Who won the NYC triathlon?

The overall male winner was Marcelo Moreira of São Paulo, Brazil with a time of 1:58:15 and the overall female winner was Gaby Bunton of Saint Paul, Minnesota with a time of 2:12:26.

How many people participate in NYC triathlon?

About the Event Each year, over 3,000 athletes participate in this New York City staple summer athletic event.

Where is the NYC triathlon?

The historic Hudson River is the swim venue for the New York City Triathlon.

Is it safe to swim in the Hudson River?

Avoid swimming near or immediately downstream of any active dredging and project-related vessels on the river. People shouldn’t swim, boat or recreate in these areas because of safety concerns from boat traffic and operating equipment.

What are the distances in the NYC triathlon?

NYC Triathlon. The Verizon New York City Triathlon is an International Distance race consisting of a 1500m swim, a 40K bike and a 10K run. Explore the course information and download our athlete and spectator guides to learn the ins and outs of the NYC Tri.

How long is the NYC triathlon?

NYC Triathlon. The Verizon New York City Triathlon is an International Distance race consisting of a 1500m swim, a 40K bike and a 10K run.

Are sharks in the Hudson River?

In July, a shark is reported in the Hudson River off 42nd Street. Police as far north as Poughkeepsie are warned.

Why is the Manhattan river so dirty?

Numerous factories that once lined the Hudson River poured garbage and industrial waste directly into the river. These factories produced transformers, capacitors, and electric motors, which used PCBs as dielectric and coolant fluid. This pollution was not comprehensively assessed until the 1970s.

How many hours a week should I train for an Ironman?

It takes a minimum of 13 hours of training per week to get in shape for an IRONMAN race. That means you’ll be training almost every day of the week. After all, you not only have to swim, bike and run during the race, but you have to beat the cutoff times.

Can I do an Ironman in one year?

My advice, be cautious. One Ironman in a year is difficult, two is very challenging, and three would require a pro- triathlete’s commitment to training and focus (although it can certainly be done, especially by very experienced triathletes).