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.

Saturday Boot Camps @ The Drew Wellness Center

Total Fitness Boot Camp Begins March 21st.  6 Saturday's to help get you fit and ready for Summer! Sign up today!

This 1 hour cardio and strength training session will boost your energy and metabolism to new heights.  Personal Trainer Jason Gibson will use a variety of exercises such as plyometric moves, weight lifting, running drills and abdominal workouts to get you in shape for the summer.

Triathlon Blogging vs. Training

Thanks for continuing to read my “blog”, or so we will call it.  My original goal was to provide a race update, fitness information or some triathlon information each and every week.  I am now re-setting and re-balancing my blogging goal to post monthly or more frequently if I have some really great content to share with you.  I should be able to find the time to research, write and post monthly.  I want to keep my focus on swimming, cycling and running and hope you will find it worth your time to read and provide feedback if you are so inclined.  Goals whether they are for blogging, fitness, personal, financial or business should always be S.M.A.R.T. (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely).  I used to laugh at this whole SMART goal setting methodology, but I can tell you from experience….it works.  Keeping an updated site, blog and social media presence is important, but working with clients who have their own fitness goals and want a fitness trainer is even more important to me.

I have been busy working one-on-one with clients in Columbia, SC and I am very grateful for their trust in me.  Building a new personal training business has been very rewarding, but has also required a lot of my time and energy.  I have been fortunate to have had some friends refer me to their friends interested in triathlon training, etc, etc – Thank you!  My calendar has been busting out of the seams which is awesome!  My clients’ #1 goal:  “Swim Faster”.  I have learned a lot of new swim drills and techniques over the past few months and know they will come in handy as my swimming clientele grows.  I have also been successful networking online and have a monthly fitness newsletter e-mail.  Send me your e-mail if you are interested in receiving my newsletter. If you have a fitness goal or would like to schedule a FREE consultation to see if Tri Fit Solutions is the right fit for you please contact me today.   Personally I have a few sprint triathlons coming up in June and July (Thanks Suzanne!), but my real training focus is about to switch to running as I prepare for the Savannah Rock N Roll Marathon this November.  Keep an eye out for more on customized plans for this event in the coming weeks.  I would love to work with you and help you reach your running goals.

Thanks again for continuing to follow my blog & Keep up the great work!

Jason

No Limits

No Limits.  Sometimes simple is best.  I passed this sign 6 miles into a 9 mile run today and it made me pause for a moment..  I was running through the USC campus on this gorgeous spring day day dreaming of all kinds of goals and ideas for my family, relationships, business, fitness and who knows what else when this sign made me stop and take a photo to share with you.  I am not sure what this really means, but it motivates me.  What motivates you?

Road Warrior...Business Conference

Kauai, Hawaii | Made Some Time for Fitness

I had a business conference in Hawaii this past week and although our schedule was busy with meetings and entertaining I was still able to log some miles and hit the gym a few times.  Here are a few of the highlights from my workouts this past week.  The views were breathtaking and inspiring.  I logged 1750 meters of swimming in the Pacific Ocean, 66 miles of cycling (rain or shine), and 32 miles of running.  The awesome scenery helped me realize just how important it is to get out and see the world on foot (or bike) even if you are "too busy."

The view at mile 3 along Lawai Road (above)

Mile 11 photo opportunity from nice tourist like myself (above)

Waimea Canyon

Ride along the Pacific Ocean (dozens of rainbows)

"Live Life To The Fullest" (random side road)

Sunset from balcony - post ride (made it back before dark :-)).

I am very happy to be home with my family and to share this experience with each of you.  I hope to have a whole series of  "Road Warrior" stories throughout the year to help share my story as a travelling salesman who finds a way to make fitness a part of his life regardless of the obstacles.  Thanks for reading.

A Cold Winter’s Day Success Story

After last month’s half marathon I set a goal to run my fastest 5k at this year’s Cold Winter’s Day 5k in Columbia, SC.  I love setting stretch goals and after last year’s PR I knew it would be tough.  I am happy to tell you I met my goal and set a new personal best record.

My past month’s goals and training turned into much more than I ever expected.  I was able to share my love of the sport of running with my family.  We have participated in several 5k road races together over the past couple of years, but this one was different.  My “I’m not-a-runner” wife, Katie, has been training hard and was actually looking forward to this race as much as me.  Of course I was pleased when I reached my goal and set a new record, but I was even more pleased when Katie shaved 3:00 minutes off her previous best time.  It was great to see her actually enjoy the event and reach her own personal goals.  She might even consider calling herself a "runner" soon.

In addition to my wife’s success, I got to celebrate my middle son’s achievement of 2^nd place in his 10 & under age group, my youngest son’s exceptional finish and I was able to share the podium with my neighbor as we took 2nd and 3rd in our age group.  I am a proud husband, dad and neighbor!

  

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