What is a typical Ironman finish time?

Average age-group Ironman finish time is 12-14 hours. Typical breakdowns: swim 1:10-1:30, T1 5-8 min, bike 5:30-6:30, T2 5-8 min, run 4:30-5:30. Qualifying for Kona (World Championships) requires approximately 9-10 hours.

How do you allocate effort across triathlon disciplines?

As a general rule, run fitness predicts final position most strongly in Ironman. Cycling efficiency (speed per watt) determines how fatigued the legs are for the run. Swimming is the least time-discriminating leg at amateur level.

What is the expected performance drop from training pace to race pace?

Due to sequencing fatigue, expect run pace to be 10-20% slower in triathlon than standalone run performance. Cycling power is also reduced 5-10% from fresh FTP when preceded by a swim and extended cycling effort.

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Predict triathlon finish time by combining individual swim, bike, and run performance benchmarks with estimated transition times for sprint, Olympic, 70.3, and Ironman distances.

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