220 Triathlon

TRI SPEAK

‘A’-RACE The most important race of your season

AGE-GROUPER Non-pro triathlete (most of us!)

AEROBIC Aerobic exercise involves or improves oxygen consumption by the body

ANAEROBIC How much energy your body can produce without using oxygen

AQUABIKE Race with just swim and bike elements, no run

BILATERAL BREATHING Breathing every 3 strokes when swimming

BIOMECHANICS The forces applied to your body during exercise

BONKING Running out

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