Dr Simon Shaw, Co-Founder @ Fit Certify | 5th April 2025 | hello@fitcertify.com
Whether you’re diving into your first Sprint event or preparing for a full-distance endurance race abroad, triathlons are as demanding as they are rewarding. If you’re racing in countries like France, Italy, or Spain, there’s a good chance you’ll need a medical certificate — and in some cases, supporting test results like an ECG, spirometry, or urinalysis.
In this guide, we’ll break down exactly what you need and show you how Fit Certify makes getting your triathlon medical certificate fast, easy, and completely online.
A triathlon is a multi-discipline endurance event made up of swimming, cycling, and running — back-to-back, without breaks. Distances vary, from beginner-friendly Sprint and Olympic triathlons, to more demanding Half Iron (70.3) and Full Distance formats.
Whether you’re racing locally or flying abroad for a major event, you’ll want to make sure your preparation includes not just physical training — but also your medical clearance, especially for events in Europe.
In many countries, especially Italy, France, and Spain, triathlon organisers require participants to submit a valid sports medical certificate before they can race. This is especially common for events that are:
Failing to submit a certificate in time may mean you can’t collect your race bib — no bib, no race.
A required statement on many Triathlon medical certificate templates
Some organisers — particularly for longer-distance events in Italy, France and Spain — also often request supporting diagnostic tests as part of your medical clearance. These may include:
🫀 ECG (Electrocardiogram) to assess heart rhythm
🫁 Spirometry or pulmonary function testing
💧 Urinalysis
🩺 General health checks or physical exam results
These requirements are more likely if participating in longer, more demanding triathlons.
💡 Fit Certify lets you upload your test results securely as part of your application. Our doctors will review everything and issue a certificate if you meet the safety requirements — typically within just a few hours.
Training, travel, nutrition… preparing for a triathlon is a serious time investment. Getting your medical certificate shouldn’t be another hurdle. Here’s why triathletes are going digital:
At Fit Certify, we work with endurance athletes every day. From beginners doing their first sprint triathlon to seasoned pros heading to European championships, we’ve got your back.
Here’s what makes us the go-to choice:
Getting a triathlon medical certificate with Fit Certify is fast and simple. Here’s how it works:
Provide your medical history and triathlon details through our secure portal.
Have an ECG, spirometry, or urinalysis done already? Upload the results. If your event has a specific form, we can complete that too.
Our doctors review everything. If you’re medically fit, we’ll send a signed and stamped certificate to your inbox — usually within just a few hours.
Whether you’re training for your first Olympic triathlon or racing abroad in a full-distance event, being medically cleared is more than a formality — it’s about safety, peace of mind, and fulfilling race requirements.
Fit Certify makes it quick, simple, and completely online, so you can focus on race day, not paperwork.
🏊♂️🚴♂️🏃♂️ Ready to race? Get your triathlon medical certificate today and take the next step in your journey to the finish line.
Same-day sports medical certificates, all from the comfort of your home — fast, simple, and hassle-free.
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All certificate requests submitted before 9pm (BST) are issued the same day.
