Swim, bike, run
Get ready for Saint Louis University's annual IronSLU triathlon!
All current University students, faculty, staff, and current members of the Simon Recreation Center are eligible to participate in the six week program to cover the distance of an Ironman triathlon:
- 2.4 miles swimming (14 laps per week)
- 112 miles biking (18.7 miles per week)
- 26.2 miles running (4.37 miles per week)
New this year
Meditation
This year, we’re adding a new category to the mix! You’ll have the option of choosing three activities from the following list to count towards the triathlon:
- 2.4 miles swimming (14 laps per week)
- 112 miles biking (18.7 miles per week)
- 26.2 miles running (4.37 miles per week)
- 270 minutes of meditation (45 min per week) - NEW!
Resources
Want to try meditation, but not sure where to start? Check out some of these links:
EXtra week
Since spring break falls within the IronSLU dates this year, we added an extra week! Participants will now have six weeks to complete the distances.
The Fast Facts
When
IronSLU 2024 runs Monday, February 12th and closes Sunday, March 24th
Where
Anywhere! Swim in the indoor pool at the Simon Rec Center, run on the Med Campus outdoor track, or bike to SLU
Why
Because it's FUN, FREE and a great motivator for cross-training!
Additional info
- Participants are responsible for tracking their distances and submitting WEEKLY (reporting form sent via email to participants once they've registered).
- All participants who actively engage in the program and complete the distances will receive a free t-shirt
- Participants will receive weekly email reminders to submit distance reports
Weekly Distance Report
Got
Questions?
Send an Email
campusrec@slu.edu
Call Us
314-977-3975