So You Want To Train for Your First Triathlon

So You Want To Train for Your First Triathlon

From Black Iron Radio by Black Iron Nutrition & Training

April 16, 2026 · 44 min

About this episode

The episode discusses practical advice for training for your first triathlon, focusing on beginner-friendly approaches and common misconceptions.

For anyone triathlon-curious but convinced it's too complicated, too expensive, or only for people with fancy bikes and a suspicious amount of free time… this one's for you. Amanda, Nic, and Morgan to talk through what it actually looks like to train for your first triathlon, especially if you're starting with a sprint or Olympic distance. They get into what makes triathlon feel intimidating, why shorter races are usually the smartest entry point, what kind of fitness you actually need to get started, and how little gear you truly need to toe the line. They also talk through common beginner mistakes, the reality of training for three sports without turning your whole life upside down, and why the swim deserves respect even if the rest feels approachable. It's a practical, low-BS conversation for anyone who wants to try something new without getting swallowed whole by the chaos, cost, and culty corners of endurance sports. Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog

People in this episode

Hosts: Amanda, Nic, Morgan

Topics covered

  • triathlon training
  • beginner mistakes
  • sprint distance
  • Olympic distance
  • fitness requirements
  • gear needed
  • endurance sports

Keywords

  • triathlon
  • training
  • beginner
  • sprint
  • Olympic
  • fitness
  • gear
  • endurance sports

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Organizations: Black Iron Nutrition

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