A Motivation Researcher Unpacks Why Triathletes Do This Sport
Understanding the motivations of triathletes is key for achieving multisport goals.
Author
Dr. Candace Brown
Dr. Candace S. Brown is a 15+ year triathlete having competed distances from super sprint to Ironman. An Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Community Health at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, her research focuses on understanding motivation to exercise among midlife to older adults. Her cited work, including information for this written piece, can be found on her website.
My Stories
#MyTri: Finding Camaraderie As A Black Triathlete
Dr. Candace Brown shares her story of finding the sport, finding women who supported her and her experience, and why she's not going anywhere.