Now, Hansen doesn't want to train/compete during non-Olympic years. Well, at least, he is staying in good shape with the triathlon training/competing. I wouldn't like his "Gary Hall, Jr." approach this if he wasn't doing the tri stuff. But, since he is doing some kind of training, it can't hurt to try new things at 28. He has probably tried everything else to win that Olympic gold. Overall, I think that Shanteau is the future of American Breaststrokers. Hansen had his day back in 2004 to 2006. But, who knows what can happen. Dara Torres is America's best sprinter right now and she is in her 40s.
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looking at his tri results: he is a very good runner but an average biker
The cycling takes time to develop.
Usually swimmers turning to triathlon are able to run pretty fast, but their bodies are not ready for the pounding. Early injuries are common mainly due to impatience to get fast quickly.
But cycling can be worked from the begining.
That is if the athlete can take sitting on a bike seat for long stretches of time! Lots of strategy and variations of training make it pretty darn fun.
I would not say that co-existing as a triathlete and competitive swimmer makes one faster in the pool.
But that is just my own personal experience.
If Brendan likes triathlon, I imagine he could be quite good with his reputation for meticulous training and planning.
looking at his tri results: he is a very good runner but an average biker
The cycling takes time to develop.
Usually swimmers turning to triathlon are able to run pretty fast, but their bodies are not ready for the pounding. Early injuries are common mainly due to impatience to get fast quickly.
But cycling can be worked from the begining.
That is if the athlete can take sitting on a bike seat for long stretches of time! Lots of strategy and variations of training make it pretty darn fun.
I would not say that co-existing as a triathlete and competitive swimmer makes one faster in the pool.
But that is just my own personal experience.
If Brendan likes triathlon, I imagine he could be quite good with his reputation for meticulous training and planning.
