What is a good first time Ironman time?

What’s a Good Time for Ironman Beginners? Since the Ironman is a grueling race, anything under the 17 hour cut off mark is an achievement. For those in the age group of 30-35, 13 hours for men and 14 hours for women are satisfactory. The same applies to the Ironman 70.3 series.

What should I know before Ironman?

The 10 things I wish I knew before my first Ironman

• Ask as many questions as you can.
• Learn the art of drafting in the swim.
• A sea swim is very different to a fresh water swim.
• Pack the blue Ironman bike bag to the brim.
• Warm up at the start of bike leg, just like any other practice ride.

How do I prepare for my first Ironman?

Your first Ironman: 30 training and preparation tips

1. Pick a race that’s right for you.
2. Plan early.
3. Have a training plan.
4. Treat social media with caution.
5. Be accountable.
6. Consider hiring a swim coach.
7. Focus on your weakest discipline.
8. Practise in open water.

How long should I train for my first Ironman?

You don’t need 20+ hours a week; however, training for an IRONMAN is still a time-consuming process. A typical plan will run a course of 24-30 weeks, with the first six to 10 weeks totalling between eight and 10 hours per week.

How long does a 2.4 mile swim take?

2.4 miles or 3,800 meters is a long time to be swimming. The average age-group swimmer takes roughly eighty minutes to swim this distance without stopping.

Is a half Ironman hard?

A Half Ironman is tactically more difficult. So it’s harder to execute a race plan successfully. You need to be a strong swimmer. It’s not enough to just be able to survive the swim as you’ll be in open water with other people who will be kicking, slapping and swimming over you (potentially).

What happens if you get a flat in an Ironman?

Subject: RE: what happens in an ironman if I get a puncture or three…? You’re on your own. That means you need to train for a fourth event: Changing a flat. The overwhelming majority of triathletes do not practice changing flat tires.

How hard is a full Ironman?

The IRONMAN distance is legit hard. You will be challenged mightily on race day. But you can suffer better by teaching your body and mind in the preceding months to be okay with sustained discomfort (not pain; you should come to understand the difference).

What happens to your body after an Ironman?

Ironman begins to affect your body even before the starting horn—or cannon, in one notable event—sounds. Among the greatest physiological challenges are core body temperature regulation, dehydration, fuel supply and usage, muscle damage, nutrition absorption and processing and brain fatigue.

How do you go to the bathroom during an Ironman?

The perfect option to urinate during Ironman is to use the toilet stops placed at bike aid stations along the route. Cycists can find a bathroom every 12-15 miles of the course which is approximately 30 minutes for those who ride at 20 miles per hour.

What percentage of participants finish an Ironman?

In a typical North American Ironman, nearly 95\% of those who start will ultimately finish the race. And it’s interesting to note that even with a world-class field, Kona has a 7\% DNF rate.

Can you swim backstroke in an Ironman?

You can absolutely do breaststroke in an Ironman! The only stroke that you can’t do in any sort of triathlon is backstroke – for two reasons; firstly, because you can’t see where you’re going, and secondly, because it’s rolling on your back that signifies you may be in danger or at least struggling.