- We all think we're cool because we do three sports,
but for those on the outside looking in
on the triathlon world,
we do do some rather odd things that we think
are completely fine and normal.
- Yeah, but if we break it down,
what are the signs that make us triathletes?
Well I think it's time for
- [Female Triathlete] You panic
when you have to travel out of town
because you don't know where you're going to swim.
(awkward music)
(whispering)
(bushes rustling)
(both scream)
- Where's the pool?
- I don't...
think of something!
- Okay, let's go.
(awkward music)
(keys clicking)
- [Male Triathlete] Have you taken it
one step too far and found yourself
obsessing about aerodynamics?
When it spills over into your work,
that's probably a good warning
that you need to rein things back in.
(awkward music)
(keys clicking)
- [Female Triathlete] As a triathlete,
you're jealous of your friends who are just
training for a marathon.
- Sorry I'm late.
- No, take your time.
Why's your hair wet?
- I've been swimming, haven't I?
What have you been doing?
- Oh, I've got this marathon to train for
so you know, that's pretty taking up a lot of my time,
I'm training pretty hard, you know?
- God, that must be so hard,
training for one sport.
- Yeah, it is actually, it's pretty tough.
Well shall we get on with this run?
- I think we should, yeah.
- Alright, let's go.
(awkward music)
- Ah, well thanks for that.
That was great. - No, no worries, enjoyed it.
- Yeah do you fancy joining me for a coffee now?
- I'd love to, but I haven't got time I'm afraid.
- Oh.
- I'll catch you later.
- Okay. - See ya.
- See ya.
(awkward music)
- Oh, hi there.
Oh.
- [Male Triathlete] As triathletes,
we occasionally urinate on ourselves.
Not always, but sometimes.
Particularly in the longer distance races
to avoid stopping mid bike ride.
This is a bit of an art
and takes some practise,
but perhaps not on your commute.
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- [Female Triathlete] Are you guilty of spending
your two week annual holiday at a training camp
when you could be chilling out with your friends
and family on a beach?
- Hey Heather,
Where did you say you're off to again?
- I'm going to Southern Europe.
- Oh you know there's some pretty good cycling
around there.
- I didn't actually, no.
I'm heading to Tuscany in Italy.
- Oh, there's a great swimming complex there as well.
- Oh really?
Oh.
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- [Male Triathlete] Do you always go back for seconds?
Of course, all the calories you're burning
with your training have to be replaced somehow.
Even if it does make your friends
who are on a strict diet a little jealous.
Oh, and don't forget the mid morning
and mid afternoon snacks.
- [Female Triathlete] You know you're a triathlete
when you consider work recovery time
between training sessions.
Do you arrive at work with that sigh of relief
as you sit down and you take the weight off your legs?
Those eight hours at your desk are designed
purely for recovery, right?
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Oh.
(sleepy music)
- What?
- [Male Triathlete] As a male triathlete,
you occasionally find yourself in the odd situation
of having smoother legs than a female partner.
If you're new to the shaving regime, don't worry.
She'll get used to it.
(sexy whistle)
You know you're a triathlete when your car purchase
depends on whether your bike will fit in the back.
And even when your bikes are worth more
than the car you're putting them in.
So do yourself a favour and buy yourself
a bigger vehicle so that you can buy yourself
more bikes.
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- [Female Triathlete] Do you dream of those days
when you used to travel light?
Just a small handbag on your arm,
or packing a small weekend bag,
those days might well be gone as you find yourself
unable to find a rucksack large enough
to fit in all of the training kit
and food that you need for the day,
let alone a weekend away.
(awkward music)
- [Male Triathlete] Has chlorine become
your scent of choice?
Your heading out suited and booted
and you can't help thinking
that you still stink like a swimming pool.
But maybe, you've just grown to like it.
(awkward music)
- Well look, there's no shame if you do any of these,
we are triathletes after all,
but don't be surprised if you get a few odd looks.
- Yeah and if you know a friend that's guilty
of doing any of these, make sure you share
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