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A Novel Way to Recover Quicker
By Mary Dinehart-Perry In addition, supplementation with EPA and DHA was shown to
significantly improve reaction times. Although the anti-
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is common among all inflammatory properties of fish oil are a relatively new
triathletes from beginners to elite and tends to be more concept with regards to athletic performance, reducing
severe at the beginning of a training season, after a period delayed muscle soreness may be one more benefit to add to
of reduced activity, or with changes in intensity and its growing list.
duration. Although numerous hypotheses exist as to why
this may occur from lactic acid and muscle damage to In a recent study published in the Clinical Journal of Sports
inflammation, it is still unknown as to the best way to Medicine, untrained men were either placed into a fish oil
recover quicker. (EPA and DHA), placebo or control group, and performed
bench stepping training with an eccentric pattern. Indirect
Varying results have been shown with non-steroidal anti- markers of muscle soreness were measured including
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), massage, cryotherapy, perceived pain, thigh circumference (indicator of muscle
stretching and electrical stimulation, while reducing the inflammation), and range of motion in the knee joint.
intensity and duration of exercise 1-2 days following DOMS Compared to the placebo and control group, at 48 hours post
is thought to be most effective. A recent study may shed exercise, individuals in the EPA and DHA group showed
light on a novel way to address this issue. significant improvements in measures of perceived pain and
range of motion, with decreases in thigh circumference at 24
In a previous USAT article, the well known anti- to 48 hours post exercise.
inflammatory properties of fish oil, rich in omega-3 fatty
acids (primarily EPA and DHA) were addressed with regards All triathletes are plagued by muscle soreness at some point
to improvements in athletic performance. In healthy throughout their training schedule. While the data on other
individuals supplemented daily with 2.5 grams of EPA and treatment strategies is inconclusive and may even mask pain
DHA for 35 days, there were significant improvements in to the point of injury (NSAIDS), supplementation with EPA
inflammatory markers, as well as improved feelings of vigor and DHA proves to be a natural anti-inflammatory that
and decreased negative mood associations such as anger, improves recovery, overall enhancing personal performance.
anxiety, fatigue, depression and confusion.
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2. Coffee and Competition To determine your intake level to possibly experience an
ergogenic benefit find your weight in the top table which shows
from Joe Friel’s blog
the intake required at 3 to 6 mg per kg. Then look in the lower
I am frequently asked by athletes if drinking coffee is table to find your preferred drink and how much would be
beneficial to their performance, and if so, how much is needed required. For example, if you weigh 160 pounds the range of
and how best to time its intake. There is a wealth of published intake for you would be 218 to 654 mg. If your preferred drink
research on this subject. Unfortunately, it is not in complete is drip coffee you would need to drink 1.2 to 3.6, 6-ounce cups
agreement. (about 7-22 ounces) to perhaps get a performance-enhancing
effect.
We might start with the disagreement between the World
Anti-Doping Association (WADA) and the International Olympic I put the qualifiers “possible” and “perhaps” in the above
Committee (IOC) on the subject of caffeine as a banned paragraph because, as mentioned, the research is not in
substance. According to WADA’s 2008 listing, caffeine is not a complete agreement on the ergogenic qualities of caffeine,
banned substance although it is being monitored. On the other especially in drinks such as coffee. Several studies have found
hand, the IOC as of 2008 considers a urine concentration of no benefit for endurance athletes when using caffeine at the
greater than 12 mg per liter to be a doping offense. It would rates suggested above. This may have to do the type of
take on the order of 7 to 8 cups of strong coffee in a short caffeinated products that were used in the studies and the
period of time for a 150-pound athlete to reach this IOC- unique characteristics of the subjects such as their
banned level. Interestingly, the research that finds a benefit habituation to caffeine.
from taking in caffeine in the form of coffee requires far less
than this amount. What causes the benefit, if there is one, is not well
understood. For years it was believed that caffeine caused the
The research that has shown an ergogenic effect from release of free fatty acid stores into the blood thus reducing
caffeine found that an intake of 3 to 9 mg per kg of body the reliance on limited glycogen stores to produce energy. But
weight. (about x-x cups of strong coffee) was sufficient. The some studies have not found such an effect. The cause may well
following are a few examples of body weight intake at this level be neuromuscular.
and a table of common beverages with their caffeine content.
In most of the research in which a benefit was found the
Caffeine Intake by Body Weight for Ergogenic Benefit Based
caffeinated product was consumed about one hour prior to
on Select Studies
exercise, although other studies found a benefit when it was
Body Weight in Pounds (kg) 3 mg/kg 9 mg/kg
taken in immediately on starting and even during exercise.
120 (54.5) 163.5 490.5
There appears to be no differences in the effects on men or
140 (63.6) 190.8 572.4
women. Non-users of caffeinated drinks may experience a
160 (72.7) 218.1 654.3
benefit greater than habitual users but the research is not in
180 (81.8) 245.4 736.2
agreement on this.
200 (90.9) 272.7 818.1
For years it was believed that coffee was a diuretic, probably
Caffeine Content of Common Beverages
because of the common urge to urinate after drinking it. There
Beverage (6oz/180ml) Caffeine Content (mg)
is considerable research showing that it does not cause the
Espresso coffee 300
loss of water or dehydration. Of course, the reason you need to
Drip coffee 180
visit the toilet is that you don’t drink coffee to satisfy thirst
Instant coffee 165
but rather for the taste and physical effects. So, essentially,
Percolated coffee 149
once your water reserves reach a normal level the excess fluid
Brewed tea 60
must be removed.
Red Bull 59
Jolt 36
This article is not meant to be an endorsement ergogenic aids
Mountain Dew 28
such as caffeine. Whether or not you use a caffeinated drink
Pepsi One 28
before exercise is an individual decision. Some athletes
Chocolate syrup 24
consider the use of any performance-enhancing supplements to
Coca-Cola (regular or diet) 23
be a violation of the spirit of sport. If you are not a regular
Pepsi Cola (regular or diet) 19
user of coffee or other such drinks realize that it may cause
Instant decaf coffee 2
an upset stomach and over-stimulate the nervous system. It
SOURCES: National Soft Drink Association, US Food and Drug
can also be habit-forming.
Administration
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3. The Power of Encouragement
from The Beginner Triathlete
What if we applied the lesson of encouragement beyond race day? The right word at the right time can work wonders.
It’s race day and everybody’s ready at my house. My one-year-old has his race day milk sports bottle in one hand, and a
plastic hand clapper in the other. My four-year-old has a sign that she has made all by herself that simply says “Go
Daddy,” and the matching plastic hand clapper. Both kids have on “Go Daddy, Oh Yeah” shirts that match my wife’s “Go
Honey, Oh Yeah” shirt. I have the U-Haul loaded with any race day contingency provided for.
Four moments define the day for me. Just before the race starts, my four-year-old corrals my one-year-old over long
enough for a hug and kiss from both and a “Gud luu, dahey.” Exiting the water and making my way to T1, above the noise
of the rest of the crowd, I hear three voices: my wife, my daughter and my son. The scene is repeated at T2 and again
at the finish. I love that they endure waiting and boredom in order to cheer for me. I know it fuels me, but I never
knew how much until I was mowing the grass one day.
I had sold my riding mower over the winter and, combined with fertilizer and all the rain you can endure without
planning out an ark, my yard had blossomed. I found myself growing increasingly bitter at the training time I was
missing to cut my grass with my 22” push mower. While cutting the backyard one day, I heard screaming from the
porch and immediately let go of the handle and turned to see what was wrong. Nothing was wrong. My daughter was
standing on the back porch with her “Go Daddy, Oh Yeah” shirt on, her “Go Daddy” sign and her clapper, yelling to the
top of her lungs, “Good job, yeah Daddy!”
It seems that my daughter had decided to apply what she
learned on race day. It worked. After a hug and a kiss, I
resumed mowing with a new attitude and that day, I cut grass
better than grass has ever been cut in the history of cutting
grass! No stray pieces missed, perfectly straight lines,
beautiful striping pattern.
What if we applied the lesson of encouragement beyond race
day? I cannot help but wonder what difference we may make in
someone’s day, week, maybe even life. So make sure to
encourage the other athletes on race day for sure, but
consider making every day race day with regard to
encouragement.
Below is the link:
http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?
articleid=1202
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4. Sports Nutrition on a Budget
by Christopher D. Jensen, PhD, MPH, RD
Furloughs, layoffs, bankruptcies, stock market woes, and foreclosures seem to dominate the news almost every day, and they have for
months. For many of us, working out and competing is a welcome relief from the bad news and critical to managing the stress of an
economic crisis. In these challenging times, sticking to a budget and cost-cutting are the rule, and this rule applies to training,
competing, and the sports nutrition that supports them both. In this article, we explore ways in which you can train, compete, and be
your best nutritionally while being fiscally smart.
First things first — resist the urge to stop exercising. When finances are in a tailspin, it’s common to circle the wagons and
eliminate the extras. Regular exercise is not an extra. It’s a staple.
Training and Competing on a Budget:
An ice-cold economy shouldn’t put the freeze on training and competing. Instead, develop a budget and then stick to it. Here are some
tips:
1. Make your equipment last: Put new equipment purchases on hold wherever you can, but don’t risk injury in the process.
2. Join in the fray: You aren’t alone out there. Other athletes are in the same economic straits, and there is strength to be had in
numbers.
3. Ask for a discount: Before you axe the fitness center membership completely, ask the proprietors whether they’ll discount your
monthly fee until the tough times subside.
4. Compete locally: Nothing beats a destination event as motivation for those long, arduous hours of training. But in tough economic
times, put the exotic destination on hold and plan on competing locally. You’ll save big bucks on transportation, lodging, and meals. If
entrance fees for local events are a challenge, volunteer on the event planning team in exchange for race fees.
Everyday Eating on a Shoestring:
When you’re on a budget, the following tips can stretch your food-and-beverage dollar further:
1. Lose the dependence on designer drinks: If someone else cans it, bottles it, or blends it, you can be sure you’re paying a premium
for it. Drink more tap water and take a pass on those energy drinks, flavored coffee beverages, blended juice concoctions, sodas, and
alcoholic beverages.
2. Blend it yourself: If you can’t survive without iced coffee drinks or fruit smoothies, invest in a decent blender and make your own
— you’ll quickly recoup your investment cost.
3. Be your own chef: Yes, it’s more work to make your own breakfasts, sandwiches, salads, entrées, soups, and treats, but the effort
will save you big bucks.
4. Love your leftovers: Stews, stir-fry dishes, and soups make for simple yet satisfying and inexpensive meals. Cook enough for
leftovers, refrigerate or freeze, and then don’t forget to eat them.
5. Dine out smarter: For the occasional foray to your favorite eatery, consider sharing an entrée, take advantage of early-bird
specials or the often cheaper lunchtime menu, and scour for coupons to your favorite establishments.
6. Sports Nutrition on the Cheap: When it comes to sports nutrition, your needs don’t change just because the economy is in a funk.
But you can meet your needs on the cheap. The key is planning ahead and having available the foods and fluids you need to fuel and
hydrate.
7. Know when water alone will work: If the weather is mild and you won’t be training or competing for more than an hour, chances are
you already have adequate carbohydrate muscle fuel on board for the job, and plain tap water in your sports bottle should be adequate
for hydrating.
8. Know when a sports drink or energy gel will make a performance difference: If your workout or competition is going to be intense
and much beyond 60 minutes, you’ll benefit from rehydrating and refueling during exercise. This is where investing in the right sports
nutrition products makes a performance difference.
9. Pack accordingly for all-day events: If you’re competing in all-day competitions such as tournaments, plan ahead and pack your own
refueling and rehydration supplies in a cooler.
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5. Race Report: Lake Stevens 70.3
by Josh Hadway
I woke up at 3 am on race morning and the first thing I thought
to myself is, "What am I doing?" Why would anyone want to get
up super early, drive in the dark, and jump in a lake just as the
sun is coming up? But after a little while I got my mind and body
going, and I was ready to race. Yes, I was a little bit nervous
for this race, but it wasn't a bad thing.
This year I have been struggling with my wetsuit. Is it too
small, am I putting it on right, or am I just a wimp who needs to
suck it up? I think my questions were finally answered at the
race on Sunday. I made sure to spend extra time putting on my
wetsuit, and doing a very good job of putting it on. I made sure
It always feels great to be out of the water. My transition went
to pull my wetsuit up as high as possible. The idea was to bring
well, and I found myself heading out for two loops of the bike.
as much material to my upper body to loosen my shoulders. This
The night before I planned the points where I would ride easy,
worked well. For the first time ever I started my swim pain
and the points that I would attack. I waited about 4 miles until
free, and my shoulders felt great! User error, go figure :).
I started racing. The temps were still a little cold, but
bearable. At around mile 6 I found myself riding up on the back
As I headed out on the dock to start the swim, I was excited.
of the female pro's. All I can say is female pro's are tough. I
They delayed the start for 10 min. due to fog on the lake. Even
don't know how many times I traded the lead back and forth
with the delay, the fog lingered and they decided to started
with one athlete. At one point I told her “Sorry” as I passed
the race. I decided to position myself right next to the line
her for probably the 10th time. She smiled and told me I was
that was placed under the water and follow it from the start.
fine. I was passed by 4-5 athletes from my wave fairly early on
The start of this race can be summed up in three words, Wham,
in the bike. I wanted to go with them but decided to stay on the
Bam, and Slam. It was a rough start!
pace I wanted to ride.
I pushed hard to get out of the chaos, but I think every
The first loop was a little shaky. It might have been the cold
swimmer wanted to be on top of the line. I constantly had
temps but my legs were hurting pretty bad. My gels turned to
people merging into me the whole swim. At one point I found
logs as I tried to squeeze them into my mouth, and I had a hard
myself smacking some dude in a speedo right on the butt, and I
time tearing them off of the top tube, due to the fact that my
decided that was enough, I am out of here! I looked up and saw
hands were freezing. At this point I wasn't sure what to
that a lead pack was forming into a single file, and pulling away.
expect.
I pushed to try and catch this pack, but I was always about 10
meters behind. At the turn around the lead pack was gone, and
Shortly after finishing the the first lap, things started getting
I could not see anyone ahead of me. It was actually kind of nice
better. Riders that I let go on the first lap were coming back
to have clear water ahead and no one merging into you. Coming
and my legs suddenly felt great!! If your legs feel good it means
in from the turn around the conditions were beautiful! It was
it’s time to go hard. The second loop was fast, and the best part
cool to see the warm sun slowly rising, and patches of fog
was I was smiling the whole time. I was having a blast.
scattered on the lake. It was a moment where I just thought to
myself, “This is cool.”
After you complete your two laps on the bike course at Lake
Stevens, you then turn off and head about 4 miles back to
Lines running under the water are a good thing, especially on
transition. I decided at this point to just pace off of a rider
foggy days. I think I would have swam straight across the lake,
that was about 400 yards ahead of me and just keep a steady
and missed the first turn buoy if it wasn't for this under water
consistent rhythm. Heading into transition I had a moment of
line. As I got to the boat ramp I was happy to be done. This was
where is my spot? For some reason I knew I was on the second
not my fastest swim of the year, but I would consider it one of
rack from the end, but I could not find my tag on the racks. Its
my best. Most of my other races I found myself constantly
a weird feeling to be one of the only people in transition with
getting passed by other swimmers, but on this day I was the
tons of people staring at you, and you are just staring at the
one that was constantly passing. It finally felt good to be in
racks looking for your spot. After about 5 seconds of staring it
control of my swim, and be pain free.
clicked and I found my spot. My transition area was a mess!
Swim- 32:24
Luckily my shoes were still in the vicinity of the area, and I
quickly put them on. Bike-2:30:36
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6. Lake Stevens RR: (cont’d)
The finish line was awesome! I looked down at my watch and saw
Heading out on the run I was excited. My energy levels were 4:24:00 and was more than happy. This was a great time for me
high, and I was just enjoying the day. I knew my plan I wanted and I had one of my most enjoyable races to date. This race
to execute for the run, and I started at a conservative pace. It was a huge learning experience for me, because I am starting to
didn't take long before I heard footsteps quickly coming up learn to race my race. Don't go after every rabbit that flies by.
behind me. The second I got passed I knew exactly who it was, If you are patient hopefully your competition will come back.
Matt Sheeks a stellar athlete that ran for Portland, and beat Not only was I excited about my overall finishing time, but I
me at Boise 70.3. His pace was blistering and for about 600 was super excited about my run. I finally ran where I wanted
yards I tagged on to the back of him. As I ran at this pace I to, and it felt great. A huge thanks to everyone that was there
knew in my mind that I had to let him go. At this point I and everyone that cheered for me. It was so cool to see faces I
needed to run my race, and maybe there was a chance he would knew out on the course. Nate, Matt, Greg, Natalie, Jessie,
come back. Merissa, Craig, Erica, Michael, my sister, brother in law, and my
parents. You guys are awesome, the cheers and support you all
As we entered the next aid station I slowly dropped off the gave me out on the race course definitely got me through the
back. The plan was, the race does not start until I finish the day. A huge thanks also to the Crew at Fitness Fanatics, without
first little loop section and enter back into town. I was feeling a doubt I have gotten more than I paid for every time I visit
awesome at this point, and really wanted to hammer, but still that store. They are always willing to help in any way possible
decided to wait. Once I hit this point I decided to let loose a and answer any questions I may have, and I appreciate that a
little. I picked up the pace and still felt super relaxed. I was ton.
having a blast, and enjoying my race.
Total time-4:24:28 (5th amateur, 18th overall)
The next out and back section was where I made up some
ground I pushed the up hills, and went even faster on the
downs. As I hit the second lap I knew it was time to go. I picked
up the pace even more and continued the pursuit of athletes
ahead of me. As I entered town again I saw a familiar sight,
Matt Sheeks was just up the road and I was slowly gaining on
him.
I kept my pace steady, and knew I had plenty of time to make
up ground. With about Two miles left in the race I decided it
was time to make my move. Sheeks was only about 5 feet in
front of me, and I knew I had to make a statement. I waited
until the next hill and made a decisive move. I was now gaining
ground on my competition. It was at about a mile to go I finally
started to feel the race catch up to me. I was laboring hard to
keep my pace, and was worried that Sheeks was on his way.
At half a mile to go reality caught up, he was back. Sheeks
returned my favor and I had nothing left to go with him. At
that point I just worked on holding it together and finishing the
last half mile.
Run-1:18:36
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7. Pesto Quinoa Recipe
from Matt Cusack
Ingredients:
2 cups of uncooked Quinoa (cook per instructions on package before mixing in with rest)
1 cup of diced meat of choice (I prefer pork tenderloin or chicken breast)
1/2 Cup of Pesto Homemade or store bought
Homemade Pesto:
1 cup of packed basil leaves cleaned and de-stemmed
3 T of extra virgin olive oil
1 heaping T of pine nuts (if no pine nuts close by, can use pecans or walnuts as well)
2 T of Parmesan cheese
1 T of garlic or 1 large clove (could add a little more if you LOVE garlic, I do!)
Instructions:
---Add all of above into food processor or blender and process until basil is chopped fine and all is well
blended together.
In large mixing bowl, mix the pesto, diced meat, and cooked quinoa together until pesto is well
distributed. This can be served either hot or cold, both taste GREAT!
Garnish with a sprig of basil and Parmesan cheese on top.
Serves approx. 4
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8. Race Report: Coeur d’ Alene That evening, we both felt good, Having had a somewhat sluggish
Scenic Challenge Olympic Tri rested, and ready to rumble. On the swim last year, with a 4th place
by Ben Greenfield way over to the race on Saturday finish, I really wanted to push it this
morning, we must have played the year. I was using a new "breathing
This is one of those races that new Black Eyed Peas "I've Got a style" (super secret weapon
people who aren't from around here Feeling" three or four times. Good method), and it seemed like I had a
really don't even know about, but "pump you up" song. much faster and better swim,
for all of us locals, it is a "Main although later I found out the
Event", kinda like Hoopfest, Pig Out Oh, and by the way, thanks for course was a bit short, and I didn't
In The Park, or growing a mullet. eating my morning sweet potato actually swim 1:05/100 meter splits.
breakfast, babe. I took my second Darn.
Hence my double excitement when I favorite stand-by: a chocolate
decided to race and found out my bumblebar with an iced coffee and
wife also wanted to race! With luck, GU Espresso Flavored gel.
we could sneak off at 4 am, throw
down an Olympic distance triathlon, Transition set-up went smoothly,
and make it back to the house although I was a bit nervous about
before the sleeping babies even racing with a disc on my Specialized
realized we abandoned them. ;) for the first time. As I found out
We ended up getting a babysitter later during the bike split, it
anyways (thanks Grandma and actually isn't as hard to handle in
Grandpa Casebolt!). crosswinds as I would have imagined.
Since Jessa raced "team runner" for I lined up behind Roger Thompson
the Troika Half Ironman on Sunday, for the swim, not only because he's
and I raced the full distance, we a friendly, familiar face to greet
both woke on Monday morning not before a race, but because he's
terribly confident about this event. damn fast and it's always a lofty
Her toe was swollen like a red goal to try to stay on his feet. The
pepper, and I was just...tired. Two swim start sounded about 800 of us
days before the race, Jessa told me were off to the races!
she didn't think she could do it (her In transition, somebody shouted
first triathlon of the season). I told that I was 0:40 down on Roger. This
her that not only could she do it, but is not a good sign, especially since it
she could easily pull off a 2:40. appears they gave me that split
based on the time he was leaving
The night before the big day, I took transition and I was entering it.
her out to the river and helped her
put on/take off her wetsuit (which At the first turnaround, I split
she'd been in ONCE) and showed myself about 2:10 down on Roger,
her how she should swim in it. and realized at the same time that a
Nothing like last minute preparation. very fast pro triathlete was also
racing: Adam Jensen. Having come
to this realization just before the
big series of hills on the bike
course, I realized I would have to
really push if I wanted to "hold him
back" before we reached the flats
again, at which time I would have a
small chance of "hanging with him",
vs. getting dropped on the hills.
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9. RR: Cd’A Olympic Tri (cont’d)
Anyways, I looked for Jessa on the Since I have only three races left
bike, but never saw her. Later, I this season (Portland, Grand
found out she had a SMOKIN' 21 Columbian 1/2, Clearwater), I'm
minute swim and came out of the going to have to pull out some
water way ahead of almost every decent run splits or else I'll be
girl in her division. So much for disappointed. It's not a matter of
being nervous in a wetsuit. putting out too much on the bike
(I've been feeling very fresh in
transition), as much as it is the
I arrived in transition about 25 "stroller runs". I'm serious. The
seconds behind Adam Jensen and majority of my runs have been
who knows behind Roger. Although stroller runs at tempo pace with
my bike split was nearly identical to the boys....4th place finish, 2nd
last year, I was MUCH less tired place division, similar time to last
and biked much more conservatively year.
in the last 5 miles of this race, so I
was pretty confident heading out on As of today (literally as soon as I
the run. finish this blog post), I am not
QUITTING the stroller runs, but
Do you ever have one of those runs we are instead going to switch to
where you FEEL fantastic and fast, stroller intervals. No joke. 1/4 mile
but when you look at your watch, and 1/2 mile repeats, because
I was pretty happy that Adam it's saying just the opposite? That Daddy obviously needs some
didn't actually pass me until the top was my run in this race, a little over speedwork.
of the very last hill, but still split 39 minutes. I never really felt that
1st place Roger a good 3 minutes up bad, but was actually passed twice So...4th place finish, 2nd place
at the next turnaround. That's (one guy was later DQ'd, still giving division, similar time to last year.
pretty much bye-bye territory in an me 4th place) and ran almost 90
Olympic distance event, unless that seconds slower than last year. I And Jessa? She ROCKED the swim,
cyclist absolutely crumbles on the can't blame it on Troika, since I biked a 1:20-something despite
run. I kept hammering, which is also did Troika 6 days before last forgetting to take the kid's trailer
what you always should do if you're year. hitch off her bike and ran a
way behind, because YOU NEVER fantastic 10K for an overall time of
KNOW, maybe those two guys I just didn't run as fast as I 2:34 -SIX minutes faster than
ahead of you cut off some old lady thought I was running. Weird. what she had planned, with blood
in traffic on their way to the race, pooling in the shoe of her torn-up
and they have karma comin'. Not only that, but that makes it toe! She garnered a 2ND PLACE
three times this season (Onionman, division finish! Way to go babe. I'm
Tiger, CDA) in Olympic type races proud of you.
and thrice in Half IM's (Chile, New
Orleans, Troika) where I JUST
DIDN'T RUN WELL.
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10. The Board of Directors, Sponsors
and The Calendar of Upcoming Events...
Board of Directors We would like to extend a
• Steve Anderson - Membership Director generous thank you to our
• Tiffany Byrd - Uniform Director truly amazing sponsors!
• Trish Cudney - Social Director
• Greg Gallagher - Event Director
• Natalie Gallagher - Newsletter Director
• Ben Greenfield - Website Director
• Mark Hodgson - Mentor Director
• Jim Powers - Vice President
• Tim Swanson - Treasurer
• Jessi Thompson - Secretary
• Roger Thompson - President
• Kathy Worden & Jen Polello - Kids Club
Co-Directors
August/Sept. Calendar Races/Runs: Upcoming Events:
• Aug. 23rd: Portland Triathlon @
Portland, OR • HOT SUMMER NIGHTS at Twigs!!! The
Training Opportunities: 5k run series culminates @
• Aug. 25th: Hot Summer Nights 5k #4
• Whitworth Masters swimming @ 6 pm @ North Spokane, WA 6:00 pm next Tuesday,
beginning August 31st => Times: August 25rd @ the north
Mon-Wed-Fri @ 8:30- pm, Sat @
10 • Aug. 29th: Hell’s Gate Duathlon @ side Twigs. Come Play!
5:30- am. Contact Kevin Wang @
7 Lewiston, ID • Tri Fusion Kids Fun Run on September
kwang@whitworth.edu • Aug. 30th: Ironman Canada @ 26th @ 1:00 pm @ Audubon
Penticton, BC Park. Register your kids!
• Throughout the summer/early fall =>
check the Tri Forum for outdoor • Oktoberfest 5k Cross Country Race:
• Sept. 5th: Titanium Man Oly Tri @ Second annual race on
group rides, open water swims and/or Kennewick, WA October 24, 2009.
runs.
• Sept. 12th: Spokane Oly Triathlon @ Registration available now!
• Started June 1st: Liberty Lake Swims Spokane, WA
at 5:30 pm on Monday & Wednesday! Next Membership Meeting:
Check the Tri Forum for details @ the • Sept. 19th: Club Triathlon
Championships @ Grand Columbian
training link!
Triathlons @ Grand Coulee, WA • Wednesday, September 16th, 2009 @
6:30 p.m.: General membership
Various multisport races to choose
meeting at Twigs on the northside at
from!
Wandermere.
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