Resources for Beginners

The beginning triathlete has a lot to learn. Below are some of the various resources that a newbie to multisport can utilize to gather information from fitness experts, experienced triathletes, or fellow novices.

Magazines

There are only a few periodicals dedicated to the triathlete, but each of these magazines is a good source of information for beginner.

• Inside Triathlon Magazine (subscribe)
• Runner Triathlete News (subscribe)
• Triathlete Magazine (subscribe)

Websites & Online Sections

The following links will take you to websites or sections of websites that have content focused on the beginning triathlete.

• Hulaman.com - Tri-tips
• Mind, Body, & Soul
• SlowTwitch.com - Beginner Section
• TriNewbies.com

Message Boards/Online Forums

Although online message boards tend to be unregulated and sometimes provide incorrect information, they are usually the best places to glean tips, tricks, and tidbits that "official" sources don't bother to mention. Boards are an excellent place to broadcast questions and receive multiple answers in a short time. *Some sites may require you to register before viewing or posting.

• Active.com Triathlon Message Boards
• Chicago Athlete Magazine Message Boards (local)
• Chicago Tri Club Message Boards(local)
• Duathlon.com Talk (high activity)
• Inside Triathlon Forum
• Google Groups: rec.sport.triathlon (not monitored)
• SlowTwitch.com Forums (high activity)
• Triathlete Magazine Message Boards
• Windy City Sports Magazine Message Boards (local)