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The 30 hobbies closest to triathlon in what you actually do and how it feels. Each one says what's alike and what's different.
Riding a stationary bike indoors, in spin classes or on a smart trainer with apps.
Alike: Both active and rhythmic.
Different: Cheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.
Road cyclingQuicker first wins. No winners or losers.
RunningCheaper to start. Quicker first wins.
Trail runningCheaper to start. No winners or losers.
Open-water swimmingCheaper to start. No winners or losers.
SwimmingCheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.
Cycle touringNo winners or losers. Something different each time.
RowingCheaper to start. More social.
CalisthenicsCheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.
FreedivingMore of a thrill. More relaxing.
OrienteeringCheaper to start. Less repetitive.
GolfGentler on the body. More relaxing.
Obstacle racingCheaper to start. Quicker first wins.
SkiingLess repetitive. No winners or losers.
Strength trainingCheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.
SurfingCheaper to start. No winners or losers.
KitesurfingNo winners or losers. More of a thrill.
SnowboardingLess repetitive. No winners or losers.
TennisCheaper to start. Off screen.
Ultimate frisbeeCheaper to start. Less repetitive.
WakeboardingCheaper to start. Quicker first wins.
BoxingCheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.
Clay shootingCheaper to start. Gentler on the body.
CrossFitCheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.
Field hockeyCheaper to start. Less repetitive.
Muay ThaiCheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.
Rock climbingLess repetitive. No winners or losers.
RoundnetCheaper to start. Quicker first wins.
SkateboardingCheaper to start. More creative.
TaekwondoCheaper to start. More of an indoor thing.The closest are Indoor cycling, Road cycling, Running, Trail running and Open-water swimming. They're alike in what you do and how it feels.
Road cycling is close to triathlon and quicker to pick up.
Running is close to triathlon and costs less to start.
