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)
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.
#Official Site of the International Triathlon Union: [http://www.triathlon.org/?call=TWpJMQ&sh=keep Triathlon Training Tips]
BeginnerTriathlete.com: Triathlon Training Plans and Online Coaching
Daily Train: Free Triathlon Training and Triathlon Training Log
Novice Triathlete: Tri on a Budget
ontri: Triathlon Training Community
hulaman.com: da hulaman's Free Triathlon Training
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