginning any Triathlon Training program.

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