The Timex Ironman Triathlon watch springs to mind for many when considering the purchase of a sport’s watch. Understandably, as the Triathlon model has been partnered with sports since it’s inception in 1984.

The connection was cemented in 1986 when Timex become involved with the famous Ironman Triathlon sporting event. Timex very cleverly aligned themselves with the Ironman Triathlon race which was in it’s early days in a stroke of what in hindsight turned out to be marketing genius.

The original name Timex Triathlon watch was then replaced by the name Timex Ironman Triathlon watch, the diving capacity was increased to 100 meters, a few cosmetic changes were made along with the trademarked name and a new icon in watches was born.

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There are many options today when it comes to building up your triathlon skills enough so that you can one day take on the Ironman Triathlon.

It has become the norm for beginner triathletes to start out their triathlon career by trying a Sprint Triathlon, Olympic Distance Triathlon, and Half Ironman Triathlon before taking the leap into the Ironman Triathlon.

Many people believe this is the only way they will ever become an Ironman and often having so many options confuses the issue.

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Bored of the same old triathlon workouts? Are you ready for some routines that are going to absolutely blow your mind and put some fresh intensity into your training program. In no particular order of importance, here are 15 of the best triathlon workouts that you aren’t doing:

1. Treadmill Hiking Sprints

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