1. What is Pace in Triathlon?

Pace is a measure of how long it takes to cover a given distance in triathlon disciplines (swim, bike, run). It's typically expressed in minutes per unit distance (min/100m for swimming, min/mile or min/km for biking and running).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the pace formula:

Where:

• \( P \) — Pace (min/100m, min/mile, or min/km)
• \( T \) — Time taken (minutes)
• \( D \) — Distance covered (100m, miles, or km)

Explanation: The formula calculates how many minutes it takes to cover one unit of distance based on your total time and total distance.

3. Importance of Pace Calculation

Details: Knowing your pace helps in race strategy, training intensity, and performance tracking across all three triathlon disciplines.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total time in minutes and distance covered. Select the appropriate unit (100m for swimming, miles/km for biking/running) and discipline.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good swimming pace for beginners?
A: Beginner triathletes typically swim at 2:00-2:30 min/100m pace in open water.

Q2: How does bike pace compare to running pace?
A: Bike paces are generally much faster than running paces (e.g., 3:00 min/mile biking vs 8:00 min/mile running).

Q3: Should I use miles or kilometers?
A: Use whatever units you train with. Most triathlons use metric (km) for biking/running.

Q4: How accurate should my time input be?
A: For best results, use precise timing (to the second) converted to minutes (e.g., 1:30:45 = 90.75 minutes).

Q5: Can I use this for race prediction?
A: Yes, you can calculate required pace for target race times by rearranging the formula.