Thanks to technologies such as GPS and the advanced possibilities to measure speed and distances, a triathlon watch can be very useful for every triathlete. In this blog I give a brief explanation of the different functions of a triathlon watch and I explain a number of watch brands.
The difference between a triathlon watch and a regular sports watch
Whereas sports watches were previously only able to display time and heart rate, the functions of these watches are now much more extensive. Especially due to the built-in GPS and the advanced tracking functions that can be found in many triathlon watches. You could see it as a smart watch specially designed for the multisport triathlon. These watches are therefore perfectly capable of registering the multiple disciplines, which is the difference with a normal sports watch. I certainly dare to say that a triathlon watch contributes to a more effective training for your triathlon.
The different functions of a triathlon watch
Just as a triathlon consists of three different disciplines, a triathlon watch also works in three different modes. Namely swimming, cycling and running. To be able to train effectively, it is important to be able to follow all those three components carefully. Of course, you want to know as precisely as possible what your average speed is for each different part. Thereby, it is also important to know how much rest you should have in between your training sessions. Many triathletes underestimate the importance of rest. So, a triathlon watch that can remind you of this is very useful. Thanks to the connection that is possible between a triathlon watch and the various training apps, it is very easy to accurately track all your training results.
A training schedule for your triathlon
Curious how far you can go? Do you think you can do half a triathlon or maybe even a whole triathlon, but you don’t know where to start? Find more information on the triathlon coaching page.
