March 18, 2010

 YWCA Women's Triathlon

YWCA Women's Triathlon
Email Newsletter

Events:

Mark May 6 for the YWCA's Circle of Women luncheon
Join us at a TRIATHLON table at the YWCA's Circle of Women fundraiser, May 6. An invitation will come in the mail to race alumnae but new racers may go ywcampls.org/circle for info and to sign up (put Paul Johnson as table captain). One of the Silent Auction items is a tri package that includes all our classes, personalized training plan, and stuff you need from Gear West Bike & Tri (helmet, race belt, elastic laces) and Gear West Run (free pair of running shoes, pair of running socks and accessories).

This is a very popular event with over 1300 attendees, mostly women who are community and business leaders. And we'll be there to talk tri with everyone at our table (i.e. free coaching).


Training:

Classes Starting in April
Registration is open for 2 new classes:

  • Swim Conditioning
  • Strength and Conditioning for Runners and Triathletes

For info on all our classes and other types of support available, see the Training and Support pages on the Women's Tri website.

Event Partners

Thank you to our event partners! Learn more about our partners at www.ywcawomenstri.org

Event Info

Sunday, August 15, 2010
8:00 am at Lake Nokomis
Minneapolis, MN
Sprint Distance: 500 yd swim/
12-14 mile bike/5K run
Register now: zapevent.com

Contact
Paul Johnson
YWCA of Minneapolis
Phone (Direct): 612-215-4345
Event Hotline: 612-215-4320
pjohnson@ywcampls.org

Website Links:
YWCA Women's Triathlon
YWCA of Minneapolis

Join the YWCA Women's Tri group on Facebook

First Tri clinic this Saturday!


If you are aiming for your first tri or could use a few more tips, come to ask questions of coaches and veteran triathletes. Find out what gear you need and or don't need, clothing recommendations, what to expect on race day, how to make the swim less daunting, how the transition area works, what are the rules, and anything else on your mind! Free and open to the community.

Clinic Dates

  • Sat, March 20, 12-1:30 pm, Midtown YWCA Rm 155
  • Sun, May 2, 1-2:30 pm, Midtown YWCA Room 155

Women's Flat Tire Clinics


Don't get stuck miles from home. Learn how to fix a flat tire! Enjoy increased confidence to get out and enjoy your bike this spring and summer! Led by Gear West Bike & Triathlon's Hannah Sullivan. Learn on your own wheel or bike! It is free but you must pre-register by contacting Nicole at ncueno@ywcampls.org, 612-215-4203.

Clinic Dates:

  • Sun, April 18, 11:00am, Midtown YWCA
  • Sat, May 1, 9:00am, Uptown YWCA

Gear West Bike & Triathlon

Training Article


Triathlon Training: Before the First Step
Presented by the Women's Orthopedic Center
(First of a three-part triathlon prep series)


The following article is presented on behalf of Dr. Margarita Sevilla, Medical Director of the YWCA of Minneapolis Women's Triathlon, and the Women's Orthopaedic Center.

Women's Orthopedic CenterWe want your tri experience to be fun and injury-free! If you are new to the sport, you will soon find out why it is one of the fastest growing sports in the nation.

Starting to Start
Rest assured that the vast majority of people can safely and enjoyably complete a sprint triathlon with at least 12 weeks of training. And much less if they already have a background in endurance sports. Since your tri journey of many miles begins with one step, make that first step a good one. Our best advice is to not go it alone. Tap the experts!

In our first of three training articles for beginning triathletes, we've compiled a list of eight tips to consider before you take too big of a leap into training. Read the rest of the article on our website!

» Read the Article

Registration Update


Many are asking how many triathletes we will take this year. We are aiming for 1200 (talk to your friends!). We are well over 1/3 of the way there!

When you register, you may also:

  • Support the YWCA with a donation. Race proceeds benefit the Latino and Native American youth in the YWCA Strong Fast Fit program, which aims to curb obesity and diabetes for at-risk youth.
  • Tell us what you want to hear at the finish line. Don't be shy!
  • Sign up for our tri-inspired classes including Tri Race Skills, Swim Conditioning, Strength and Conditioning for Runners and Triathletes and the Course Preview Workshop.
  • Purchase an I TRI training shirt
  • Sign up for a family team: mother-daughter, sister-sister, life partners

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