On your mark, get set, go! Much has been said about the importance of getting lil ones out of the house and outside to combat obesity, but are tots as young as three ready to take on a triathlon?
As the popularity of triathlons – which usually include a mix of running, biking and swimming – grows among adults, it is gaining even more interest with the younger set. Events designed especially for kids, such as the
Though many of the events are untimed in an effort to reduce the competitive nature of the races, and all participants receive medals and recognition at the finish line, are such events a healthy way to get kids active?
Jette Joop
Agnes B
Freya
these children are starting at far too old of an age! at the moment of conception the mother must immediately jump into the ocean and rough water swim several miles then jump on her awaiting mountain bike and ride several miles more until she reaches the final test where she runs a 27 mile marathon preferably across Death Valley .. at which time the cells are observed in a cell splitting contest broadcast over the internet.
1i think if the kid is enjoying it, why not? if they whine once, it's okay too, but i think if they really hate it, the parents need to respect that & let them quit, even if that's in training or during the middle of the race...
2IMO, this is wrong. Let kids this young have fun and be active playing- not competing.
3or "training."
4ha ha ha ha ha ha jeff...just read your comment
5LOL Jeff Smith! You sound like a Boulder, CO parent.
6I think this is a good idea as long as the kid is enjoying themselves. Doing activities like this will help build their confidence and their social skills.
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