What does ITU stand for in triathlon?

From 1 October 2020, the International Triathlon Union (ITU) will officially take on its new identity as World Triathlon, following a rebrand that will take the sport of triathlon and its world governing body forwards after 31 years as ITU.

What is an ITU athlete?

With the establishment of the International Triathlon Union (ITU) in 1989 it was quickly established that the governing body should host a yearly world championship to establish the men’s and women’s world champion.

What is ITU racing?

World Triathlon is the international governing body for the multi-sport disciplines of triathlon, duathlon, aquathlon and other nonstandard variations. World Triathlon hosts the top level international race series the ITU World Triathlon Series and the ITU Triathlon World Cup.

Are there any triathlons in 2021?

December 3-5, 2021 CLASH Daytona will be returning again to the Daytona International Speedway with a three-day triathlon festival, starting with a 5K fun run and walk on Friday.

What is the difference between a triathlon and Ironman?

All Ironman races are triathlons, but not all triathlons are Ironman races. A Triathlon refers to a race that consists of three disciplines completed back to back; swimming, cycling and running. Ironman is also a trademarked name, with the race being organised by ‘Ironman’.

How tall is Alex Yee?

5′ 10″

What are the distances of an Iron Man?

Full Ironman Triathlon Each year, over 96,000 athletes register to compete in Ironman races, representing over 90 countries, regions and territories. This triathlon distance requires a 2.4 mile swim (3.9K), 112 mile bike (180.2K), and 26.2 mile run (42.2K).

What is the world record for Olympic triathlon?

JAN FRODENO The 39-year-old German triathlete is the current world record holder with a staggering time of 7:35:39 for the full-distance triathlon. He’s also reigning Kona champion and 2008 Olympic gold medallist.

Is a triathlon harder than a marathon?

A marathon is a set distance but a triathlon varies. So let’s assume you mean a full Ironman triathlon- then the answer is easy: the triathlon is harder, due to the need to train 3 sports, with the run distance being the same as the stand alone marathon, but coming after a swim, and bike in the triathlon.

What comes first in a triathlon?

There are many triathlon distances but the order is always the same: Swim > Bike > Run. You start with a swim, go into the first transition area (T1), then cycle, then into transition two (T2) and finish with a run.

How long should you train for a triathlon?

When to begin: In general, if you are aiming to complete your first sprint triathlon, plan for at least 12 weeks of training prior to your event. If you are very healthy, physically fit, and familiar with swimming, biking and running, an 8-week build program could be sufficient.

Will Ironman Canada 2021 happen?

Based on the guidelines from the Province of British Columbia in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as our conversations with regional and local health authorities, together we have decided to postpone the 2021 Subaru IRONMAN Canada – Penticton event from August 29 to September 26 when all stakeholders

Will IRONMAN Mont Tremblant happen in 2021?

Based on the latest conversations between the producer, the health authorities and local officials in the Province of Quebec in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic and the current restrictions related to large events, the IRONMAN 5i50, Sprint and 70.3 Mont-Tremblant triathlons cannot take place in 2021.

What do you wear during a triathlon?

In a triathlon you want to wear what is called a triathlon suit or a triathlon kit (a top/bottom combo) designed to be worn in the swim, the bike, and finally the run. This also means that you need not take any clothing off. You wear your wetsuit (if needed) on top of your triathlon suit/kit.