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How
to get started
You will need swim equipment, swim suit, cap,
goggles. You will need bike equipment, bike, helmet, bike clothing.
You will also need running clothes and shoes. Your coaches may have information
on discount relationships we have with some retail partners.
Heart Rate Monitor Swimsuit - For swimming, your swimsuit
should be one in which you can comfortably swim laps.
Goggles
- Goggles are necessary to protect your eyes from chlorine and to help you see
well under water. Different brands of goggles fit differently so try them
out before you purchase them: press the goggles against your face, without putting
the elastic band around your head. If the goggles fit well, they will stay
on your face without the elastic. Keep your receipt – most major retailers
will allow you to exchange goggles if they leak or don’t fit right.
Bike
- For cycling, it doesn’t matter whether you have a mountain bike, hybrid,
or road bike. Wondering what kind of bike to get? It is extremely important
that your bike fits you well – the height of your seat post, the position
of your saddle, and the location of your handlebars, among other things.
If your bike doesn’t fit you well, it will be uncomfortable, you will not
get the power you need to ride efficiently, and you risk injury as you increase
your training mileage.
Helmet (required!) - A helmet is
required and it is extremely important that it fit you properly. A poorly-fitting
helmet is almost as dangerous as no helmet at all
Water bottle
- Bring a water bottle with you to all of our workouts. It is important
to stay hydrated during training. You should have a cage on your bike so
you can keep your bottle with you during bike rides.
Running shoes
- Whether you are running or walking, it is important to have running shoes
that give you the proper support. Shoes that are too old or shoes that don’t
provide the right support for your needs will end up causing discomfort and injury.
Everyone’s biomechanics are different, and you should purchase your running
shoes from a running specialty store. There, the experts will measure your feet,
watch you walk and run, and select the right shoe for your running needs.
Comfortable
sports bra - For your training, you’ll need a sports bra that provides
good support, doesn’t pinch or bind, wicks moisture away from your skin,
and is comfortable. Avoid sports bras that are made with a cotton blend
– look for all moisture-wicking fabric. Try on several different styles,
and then jump up and down, jog in place, and swing your arms forward, backward,
and all around. The internet has some articles about how to find a good
sports bra.
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