The 2017 Lobo Triathlon, is a sprint distance race, perfect for the first time triathlete or seasoned competitor. The weekly training schedule and optional Saturday coaching sessions will prepare participants for the 5 kilometer run, 20 kilometer bike and 400-meter swim.  

The Lobo Triathlon is a sprint distance race, perfect for the first time triathlete or seasoned competitor. The weekly training schedule and optional Saturday coaching sessions will prepare participants for the 5 kilometer run, 20 kilometer bike and 400-meter swim. Compete as an individual or form a team. Follow the UNM News Minute for the updated weekly training schedule.

Visit event details and registration for complete information. Race fees are discounted for UNM students. Faculty and staff wishing to use tuition remission to cover the registration fee and the optional Saturday coaching sessions should register. 

The Lobo Triathlon celebrates the new UNM College of Population Health, which launched in 2016 and is only the third of its kind in the world.  Population health is a discipline that aims to join public health, prevention, chronic disease management and complex care into a cohesive system that focuses on wellness. 

As a commitment to keeping kids active and healthy, proceeds from the race will benefit the UNM Summer Youth Sports Program.

Week 1 Training Schedule (Jan. 16-22):

  • Monday: Swim 600 yards – 4 x 50 with a 20 second recovery between each set, then 4 x 100 with a 25 second recovery between set.
  • Wednesday: Bike 45 minutes at moderate pace, keeping cadence at 90 RPM.
  • Friday: Run 20 minutes at moderate pace, 85 – 90 steps per minute
  • Saturday: Attend 90-minute coaching session from 8 – 9:30 a.m.  Meet Coach Marc at Johnson Pool bleachers; bring swim suit, cap, goggles and towel.  Registration is required.  If not attending the coaching session, do 20 minutes of dynamic stretching or Yoga.

Week 2 Training Schedule (Jan. 23-29):

  • Monday: Swim 800 yards – 6 x 50 yards with a 20 second recovery between sets, then 5x100 yards with a 25 second recovery.
  • Tuesday: Core: 10 minutes -  4 x 30 second planks, 2 x 25 modified crunches. Repeat 2 or 3 times through the day to equal 10 minutes.
  • Wednesday: Bike 45 minutes at moderate pace, keeping cadence at 90 RPM.
  • Friday: Run 25 minutes, moderate pace, 85-90 steps per minute.
  • Saturday:  Attend 90-minute coaching session from 8 – 9:30 a.m.  Meet Coach Marc at Johnson Field outside of pool area; bring bike and cycling gear (helmet, gloves, sunglasses, cold weather gear, water) for a group ride.  In case of inclement weather, bring running gear for a group run.

For more information, email Byron Piatt, bpiatt@salud.unm.edu or Lori Peterkin, lpeterkin@salud.unm.edu.