1. What is Triathlon Distance?

A triathlon is a multisport race consisting of swimming, cycling, and running over various distances. The total distance is the sum of all three disciplines.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( swim \) — Swimming distance in kilometers
• \( bike \) — Cycling distance in kilometers
• \( run \) — Running distance in kilometers

Explanation: The calculator simply sums the distances of all three disciplines to give the total race distance.

3. Importance of Distance Calculation

Details: Knowing the total distance helps athletes prepare training plans, estimate race times, and choose appropriate events based on their fitness level.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter distances for each discipline in kilometers. All values must be non-negative numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are standard triathlon distances?
A: Common distances include Sprint (0.75km swim, 20km bike, 5km run), Olympic (1.5km/40km/10km), and Ironman (3.8km/180km/42.2km).

Q2: How accurate should my distance measurements be?
A: For training purposes, approximate distances are fine. For race planning, use official course measurements when available.

Q3: Should I convert miles to kilometers?
A: This calculator uses kilometers. If your distances are in miles, multiply by 1.60934 to convert to km before entering.

Q4: Does this account for transition areas?
A: No, this calculates only the three main disciplines. Transition areas are typically not included in total distance.

Q5: Can I use this for duathlon or aquathlon?
A: While the principle is similar, those events have different discipline combinations (run-bike-run for duathlon, swim-run for aquathlon).