Triathlon Sports Among Artists, a Healthy Lifestyle Trend That Is Becoming More Popular

Kapanlagi.com - Sports have become part of the lifestyle of artists. Not only gym, pilates, or padel, but triathlon is also starting to gain interest. Triathlon is known as a sport that demands excellent stamina.

Triathlon is a sport that combines three disciplines: swimming, cycling, and running. The sequence starts with swimming, followed by cycling, and ends with running.

This sport requires high physical endurance, as participants must complete all three disciplines in succession without a long break. There are several categories in triathlon, ranging from beginners to long distances like Half Ironman and Ironman.

1. Sought After by Artists

Several Indonesian artists who actively participate in triathlon events include Kelly Tandiono, Sigi Wimala, and Ditto Percussion. Kelly Tandiono even achieved third place at the Bengkulu Triathlon 2017.

In addition, communities like Triathlon Buddies also play a significant role in popularizing this sport in Indonesia. In April 2025, they organized an annual event at Gelora Bung Karno, Jakarta, with a non-competitive format that is friendly for beginners.

2. History and Development of Triathlon in Indonesia

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Triathlon first appeared in 1901 in France through the race "Les Trois Sports" which consisted of swimming, cycling, and running. This race is considered the precursor to modern triathlon.

In 1974, the Mission Bay Triathlon in San Diego, California, became one of the first well-documented modern triathlon races. The popularity of triathlon continued to grow until it officially became a competitive sport at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia.

In Indonesia, triathlon began to be widely recognized in 2008 when it became one of the sports in the Asian Beach Games held in Bali. Subsequently, various national and international scale triathlon tournaments began to be held, such as Ironman 70.3 in Lombok and BCA Super League Triathlon in Bali. These events not only attracted the attention of professional athletes but also the general public interested in trying this sport.

3. Costs and Preparation for Participating in a Triathlon

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Participating in a triathlon indeed requires a significant amount of money. Basic equipment such as a bicycle, swimsuit, and high-quality running shoes can cost tens of millions of rupiah. In addition, the costs of tournament registration, transportation, and accommodation also need to be considered.

However, for those who want to try without incurring high costs, there is an option to participate in the relay category, where one team consists of several people, each handling one discipline of the sport.

"For example, if we master swimming technique, while running and cycling are not our expertise. Then it would be better to join with some other friends to participate in the relay. So at least we can get a feel for the competition terrain of the triathlon," said Richard Sambera, a former national swimmer, as reported by suara.com.

4. Enjoyable by Everyone

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For beginners, physical and technical preparation is very important. Regular training to improve stamina and technique in the three branches of the sport is necessary. Additionally, understanding the competition route and the terrain conditions is equally important.

Triathlon is not just a sport for professional athletes; it can also be enjoyed by anyone who has a passion for a healthy lifestyle and challenges. With community support and the increasing number of tournaments held in Indonesia, this sport is becoming more accessible to the general public.

(kpl/tdr)