Thursday, March 31, 2016
Tickets on sale now for the 220 Awards
Join us for the triathlon event of the year as we announce the winners of the 220 Triathlon Awards
Tickets on sale now for the 220 Awards
Join us for the triathlon event of the year as we announce the winners of the 220 Triathlon Awards
Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Brownlee brothers launch new yogurt
The Brownlee brothers have teamed up with yoghurt brand The Collective to launch a Brownlee Apple Blackberry yogurt to raise money for the Brownlee Foundation
Big names make 2016 debut in New Plymouth
Round two of the 2016 ITU World Cup calendar begins this weekend with the elites taking on another sprint-distance race in New Plymouth. A collection of athletes are set to make their 2016 World Cup debuts by racing in their first World Cup competition of the season. This year marks the sixth time that New Plymouth has hosted a Word Cup, as the athletes take on the one-lap swim, four-lap bike and three-lap run course on Sunday.
Women's Preview
Two-time World Champion Gwen Jorgensen (USA) will kick start her season by headlining the women's start list in New Plymouth. After historically dominating the World Triathlon Series calendar last year with a streak of six-straight WTS wins, she lines up for her first World Cup since 2014 when she won in Mooloolaba. With her Olympic position already secured, every World Cup and WTS race this year is a chance for Jorgensen to hone her speed and sharpen her skills.
Women's Preview
Two-time World Champion Gwen Jorgensen (USA) will kick start her season by headlining the women's start list in New Plymouth. After historically dominating the World Triathlon Series calendar last year with a streak of six-straight WTS wins, she lines up for her first World Cup since 2014 when she won in Mooloolaba. With her Olympic position already secured, every World Cup and WTS race this year is a chance for Jorgensen to hone her speed and sharpen her skills.
Brownlee brothers launch new yogurt
The Brownlee brothers have teamed up with yoghurt brand The Collective to launch a Brownlee Apple Blackberry yogurt to raise money for the Brownlee Foundation
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Spring 2016
Emma Pooley interview conquer first race nerves inside Paralympic squad training Jodie Stimpson QA all the latest gear
Spring 2016
Emma Pooley interview conquer first race nerves inside Paralympic squad training Jodie Stimpson QA all the latest gear
Thursday, March 24, 2016
Hip pain diagnosis and causes
Sore hips while common among triathletes are difficult to diagnose and treat Luckily 220 physio Emma Deakin knows the signs symptoms and solutions for hip problems and injuries
Duathlon race day 12 tips for success
Who could be better to give you tips for race day than GB Duathlon Team manager Jez Cox Here are his words of wisdom that will help you to a PB
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Workout Wednesday with Robert Johnson
Canada’s Robert Johnson is proof that you don’t need to have a swimming, biking or running background to be a successful triathlete. In fact, you can even be a hockey player and go on to win a bronze medal at the 2015 Age Group World Championships.
Name: Robert Johnson
Country: Canada
Age Group: Male 30-34
Profession: Software Engineer
How you got involved in triathlon?
I was always interested in the sport and used to watch the Ironman specials on TV when I was a kid. I don’t have a swim, bike, or run background (I was an ice hockey player growing up and still play) and I didn’t really even know how to swim so didn’t think I could be a triathlete. A few years back some of the guys at my work decided to do a Try-a-tri as a group for fun. I was looking for something different rather than the weight training I had been doing and decided to finally give it a go. It took me 21min to swim 400m and I came out of the water dead last but I had a lot of fun and was hooked from there.
How often you train?
I train everyday that I am not sick or injured, but my day is structured with easier days and harder days so I’m not pushing myself everyday.
Best training advice?
Have fun with it and enjoy the process. Unless you are racing as a professional and supporting yourself doing the sport, this is a hobby for most of us. We do this because we love it and I think it’s important to remember that. At the same time, don’t be afraid to set big goals for yourself and don’t be afraid to go after those goals. If you’re willing to put in that work you will surprise yourself with what you can do. When I started this if you had have told me I would manage to win a World Championship one day I probably would have called you crazy. But I set goals along the way and slowly over time it became a reality
What motivates you to race?
I just honestly really love to race. But more importantly I think like a lot people that do this sport I am motivated by the process of setting goals and putting in the work to try to achieve them. I’m really lucky to have a great group of people around me to train and race with - the Pacific Tri Works group in Vancouver and Team Every Man Jack - and my girlfriend is a triathlete and Kona qualifier. Training and racing are my social time and when I’m doing those things I truly feel like I’m just hanging out with my friends.
Favourite swim workout:
I’m not sure I have one! Our group swims are usually very hard and we rarely do the...
Name: Robert Johnson
Country: Canada
Age Group: Male 30-34
Profession: Software Engineer
How you got involved in triathlon?
I was always interested in the sport and used to watch the Ironman specials on TV when I was a kid. I don’t have a swim, bike, or run background (I was an ice hockey player growing up and still play) and I didn’t really even know how to swim so didn’t think I could be a triathlete. A few years back some of the guys at my work decided to do a Try-a-tri as a group for fun. I was looking for something different rather than the weight training I had been doing and decided to finally give it a go. It took me 21min to swim 400m and I came out of the water dead last but I had a lot of fun and was hooked from there.
How often you train?
I train everyday that I am not sick or injured, but my day is structured with easier days and harder days so I’m not pushing myself everyday.
Best training advice?
Have fun with it and enjoy the process. Unless you are racing as a professional and supporting yourself doing the sport, this is a hobby for most of us. We do this because we love it and I think it’s important to remember that. At the same time, don’t be afraid to set big goals for yourself and don’t be afraid to go after those goals. If you’re willing to put in that work you will surprise yourself with what you can do. When I started this if you had have told me I would manage to win a World Championship one day I probably would have called you crazy. But I set goals along the way and slowly over time it became a reality
What motivates you to race?
I just honestly really love to race. But more importantly I think like a lot people that do this sport I am motivated by the process of setting goals and putting in the work to try to achieve them. I’m really lucky to have a great group of people around me to train and race with - the Pacific Tri Works group in Vancouver and Team Every Man Jack - and my girlfriend is a triathlete and Kona qualifier. Training and racing are my social time and when I’m doing those things I truly feel like I’m just hanging out with my friends.
Favourite swim workout:
I’m not sure I have one! Our group swims are usually very hard and we rarely do the...
GPS run watches 10 of the best tested and rated
GPSequipped fitness watches will maximise each and every training session But does the theory stand up to practice James Witts gets with the beat
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Triathlon training book giveaway
We have three copies of top tri coach James Beckinsale book The Triathlon Training Book to give away via Twitter
Monday, March 21, 2016
Julian Jenkinson a legend of the British tri scene remembered
Tragic news has reached 220 Towers that Julian Jenkinson one of the true greats of UK triathlon has passed away aged 49 after suffering a heart attack while out riding
Dates confirmed for 2017 Multisport World Champs
ITU is pleased to confirm dates for the Penticton 2017 ITU Multisport World Championship Festival. The 10-day event, which will see 5,000 atheltes compete in four separate World Championships – duathlon, aquathlon, cross triathlon & long distance triathlon – will be held from August 18-27. Penticton, B.C. (Canada) has won a bid to host the first edition of the Multisport World Championships.
“For the first time, athletes can compete in more than one Multisport World Championship race in one convenient location, which is an idea we’ve had a great response to both from cities and from age group athletes,” said ITU President and IOC Member Marisol Casado. “Penticton will set the stage for the future of the event. We are very confident in the team’s ability to deliver an exceptional experience that will set the bar of this festival very high.”
“There is no better place than Penticton for a multisport championship on this scale,” said Michael Brown, Executive Director, Penticton 2017. “The Okanagan has been hosting world-class triathlons for more than 30 years, and this event will cement the region’s reputation as a premier global destination for training and racing.”
The international significance of Penticton 2017 means the region will welcome up to 5,000 athletes, thousands of spectators, media and members of the global triathlon family. The economic benefit to the region is expected to be in the millions. Brown’s team is working on a list of events that the community can participate in, and hopes to enlist the famous Penticton Volunteer Army to assist with the event (s).
All four competitions will start and finish in the heart of Penticton, with the epicenter being along the beachfront of Okanagan Lake and Okanagan Lake Park. The spectator friendly courses will feature a variety of terrain and include some of the area’s many vistas, wineries and landmarks, as well the downtown area, with a stadium finish at each race.
In addition to the aquathlon, duathlon, cross triathlon and long distance triathlon World Championship races, participants will be treated to concerts, an athletes village, street dance, race expo, parade of nations, kids races and awards presentations; all of these events adding to the overall atmosphere of the festival.
“Penticton is special because of the long history of triathlon with the community. The people and the tradition of volunteerism in and support of sport,” says Les...
“For the first time, athletes can compete in more than one Multisport World Championship race in one convenient location, which is an idea we’ve had a great response to both from cities and from age group athletes,” said ITU President and IOC Member Marisol Casado. “Penticton will set the stage for the future of the event. We are very confident in the team’s ability to deliver an exceptional experience that will set the bar of this festival very high.”
“There is no better place than Penticton for a multisport championship on this scale,” said Michael Brown, Executive Director, Penticton 2017. “The Okanagan has been hosting world-class triathlons for more than 30 years, and this event will cement the region’s reputation as a premier global destination for training and racing.”
The international significance of Penticton 2017 means the region will welcome up to 5,000 athletes, thousands of spectators, media and members of the global triathlon family. The economic benefit to the region is expected to be in the millions. Brown’s team is working on a list of events that the community can participate in, and hopes to enlist the famous Penticton Volunteer Army to assist with the event (s).
All four competitions will start and finish in the heart of Penticton, with the epicenter being along the beachfront of Okanagan Lake and Okanagan Lake Park. The spectator friendly courses will feature a variety of terrain and include some of the area’s many vistas, wineries and landmarks, as well the downtown area, with a stadium finish at each race.
In addition to the aquathlon, duathlon, cross triathlon and long distance triathlon World Championship races, participants will be treated to concerts, an athletes village, street dance, race expo, parade of nations, kids races and awards presentations; all of these events adding to the overall atmosphere of the festival.
“Penticton is special because of the long history of triathlon with the community. The people and the tradition of volunteerism in and support of sport,” says Les...
Friday, March 18, 2016
Ironman run training how important is the weekly long run
Top triathlon coaches Andy Blow and Simon Ward discuss whether you should include a weekly long run in your Ironman training schedule
Thursday, March 17, 2016
2016 WPE season officially kicks off in Buffalo City
The 2016 WPE season officially kicks off this weekend with the 2016 Buffalo City ITU World Paratriathlon Event. The race continues the battle to earn qualification points for the Rio de Janeiro Paralympic Games this summer where paratriathlon will also officially make its Paralympic debut with the women’s PT2, PT4 and PT5 sport classes, while men from PT1, PT2 and PT4 will be represented.
On both the men’s and women’s side, the rosters are stacked and filled with talent from athletes looking to toe the line at Copacabana Beach in September. With Continental Championships still looming for the European and Asian athletes, it is further important those athletes clench crucial Paralympic qualifying points this weekend, meaning you should expect a showdown in the races come Sunday.
PT 1
The Great Britain National Champion, Phil Hogg, is topping the start list for the men’s PT1 sport class. Buffalo City is the event to open up his 2016 race season and he continues to remain one of the strongest British contenders for Rio this summer. But Brazil’s Fernando Aranha and Spain’s Jose Vicente Arzo Diago are also names that are expected to do extremely well this weekend. While Aranha finished behind Hogg in the World Championships last year, he was the Detroit WPE champion and also was crowned the Brazilian National Champion for 2015. Arzo on the other hand is the Spanish National Champion, so it will be close to see which Champion can trump them all.
However, Buffalo City will see some powerful opponents that could shake up the race. South Africa’s own Anton Swanepoel got third in this race last year and will want to podium again. Giovanni Achenza (ITA) won last year in Edmonton WPE and placed fifth in the Chicago Grand Final, the highest finish on the start list. Lastly, Frenchman Alexandre Paviza had three WPE podiums last year but never was able to secure the win, but that could all change in Buffalo City. As one of the most competitive sport classes booked for Rio, the Buffalo City World Paratriathlon Event is a critical race to earn points for Paralympic qualification.
Racing solo for the women’s PT1 sport class is Catherine Van Staden of South Africa.
PT2
The 2015 season was a strong year for Italian Michele Ferrarin. He was the Italian National Champion and he podiumed in every race he contested, which included WPE gold medals in London and at the Chicago Grand Final where he was crowned the World Champion. So with Buffalo City as his...
On both the men’s and women’s side, the rosters are stacked and filled with talent from athletes looking to toe the line at Copacabana Beach in September. With Continental Championships still looming for the European and Asian athletes, it is further important those athletes clench crucial Paralympic qualifying points this weekend, meaning you should expect a showdown in the races come Sunday.
PT 1
The Great Britain National Champion, Phil Hogg, is topping the start list for the men’s PT1 sport class. Buffalo City is the event to open up his 2016 race season and he continues to remain one of the strongest British contenders for Rio this summer. But Brazil’s Fernando Aranha and Spain’s Jose Vicente Arzo Diago are also names that are expected to do extremely well this weekend. While Aranha finished behind Hogg in the World Championships last year, he was the Detroit WPE champion and also was crowned the Brazilian National Champion for 2015. Arzo on the other hand is the Spanish National Champion, so it will be close to see which Champion can trump them all.
However, Buffalo City will see some powerful opponents that could shake up the race. South Africa’s own Anton Swanepoel got third in this race last year and will want to podium again. Giovanni Achenza (ITA) won last year in Edmonton WPE and placed fifth in the Chicago Grand Final, the highest finish on the start list. Lastly, Frenchman Alexandre Paviza had three WPE podiums last year but never was able to secure the win, but that could all change in Buffalo City. As one of the most competitive sport classes booked for Rio, the Buffalo City World Paratriathlon Event is a critical race to earn points for Paralympic qualification.
Racing solo for the women’s PT1 sport class is Catherine Van Staden of South Africa.
PT2
The 2015 season was a strong year for Italian Michele Ferrarin. He was the Italian National Champion and he podiumed in every race he contested, which included WPE gold medals in London and at the Chicago Grand Final where he was crowned the World Champion. So with Buffalo City as his...
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Workout Wednesday with Georgina Jennings
Chicago was not the first Age Group World Championship that Great Britain’s Georgina Jennings. If fact, she has been competing at the World Championship level since 1993. While she earned the silver medal for the women’s sprint distance race in the 70-74 age group, read up on her workout tips below and see that she still has a lot of racing yet to do!
Name: Georgina Jennings
Country: Great Britain
Age Group: Female 70-74
Profession: Retired
How you got involved in triathlon?
I used to be a competitive swimmer when I was young. I had been jogging with Werrington Joggers for a number of years, then in 1991 I joined Emap the publishing company and a guy named Ralph encouraged me to go to Pactrac the Peterborough triathlon club for a swim. Then in 1992 I did my first triathlon and in 1993 I competed in my first World championships in Manchester.
How often you train?
I train 6 days per week.
Best training advice?
Do it with other people. They motivate, encourage and push me.
What motivates you to race?
I enjoy the companionship of training with others, seeing different countries, and when racing the buzz and satisfaction of completing events.
Favourite swim workout:
I am afraid I only swim once a week and during the winter hardly ever, people wonder how I keep up the same times!
Favourite bike workout:
I bike 3 times every week and around 30-40 miles each time. It is virtually every week of the year and I ride with 10 men who make me work!
Favourite run workout:
I jog usually 3 times a week usually around 50-65 minutes.
Name: Georgina Jennings
Country: Great Britain
Age Group: Female 70-74
Profession: Retired
How you got involved in triathlon?
I used to be a competitive swimmer when I was young. I had been jogging with Werrington Joggers for a number of years, then in 1991 I joined Emap the publishing company and a guy named Ralph encouraged me to go to Pactrac the Peterborough triathlon club for a swim. Then in 1992 I did my first triathlon and in 1993 I competed in my first World championships in Manchester.
How often you train?
I train 6 days per week.
Best training advice?
Do it with other people. They motivate, encourage and push me.
What motivates you to race?
I enjoy the companionship of training with others, seeing different countries, and when racing the buzz and satisfaction of completing events.
Favourite swim workout:
I am afraid I only swim once a week and during the winter hardly ever, people wonder how I keep up the same times!
Favourite bike workout:
I bike 3 times every week and around 30-40 miles each time. It is virtually every week of the year and I ride with 10 men who make me work!
Favourite run workout:
I jog usually 3 times a week usually around 50-65 minutes.
Ironman Legacy Programme reveals 100 athletes bound for Kona
The Ironman Legacy Programme have announced the 100 athletes going to Kona 2016
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Africa & Oceania contest Continental Champs
This weekend in two different parts of the world, elites will compete for Continental Championship titles and a chance to earn valuable Rio de Janeiro Olympic qualification points. The 2016 Gisborne OTU Triathlon Oceania Championships are set to take place in New Zealand, while the 2016 Buffalo City ATU Triathlon African Championships will be occurring the same weekend in South Africa.
2016 Gisborne OTU Triathlon Oceania Championships
Aussies Aaron Royle and Ryan Fisher headline the elite men’s start list and while Royle has already guaranteed his spot in Rio this summer, they will look to challenge for the top podium spots. Representing New Zealand on the men’s side will be Sam Osborne.
On the women’s side New Zealand’s Simone Ackermann tops the women’s field, representing the host nation, while Australian Emma Moffatt is one of the top contenders looking to assume as a threat. Moffatt was in fine form last weekend when she finished second at the Mooloolaba World Cup.
In addition to the elite races, there will also be events for the U23, Junior and Junior 4xMixed Relay race for both men and women throughout the weekend. For start lists and event information click here
2016 Buffalo City ATU Triathlon African Championships
In the men’s race, South Africa’s Henri Schoeman lines up against four other men. While Richard Murray is the only South African who has earned his Olympic spot, Schoeman is a consistent force in the ITU World Triathlon Series and World Cup calendars, especially when it comes to dominating in the water.
The women’s field has a straight South African roster, with Gillian Sanders and Mari Rabie resting at the top of the start list. Both women are strong contenders for earning the right to join the South African Olympic team.
Along with the elites, there will also be a U23 men’s and women’s competition. For start lists and event information click here
2016 Gisborne OTU Triathlon Oceania Championships
Aussies Aaron Royle and Ryan Fisher headline the elite men’s start list and while Royle has already guaranteed his spot in Rio this summer, they will look to challenge for the top podium spots. Representing New Zealand on the men’s side will be Sam Osborne.
On the women’s side New Zealand’s Simone Ackermann tops the women’s field, representing the host nation, while Australian Emma Moffatt is one of the top contenders looking to assume as a threat. Moffatt was in fine form last weekend when she finished second at the Mooloolaba World Cup.
In addition to the elite races, there will also be events for the U23, Junior and Junior 4xMixed Relay race for both men and women throughout the weekend. For start lists and event information click here
2016 Buffalo City ATU Triathlon African Championships
In the men’s race, South Africa’s Henri Schoeman lines up against four other men. While Richard Murray is the only South African who has earned his Olympic spot, Schoeman is a consistent force in the ITU World Triathlon Series and World Cup calendars, especially when it comes to dominating in the water.
The women’s field has a straight South African roster, with Gillian Sanders and Mari Rabie resting at the top of the start list. Both women are strong contenders for earning the right to join the South African Olympic team.
Along with the elites, there will also be a U23 men’s and women’s competition. For start lists and event information click here
Take part in TIA latest survey to have a chance of winning a prize
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Monday, March 14, 2016
Triathlons for beginners why you should take part
For the newbie triathlete triathlons can be a daunting sport to start but dont be put off says elite triathlete Caroline Livesey as you couldnt find a friendlier bunch of people willing to help you
Paratriathletes secure Rio points at Continental Championships
The top athletes from the Americas and African regions took on courses in their respective Championships over the weekend (12-13 March), with Rio 2016 qualifications points on the line. Para-triathletes have until 30 June to attain performances recorded on the International Triathlon Union (ITU) male and female Paralympic qualification lists.
Sarasota CAMTRI Para-Triathlon American Championships
The USA had a very strong showing at the CAMTRI Para-Triathlon American Championships held Sunday (13 March) in Sarasota, Florida, winning nine out of 10 races.
The USA’s Krige Schabort (56:19) and Kendall Gretsch (1:08:13) took the top spots in the men’s and women’s PT1 races, respectively. Schabort is ranked No. 2 in the ITU Paralympic qualification list, followed by Brazil’s Fernando Aranha (1:03:49), who came in second behind Schabort. The USA’s Mary Catherine Callahan (1:20:23) finished runner-up for the women’s PT1.
The USA’s Mark Barr (1:07:55), who leads the Paralympic qualification rankings in the men’s PT2, received his first win of the 2016 season. Barr finished ahead of teammate Brian Norberg (1:13:27), whose performance moved him to third on the qualification list, followed by Brazil’s Andre Barbieri (1:13:45).
The USA’s reigning world champion Allysa Seely also got her first win in 2016 with a time of 1:17:28 in the women’s PT2. Teammate Melissa Stockwell finished second (1:18:36), followed by teammate Sarah Reinersten (1:20:43). Runner-up at the 2015 World Championships Hailey Danisewicz finished fourth (1:21:05).
Jorge Luis Fonseca (1:05:44) defeated fellow Brazilians Leonardo Curvelo (1:07:37) and Edson Dantas (1:09:34) in the men’s PT3 race.
In the women’s PT3 race, the USA’s Andrea Walton (1:36:43) beat Brazilian Adriele Da Silva (1:43:22).
Three minutes separated the first and second place finishers in the men and women’s PT4 races. The USA’s Chris Hammer (55:52) finished ahead of Mexico’s Jose Abraham Estra Sierra (58:00) for the men’s win, and Brazil’s Carlos Raf Viana took third in 59:37. The USA’s Grace Norman (1:06:39) beat Canada’s Chantel Givens (1:09:38), followed by the USA’s Ruth Ann-Reeves (1:12:46).
Aaron Schiedies (58:33) easily took the win in the men’s PT5 race over fellow USA racer Brandon Adame (1:20:34).
The USA’s Elizabeth Baker (1:05:48) won the women’s PT5 race. She beat out compatriot Amy Dixon (1:06:27), as well as Canadian Christine Robbins...
Sarasota CAMTRI Para-Triathlon American Championships
The USA had a very strong showing at the CAMTRI Para-Triathlon American Championships held Sunday (13 March) in Sarasota, Florida, winning nine out of 10 races.
The USA’s Krige Schabort (56:19) and Kendall Gretsch (1:08:13) took the top spots in the men’s and women’s PT1 races, respectively. Schabort is ranked No. 2 in the ITU Paralympic qualification list, followed by Brazil’s Fernando Aranha (1:03:49), who came in second behind Schabort. The USA’s Mary Catherine Callahan (1:20:23) finished runner-up for the women’s PT1.
The USA’s Mark Barr (1:07:55), who leads the Paralympic qualification rankings in the men’s PT2, received his first win of the 2016 season. Barr finished ahead of teammate Brian Norberg (1:13:27), whose performance moved him to third on the qualification list, followed by Brazil’s Andre Barbieri (1:13:45).
The USA’s reigning world champion Allysa Seely also got her first win in 2016 with a time of 1:17:28 in the women’s PT2. Teammate Melissa Stockwell finished second (1:18:36), followed by teammate Sarah Reinersten (1:20:43). Runner-up at the 2015 World Championships Hailey Danisewicz finished fourth (1:21:05).
Jorge Luis Fonseca (1:05:44) defeated fellow Brazilians Leonardo Curvelo (1:07:37) and Edson Dantas (1:09:34) in the men’s PT3 race.
In the women’s PT3 race, the USA’s Andrea Walton (1:36:43) beat Brazilian Adriele Da Silva (1:43:22).
Three minutes separated the first and second place finishers in the men and women’s PT4 races. The USA’s Chris Hammer (55:52) finished ahead of Mexico’s Jose Abraham Estra Sierra (58:00) for the men’s win, and Brazil’s Carlos Raf Viana took third in 59:37. The USA’s Grace Norman (1:06:39) beat Canada’s Chantel Givens (1:09:38), followed by the USA’s Ruth Ann-Reeves (1:12:46).
Aaron Schiedies (58:33) easily took the win in the men’s PT5 race over fellow USA racer Brandon Adame (1:20:34).
The USA’s Elizabeth Baker (1:05:48) won the women’s PT5 race. She beat out compatriot Amy Dixon (1:06:27), as well as Canadian Christine Robbins...
Sunday, March 13, 2016
Para-triathlon American, African Championships set
Two Continental Championships take place on Sunday (13 March), with the Sarasota CAMTRI Para-Triathlon American Championships held in the USA and the Bioemfontein ATU Para-Triathlon African Championships in South Africa.
Both Championships are an opportunity for para-triathletes to score points and quota spots to book their tickets to the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, where the sport will debut.
Sarasota CAMTRI Para-Triathlon American Championships
The event in Sarasota, Florida, will feature triathletes from the USA, Mexico, Canada and Brazil racing men’s and women’s PT1-PT5 divisions.
PT1
The USA’s current world No. 1 Krige Schabort will be looking to defend his American Championship gold against Brazil’s national champion Fernando Aranha. Schabort finished second at the 2015 World Championships to Australian Bill Chaffey.
On the women’s side, Brazilian national champion Danielle Nobile will take on the USA’s 2015 world champion and current world No. 1 Kendall Gretcsh. Gretsch won all four races she competed in during 2015.
PT2
The USA’s Hailey Danisewicz, Allysa Seely and Melissa Stockwell will compete against each other in the women’s competition for the first time this year. The US trio swept the women’s PT2 podium at the Para-Triathlon World Championships in Chicago, USA.
The USA’s Mark Barr will also be looking to defend his 2015 CAMTRI title.
PT3
The PT3 division will be an all Brazilian race between Edson Dantas, Leonardo Cunelo and Jorge Luis Fonseca. Highlights of Fonseca’s 2015 season include top finishes at the Brazilian National Championship and the Rio de Janeiro ITU World Para-triathlon Event. Cunelo will be looking for his first victory of 2016 after coming in second at the 2015 World Championships.
PT4
Jose Abraham Estra Sierra will be the solo racer representing Mexico. Sierra, ranked fourth in the world, will be challenged by the USA’s Chris Hammer, who beat Sierra in this event last year by 51 seconds.
Canadian Chantel Givens will look to defend her title against the USA’s Grace Norman and Patricia Collins. Norman finished second in Chicago and is currently ranked No. 2 in the world.
PT5
The USA’s Aaron Scheidies highlights the men’s side after finishing first in the World Championships last year.
More information on the 2016 Sarasota CAMTRI Para-triathlon American Championships can be found on the event website.
Bioemfontein ATU Para-Triathlon African Championships
The race will feature...
Both Championships are an opportunity for para-triathletes to score points and quota spots to book their tickets to the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, where the sport will debut.
Sarasota CAMTRI Para-Triathlon American Championships
The event in Sarasota, Florida, will feature triathletes from the USA, Mexico, Canada and Brazil racing men’s and women’s PT1-PT5 divisions.
PT1
The USA’s current world No. 1 Krige Schabort will be looking to defend his American Championship gold against Brazil’s national champion Fernando Aranha. Schabort finished second at the 2015 World Championships to Australian Bill Chaffey.
On the women’s side, Brazilian national champion Danielle Nobile will take on the USA’s 2015 world champion and current world No. 1 Kendall Gretcsh. Gretsch won all four races she competed in during 2015.
PT2
The USA’s Hailey Danisewicz, Allysa Seely and Melissa Stockwell will compete against each other in the women’s competition for the first time this year. The US trio swept the women’s PT2 podium at the Para-Triathlon World Championships in Chicago, USA.
The USA’s Mark Barr will also be looking to defend his 2015 CAMTRI title.
PT3
The PT3 division will be an all Brazilian race between Edson Dantas, Leonardo Cunelo and Jorge Luis Fonseca. Highlights of Fonseca’s 2015 season include top finishes at the Brazilian National Championship and the Rio de Janeiro ITU World Para-triathlon Event. Cunelo will be looking for his first victory of 2016 after coming in second at the 2015 World Championships.
PT4
Jose Abraham Estra Sierra will be the solo racer representing Mexico. Sierra, ranked fourth in the world, will be challenged by the USA’s Chris Hammer, who beat Sierra in this event last year by 51 seconds.
Canadian Chantel Givens will look to defend her title against the USA’s Grace Norman and Patricia Collins. Norman finished second in Chicago and is currently ranked No. 2 in the world.
PT5
The USA’s Aaron Scheidies highlights the men’s side after finishing first in the World Championships last year.
More information on the 2016 Sarasota CAMTRI Para-triathlon American Championships can be found on the event website.
Bioemfontein ATU Para-Triathlon African Championships
The race will feature...
Saturday, March 12, 2016
Mario Mola does it again in Mooloolaba
Spain’s Mario Mola was billed as the “benchmark” in the men’s race at Mooloolaba on Saturday, and the No.1 ranked athlete on the start list didn’t disappoint with his second major win in a week.
In hot, humid conditions on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, Mola was pushed by his compatriot Vicente Hernandez until the final lap. But just like in Abu Dhabi last week, Mola proved too strong and crossed the line in 52 minutes and 54 seconds.
And it came after a close call, after he just avoided a spill early on in the bike leg.
“I tried to be in the best position possible for the whole bike, I knew we were going to be a big pack… I think at that point I like fourth or fifth, but the guy just in front of me crashed and I just couldn’t stop, I just tried to stay on my bike,” Mola said.
“But luckily when these things happen and you are in the front, you can still draft from the guys behind…if I had been further back in the pack I would have struggled to get back into the race.”
“It’s a great atmosphere, it’s my favourite race here and my second win. In 2014 I was able to get it too, so I think I’ll be back again.”
After a 31-second silence at the start of hte race to honour the late Laurent Vidal, Mola said it the race win had extra meaning.
““It was a really special one, I like to honour Laurent Vidal, we had 31 seconds of silence before the start and this win is for him,” Mola said.
The day started with slightly less swell than met the women at Mooloolaba, and Australia’s Marcel Walkington used his superior surf skills to catch a wave right up to the beach. Behind him was Canada’s Alexis Lepage, and then one long line of competitors who streamed into transition one after the other.
After the first lap of the bike the majority of the field was locked together in one group, until Lepage’s spill, which caused him to withdraw from the race. While it did split the field a little, the group was still around 50 athletes heading into the second transition.
Greece’s James Chronis sped out of transition, but Mola, Hernandez, Joao Pereira and Ron Darmon quickly pushed to the front at the end of lap one. That group stayed together for the next lap, before Mola and Hernandez stepped up their pace in the final of three laps.
While Mola went on to claim his second win in 2016, and his third in a row counting the Grand Final in Chicago last year. Hernandez claimed silver, his second consecutive podium at the Mooloolaba event,...
In hot, humid conditions on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, Mola was pushed by his compatriot Vicente Hernandez until the final lap. But just like in Abu Dhabi last week, Mola proved too strong and crossed the line in 52 minutes and 54 seconds.
And it came after a close call, after he just avoided a spill early on in the bike leg.
“I tried to be in the best position possible for the whole bike, I knew we were going to be a big pack… I think at that point I like fourth or fifth, but the guy just in front of me crashed and I just couldn’t stop, I just tried to stay on my bike,” Mola said.
“But luckily when these things happen and you are in the front, you can still draft from the guys behind…if I had been further back in the pack I would have struggled to get back into the race.”
“It’s a great atmosphere, it’s my favourite race here and my second win. In 2014 I was able to get it too, so I think I’ll be back again.”
After a 31-second silence at the start of hte race to honour the late Laurent Vidal, Mola said it the race win had extra meaning.
““It was a really special one, I like to honour Laurent Vidal, we had 31 seconds of silence before the start and this win is for him,” Mola said.
The day started with slightly less swell than met the women at Mooloolaba, and Australia’s Marcel Walkington used his superior surf skills to catch a wave right up to the beach. Behind him was Canada’s Alexis Lepage, and then one long line of competitors who streamed into transition one after the other.
After the first lap of the bike the majority of the field was locked together in one group, until Lepage’s spill, which caused him to withdraw from the race. While it did split the field a little, the group was still around 50 athletes heading into the second transition.
Greece’s James Chronis sped out of transition, but Mola, Hernandez, Joao Pereira and Ron Darmon quickly pushed to the front at the end of lap one. That group stayed together for the next lap, before Mola and Hernandez stepped up their pace in the final of three laps.
While Mola went on to claim his second win in 2016, and his third in a row counting the Grand Final in Chicago last year. Hernandez claimed silver, his second consecutive podium at the Mooloolaba event,...
Friday, March 11, 2016
Running shoes buying guide what to look for
Minimalist motioncontrolled oversized the choice of trainer for triathletes is now exhaustive And downright confusing We shed some light
New Syros Tri set for Greece
Inaugural Trimore Syros Triathlon to be hosted in Greek Islands in June
Thursday, March 10, 2016
“I Give You My Shoes” to be held in Buffalo City
Joining forces with the 2016 Buffalo City ITU World Paratriathlon Event, being held on March 20 in South Africa, a non-profit organization called “I Give You My Shoes” will be holding a fundraiser and shoe drive. This organization gives running shoes to people who do not have the means of providing their own or do not own adequate ones. More information is below:
Purpose: The purpose of this project is to offer running shoes to young athletes who run without adequate equipment.
Spirit: SOLIDARITY - NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION – the shoes have to be given for free to the runners
Where: Buffalo city – East London - SOUTH AFRICA
When: March 2016 (probably the 18th after the paratriathlon’s race briefing)
How: I wish to invite the participants of the paratriathlon event (athlete and staff) to bring with them one or several pair of running shoes in order to give it to the local runners. I don’t mean a new pair of running shoes in the box but the one in good condition that you don’t use anymore. We can give them a second life to the feet of south African runners who have no access to quality equipment.
Contributors:
Pam Rossouw (RSA)
Templeton Vuyani Yoba – Chairperson and Club Founder (Overtakers sports club)
Original idea:
Nicolas Bechker (FRA)
Purpose: The purpose of this project is to offer running shoes to young athletes who run without adequate equipment.
Spirit: SOLIDARITY - NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION – the shoes have to be given for free to the runners
Where: Buffalo city – East London - SOUTH AFRICA
When: March 2016 (probably the 18th after the paratriathlon’s race briefing)
How: I wish to invite the participants of the paratriathlon event (athlete and staff) to bring with them one or several pair of running shoes in order to give it to the local runners. I don’t mean a new pair of running shoes in the box but the one in good condition that you don’t use anymore. We can give them a second life to the feet of south African runners who have no access to quality equipment.
Contributors:
Pam Rossouw (RSA)
Templeton Vuyani Yoba – Chairperson and Club Founder (Overtakers sports club)
Original idea:
Nicolas Bechker (FRA)
Triathlon X new routes showcased in film
A film has been produced to showcase some of the new routes that will be taken by athletes competing in Triathlon X one of the worlds toughest Ironmans
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Female participation in ITU races increases
On March 8, International Women’s Day, ITU is proud to announce that female participation increased from 33% to 35% last year among its age group and elite athletes. ITU would also like to congratulate those National Federations (NFs) that boast higher-than-average female race entries, which includes a list of more than 50 NFs.
Bermuda is a prime example of a National Federation spearheading the path for female participation in triathlon with 59% of their entrants at ITU-sanctioned races coming from women. Bermuda is joined by Guatemala, Poland, Canada & the US as top NFs that enjoy significant presence from women on ITU start lists.
Although those are great numbers of which we are extremely proud, there is still room to improvement, and ITU is working with many countries to promote women in our sport by organizing development camps and education opportunities.
But is not only a matter of gender balance in our athletes. Equal opportunities for men and women are part of triathlon’s DNA, as well as a part of ITU’s constitution. We have one of the very few sports in which, since the very beginning, men and women compete in the same distances and for equal prize money.
ITU’s Table Officers are made up of 60% women, with the ITU President, Secretary General and First Vice President all women. Additionally, the ITU Executive Board is nearly half women.
Currently there are more than ten National Federations that have a female as President. That means that women are taking that step forward to have access to important and international management positions within the sport world. ITU also boasts equal representation in the Athletes Committee, and more and more women are taking the step forward to participate in technical official courses or coaching courses.
ITU is committed to growing the presence of female athletes in our sport, especially in the countries where women don’t have easy ways to have access to facilities, coaches, scholarships and more.
Having balanced female leadership continues to serve us well within the Olympic Movement. As women will continue to take the lead in their respective tasks and organizations, the female presence in all aspects of our sport will increase in the upcoming years.
We at ITU want to say thank you to all the incredible women we have racing, coaching, officiating and leading triathlon. For us is a great honor to be a sport that provides a very progressive example of gender...
Bermuda is a prime example of a National Federation spearheading the path for female participation in triathlon with 59% of their entrants at ITU-sanctioned races coming from women. Bermuda is joined by Guatemala, Poland, Canada & the US as top NFs that enjoy significant presence from women on ITU start lists.
Although those are great numbers of which we are extremely proud, there is still room to improvement, and ITU is working with many countries to promote women in our sport by organizing development camps and education opportunities.
But is not only a matter of gender balance in our athletes. Equal opportunities for men and women are part of triathlon’s DNA, as well as a part of ITU’s constitution. We have one of the very few sports in which, since the very beginning, men and women compete in the same distances and for equal prize money.
ITU’s Table Officers are made up of 60% women, with the ITU President, Secretary General and First Vice President all women. Additionally, the ITU Executive Board is nearly half women.
Currently there are more than ten National Federations that have a female as President. That means that women are taking that step forward to have access to important and international management positions within the sport world. ITU also boasts equal representation in the Athletes Committee, and more and more women are taking the step forward to participate in technical official courses or coaching courses.
ITU is committed to growing the presence of female athletes in our sport, especially in the countries where women don’t have easy ways to have access to facilities, coaches, scholarships and more.
Having balanced female leadership continues to serve us well within the Olympic Movement. As women will continue to take the lead in their respective tasks and organizations, the female presence in all aspects of our sport will increase in the upcoming years.
We at ITU want to say thank you to all the incredible women we have racing, coaching, officiating and leading triathlon. For us is a great honor to be a sport that provides a very progressive example of gender...
Aero cycling helmets how to choose the right shape
Aero helmet shapes vary a great deal in three primary aspects tail length surface features and width We take a look into the trio
Monday, March 7, 2016
Brits Joe Skipper and Lucy Gossage make Ironman New Zealand podium
Top British triathletes Joe Skipper and Lucy Gossage have both come second in Ironman New Zealand
Saturday, March 5, 2016
Jodie Stimpson back on WTS podium in Abu Dhabi
Claiming her first WTS victory since 2014, Great Britain’s Jodie Stimpson finally earned her way back to the top of the podium by winning the first race of the season at the 2016 ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi.
After pushing through a long swim, a tough bike and an even tougher run, Stimpson broke away from a small four-man pack in the final lap of the race to reclaim her rights to a WTS gold medal. Showcasing an amazing come-from-behind performance, Australia’s Ashleigh Gentle earned the silver medal, while Stimpson’s British compatriot Helen Jenkins took the bronze.
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“This winter I could not say that it could have gone any better. My training group has been highly motivated because non of us have made our Olympic spots yet. Me and Helen Jenkins, we are great rivals, she is just a fantastic athlete and I have so much respect for her. As soon as I crossed the line I went to her and thought we could not make it any harder for them really, but we are both in the same boat and it will be whoever has the best race in Gold Coast. It will be the best woman who wins and if Helen beats me in Gold Coast, she deserves to go,” said Stimpson on her win and her road to still qualify for the Rio Olympic Games this summer.
Gentle said of her amazing second-place finish, “I am so thrilled. I guess that goes to show that it is not over until it is over. Apart from not swimming so well, I actually felt pretty good about how I raced today because it was just Nicola and I pulling the turns together (in the chase group), so I was very thankful for her there because that was a really hard bike. It felt really good to catch up. I knew the run was going to be so tough.”
A perfect setting found the women with warm temperatures and no-wetsuit needed water conditions. With a long 1000-metre first lap, of the two lap swim, the field saw the women spread out into three different groups with Carolina Routier (ESP) and Pamella Oliveria (BRA) leading in its entirety.
As they made their way out of the Abu Dhabi Sailing and Yacht Club and into the first WTS transition zone of the season, Sarah True (USA) was third out of the water and helped assemble an 11-strong pack to begin the first few kilometres on the first bike lap that would last for 13-kilometres total and then shorten to six laps of 4.5 kilometres. The leaders quickly amassed to 25 as Stimpson pushed her pack to merge with the front runners, which consisted of Flora Duffy (BER), Alice...
After pushing through a long swim, a tough bike and an even tougher run, Stimpson broke away from a small four-man pack in the final lap of the race to reclaim her rights to a WTS gold medal. Showcasing an amazing come-from-behind performance, Australia’s Ashleigh Gentle earned the silver medal, while Stimpson’s British compatriot Helen Jenkins took the bronze.
WATCH THE RACE REPLAYS AGAIN
“This winter I could not say that it could have gone any better. My training group has been highly motivated because non of us have made our Olympic spots yet. Me and Helen Jenkins, we are great rivals, she is just a fantastic athlete and I have so much respect for her. As soon as I crossed the line I went to her and thought we could not make it any harder for them really, but we are both in the same boat and it will be whoever has the best race in Gold Coast. It will be the best woman who wins and if Helen beats me in Gold Coast, she deserves to go,” said Stimpson on her win and her road to still qualify for the Rio Olympic Games this summer.
Gentle said of her amazing second-place finish, “I am so thrilled. I guess that goes to show that it is not over until it is over. Apart from not swimming so well, I actually felt pretty good about how I raced today because it was just Nicola and I pulling the turns together (in the chase group), so I was very thankful for her there because that was a really hard bike. It felt really good to catch up. I knew the run was going to be so tough.”
A perfect setting found the women with warm temperatures and no-wetsuit needed water conditions. With a long 1000-metre first lap, of the two lap swim, the field saw the women spread out into three different groups with Carolina Routier (ESP) and Pamella Oliveria (BRA) leading in its entirety.
As they made their way out of the Abu Dhabi Sailing and Yacht Club and into the first WTS transition zone of the season, Sarah True (USA) was third out of the water and helped assemble an 11-strong pack to begin the first few kilometres on the first bike lap that would last for 13-kilometres total and then shorten to six laps of 4.5 kilometres. The leaders quickly amassed to 25 as Stimpson pushed her pack to merge with the front runners, which consisted of Flora Duffy (BER), Alice...
Jodie Stimpson takes season opener in Abu Dhabi
Teammate Helen Jenkins also finishes on podium in third
Friday, March 4, 2016
Abu Dhabi WTS whos competing
On 5 March the ITU WTS series kicks off in Abu Dhabi with some of the worlds best triathletes lining up all hoping to earn the first WTS points of the year
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Athlete chatter ahead of #WTSAbuDhabi
Athletes gathered on Thursday ahead of the season opener of the 2016 ITU World Triathlon Series in Abu Dhabi to talk about their race preparation, Roads to Rio, and their excitement to start the season.
Katie Zaferes (USA)
“Training has been going really well and am excited because I have a team full of international athletes, like Richard and Mario. It’s been awesome to train with some of the best in the world and check out my competition. Here is where I get to see where all the hard effort over the season translates in a real scenario and no better place than Abu Dhabi.”
Flora Duffy (BER)
“The last few months I have spent it in Stellenbosch training, things have been going really well there it’s such a beautiful place to train. Obviously because I raced very well last year my Olympic qualification is pretty secure that’s allowed me a slower build-up. I really am excited to race here on Saturday.”
Mario Mola (ESP)
“It all started here. Things are going well. You can train but then you want to see things happen, and so far I am very happy with where I am at and my performance. I like people to expect great things from me because it means I am doing well. We will see how things roll into the Olympics but I am looking forward to have a great day out there on Saturday.”
Richard Murray (RSA)
“Last year was a great first adventure, this year its familiar and I am excited to come here and race again. It’s been a great lead up to the season so far and it’s great to see where the form is at and how it translates on the field.”
Marisol Casado, ITU President
“Thank you to the Abu Dhabi Sport Council for hosting us this weekend. This is the start of the Road to Rio this year. We work with coaches and athletes to work to create a program that will work to fit inside athletes training plans for the Olympics and Abu Dhabi is the start of that this year.”
Katie Zaferes (USA)
“Training has been going really well and am excited because I have a team full of international athletes, like Richard and Mario. It’s been awesome to train with some of the best in the world and check out my competition. Here is where I get to see where all the hard effort over the season translates in a real scenario and no better place than Abu Dhabi.”
Flora Duffy (BER)
“The last few months I have spent it in Stellenbosch training, things have been going really well there it’s such a beautiful place to train. Obviously because I raced very well last year my Olympic qualification is pretty secure that’s allowed me a slower build-up. I really am excited to race here on Saturday.”
Mario Mola (ESP)
“It all started here. Things are going well. You can train but then you want to see things happen, and so far I am very happy with where I am at and my performance. I like people to expect great things from me because it means I am doing well. We will see how things roll into the Olympics but I am looking forward to have a great day out there on Saturday.”
Richard Murray (RSA)
“Last year was a great first adventure, this year its familiar and I am excited to come here and race again. It’s been a great lead up to the season so far and it’s great to see where the form is at and how it translates on the field.”
Marisol Casado, ITU President
“Thank you to the Abu Dhabi Sport Council for hosting us this weekend. This is the start of the Road to Rio this year. We work with coaches and athletes to work to create a program that will work to fit inside athletes training plans for the Olympics and Abu Dhabi is the start of that this year.”
Landmark finisher of Eton SuperSprints triathlon wins valuable prize
20000th finisher of Nuffield Health Eton SuperSprints wins Human Race 2017 Triathlon Pass and gym membership
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
Exclusive Rachel Joyce will attend the 2016 National Triathlon Show
220 Triathlon proud to announce that Rachel Joyce will be attending The National Triathlon Show 2016
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