Ironman Distance Triathlon 2006
Misery Turn Into Marathon Triathlon Success
Now that the dust has – just – settled on the streets of London Marathon let's spare a thought for all non-runners. Even before the race start, competition was keen with over 50,000 disappointed applicants unable to attend and the situation is no different at all the World Marathon Majors.
But if you're still serious about testing your body to its limit, a triathlon event can be an interesting and more accessible option with less pressure on places. The triathlon event consists of three consecutive disciplines of swimming, biking and running, with distances to suit all abilities from super sprints to Olympic level.
At the height of the family are the grueling Ironman Triathlon competitions, test the triathletes with increased distances. The more difficult courses in Hawaii and the Canary Islands also add ingredients infinitely more fascinating ocean, volcano and hot sun.
In fact Lanzarote Ironman Triathlon is almost here, due to take place this year on May 20, with registration for men and women closing in May 1, 2006. Lanzarote will see over 800 competitors attempt to complete a 3.8 km (2.4 miles) swim, 180 km (112.5 miles) bike ride followed by a volcano 42 km marathon or 26 miles, all in a day.
Attracting some of the world's best professional athletes, the event is definitely not for the weak, although the schedule of activities has for a few days of fun runs the week before the event itself, and parties and award ceremonies during the night.
If the sun, and fun elements of the party sound appealing, but you think you're just not quite able to hone your body into this category superfit then only slow the pace down a notch or two with a stay at Club La Santa Lanzarote ( http://www.clublasanta.com ), Headquarters, an officer of Ironman and is recognized as one of the best resorts in the world of sports.
By combining the superb sports facilities, with sun throughout the year, the Canaries are easily accessible throughout the summer and winter, see XL to know about a cheap flight Lanzarote ( title = "http://www.xl.com/champion/cheap-flights-to-lanzarote.asp"> http://www.xl.com/champion/cheap-flights-to-lanzarote.asp). Trainers Triathlon Club is available for personal coaching for athletes with the most serious organized professional events such as the Weekly Volcano Triathlon, as well as smaller triathlon and duathlon events with participation open to all guests.
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