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Win a Hunter Kemper Signed Tank Top
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February 11-
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 SVS The GFT Tribe It looks like KAR is about the only one posting, so it is time for the rest of you to join the action!!
As one of the 'original' TRIBE menbers, I stay in the backgrounds, lurking, observing, offering mundane or obvious suggestions. And over the past 20 years, FRED still offers some of the best events in the country!!
The events are just not for you to attend, they are for you to get "INVOLVED" with. Volunteer when you are not participating, and bring your friends along. Don't just sit back, GET VOCAL!! That's what the "TRIBE" is all about. Ask 'Bill the Cat', if you can find him. Or 'HAMMY', 'IRONTOE', or the very obvious "TATOOED BEAUTY".
OK, I shook some memories. And at the top of the list will always be "ROCK ON SUZY"!!
So start asking/posting/making memories. This will be some of the most fun you will ever have.
TAZ
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January 02-
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theforge The GFT Tribe I'm in. Paid up on Monday. Got two HIMs in the first quarter, so the ultra distance training will not start until after. But this offseason was minimal.
about 5 months ago | | |
January 01-
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KAR The GFT Tribe Good evening, peeps! Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!..I'm sure most of you are into strength training routines...Today was the first step to another tri season. I got up early, hit the pool for 20 minutes of laps. A couple of hours later, I rode 18.5 windy miles. After the bike ride, I stretched, changed shoes, hydrated and ran 3.5 miles, listening to Dave Matthews. The first steps for another tri season are in the logbook...I hope all of you realize your dreams this year, whether it's a Kona slot, or simply finishing your first tri... See you at the races. G 'bye.
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December 11-
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KAR The GFT Tribe This forum is usually slow after race season, looks like everyone has gone into hibernation. Lets see if someone is out there...Hello!!!...I had a visitor from my past pay a visit, and now I can get rid of them. That's right, plantar fasciitis. It came back sometime in mid October, so I had to stop running. I did the half IM on November. Bike went really well, just under 3 hours for 56 miles, considering it was real windy. I taped my foot real good in T2 and shuffled/stumbled/plodded/ and limped a 2:40 half marathon. I was OK with that, considering I hadn't run in a few weeks. Next up, a half marathon in Weston on Dec.9. I've done 'em before on very little training, but that was a carry-over from IM training. But I've never done one being out of shape AND injured.I had no idea of the suffering I was in for...Race morning was normal. Foot taped up rock solid, game plan was to start out slow, relax, go easy, finish, enjoy post race. At 10k, I was just under one hour. Shortly after, that's when everything came unraveled. I felt like I was going in slow motion. Every stride felt like someone was driving a nail into my right heel, and started a limp. At about mile 8, my left knee started hurting, probably from dragging my right leg. I thought about dropping out. I started shuufling, I was being passed alot, and there was nothing I could do about it. At about mile 11, both groin muscles were hurting. I was a train wreck. Just beofre the last turn before the the finish was a small group cheering on everybody. When I got to them, they looked at me in stone silence, mouth open. One of them said "you OK?" I turned the last corner and headed to the finish line, and the last thing I needed was someone taking my picture..I crossed the finish line and kept walking, got to my truck, changed clothes and drove the slow road home. I couldn't wait to get out of there...
about 6 months ago | |  KARcontinued... I think I finished in about 2:25 or so. I listened to Norah Jones on the way home and did some serious reflecting. I want to make sure there is a silver lining to such a poor performance. I made a few vows, which I won't share here, except one and that is to say that I'll NEVER let myself get to a point so low. What was I thinking?? And just how much counseling do I need?!... I'm going to forget the next couple of races, so the next one will be in Miramar on Jan 19th. Then prep begins for the next tri season. Yahoo!!... Hope everyone is enjoying the Holidays. Happy Hanukkah! Lots of cool tri toys out, hopefully Santa remembers everybody. Have a Safe and Happy New Year.
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October 30-
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Spirit of 1989 The GFT Tribe to all the tribe members but especially edad,yellowcake and kar-thanks for all the chat and help prior to the race-it was a good'un. Im even thinking of the aquabike next year!!!-good swim- fair/easy bike-mega hard run from 9 miles -but thats ultra racing eh?even got a glass because i apparently won my age group- next year im 50 so a whole new bunch of fellas to race with, cant wait! great to meet you e-dad, sorry i missed you yellowcake....now for a winter of long and easy rides,runs and swims everybody...enjoy. thanks to somer sports it was great
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October 25-
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theforge The GFT Tribe Where are the freaking pictures? I can't navigate that website. All I find is some place where you put your name email and number and you get told you will be notified when your pictures are ready. Aren't they supposed to be up now?
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KAR The GFT Tribe Just a couple of important items to pass along before the Big Dance. By now, this race had better be in the forefront of your thinking. Mental preparation, race visualization. Be sure to have a plan and stick with it, no matter what. It's tempting, when you feel good after the swim, then as your flying down Cherry Lake Rd, to overdo it on the bike. Slow down, then back off a bit more!! Remember, you're setting yourself up for the marathon... Don't worry about Sugarloaf. I believe it's a half mile long, at 7 percent at it's steepest. There is a slight downhill leading into it, but that's after a sharp turn. Pay attention to Jalarmey Road. It's a short climb, but there is also a sharp, hidden turn that won't give you much momentum before going up it. It's just a pain in the ass...Lastly, stick to the plan that got you this far. Don't throw it away on race day. Don't worry about your time, no one cares, only that you made it across the finish line. Good luck to all of you, and remember John Collins quote: "Swim 2.4 miles. bike 112 miles, then run a marathon, all in one day. Then brag for the rest of your life."
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TriathletesVillage Tri News
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Are You An Endurance Athlete With Overtraining or Adrenal Fatigue?
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5/13/2013 1:33:49 AM Everyman Tri
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Recently, a very "beat up" triathlete showed me the results of his saliva testing for hormones. They were really low. Even cortisol was low. Cortisol is the stress-release hormone we churn out when exercising and living, and when that drops...
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Just arrived: UA Toxic Six Running Shoe
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5/12/2013 5:57:31 PM Everyman Tri
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The trend of very loud and very lite running shoes continues to wash ashore at EveryManTRI with this latest arrival: The Under Armour Toxic Six Running Shoe. UA says "Calling this running shoe “minimalist” doesn’t do it justice. The ultra-flexible,...
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Great Britain's Jonathan Brownlee wins again in Yokohama Japan
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5/11/2013 8:31:20 AM Everyman Tri
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Yokohama, Japan - Great Britain's Jonathan Brownlee started his season in a now familiar way in Japan, as he led from almost start to finish in an all-round perfect performance at ITU World Triathlon Yokohama. Just last month Alistair Brownlee...
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Revolution3 Triathlon Adds Pocono Mountains Event in 2014
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5/17/2013 11:29:09 PM tjnickhttp://www.trijuice.com Triathlon Juice (TRIJUICE) - triathlon news & resource site
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 Revolution 3 expands their 2014 race line-up with a new September 12-14 REV3 Pocono Mountains event. The weekend is nestled at the magnificent Shawnee Inn, a historic lodge established in the early 1900′s. The Shawnee Inn is entirely for Rev3 athletes and families, and T2, expo, and finish line are all on the grounds of Shawnee Inn.
Triathlon: REV3 Pocono Mountains
When: September 12-14, 2014
Where: Shawnee on Deleware, PA
Events: HalfRev, OlympicRev, Sprint Adventure Race, Glow 5K
Website: www.rev3tri.com
"We are thrilled to expand our race series and add REV3 Pocono Mountains," said Charlie Patten, Revolution 3 President and Founder. "This is a beautiful area at this time of the year, and will truly celebrate the fall season and outdoor multisport on the East Coast."
The weekend will include multiple events including a Friday evening Rev3 Glow 5K, a USARA sanctioned sprint adventure race and a family adventure race on Saturday. Sunday's highlights are an Olympic distance triathlon as well as a Half REV. The Half REV offers a professional race with a $50,000 prize purse.
Sunday's races feature a lake swim, then a point to point bike where the athletes plunge 400 vertical feet over the first 4 miles of the bike into the scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area where the scenery this time of year will be the only distraction as the balance of the bike course will be closed to traffic. The run is a hilly out and back course passing Shawnee Mtn. Ski Area and back into the National Recreation Area before coming back to finish at the Shawnee Inn Resort.
"The Pocono Mountains are proud to introduce the REV3 Triathlon and Adventure Race Series to its 2014 calendar. We believe that REV3 brings an air of challenge, rejuvenation, family bonding and fun," said Pocono Mountains Convention and Visitors Bureau's Vice President David Jackson. "These are all of the ingredients that make the Pocono Mountains stand out as a proven leader in the outdoor adventure sports community and the principals we stand on when selecting sporting events. The outdoor adventure sport trend continues to grow and REV3 is one of the reasons for its continuing success."
"We are taking over an existing race but streamlining it to give athletes and spectators convenience so they can focus on racing and not have to worry about logistics," said Eric Opdyke, Revolution3 Race Director.
Registration for the new REV3 Pocono Mountains will open soon, so keep checking the www.rev3tri.com website for details.
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• Revolution3 Triathlon Announces New Triathlon in Branson
• Revolution3 Triathlon Annouces Age Group Race Series
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Inaugural Challenge Melbourne Sells Out
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5/13/2013 10:57:54 PM tjnickhttp://www.trijuice.com Triathlon Juice (TRIJUICE) - triathlon news & resource site
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MAY 14, 2013 - The successful launch of Challenge Family with three events into Australia continues with Challenge Melbourne selling out today with over 1200 competitors.
"I couldn't be happier with the response from athletes and industry people to the announcement of Challenge Melbourne," said David Hansen, Challenge Melbourne director. "The emails and phone calls of encouragement have been overwhelming and to now sell out the event in less than a week of opening entries is humbling."
Challenge Family CEO, Felix Walchshöfer, is also thrilled with the huge response from athletes. "Athletes have been asking us for nearly two years to come back to Australia and today it seems as though they have greeted Challenge Family's return in the best way possible with so many signing up, not just for Melbourne but for all three races. I'd like to take this opportunity to say thank you to each and every athlete for your support and I very much look forward to welcoming you across the finish line!"
The inaugural Challenge Melbourne event will take place on February 2, 2014.
Last week the Challenge Family announced their re-entry into the Australian triathlon scene with Challenge Melbourne, Challenge Forster and Challenge Bateman's Bay.
The Challenge Forster event is currently open for entries and continues to fill quickly as athletes rush to make sure they are apart of this traditional event.
"Athletes care about tradition and love to recall history, so for Challenge Forster to allow the new generation of athletes to experience the course on which our sport was built is very exciting," said Mark Emerton, Challenge Forster and Challenge Bateman's Bay race director. "Entries are pouring in and I would expect the race to fill very soon. We're also really pleased with the way Bateman's Bay entries are going so early on.
Challenge Forster will take place in the idyllic twin towns of Forster-Tuncurry on the NSW Mid-North Coast on Sunday November 24, 2013 while Challenge Bateman's Bay will be held on March 16, 2014. Challenge Bateman's Bay entries opened today, Monday.
The Challenge Family global series of long distance triathlons is changing the face of long distance racing around the world with its focus on athlete experience. Featuring spectacular courses in iconic destinations, Challenge Family events focus on delivering the race-of-a-lifetime to every athlete, and creating a memorable spectator experience that captures all the excitement and emotion of this inspirational sport.
The addition of the Australian races takes the Challenge Family to 21 events around the world including the world's largest long distance triathlon, Challenge Roth in Germany. Other Challenge Family races are held in Germany, Austria, Canada, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Denmark, New Zealand, Thailand and Taiwan.
Entries to Challenge Forster and Challenge Bateman's Bay are currently opened to the general public at www.challenge-australia.com.au
For further information on Challenge Family, please visit www.challenge-family.com, follow on Twitter @Challenge_Family or like on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ChallengeFamily.
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Leanda Cave's World Champion Triathlon Suit Auction
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5/13/2013 12:39:09 AM tjnickhttp://www.trijuice.com Triathlon Juice (TRIJUICE) - triathlon news & resource site
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 Leanda Cave, the reigning 2012 Ironman World Champion, is hosting a charity auction on eBay with all proceeds going to a great cause, the Blazeman Foundation for ALS. Up for grabs is the triathlon suit she wore last October, when she won her first ever Ironman World Championship title in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. See the eBay item description below. Hurry, as the eBay auction ends on May 19, 2013 15:00:59 PDT .
Auction Item Description
This is THE tri-suit that I wore when I won the 2012 Ironman World Championships in Kona.........it has been washed by the way!
I will be donating all the money from the sale of this tri-suit to my charity of choice: the Blazeman Foundation for ALS. I have been supporting this charity since 2007 and every year I do something in a bid to raise money and awareness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. This year the multi-sport community lost a dear friend to many, Pete Zucker. I was fortunate to meet Pete and get to know a little of the impact his battle with this disease had on his family and friends. This one is for you Pete.
PLEASE be generous and PLEASE tell all your friends. Below is a little more about ALS and for further information about the Blazeman Foundation for ALS, please visit their website.
ALS is a progressive degenerative disease that attacks the motor neurons, or nerve cells, in the brain and spinal cord. Motor neurons control the movement of voluntary muscles. Death of the motor neurons makes it impossible for the brain to control muscles or signal them to move. As the muscles atrophy, it results in weakness and loss of coordination.
ALS is unpreventable, untreatable and incurable. ALS attacks otherwise healthy adults randomly and spontaneously. Once diagnosed, people with ALS have an average life expectancy of 2 - 5 years.
Link to Leanda Cave's World Champion Triathlon Suit Auction on eBay
Blazeman's War on ALS!
 A Multi-Sport Movement to End Lou Gehrig's Disease
The Blazeman Foundation for ALS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. It is a family foundation that serves to carry out the vision of its namesake and founder, the late Jonathan "Blazeman" Blais. Contributions to the foundation are tax deductible.
The mission of the Blazeman Foundation for ALS is 1) to raise awareness about ALS by leveraging the energy, commitment and compassion of the multi-sport community and 2) to raise necessary funds to be directed into cutting-edge scientific research to find treatments and an eventual cure for ALS...So Others May Live.
To learn more about the Blazeman Foundation for ALS visit: www.waronals.com
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Jorgensen Wins Again, Brownlee Gets His First in Yokohama
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5/11/2013 11:57:22 AM tjnickhttp://www.trijuice.com Triathlon Juice (TRIJUICE) - triathlon news & resource site
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 American Gwen Jorgensen proved to the triathlon world that her ITU World Triathlon Series win in San Diego was not fluke as she notches another ITU World Triathlon Series Title in Yokohama, Japan. She managed to hold off Emma Moffatt and Jodie Stimpson on the run for her second ITU win of 2013. One the men's side, Great Britain's Jonathan Brownlee, who didn't think he would be racing at all this season due to an injury, showed everyone that he's back. The reigning ITU World Champion lead from start to finish to win the ITU World Triathlon Yokohama race, his first win of 2013.
Highlights of the 2013 World Triathlon Yokohama - Elite Women
If San Diego hinted at it, Yokohama has well and truly confirmed the USA's Gwen Jorgensen as the leading contender in 2013, as she took back to back ITU World Triathlon Series titles and the overall series lead in Japan on Saturday.
Conditions played a huge part with constant rain and cooler temperatures making for a treacherous race at times, with numerous crashes on the bike. But it was Jorgensen who reigned supreme, first running down Emma Moffatt (AUS) and Jodie Stimpson (GBR) and then simply flying off into the distance to win by 14 seconds in a time of 1 hour 57 minutes and 5 seconds.
Jorgensen initially stayed back after the first lap of the run, but pulled out another negative split 10km to pull back in the difference in the final lap and said it played out to her race plan.
"I wouldn't say it was a repeat of San Diego, there were different conditions out there today, a choppy swim and the rain on the bike, but it was an exciting race for sure," Jorgensen said. "I just started the run and to be honest I was a little worried those girls really took it out fast and I just tried to focus on my race. I just tried to maintain pace the whole way."
The win puts Jorgensen on top of the 20132 ITU World Triathlon series rankings, with three races now completed in the season. Germany's Anne Haug still sits in second, with Moffatt in third.
Continue reading full coverage...
2013 ITU World Triathlon Series - Yokohama Results:
Yokohama, Japan - May 11, 2013
| Elite Men Results |
Time |
Place |
Elite Women Results |
Time |
| Jonathan Brownlee (GBR) |
1:44:59 |
1 |
Gwen Jorgensen (USA) |
1:57:05 |
| Javier Gomez (ESP) |
1:45:23 |
2 |
Emma Moffatt (AUS) |
1:57:19 |
| Joao Silva (POR) |
1:46:16 |
3 |
Jodie Stimpson (GBR) |
1:57:20 |
| Ivan Vasiliev (RUS) |
1:46:25 |
4 |
Ashleigh Gentle (AUS) |
1:57:52 |
| Richard Murray (RSA) |
1:47:23 |
5 |
Maaike Caelers (NED) |
1:58:29 |
| Henri Schoeman (RSA) |
1:47:26 |
6 |
Vendula Frintova (CZE) |
1:58:45 |
| Andrew Mccartney (CAN) |
1:47:31 |
7 |
Kate Roberts (RSA) |
1:58:51 |
| Adam Bowden (GBR) |
1:47:43 |
8 |
Aileen Reid (IRL) |
1:58:59 |
| David Mcnamee (GBR) |
1:47:56 |
9 |
Kate Mcilroy (NZL) |
1:59:07 |
| Ryan Bailie (AUS) |
1:47:57 |
10 |
Charlotte Mcshane (AUS) |
1:59:23 |
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Highlights of the 2013 World Triathlon Yokohama - Elite Men
 Just two months ago Great Britain's Jonathan Brownlee didn't think he would be racing at all this season, but the reigning ITU World Champion came back with a bang in Japan on Saturday, leading from start to finish in a perfect all-round performance at ITU World Triathlon Yokohama.
It followed on from his older brother's similar impressive return to ITU racing in 2013. Just last month Alistair Brownlee raced his first ITU event since the London Olympics in San Diego, and blew away the field there despite not being confident of his run form.
In Yokohama it was a similar story, except Jonathan had the added complication that his layoff was because of an ankle injury. That made his performance even more impressive, as he showed no signs of weakness on the run, burning off Spain's Javier Gomez and Portugal's Joao Silva over 10km to record his fifth career series win in a time of 1 hour 44 minutes and 59 seconds.
Brownlee was emotional afterwards as he revealed that he thought his entire season would have to be ruled out because of that ankle injury.
"At the start of the year I was told I wouldn't be racing at all this season, so I got a bit emotional towards the end because this year I thought I wouldn't be here at all," he said. "I thought the season was over two months ago.
"I didn't know what to expect all, to cross the finish line was more relief than anything. I was running around just pleased to be here to be honest, so this is nice."
Brownlee ran an amazing 7:11 for his second lap, a move that won him the race.
Continue reading full coverage...
The 2013 ITU World Triathlon Series Rankings after three races are as follows.
| Elite Men Results |
Ranking |
Elite Women Results |
| Joao Silva (POR) |
1 |
Gwen Jorgensen (USA) |
| Javier Gomez (ESP) |
2 |
Anne Haug (GER) |
| Mario Mola (ESP) |
3 |
Emma Moffatt (AUS) |
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Source: International Triathlon Union
Photo credits: Delly Carr
Related Posts:
• 2013 ITU World Triathlon Series Schedule Unveiled
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Huatulco press conference highlights
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12:00:00 AM ITU News
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As athletes prepare to battle the hills and heat of Huatulco come Sunday at the third World Cup race of the year, four athletes – Mexico’s Crisanto Grajales and Claudia Rivas, and Lisa Perterer (AUT) and Andrew Yorke (CAN) shared their thoughts with the local media.
Andrew Yorke (CAN)
On racing in Huatulco
“This is my second year racing this event, and it’s a great course that the city of Huatulco has put together for us, along with ITU. I think the biggest factor this weekend is going to be the heat and the hills. You go out too hard and maybe haven’t done your heat preparation, it’s going to be a struggle.”
On the competition he is facing
“I think there’s going to be a pretty hard pace set on the bike by some of the athletes like Leonardo Chacon and Ivan Rana. There’s a lot of young athletes trying to make a name for themselves. This World Cup series is kind of their new stomping ground, so there’s probably going to be some new faces out there from Canada and the U.S. and I think it will be a competitive race all around even though we don’t have as many London or WTS finalists as we normally see. It’s going to be challenging but I’m looking forward to it; this is my kind of course.”
Claudia Rivas (MEX)
On the racing conditions
“I like this event a lot because of the heat and the challenging course. I like when the bike is really hard like many races here in Mexico and Huatulco. In previous years, the heat has been really strong and I’ve done well. In the beginning, the heat affects you. But in triathlon, there are always different conditions.”
Crisanto Grajales (MEX)
On the challenging course
“I really like this race. It’s very hard, but beautiful as well. It’s very demanding with the heat and climbs. I suppose all of us athletes here like the challenge. So it should be a really good race.”
Lisa Peterer (AUT)
On her race experience in Mexico
“I’m here for a third time, because I like Mexico. The people are friendly, I like the heat and the hilly course, the up and downs. I hope I’m in a good form and we will see the outcome on Sunday. There are three others who were competing at the Olympic Games, so we will see.”
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Fast Five with Russia’s Dmitry Polyanskiy
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12:00:00 AM ITU News
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The World Triathlon Series simply wouldn’t be the same without the strong Russian contingency consistently pushing the pace in the men’s races. Leading that pack is two-time Olympian Dmitry Polyanskiy. As one of the speedy sets of brothers on the circuit, Dmitry can almost always be found on the front end of the swim and in the top 10 of nearly every race he enters. Last year, his top performances earned him a third-place finish in the overall World Championship rankings. ITU recently caught up with Dmitry in Yokohama to talk triathlon, his future, and the family training dynamics.
What memories do you have of your first ever triathlon?
It was in my home town about ten or more years ago, it was a wonderful experience for me. It was held in Krasnoyarsk in Siberia. I can’t remember where I finished but it was a most enjoyable experience. My father encouraged me to take part. I was a swimmer but I had a very good run and so my father said for me to go and try triathlon.
What is your favourite ITU race?
My favourite race is in Yokohama in Japan and in Madrid in Spain. I like both races and for me it feels like home because I am not far from my home.
Favourite training destination
Cyprus. It is the best place in winter for training.
Favourite Holiday
I don’t have a favourite yet. This season I will travel to Africa and Kilimanjaro.
Music
I listen to some music but I don’t really have a favourite, I listen to a lot of different music.
Post training snack
My coach is very good cook, he prepares our meals and always it is healthy and good food for the team after training.
Coffee drinker?
No, I am not a coffee drinker, I love tea. When I come to Asia, I love the green tea but when in Europe or the US my favourite is black tea.
Five years from now, where will Dmitry Polyanskiy be?
In the Russian team, we are very focused on the next Olympics in Rio, this is the important goal for us. We are training and learning new technical skills, all to prepare for the Olympic Games in Rio and of course I will try to be there. In London I had no luck with my wheels but in Rio I will be 29 years, which is I think my peak condition for triathlon. I will try, the whole team will try to win a medal at the Olympic Games.
Favourite and least favourite training activities?
Now of course it is running, this is the most important thing for us and the part of my training I enjoy the most. We are working on new technical parts of the run, we have to try and change...
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History made at National Duathlon Championships
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12:00:00 AM ITU News
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Even though there is no such thing as World and National Records in Triathlons and Duathlons as each Race course is different, there are certain Benchmarks. In Trinidad those Benchmarks are a finish time of two hours for a standard duathlon and a one-hour finish time for the juniors in the Sprint distance, which is half of the Standard.
While Ancil Greene reclaimed his title as National Champion as he came first in the standard distance, he just missed this Benchmark with a time of 2hrs 2mins 49sec. The new National Junior Champion Avinash Anamalay on the other Hand took matters in his hand and with an impressive sprint and his eyes glued to the clock in front of him he managed to finish in a time of 59mins and 36seconds. He has with that become the first Trinidadian Duathlete to crack the one Hour Benchmark. The pride was obvious on his face and shared in the finish area with his Teammates, Coach and Family.
The race was started a few minutes late by the Mayor of Port of Spain Louis Lee Sing, who enjoyed the Company of these athletes and had some encouraging words to give them on their way. The course took the athletes along the fence on the northeastern side of the Savannah as far as Jerningham Avenue to come back, pass the Transition Area and to the western turn just before the hollows.
After the juniors did that lap twice and the seniors four times it was time to hit the road with the bike…accompanied by police motorbikes the Athletes set out and did their Laps around the Savannah.
After less than an Hour Avinash, like he already had used up all the Products from GNC he found in his Race Kit reached at the finish. Behind him was Kent Costa in 1:09:24 who started in the 40-49 Years Age Group in second place and Youngster in the Juniors Joshua Ho with an impressive 1:09:49 .
In the Female Junior Category Rene Chin Lee seized her first National Title as Duathlete in a time of 1:17:56. This is her second title for the month as she also has won the Tri The Spice Triathlon on the Easter weekend. Behind her was Chelsea Mohammed in 1:32:29.
In the Standard Distance the first one to emerge at the finish line was Ancil Greene in a time of 2:02:49 followed by Kirk Hearn with 2:06:59 in second Place and Jonah Camps in third place with a time of 2:07:53.
The women’s race was dominated by veteran Diane Henderson in 2:47:04, she added yet another national title onto the long list she already has. Diane also has given the federation a trophy for the first...
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Heat turns up for Huatulco World Cup
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12:00:00 AM ITU News
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World Cup action heats up with the third race of the circuit in Huatulco, Mexico, set for Sunday. This is the sixth year the tourist destination has been part of the World Cup calendar, and the scorching heat is part of the unique challenge facing athletes preparing to toe the line. An ocean swim and a tough hill in the middle of the bike course and at the start of the run loop will test the field, which includes nine London Olympians.
Elite Women
Austrian Olympian Lisa Perterer tops the women’s start list following a 12th-place finish in her 2013 season opener at the World Triathlon San Diego, another sunny locale. Perterer’s main competition may come in the form of two other Olympians, Pamela Oliveira (BRA) and Claudia Rivas (MEX), both of whom raced to podium finishes last year in Huatulco. Oliveira can distance herself from the field early with a strong swim, which she has proven so far this year with performances in San Diego and a Pan American Cup event in Brazil.
In addition to Oliveira and Rivas, two other top-10 finishers from last year are also on the start list - Yuliya Yelistratova (UKR) and Mateja Simic (SLO). These women will no doubt have an advantage over those without experience battling the course and the heat.
Paola Diaz will be aiming for a top finish in her home country in her fifth race of the season, following four top-10 finishes in Pan American events so far this year including a win in Lima.
Italy’s Gaia Peron is the only athlete with a World Cup race under her belt in 2013, earning 10th in Ishigaki where she recorded the fastest swim split of the day. Joanna Brown (CAN) could also be a contender after a top-20 finish against a tough field at the World Triathlon Series stop in San Diego.
Women’s start list
Elite Men
The men’s race is open for the taking. Aurelien Raphael (FRA) and Crisanto Grajales (MEX) have each garnered podium finishes in early-season Continental Cups and faced off against tough competition on the World Triathlon Series circuit in San Diego back in April.
But the real threat could come from Lukas Verzbicas (USA). The rising star put himself on the fast track to a break through season last year with his impressive run speed that earned him a win at the Banyoles World Cup. However, a training accident curtailed the second half of his season. Verzbicas returns to the ITU circuit and if his form is anything like last year, he will be one to watch on the run.
Canadian Andrew Yorke...
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