Good Day Sunshine! It's still technically winter, but I have already gotten sunburned on multiple long runs and rides. I guess sunscreen is needed year-round here in Tucson! In fact I just ordered one of those giant 32oz pump bottles with our Zealios club discount to keep in my bathroom. As the season of racing begins, it was fun to help Peter Russo guide new triathletes through some basics at the Oro Valley Tri clinic. I remember my first triathlon... I was so completely overwhelmed. But I was also warmly supported by my fellow racers that day who cheered for me as they passed me. And not only were the finish line events still happening when I arrived (they were already shut down when I finished my marathon), I was even able to see the awards ceremony. As I got in my car to drive home, I realized that I had found my people and I had fallen in love with triathlons. So remember to cheer for your fellow racer and openly welcome first-timers as they fumble through the many parts of a triathlon, starting with how to impossibly get that wet-suit on...! ~ Haley Keller (membership chair) |
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UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS March Meeting - Social Run! WHEN: Monday 3/11 - meet at 5:45pm, run at 6:00pm
WHERE: Meet at the Reffkin Tennis Center building, located at the NE corner of Reid Park WHAT: 3mi social run on the multi-use trail around Reid Park, then gathering at Portillo's for food and drink Oro Valley Triathlon - 2 volunteers still needed!
WHEN: Saturday 3/16, 7:45-10:30am
WHAT: Join other TTG members helping in the transition area HOW: Reply to this email to sign-up! April Meeting WHEN: Monday, 4/8 - doors at 6:00pm, meeting at 6:30pm
WHERE: Fleet Feet (7607 N Oracle Rd #121, Oro Valley) WHAT: Guest Speaker - Pelvic Floor health discussion with Katie Celaya, PT, DPT
Open Water Swim Clinic
WHEN: Saturday 5/11, 9:00am
WHERE: Lake Patagonia WHAT: Practice open water swimming with Peter Russo, of Russo Racing and TTG Sponsor.
Stay up to date on all our events by subscribing to our club Google Calendar. |
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Disney Princess Fairytale Challenge (10k + Half Marathon) "Such a fun race - got to run through the castle at Magic Kingdom and stop for character pics, and still got a PR on the half marathon!"
- Laura Devereaux |
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Valley of the Sun Bicycle Stage Race "Favorite part was winning the time trial by a wide margin on day 1 and then getting to say - “well, yeah, I’m a triathlete” to everyone that mentioned it on the subsequent days."
- Brooke Streicher |
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Sunrise at Old Tucson "The course was revised by Randy and Tia Accetta. Challenging, I got my monies worth!"
- Joanie Rogucki (with Janet Wooddancer-Fisher) |
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Oro Valley Tri Transition Clinic "Enjoyed seeing lots of athletes who will be earning their triathlete title next month. It was nice to see Tri Girls there. Haley and I helped demo a couple pool skills."
- Laura Silva |
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Mesa Half Marathon "My favorite part was pacing sponsor and my BFF, Don Cox, through his first half marathon - and that he was super happy about it despite the cold and the rain!"
- Brooke Streicher (with Don Cox) |
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Old Tucson Trail Run "This was my first trail run and it was so fun to run through Old Tucson!"
- Chelsea Fuller |
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Solo Half Marathon! "I ran a half marathon, my longest run post-kids, and my family made it special with a hand-made finishers medal made by my husband and a finish line ribbon held up by my kids."
- Haley Keller |
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MEMBER DISCOUNT HIGHLIGHT |
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Zealios TTG Member Discount: 25% off with member discount code |
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SPONSOR SHOUT-OUT Fleet Feet |
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Fleet Feet Sports Tucson is obsessed with customer service. During thirteen years of business, we have proven to be a leader in helping our customers find the right fitting shoes, apparel and accessories for your active lifestyle. Whether you run, walk, go to the gym, or are looking for daily comfort, Fleet Feet Tucson is dedicated to helping you find exactly what you need. Our professional, extensively-trained staff will work with you one-on-one to help you get what you need to live an active life. Fleet Feet Sports Tucson is committed to making Southern Arizona a great place to live and be active. Our in-store and off-site educational seminars, year-round training groups for all levels of exercisers, race sponsorships and production, community support and contributions continue to make Fleet Feet Tucson a partner in Tucson and Southern Arizona's health and well-being. | | |
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THANK YOU IRONMAN LEVEL SPONSORS |
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