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The adrenaline should be pumping now! Stretch out to help with the nervous energy.
Head over to the water about 15 minutes before the start so you can get your body used to the water temperature and let your mind wrap around what you’re about to do.

Don’t freak out! Talk to a fellow triathlete if you start to psyche yourself out.
Be sure you have your wet suit, cap and goggles on. Be sure that the wet-suit strap is where you can locate it after the swim.
Wade into the water when your heat is called.
GO!!!!
If you are a new triathlete or a novice swimmer, stay behind or to the outside of the main group. You can get hurt in the group if you are not a strong swimmer.

The Gun: What to do at the Start Wetsuit, goggles and swim cap on, you are anxiously standing in the sand looking through the sea of participants waiting for your turn. You’ve never done a mini-triathlon and, frankly, you are nervous about all of those people charging into the water at the same time.What should you do?
How to Avoid A Frightening Start: Think Out of the Pack (video)We thought that this was, quite possibly, the funniest video we’ve seen depicting a triathlon start and wanted to share it with you for a laugh!
Crisis of ConfidenceHow to Document Your Triathlon
What to Wear for a Triathlon Triathlon swim, bike and run gear recommendations
Race Day Check-list Print off a list of what you’ll need to bring on the morning of your triathlon event.

TriathaNewbie.com Recommended Resources:

Triathlon Swim : – Get the low-down on gear and read tips for training and events.

Triathlon BikeTriathlon Bike: – Learn how to structure bike workouts, find safety tips and read recommendations on great bike gear.

Triathlon RunTriathlon Run : – Get the ultimate skinny on running sneakers, running gear, safety tips and much more.

Triathlon Training Resource and training guides

Average Triathlon Times – Guide to gauging times

Mini-Triathlon FAQ-Quick Triathlon FAQs

Triathlon Distances Which distance is best for you?

Triathlon ResourcePennsylvania Triathlon – Connellsville Parks and Recreation Triathlon – Great sprint triathlon for beginners!

Triathlon ResourceNew York Triathlon – Brooklyn Sports Club Mini Indoor Triathlon – This unique indoor event is perfect for first-timers