The Run Of the three sports in triathlon, the one that comes last (the run) is probably the easiest to get involved in. Firstly we would recommend going to a reputable running shop in order to buy your shoes. The running shop should be able to look at your gait and/or running form on a…Read more Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 3: The Run)
Training
Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 2: The Bike)
The Bike Many people picture triathletes on bikes that cost more than some cars, with odd looking, pointy helmets on. This doesn't have to be you; and we would even say shouldn't be you when starting out (unless you are from a cycling background perhaps)! The first bit of advice for any new triathlete when…Read more Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 2: The Bike)
Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 1: The Swim)
The Swim The swim is often the most daunting part about triathlon for new comers, however it doesn't have to be this way. Tyne Triathlon runs three coached swim sessions a week that cater to all abilities from very basic swimmers all the way up to triathletes aiming for GB Age Group selection. If you…Read more Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 1: The Swim)
Critical Swim Speed Testing (05/02/2018)
Monday 5th February saw Tyne Triathlon's first Critical Swim Speed (CSS) test of 2018. Many people will be asking, what is CSS, and what does it have to do with me? The short answer to this is knowing your CSS and using to appropriately pace swim sessions will make you a faster swimmer. This is…Read more Critical Swim Speed Testing (05/02/2018)
Christmas Sessions!
The last swimmg sessions, unless there is a groundswell of disapproval, will be Monday 18th at Fenham and Thursday 21st at the Lakeside. Killingworth sessions start on the 4th and Fenham on the 5th of 2018. We have had a great 2017 and I'd like to thank all our members new and old for their…Read more Christmas Sessions!
Introduction to Triathlon
We are always aware that things are only easy once you've been shown the ropes... So to try and remove barriers to joining and quell anxiety we are inviting all new members and anyone interested in joining to be our Introduction to Triathlon session. We'll explain the basics and answer your questions.... Wednesday 29th November…Read more Introduction to Triathlon
Tyne Triathlon’s IRON Year
2017 was the year of the IRONMAN for 5 of Tyne Triathlon's members. For four of them, this was their first foray into the world of long distance triathlon, but for the other it marked their second attempt at the distance. For those who don't know, an IRONMAN, or iron distance triathlon (in the case…Read more Tyne Triathlon’s IRON Year
