8 Tips for Racing Your First 70.3 Triathlon

70.3 grueling miles of swimming, biking, and running can feel intimidating, but it’s absolutely within reach. Fresh off his 12th 70.3 finish, Coach Ryan Tibball joins the podcast to share practical, proven tips for tackling your first (or next) middle distance event. Built around the mantra “nothing new on race day,” this episode dives into what you can dial in well ahead of time from choosing the right race and building a strong support system to studying the all-important athlete guide. In a distance where pacing and nutrition can make or break your day, preparation is everything. Learn how to practice your race-day strategy so there are no surprises when it matters most. Consistency is the real secret to success in a 70.3. Start your season with this episode, apply these insights to your training, and set yourself up to cross the finish line ready to celebrate everything you’ve accomplished.

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8 Tips for Racing Your First 70.3 Triathlon is an episode from The TriDot Triathlon Podcast by TriDot Triathlon Training.

This episode is 01:02:31 long.

This episode was published on Mar 30, 2026.

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