To reiterate, the independent variable is the thing over which the researcher has control and is manipulating. In this experiment, the researcher is controlling the food intake of the participant. The dependent variable is believed to be dependent on the independent variable.
This grueling triathlon distance consists of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile ride and a 26.2-mile run. Ironman pros post bike splits as fast as four hours and 15 seconds -- a more than 26 mph average pace, which gets all the press. You may wonder how more average mortals perform on the bike portion of the course so you can gauge your training and potential race-day performance.
Training for the Haf Ironman or 70.3 distance. The half Iron triathlon is typically 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and a 13.1 mile half marathon. Add those numbers and you get 70.3. This distance has become very popular over the last few years. It is a perfect stepping stone for triathletes that hope to one day compete in a full distance Ironman.