SKMS Practice Details & Triathlon Training Tips
See below for information on our SKMS practice details and training tips. Use this guide to help each SKMS member properly prepare for the most enjoyable triathlon experience.
SKMS Practices
Swim
SKMS Swim training dates, times, & locations will be posted to the SKMS team training calendar.
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Bike
SKMS Bike training dates, times, & locations will be posted to the SKMS team training calendar.
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Run
SKMS Run training dates, times, & locations will be posted to the SKMS team training calendar.
Race Information
Race directors may modify these distances slightly to fit their specific race course
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6-8 Youth – 25 to 100M Swim, 2K Bike, 1K Run
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9-10 Youth – 100M Swim, 3K Bike, 1K Run
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11-12 Youth – 200M Swim, 5 to 7K Bike, 2K Run
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13-15 Youth – 200 to 400M Swim, 8 to 10K Bike, 2 to 3K Run
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13-15 Youth Elite – 400M Swim, 10K Bike, 2.5K Run
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16-19 Junior – 400 to 750M Swim, 15 to 20K Bike, 5K Run
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16-19 Junior Elite – 750M Swim, 20K Bike, 5K Run
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M = Meters
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K = Kilometers
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Race distances may vary based on the race directors discretion and the race.
Training Tips
Swim
SKMS Swim training will be with Coach Shannon. There will be an emphasis on developing Open Water Swim Skills.
All SKMS team members will be required to have a swimsuit, swim cap, goggles, and personal swim buoy at all Open Water Swim Sessions.
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Recommended Items:
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Bike
SKMS team members will be required to have a bike in good operating condition and an approved bike helmet.
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Run
SKMS team members will be required to have basic running apparel and a good pair of running shoes.
Race Day Checklist
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General- *Links provided for examples of items
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Race bag​
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USAT ID card or #
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Race details (location, time)
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Water bottle
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Pre/Post race clothes
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Pre/Post race fuel
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Swim Gear
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Bike Pump
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Spare Tube & Tire levers
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Bike Multi-tool & repair kit
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Body Glide or Tri Glide
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Toilet paper or baby wipes
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Swim
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Goggles​
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One Piece Swimsuit or Trisuit- SKMS team suit available to order
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Swim cap (if not provided)
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Bike
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Bike​
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Tires pumped
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Bike chain lubed
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Helmet
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Sunglasses (optional)
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Run
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Running shoes​- preferably slip on or elastic adjustable laces
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Race belt
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Visor or Sunglasses (optional)
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