Goodbye 2012, Hello 2013. I've been avoiding a big year-end recap / goals for 2013 post but since all my EFRT teammates have done so, I suppose I should too! What can I say that hasn't already been said or blogged about? 2012 was an awesome dream-defying year but I hold firm to my chief goals which have nothing to do with times, placements, speeds, or results. My goals remain to enjoy the sport... Read More

My friend Kat and I have been running a 5K every month (give or take) since 2011 as one of her New Year's resolutions. This past weekend, I had the privilege of racing with her in her first half marathon, and in a few months she'll run her first full. But if you ask her, she'll still tell you she's not really a runner. Kat and I are not so different. Sure, I put in all the training miles and mana... Read More

Learn more from our triathlon videos. Take the three things that kids most like to do - go swimming - ride a bike - and run around - and what do you have? Triathlon! [leadplayer_vid id="51DFCFC656521"] To comment on this video on YouTube, click here 0:01 - Kids swim, kids bike, kids run....that’s triathlon! 0:24 - An early start to a healthy lifestyle 0:38 - USA Triathlon sanctions more th... Read More

In this video Jr Elite triathletes compete against each other for a chance to represent their country. Learn more from our triathlon videos. [leadplayer_vid id="51DFCF8D9E173"] To comment on this video on YouTube, click here 0:01 - Jr elite triathletes competing 0:20 - USAT Jr elite events 0:41 - The New Elite Triathlon Academy & developmental races 1:16 - Jr elite triathletes travel all ov... Read More

Check out this USA Triathlon video. What happens when you combine over a 120 schools, nearly 2,000 athletes with the nation’s most competitive collegiate triathlon? [leadplayer_vid id="51DFCF5372AD6"] To comment on this video on YouTube, click here 0:01 - The schools, the athletes & the sport 0:21 - Student interviews - why they love this event 0:48 - Why this event has become the most exci... Read More

I’ve been meaning to write an off season blog about different methods I use to maintain baseline fitness throughout the fall and early winter seasons and how I incorporate different workouts into a busy schedule. I’ve been working on this blog for quite some time now because I’ve been just that: busy. Like many other age group athletes, I’m trying to maintain fitness while spending time with my fa... Read More

[caption id="attachment_3564" align="alignleft" width="180"] Bucks County Marathon 3:17 - 1st in AG[/caption] 2012 was definitely my breakout year in multiple ways for my multi sport lifestyle. I set Personal Records in all sports and in all distances. In Triathlon, I set PRs in the Sprint and Olympic distances (including all 3 legs). In running, I set PRs in all distances, from 5K to Mara... Read More

2012 Goals Vs Actual Swim- 200,000 yards (mix of pool/Vasa Trainer) Completed 215,271 Bike- 4,000 Miles- Completed 5,758 miles Run- 1,000 Miles- Completed 1,198 miles Weights- 25 hours- Completed 15.5 Hours I backed off on the weights even more than I expected to this year and the it has helped me drop unnecessary weight and worked on becoming more efficient. It seemed to have worked... Read More

We've started getting bits of wintery weather around here in southwest Virginia that have required some training and schedule adjustments this past week. For the first time in years, I ran on a treadmill this week due to slushy icy road conditions. Then I moved a long bike ride back two days to a day I thought was going to be decent for riding (it proved otherwise). I'd always been proud of ... Read More

We are pleased that the Collegiate Nationals Promo Video, produced by Endurance Films, was selected as USA Triathlon's top video for 2012 ! We are glad to be a valued partner of USA Triathlon and support their mission and work. direct YouTube video link - http://youtu.be/WwP1MMF-kBs Read More

After having a successful 2012, I'm excited to see what 2013 will bring! Duathlons- 2 Races 1 3rd Place Age Group 1 1st Place Age Group Course PR Running- 10 Races: 1 Overall Win 3 Age Group Wins 5k PR 1/2 Marathon PR Triathlon- 10 Races: 2 Age Group Wins 1 2nd Place Age Group 1 3rd Place Age Group Sprint PR Olympic Distance PR Half Iron PR Read More

I was checking out USA Triathlon rankings for my age group; turns out I should make the All American (top 5% group) for the first time ever which is pretty cool. Anyway, browsing through the numbers, I noticed two things. First, an All American in my age group has 38 races! I cannot fathom that! Second, my 9 races were among the most -- only 5 out of the 91 All Americans in the 45-49 age group h... Read More

The 2012 Art & Science of Triathlon International Coaching Symposium is the third in the series (following 2008 and 2010) captured from two full days of material from expert coaches, scientists, and practitioners sharing the latest information and findings. The result is 18 hours of comprehensive resources on sports nutrition, run mechanics and drills, race prep, paratriathlon, cycling, yoga, ment... Read More

With over 12 hours of presentations from some of the cycling world's foremost authorities, this comprehensive video series is an indispensable resource no matter the level of athlete or the discipline that you coach. Learn about cutting-edge philosophies on technical skills, nutrition, strength training, BMX cycling, revenue generating and much, much more. Not a coach? No problem. What you'll lear... Read More

My list of wants and desires is more than what Santa can fit into his sleigh, but here it goes: PowerTap or some way to measure power; new Aero helmet (not a specific brand yet but I currently have the Giro 2 and I would like to upgrade); EFRT winter gear. I'd also like to re-qualify for 2014 Age Group Nationals; secure a lottery spot for the Chesapeake Bay Swim 4.4; and find a way to effectively ... Read More

Recorded at USA Triathlon's 2012 Art & Science of Triathlon Coaching Symposium, this brand new third series features the best triathlon coaches in the world To comment on this video on YouTube, click here - Highlights of the best minds in triathlon today COACHES EARN UP TO 20 CEU's! Nearly 18 hours of the most cutting-edge and time-tested triathlon knowledge from some of the world's le... Read More

This came in the mail last week! I finished second among women in the Virginia Triathlon Series (VTS) . I thought garnering the top master's female spot last year was pretty much the ultimate, but this past season defied expectations. I'm thankful to have raced healthy and happy (and fairly fast) all season. My goal for 2013 is simply another year of healthy and happy racing. Congratulations to ... Read More

In Amanda Beard's memoir, she takes readers back to the beginning of her swimming career (as a four-year-old on her local summer team) all the way up through her last appearance at the Olympic Games in 2008. Along the way, she chronicles her many struggles: going from being the star of her summer team to the much more competitive club team; dealing with the self-image issues and physical changes t... Read More

Another month has gone by and I am continuing to lean out, although it has slowed quite a bit with the holidays. I haven't been able to drop as dramatically as I did when I first started but I feel I'm still on track for my goal weight of 170 by 1/1 as I only have 4 lbs to go. I've also decided that I like my Gluten free diet and going to keep it for good. Since starting I have continuous stea... Read More

Dr. Joe Vigil discusses an athlete's biological adaptations to meet maximum performance capabilities. This is an exclusive excerpt from the soon to be released "USA Triathlon Art & Science of Triathlon Video Series #3." With nearly 18 hours of the most cutting-edge and time-tested triathlon knowledge from some of the world's leading authorities, this brand new third series features an array of co... Read More