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    Area of Science:

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    • Exercise Physiology
    • Endurance Sports

    Background:

    • Endurance athletes typically benefit from even pacing.
    • Elite triathletes in Olympic-distance events often exhibit a positive pacing strategy during the run leg.
    • This study addresses the discrepancy between optimal pacing theory and observed elite triathlon race behavior.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the typical pacing strategies employed by elite triathletes during the 10-km run.
    • To determine the relationship between running pace variability and overall race performance.
    • To provide evidence-based recommendations for optimizing triathlon run pacing.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of race data from 14 International Triathlon Union elite races over 3 years.
    • Inclusion of 725 male athletes in the study.
    • Examination of split times for each lap of the 10-km run course.

    Main Results:

    • Elite triathletes predominantly use a positive pacing strategy, running the first lap significantly faster than subsequent laps.
    • Pace in the first lap showed a lower correlation with overall 10-km run time compared to later laps.
    • Lower pace variability during the run leg correlated with superior run times and overall race performance.

    Conclusions:

    • The 10-km run is a critical determinant of overall triathlon performance.
    • Elite triathletes' typical positive pacing strategy during the run may be suboptimal.
    • Coaches and athletes should consider adopting more even pacing strategies for the run to improve race outcomes.