Winter Running Group | Join Today!

We are kicking off a 20 week training group this coming week.  You will have access to our running plan that prepares you for a half marathon in February 2016.  Most running plans are 12-16 weeks long so even if you don't join us this coming week there is still time to join.  We will be meeting once a week as a group where we will review form, log some miles and perform running drills.  If you cannot meet with us in person we can still meet via Facetime and/or Skype. In addition, you will see progress weekly as we participate in a private Facebook group to keep each other motivated and on track with our training plan.

Our first week of training will begin with a 2 mile run/jog/walk depending on your current training level.  We will determine your tempo run pace and share some yoga moves to help incorporate yoga into your weekly routine.  We will use MapMyRun to log our miles and share with our training team.  Check out this video of some great skipping drills we will perform when we meet.

Interested in learning more or signing up visit our Team Tri Fit page here.

All levels are welcome and encouraged to join.

Road Warrior Health & Wellness Challenge II

Road Warrior Health & Wellness Update: 

Three months ago while travelling for work in Raleigh, NC I found a local fitness publication at the hotel that caught my eye.  Like most travelling salespeople I usually grab the USA Today, but this trip I grabbed this local publication and was intrigued by all of the races coming up in North Carolina.  I love signing up for an event whether a run, bike, or triathlon every few months and there was an ad for the Hickory Nut Olympiad (http://hickorynutolympiad.com) which had a full weekend of events for all ages and interests.  I was sold.  I signed up that week for the Sprint Triathlon and put it on the calendar.

I enjoy training and working toward getting a PR (personal record) or placing in my age group.  I always set a goal to shoot for and then just do my best.  I wanted to participate in one event each day of the Olympiad, but knew that our family schedule may not permit.  It turns out my oldest son had a soccer tournament the same weekend so I skipped the 25 mile bike ride Sunday to the top of Chimney Rock so that I could attend his final day of games .  I did however arrive Friday night in time to sign up for the 10k Dam Run which started at 7pm.  As with many races I started out way too fast and before I realized it I was half way through the run and still feeling great. I pushed through and quickly knew that I was looking at a PR.  I caught the group in front of me and did my best to hang on until the end.  I finished several minutes better than any previous 10k and was shocked that I performed so well despite all of the hills.  I was feeling great going into the weekend.

When I woke up the next morning to my 5:30 alarm I was feeling the effects of my PR from the night before and knew it was going to be tough day in the mountains.  I had a tough swim, felt great on the bike and was completely spent on the run.  I pushed through the pain and was very pleased with my overall accomplishment, but I did not earn a PR or age group win.  I did love the challenge and the beautiful views during the race.  This venue was absolutely amazing and I hope to have my family and friends with me next year to enjoy this amazing weekend together.

I would encourage all of you to find an event near you, set some goals, train smart, and enjoy the challenge.