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Ideal Body Fat Percentage for Triathletes

Ideal Body Fat Percentage for Triathletes

Traditionally, endurance athletes have viewed weight and body fat percentage as something to be reduced. The thinking was the lighter, the better. But there’s a reason to take that recommendation with a grain of salt as a triathlete. At some point, strength can be lost if you get too thin. Further, your ideal weight may depend on the duration of your event.

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Conquering the World’s Toughest Triathlons

Conquering the World’s Toughest Triathlons

If you can’t picture yourself running a marathon, then imagine swimming and biking for several hours before the marathon starts. This is what triathlons entail, and while they’re all difficult, a few are so brutal they make the average event look like a cakewalk. Which triathlons take the cake?

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