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When was the first triathlon consisting of swimming, cycling, and running held?
When was the first Ironman triathlon held?
Where was the International Triathlon Union (ITU) established?
How many athletes competed in the first triathlon held in San Diego, California?
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Which three disciplines make up the most common form of triathlon?
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In which year did the sport of triathlon become a part of the summer Olympics?
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Who completed the world’s first Ironman triathlon?
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What is the official distance for the triathlon in the Olympic Games?
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Which type of triathlon is considered the most challenging?
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What is the purpose of a swim cap in a triathlon?
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What is the recommended equipment to have before mounting the bike in a triathlon?
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What is the distance of a super sprint triathlon bike race?
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What is the purpose of riding the bike as far to the right side of the lane as possible in a triathlon?
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What is the role of Triathlon Saskatchewan?
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What is the purpose of the Regina Multisport Club Junior Team?
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What is the order of activities in a triathlon?
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What is the term for the designated periods between the three activities in a triathlon?
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What is the term for riding closely behind another cyclist for an advantage in a triathlon?
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What is the term for changing from swimming gear to biking gear in a triathlon?
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What is the term for the part of the triathlon where athletes switch from biking gear to running gear?
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What is the term for the part of the competition where athletes showcase their running skills in a triathlon?
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What is the term for the technique where athletes are not allowed to benefit from drafting off swimmers in a triathlon?
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What is the total distance covered in an Olympic triathlon?
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What is the distance covered in a Half Ironman triathlon?
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What is the minimum age requirement to join the Regina Multisport Club?
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What is the cost of Triathlon Canada's national affiliation for adults?
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What is the purpose of a wetsuit in a triathlon?
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What is the primary focus of triathlon as a sport?
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What is the significance of familiarizing oneself with the course and event rules in triathlon?
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What is the recommended action before starting each discipline in a triathlon?
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Study Notes
History of Triathlon
- The first triathlon consisting of swimming, cycling, and running was held in 1974.
- The first Ironman triathlon was held in 1978.
- The International Triathlon Union (ITU) was established in 1989 in Avignon, France.
Triathlon Disciplines
- The three disciplines that make up the most common form of triathlon are swimming, cycling, and running.
Olympics and Triathlon
- Triathlon became a part of the summer Olympics in 2000.
- The official distance for the triathlon in the Olympic Games is 1.5km swim, 40km bike, and 10km run.
Ironman Triathlon
- The world's first Ironman triathlon was completed by Gordon Haller in 1978.
- The Ironman triathlon is considered the most challenging type of triathlon.
Triathlon Equipment
- A swim cap is worn in a triathlon to reduce drag and improve aerodynamics.
- The recommended equipment to have before mounting the bike in a triathlon includes a helmet, shoes, and gloves.
- A wetsuit is worn in a triathlon to provide buoyancy, warmth, and reduce drag.
Triathlon Rules
- Riding a bike as far to the right side of the lane as possible in a triathlon is done to allow other cyclists to pass safely.
- The term for the designated periods between the three activities in a triathlon is transition.
- The term for riding closely behind another cyclist for an advantage in a triathlon is drafting.
- The term for changing from swimming gear to biking gear in a triathlon isTransition 1 (T1).
- The term for the part of the triathlon where athletes switch from biking gear to running gear is Transition 2 (T2).
- The term for the part of the competition where athletes showcase their running skills in a triathlon is the run segment.
- The term for the technique where athletes are not allowed to benefit from drafting off swimmers in a triathlon is no drafting.
Triathlon Distances
- The total distance covered in an Olympic triathlon is 51.5km.
- The distance covered in a Half Ironman triathlon is 70.3 miles (113km).
- The distance of a super sprint triathlon bike race is approximately 10-20km.
Triathlon Organizations
- Triathlon Saskatchewan is an organization that promotes and develops triathlon in Saskatchewan, Canada.
- The Regina Multisport Club Junior Team is a team that focuses on developing junior athletes in triathlon.
- The minimum age requirement to join the Regina Multisport Club is 6 years old.
- The cost of Triathlon Canada's national affiliation for adults is $60.
Triathlon Tips
- The primary focus of triathlon as a sport is endurance and stamina.
- Familiarizing oneself with the course and event rules is crucial in triathlon.
- It is recommended to review the course and event rules before starting each discipline in a triathlon.
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