Quote:
|
Originally Posted by FrankS
I have actually set my goal to compete in the iron man in 2010. I applied to try the eco challenge with the SWAT team I was on but the guys backed out, good thing I think I would have had my ass handed to me. 
Thanks Frank |
Hi Frank,
This is a bit off topic, but I want to let you know you can set your sights higher.
You don't need five years to prepare for an Iron distance tri. ABC's Wide World of Sports showing all the finishers crawling across the finish line in Hawaii over the years has created the impression that it's the most difficult test of endurance . It's not.
I reckon you could get ready in six months, assuming you aren't overweight now and have any sort of fitness base to work with, and in much less time if you have a decent base in cycling or running. Once you can run a marathon, you'll be close to ready. The cut off times are generous for the swim and bike, so you don't have to be fast if your goal is to just finish.
(Now if you meant five years to qualify for the World Championship in Hawaii, nevermind. You might train for a lifetime and never be fast enough to qualify.)
Good luck.