Episode #2
It’s summertime so it must be triathlon season! Our cameras were rolling at the Chattanooga BMW Waterfront Triathlon that took place July 12, 2009 to catch all the action as our very own Jimmy ran the course. Meanwhile Jon took on the tough assignment of interviewing Ms Tennessee 2009, Stefanie Whittler, and chatting with the … Read more
Recent Study on Heart Risks of Triathlons fails to mention risk of sitting on your @$$ all day
A recent study brought to light in an AP news story extols the dangers of doing a triathlon and the heart risks involved. The study cites that participating in a triathlon (15 heart related deaths per million participants per year) is deadlier than running a marathon (4-8 heart related deaths per million participants per year). … Read more
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How do busy people find the time to train for extreme sports?
By SAM MCMANIS Most of us, at some point, have uttered that tired old refrain, “I just don’t have time to work out.” And it’s not an excuse. Really, it’s not. Our plates aren’t just full, they’re overflowing. The job’s been a bear. We’re putting in major hours, meeting insane deadlines. And then there are … Read more
Losing a leg hasn’t stopped her triathlon training
By JOE MILLER McClatchy-Tribune RALEIGH, N.C. — Like a lot of triathletes, Deanna Babcock is starting to train for the 2008 season. She’s swimming a couple of days a week at the YMCA, and she’s gradually upping the miles on the bike. Soon, she plans to start running. Her goal is to be ready, by … Read more
Triathlete publishes collection of multi-sport stories
Steve Brown has released The Inner Triathlete, a collection of multi-sport articles, interviews and short stories that speak to the human side of the sport of triathlon and to the spirit of the triathlete. The pieces, previously published by the author over several years, have been brought together as a fund raising effort and dedication … Read more
Kevin Knieling – Adventure Ultra Triathlete
Kevin Knieling set off February 8th on his journey of biking, hiking and kayaking across the U.S. and from Canada and to the Gulf of Mexico. This solo, unsupported ultra-triathlon begins with a 5,000-mile bike ride across the U.S., followed by hiking the length of the 2,175-mile Appalachian Trail and finally a 3,500 mile kayak … Read more
USA Triathlon Announces Multisport Shop Program
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (January 28, 2008) — USA Triathlon is proud to introduce its new Certified Multisport Shop program. This is a group of retailers around the country targeting those athletes who love to swim, run and bike. Following is the criteria the listed shops have met to become a part of the program: · … Read more
AFLAC to sponsor Iron Girl
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 /PRNewswire/ — Aflac has signed a multi year title sponsorship of Iron Girl. With 10 events nationwide, ranging from 5K/10K, duathlon and triathlons, Aflac Iron Girl empowers women of all ages to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. To illustrate the collective commitment to this partnership, the iconic Aflac Duck and … Read more
Triathlon Season Kickoff
TRIFEST 2008, presented by TriSports.com, invites triathletes from around the world to sunny Tucson, Arizona and its world-class training grounds February 26th through March 6th. This 10-day event features triathlon training camps, a consumer triathlon expo and a triathlon conference featuring industry-leading speakers. The goal of TRIFEST is to promote and celebrate the sport of … Read more
