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Predictive variables for half-Ironman triathlon performance.

Nicole Gilinsky1, Keely R Hawkins2, Theresa N Tokar2

  • 1College of Education, Texas Tech University, USA.

Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport
|May 28, 2013
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Faster triathletes had lower body fat and more race experience. Goal setting and previous performance were key predictors of half-Ironman race time, not total training or tapering strategies.

Keywords:
AnthropometricsGoal-settingHalf-IronmanTaperTriathlon

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Endurance Sports Physiology

Background:

  • Understanding factors influencing endurance race performance is crucial for athletes and coaches.
  • Half-Ironman triathlons demand significant physiological and psychological preparation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between training, anthropometrics, tapering, and performance in a half-Ironman triathlon.
  • Identify key predictors of race time in this specific endurance event.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving 209 triathletes (155 males, 54 females).
  • Data collected on training habits, anthropometrics, race experience, tapering strategies, and goal setting.
  • Participants categorized into performance groups based on finish times.

Main Results:

  • Faster male triathletes exhibited lower body weight and body fat percentage.
  • Elite athletes had more race experience and fewer rest days; training hours did not differ.
  • Goal time and its importance were significant predictors, alongside age and prior race performance.

Conclusions:

  • Anthropometrics, race experience, and goal-setting differentiate faster triathletes.
  • Total training volume and tapering strategies did not significantly vary between performance groups.
  • Age, previous performance, and goal commitment are primary determinants of half-Ironman race success.