What do females wear for a triathlon?

Some women can get away with a tight triathlon suit, while others are more comfortable in a sporty swimsuit top or a moisture-wicking sports bra that will not get saturated during the swim. Make sure all your attire, including your sports bra, is ‘tried and true’ come race day.

What should a beginner wear for a triathlon?

Essential Gear for Triathlons…Beginners Guide

Do you change clothes during a triathlon?

You can opt to change into clothes specific to each leg of the race—or not. Some triathletes choose to do the whole race in a swimsuit for quicker transitions. Other swimmers simply pull on a pair of shorts before jumping on their bike. In general, tri clothing should fit snugly.

Do I need a tri suit?

Triathlon suits: Not necessary, but nice-to-have. A good triathlon suit is designed specifically for triathlon, and offers benefits that may help you race faster and be as comfortable as possible.

Can you do a triathlon shirtless?

When you emerge dripping from the lake or ocean after the open-water swim, you’ll need to add clothing for the bike ride. Male triathletes have the option of continuing shirtless for the cycling portion of the race, or putting on a shirt. Many triathletes wear cycling gloves to reduce wear and tear on their hands.

Why you should never date a triathlete?

Split personality. You could always go on one of their trips with them, if you fancy spending all day on your own while they are out cycling. However it is particularly dangerous to accompany a triathlete to a race because you run the risk of seeing the “other side” of your paramour.

Is an Ironman bad for your body?

Putting in too many miles training for ultramarathons, triathlons and other endurance events can cause long-term damage to the heart. A little exercise is good for you. Too much can be bad for you, and could even kill you.

What do you need to wear in a triathlon?

In a triathlon you want to wear what is called a triathlon suit or a triathlon kit (a top/bottom combo) designed to be worn in the swim, the bike, and finally the run. In other words, you do not take it off! With the exception of the wetsuit (if needed), you need not put on any other piece of clothing.

Which is the best magazine for triathlon gear?

Triathlete magazine is the premier resource for everything triathlon gear: find how-to advice, gear reviews, and unboxings from our experts. We put a lot of thought into everything that appears on this page!

Why do you wear shorts in a triathlon?

This specific design allows you to wear the shorts for the swim, bike, and run. After the swim, the shorts will drain the water and still give you padding on the bike.

What to put in your transition bag for a triathlon?

Swim/morning bag. What you need for the swim is in this one; put any extra clothing you will wear in the morning in it, too. Bike gear bag. Bike special-needs bag. This is what you’ll want out on the course for lube, food or drink. Run gear bag. Run special-needs bag. Put all of these bags into your transition bag.