Starting triathlon training can be overwhelming with countless things to consider and buy. So, where should you begin? What's essential versus nice to have? Welcome to our mini-series on progressing as a triathlete. Today’s episode focuses on beginners: key priorities for your time, effort, and money. We'll highlight what's crucial now and what can wait. Intermediate or advanced athletes, make sure you have these basics covered. Stay tuned for future episodes on advancing your skills further. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:35 - Gratitude04:30 - Focus on What's Important (Ways to Improve Faster)09:00 - Basic Equipment for Beginners13:30 - Key Skills to Learn18:15 - Keep Training Simple23:00 - Data: Get Some Testing26:40 - Structure: Order of Importance28:00 - Technology and Right Set-up34:10 - Right Bike and Course37:30 - Right Nutrition and Hydration42:30 - Focus on Technique49:30 - Equipment Upgrades51:30 - Establish A Solid Base If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.