a discipline for everyone
By Cassandra Johnson
Multi sport means you have options when it comes to what you want to race. Love open water swimming, mountain biking and trail running? Go off road. Are there two disciplines you enjoy more than the other? Aquabike or duathlon may be the perfect fit for you.
USA Triathlon Kids chatted with top-ranked juniors from each discipline to learn how they got their start in the sport, race recommendations, training tips and more. Read on to see what multisport discipline fits your personality and interests.
Swim + Bike + Run = TRIATHLON
Trinity Schimbeck, 16, St. George, Utah
Trinity’s dad inspired her to give triathlon a try and she loved the challenge of trying to beat him. After that, she fell in love with the sport.
Favorite thing about triathlon: “I like the challenge. [My favorite discipline] is the swim. You can’t win it in the swim, but it’s so important.”
Best race: CAMTRI North American Junior Championships in Sarasota, Florida. Highlight: Great competition, plus option to race the Mixed Team Relay format.
Top tips: “Just be brave and go out and try it. If you’re nervous, try swimming or running first and transition into triathlon. It’s easier to push yourself when you’re with a group and having a coach is a big factor.”
Swim + Bike = AQUABIKE
Mitchell Waits, 15, Centreville, Ala.
Mitchell started out doing triathlons with his dad and brother but struggled with the running. That’s when he gave aquabike a try. He still gets great exercise while focusing on the two disciplines he enjoys the most.
Favorite thing about aquabike: “My favorite part is I’m with my dad and brother. It’s a family thing.”
Best race: Brett Robinson Alabama Coastal Aquabike in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Highlight: An awesome ocean swim.
Top tips: “Don’t be afraid to just start it. Once you get started, it’s actually kind of easy.”
To learn more about each discipline, visit
www.usatriathlon.org/disciplines. Looking for a race near you? Check out the event calendar at
www.usatriathlon.org/eventcalendar.
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