You might have heard of the term CLIPLESS PEDALS-- which makes no sense at all because the pedals totally DO have clips. And what about BRICK and TRANSITION and rules about headphones and how to rack your bike and when and where your race numbers should be worn? There are a lot of odd rules and things to consider when preparing for your first triathlon, and I've got you covered with some explanations that will have you heading into training and race day with it all figured out.

Resources:

Kim's website: www.crushingmygoals.com

Kim's Instagram

Power of Run Facebook

Power of Run YouTube

Contact Kim at [email protected]

USA Triathlon site

USA Triathlon rules

Listen to all the episodes in this NATIONAL TRIATHLON WEEK series!

Why Tri?

Busting Your Excuses

Tips for Masters Athletes

And tomorrow--race week and race day prep

Coach Kim Peek is a USAT certified triathlon coach and a USATF certified running coach She is also certified by Lydiard, RRCA and Healthy Running and holds a number of group fitness certifications, including functional aging specialist and breast cancer exercise specialist. She would love to be YOUR coach!  email her at [email protected] to chat about your situation and see if you are a good fit for each other!