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July 2015
Fintastic Four TCSD Events TCSD Contacts Board Members
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TRIATHLON CLUB OF SAN DIEGO
Member Profile Weekly Workout Calendar TCSD Conversation: Chris Ironman Finishers
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TCSD Conversation: Bessy 14 New Members 18 Sunscreen 20
TriNews
By Carolyn Whitney
challenges for Catherine and Carolyn, who brought up the rear of the group. Nevertheless, all four fearless finsters made it safely to the Cove and stood briefly in the sand. When it was time to make the return trip to the Shores, they all set out together and decided to meet at the half mile buoy. As Catherine and Carolyn brought up the rear, Carolyn couldn’t help but notice a sailboat that appeared to be chasing Catherine and was directly in her path! Catherine and Carolyn had to stop and change course several times. Ron and Paula were watching in the distance to see what was going on. Finally, Carolyn
Mission : to the cove and back JULY CLUB AQUATHLON Thursday July 16 Torrey Pines State Beach Start Time: 6pm Show up between 4:30pm set up and check-in begin. Format: 1500m/4mi
It was an epic day at La Jolla Shores – water temperature at 68 degrees, low waves, no wind and a mild current. The Fintastic Four were about to set out on their journey to the other side! When: June 22, 2015 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Ron:
The Strong
Paula Fornes:
Super Swimmer
Catherine Lazarz: Carolyn Whitney:
Beginner Triathlon Jul 18, Glorietta Bay
Potluck Jul 24, La Jolla Cove Check the Club’s website, Facebook page and/or Yahoo group forum for the most up to date activity details.
The Communicator
Slow and Steady
After making it through the breakers, they regrouped to form a plan of action. The first stop would be the half mile buoy, then on to the quarter mile buoy and finally to the stairs at La Jolla Cove. It seemed like a doable task – and they had two hours until sunset. Little did they know how much they would need that extra time! Ron and Paula set the pace and quickly plowed through the fields of seaweed that scattered the ocean. The seaweed created occasional warm patches in the ocean as well as goggle
asked the seaman if he needed help. The answer was, “YES!” The sailboat was on a collision course for the shoreline, and was about to enter the swimming and kayaking zone. All four swimmers quickly rushed to the boat to determine what was wrong. The seaman mentioned that the seaweed had been difficult to maneuver through, and he could no longer steer the boat. Ron The Strong quickly diagnosed the problem as a dislocated rudder, and immediately started his repairs. He reattached the rudder with his mighty strength and located a key ring continued on page 21
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APRIL TCSD MEETINGS, CLINICS, RACES & RIDES*
CONTACTS Triathlon Club of San Diego P.O. Box 504366 San Diego, CA 92150-4366 www.triclubsandiego.org Send correspondence to the address above or contact President, Stephen Banister. Membership & Renewal $75/year, $60 active military (w/active ID). Additional years available at discount. TCSD membership (online) at http://tiny.cc/v3xypw TCSD e-lists Subscribe to the TCSD e-mailing list by sending a blank email with your name in the body to: TCSD-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
NEWSLETTER STAFF AND INFORMATION Publisher & Design/Production Sprague Design, Dean Sprague myhideano@hotmail.com (858) 270-1605
TRI 101
INTRO TO TCSD AND FRIENDS
REAL BEGINNERS’ BIKE RIDE
Wednesday July 29th, 6pm
Monday July 13th, 6pm
Saturday July 25th, 8:30am
The monthly talk is specifically designed to get you started in the sport of triathlon, and our goal is to de-mystify triathlon, and remove the ‘intimidation factor.’ All questions fair game and NON-MEMBERS WELCOME! Bring that friend or relative! HOW DO I GET STARTED? How fit do I have to be? How long do I have to train? What equipment do I need? What do I wear? Do I need a wetsuit? What kind of bike do I need? Can I do one on my mountain bike? How do I get started with my swim training What are good first time races? How can the Club help me? Get the answers to these questions and more at the monthly TCSD Tri 101!
Find out what makes our Club awesome! And to hear about the latest and greatest all things TCSD. This is a great opportunity to hear about all the Club has to offer, learn the basics about the sport of triathlon, and meet training partners. If you are new to the sport, or just new to the Club, this meeting is for you! NON-MEMBERS ARE WELCOME! are welcome (bring a friend!), no RSVP necessary. Food and drinks will be available (pizza and soda.)
The TCSD Real Beginners’ Bike Ride takes on the 56 bike path and is a club ride where nobody gets left behind. If you can ride comfortably for at least 60 minutes without stopping (total ride time 90-minutes) then this ride is for you. Be ready for a few moderate climbs on the first half of the ride; beginners need hills too! Total distance for the ride is 18 miles. Hybrids and Mt. Bikes will go half the distance. James will be your leader and is promising a fun-filled morning. Non-members are ALWAYS welcome. Helmets are MANDATORY.
Editor Alexis Barnes asdbarnes@yahoo.com (718) 216-8555 Newsletter Articles and Ideas Please send to Dean Sprague at dsprague@triclubsandiego.org and/or Alexis Barnes at asdbarnes@yahoo.com Contributing Writers: Caroline Whitney and Craig Zelent
Location:
Endurance House-Oceanside 401 N. Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054 (760) 978-6422 map: http://tiny.cc/6mq29w
Option: 5K run after the ride. Bring your run gear if you plan to join. Location: Road Runner Sports 5553 Copley Drive San Diego, CA 92111 (858) 974-4455 map: http://tinyurl.com/4kdk28t Contact: Paula Munoz, pmariemunoz@gmail.com or Cory Gasaway corygasaway@gmail.com
Schedule of Events: 8:30am Bike Q&A 9:00am Wheels Roll NEW Meet up Location: PARK & RIDE Location 12791 Sorrento Valley Road Del Mar, CA 92121 map: http://tiny.cc/f0j8cx Contact: Please contact James Ismailoglu at james@triclubsandiego.org with any questions/comments.
Contact: Questions or comments can be sent to your beginner coaches at coaches@triclubsandiego.org. ALWAYS REFER TO THE TRI CLUB’S WEBSITE AND CALENDAR FOR THE LATEST EVENTS, UPDATES AND DETAILS. DATES, LOCATIONS, EVENTS, GUESTS. ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
All dates and events subject to change. * Refer to the Club’s website/calendar for additional workouts and latest information.
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TCSD BOARD MEMBERS
MEMBER PROFILE KEVIN SOEHNER Member since: 2014.
President
Mike Plumb
president@triclubsandiego.org
Vice President
Paula Munoz
vicepresident@triclubsandiego.org
Treasurer
Al Allison
Secretary
Paula Munoz
secretary@triclubsandiego.org
Program and Events Officer
Jay Lewis
eventsdirector@triclubsandiego.org
Marketing Office
Tassia Bezdeka
marketing@triclubsandiego.org
TCSD Board of Directors
bod@triclubsandiego.org
TCSD VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE MEMBERS Apparel: Zoca Gear Beginner Coaches
Occupation: Operations Management. Favorite local restaurant: Potato Shack in Encinitas. When not training, I enjoy: BBQs, books, anything outside enjoying the San Diego sun with friends. Before I became a triathlete I was: A lifetime soccer player. Who or what inspired you to start triathlons? Getting back in shape and looking for a new challenge and then got hooked. My first triathlon: Spring Sprint 2013. Pre and/or Post event ritual: Pre Bagel, Banana, and Dubstep. Post – Pizza, compression tights, and Netflix binging. Favorite segment (swim, bike or run): Bike. PR/Best race: 2014 Vineman 70.3, finish time 6:15. This year’s athletic goal: Survive Escape from Alcatraz (acomplished) and break into the top 10 for my age group in one of the local races. Most embarrassing or disastrous moment: Doing my first tri in a too small wetsuit I hadn’t tested and having to dog paddle much of the swim since I could barely move my arms.
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(908) 247-1145
James Ismailoglu
james@triclubsandiego.org
Dean Rosenberg
coaches@triclubsandiego.org
Steve Tally
coaches@triclubsandiego.org
Bike Case Rentals
Bob Rosen
brosen@triclubsandiego.org
Club Historian
Ian Kelly
ikelly@triclubsandiego.org
Creative Team
Arch & Christy Fuston fuston@triclubsandiego.org
Expo Director
Larry Tran
Ironman Coaches
Craig Zelent
tricraigz@yahoo.com
Membership Director
James Ismailoglu
james@triclubsandiego.org
Newsletter Editor
Alexis Barnes
asdbarnes@yahoo.com
(718) 216-8555
Newsletter Publisher
Dean Sprague
dsprague@triclubsandiego.org
(858) 270-1605
Race Director, Aquathlon
Kai Nakamura
Race Director, Duathlon
Jay Weber
Age Group: M 35-39 Status: Single
Hank Montrose
Race Director, Run and Triathlon Jim Johnson
(760) 214-0055
jameslj01@gmail.com
Social Directors Social Media Manager Sponsorship Director
Kat Gunsur
kgunsur@ccfa.org
Swim Director
Chris Costales
tcsdswim@gmail.com
Swim Director, Open Water
Trevor King
trevor@EnergyLabTraining.com
TCSD Cares
Steve Tally
stally@triclubsandiego.org
(858) 717-1114
Track Coach, UTC (Spring/Summer) Bill Gleason
gleasoncoaching@gmail.com
Track Coach, North County
Mike Plumb
mplumb@triclubsandiego.org
Volunteer Director
Dawn Copenhaver
dcopenhaver@triclubsandiego.com (619) 867-2784
John Hill
jhill@triclubsandiego.org
Richard Reilly
rereillyii@gmail.com
Youth Team Coach Web Administrators
Roger Leszczynski
RUN
BIKE
SWIM
TCSD OFFICIAL WEEKLY WORKOUT SPRING CALENDAR
FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF OFFICIAL CLUB WORKOUTS, REVIEW THE WORKOUT SCHEDULE ON THE CLUB’S WEBSITE. Monday 6:00 AM Ocean Swim, advanced/expert swimmers
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Ocean Swim in Carlsbad
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Location: Tamarack Beach.
5:30 PM
Ocean Swim in La Jolla
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Location: La Jolla Shores. (Starts April 21st)
My equipment: Wetsuit: Zoot Bike: Felt Running Shoe: Mizuno/Zoot Equipment wish list: Power meter, race wheels, Felt B2 Di2. Best advice: Get your tips and guidance from experienced triathletes or coaches you trust or admire, not the web and magazines. Favorite Thing(s) About TCSD: The welcoming and openness at all events, races, trainings, etc.
Location: La Jolla Cove.
6:00 PM
Can’t race without: My Team Challenge race kit.
Tuesday 6:00 AM Pannikin Bike Ride
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Location: Pannikin - 7467 Girard Ave., La Jolla.
6:00 AM Ocean Swim in Carlsbad
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Location: Tamarack Beach.
6:30 AM Bike Workout in Point Loma, Group ride
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Location: Moment Cycle Sport, Liberty Station.
6:30 PM
Run Workout in Carlsbad/North County, Coached session
8:00PM
LJHS Swim Workout (Coggan Family Aquatic Complex)
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Location: Starts at the Bike Trail
that runs between Carlsbad Village and Tamarack Ave. parallel to the Coaster tracks. •
Location: 800 Nautilus St., La Jolla.
Wednesday 6:00 AM Ocean Swim, advanced/expert swimmers 6:00 PM
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Location: La Jolla Cove.
Ocean Swim in Carlsbad
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Location: Tamarack Beach.
6:00 AM Ocean Swim in Carlsbad
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Location: Tamarack Beach.
Thursday 6:15 AM Pannikin Bike Ride
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Location: Pannikin - 7467 Girard Ave., La Jolla.
6:30 AM Bike Workout in Point Loma, Group ride 8:00PM
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Location: Moment Cycle Sport, Liberty Station.
LJHS Swim Workout (Coggan Family Aquatic Complex)
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Location: 800 Nautilus St., La Jolla.
Friday 6:30 AM First light ocean Swim 5:30 PM
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Ocean Swim in La Jolla
Location: La Jolla Cove.
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Location: La Jolla Cove. (Starts April 20th)
Saturday 8:00 AM Bike Workout, Group Ride
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Location: Meet at Starbucks in Del Mar, Hwy. 101 & 15th St.
8:00 AM Bike Workout, Group Ride
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Location: Nytro Multisport, Encinitas.
SHOW OFF YOUR TCSD
Spirit!
What is Spirit?
Any TCSD branded item shown in a unique location, setting or way. Send your “TCSD Spirit” image(s) to dsprague@triclubsandiego.org to be considered for the club’s website and/or newsletter. OR post on TCSD Facbook page
* Refer to the Club’s website/calendar for additional workouts and latest information.
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TCSD CONVERSATION WITH: By Craig Zelent
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Chris Costales
I just had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with TCSD Head Swim Coach Chris Costales. This was my first time really getting to know Chris, and I quickly realized I should have done this a long time ago. Chris is a great example of using triathlon to lead a healthy life. I know you will enjoy getting to know Chris. Craig: What was your athletic background during your early days? Chris: First, Craig I want to thank you for taking the time to interview me; it is an honor. Growing up I played a variety of sports ranging from soccer, roller and ice hockey (Go Kings Go!), and track, but my main focus was club swimming. I have two older brothers that I idolized (that is until they learned the art of torture and tied my hands behind my back, hung me upside down, put peanut butter on my face and let my dogs lick me for about 15 minutes). I wanted to do everything they did, so when they joined our local swim club I decided it was time for me to hit the pool as well. By the time I turned four I was competing against kids twice my age. For 14 years I traveled all over the West Coast competing against some of the fastest kids in the US. My claim to fame in high school was finishing no lower than third place in any event for all four years
Who was the most influential person in your life as you were growing up? Chris: I have been lucky to have a lot of fantastic people in my life, but I would have to say my mom was most influential. I am not ashamed to
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say it, I was a “momma’s boy” growing up. My dad, Ken, worked a lot, and my brothers were five and seven years older than me, so my mom, Lou, took me to school, swim practice, and a lot of movie, TV, and commercials shoots. It is a very LA thing to do as a kid, and I see myself all the time on shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Quantum Leap, Kindergarten Cop and Defending Your Life. There was a good span from 1988-1990 where if you saw a super blond kid in the background of a school scene it was most likely me. Anyway, driving to all these places gave me a lot of quality time in the car with my mom, and during that time she taught me to never give up and do my best no matter what is thrown at you.
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after I graduated in 2000. But not a day goes by where I wouldn’t give it all up to have my parents back in my life. In fact, in their memory when I competed in my first Ironman I created a charity event that would benefit the American Cancer Society. I called it the Ironman-a-thon, where friends, family and coworkers donated money per mile completed. We were able to raise $8,000!
someone affected by cancer in some way or another; unfortunately it hit both of my parents at a young age. My mom passed away from breast cancer when I was only 14, and two years later my dad died from colon Craig: What prompted cancer. You can just you to become a triathimagine what that lete? does to a teenage boy while in those diffiChris: My triathlon career cult high school started around 2005 when years. Luckily I had I went surfing at San Elijo some amazing beach and couldn’t make it friends, and espeup the staircase without cially their parents, Chris before hi stopping five times to catch s tri transfor mation bega who were there to my breath. I am 5’8” and n. comfort and guide me the best they could. weighed about 215 lbs at the At the same time I tried to focus on school and time. I guess the mounds of pasta and beer sports as much as possible to drown out some were not a great recipe for a non active person. of that pain and grief. But by the end of my I vowed to myself that day I was going to lose senior year I decided my swimming career was weight, and by the time I went to bed that over, I didn’t have that drive without the night I was signed up for the UCSD masters parental support, and decided to just enjoy swimming program and was registered for the college life. I attended the University of Mission Bay Triathlon. We had a ratty gym at California Santa Barbara, fell in love with the work but it had a stationary bike and treadmill, beach life, and moved to San Diego months so I put together a three month training plan
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to get in “shape” to finish the race. On race day there was no aero You have done two Ironman races. What were those events helmet, tri bike, or wetsuit. I came fully prepared with a Speedo, like? a red tank top that said “I may be slow, but I am Chris: My first Ironman took place in 2007 in in front of you” on the back, Klagenfurt, Austria. I told my girlfriend Keli that I an old women’s beach wanted to do something really stupid, 140 miles in cruiser (for hydration I one day, and if I was going to spend the next nine added a crate and six months of my life training the race better be pack of beer; you could someplace cool. I checked out all the US sights drink on Fiesta Island back and thought I could do better. When I saw then), and a pair of shoes. Ironman Austria I was amazed. You swim in a In fact, I didn’t have the crystal clear glacier fed lake where the final mandatory helmet so I 1,000 meters is through a canal lined with bought a 10-dollar non-venapproximately ten thousand rabid fans, the tilated piece of junk off of a bike winds through tiny towns in the Alps neighbor the morning of the where you feel like you are competing in the race. Although I was comTour de France, and the flat run where specpletely exhausted, and the race tators offer you beer around every corner was took almost two hours to comthe perfect setting. In fact there were only plete, I was hooked. The next two downsides. First, I wanted to film my day I bought the lowest level final steps to the finish line. Right before Specialized Allez from a local . n the finish chute I grabbed my camera from lo ath n Bay Tri io s is bike shop and within two years M 5 Keli and proudly clicked the record button. 00 at the 2 was competing in an Ironman. g along in is ru c s Chri
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CONVERSATION, continued I slowly walked the 100 or so feet, screaming at the top of my lungs and thrusting my fist in the air. The crowd was going wild and the announcer was pumping me up. It was amazing; that is until I got to the finish line and realized I was on the camera setting and not video. That whole time, I managed to snap one picture. I felt so stupid. The second horror story occurred in the finishers area. I was tired and sore after an 11:47 finish and all I wanted to do was jump into one of the five hot tubs available to the participants. I was just about to hop in when I quickly realized all the guys were naked… no thanks. I got dressed and drowned my sorrows in a couple of ice cream cones. My second race was the 2011 Ironman Arizona. After Austria I vowed I would never put myself through that torture again. I enjoyed the shorter distance races and was playing indoor soccer with fellow club member, vice president, and close friend Paula Munoz. But the Ironman distance is like a forbidden fruit. My breaking point was watching NBC’s coverage of the World Championships. Later that night there was a $500 charge on my credit card, and I was registered for AZ. But 2011 was a struggle. First, I badly injured my knee on the soccer field about five months prior to the race (later I found out I had a torn MCL and partially tore my ACL). Second, there was a 70% chance the race would turn into a duathalon when the Tempe Town Lake dam broke about three months prior to race day (luckily it was repaired and filled just three weeks prior to our start time). Third, the weather was horrible. Between the 30 mph winds on the bike and the rain/hail on the run, I was completely wasted after 11:41 on the course. Once again I vowed to never do another Ironman…
You are the Tri Club’s Head Masters Swim Coach. When and where are the workouts held? Chris: This year we moved our program to La Jolla High School, otherwise known as Coggan’s Family Aquatic Complex. The workouts take place on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 8-9pm. We welcome swimmers of all levels, and the new location is fantastic because parking is just feet from the entrance, and we no longer have to change lane lines or cover the pool. So although the workouts are a half hour later than previous years, we actually leave the deck at approximately the same time. Also you won’t find a better bargain in town in terms of price. We have a tiered system so one swim is $5, 5 for $20 or 10 for $30.
What could a TCSD member expect to gain by doing these workouts? Chris: SPEED!!! No joke, if you are new to the sport our fantastic coaches lead a technique group focused on drills and stroke efficiency. If you are more advanced you can expect a
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until about a year and a half ago when she said, “Hey, I want you to meet Erin Hunter the Head Swim Coach”. My response “…um, ok…” The next words out of her mouth, “You should be a masters coach.” What swim specific I… I… I… guess… advice would you But it has been one of give a beginner the best decisions I triathlete? have made. The peoChris: Slow down. ple I have met, the Beginners typically connections I have have fast arms and kick made are priceless. I way too hard. highly encourage Something you will see everyone to give at every race, no matter back to this wonwhat the distance, are derful club. It can beginners towing the be as simple as setstart line. When the gun ting/cleaning up goes off they sprint as fast at meetings, runas possible for 25 yards . nd ha in a ning a workout, with camer and the rest of the swim Austria 2007 ing Ironman manning our tent at local sh ni Fi they are either getting run races, or being a board member. Most volunteer over or are doing backstroke opportunities only take about one to two hours trying to get air in their lungs. To combat this my favorite drill is the “Two Mississippi drill”. I per month but the value to TCSD is immeasurahave the swimmers glide for two seconds after ble. masters workout that is typically between 2,000 and 3,800 yards. I have always said, the only way you get faster in the water is to get in the water.
every arm stroke to ensure a good breath, a full arm pull, and it allows the body and mind to relax in the water. My second piece of advice, move to the back of the pack at the start line. Those extra ten feet won’t negatively impact your race time. In fact, by avoiding the mad rush in front you are not getting punched/kicked in the face, the leaders essentially allow you to draft, and you get to go at your own pace.
What would you suggest to someone who has just joined TCSD to give them the best experience? Chris: Honestly, I would say volunteering. It took me several years to truly understand this, and in fact without Paula Munoz I probably still would be that guy sitting quietly in the corner at club meetings and races. Even though I introduced Paula to the sport and club, she quickly passed me in terms of participation. It wasn’t
What does it mean to you be on the TCSD Ambassador Team? Chris: It is an absolute honor. Being able to promote the club to fellow triathletes is so much fun. I have been to a ton of local races sporting my Tri Club gear, and when I hear a beginner asking questions like “How do I set up transition?” I provide my advice and let him know about all the advantages of the club. There is no better feeling than telling someone they can go to 12 club meetings with amazing FREE raffles and food, club triathlons, duathlons, aquathons, coached workouts, and crazy race/store discounts for only $75 a year. You will rarely see me on a bike or running around the bay without some sort of TCSD gear on, and if I see you on the road you will be sure to hear a “GO TRI CLUB!”
What athletic accomplishment has given you the most pride and joy?
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What are your future triathlon goals? Chris: My biggest goal is to qualify for Age
ment is a bit different than other people. Winning a race, finishing an Ironman, getting a Group Worlds. I have a long way to go, but I personal best on a course are all worthy of the think if I can really focus on the bike and run top spot, but my greatest accomplishment anything is possible. might have been getting out The key is to train touched at with people that are the wall in faster than me. So the 200 yard the Wednesday night freestyle my UCSD track workouts, freshman year Saturday morning in high school. Del Mar bike workWith a 50 to outs, and even the go, I was four Tuesday and body lengths Thursday masters behind when I swims, are all great kicked it into opportunities to overdrive. We improve my speed were at the old and technique. My Belmont Plaza in plan is to really focus on Bay, 2009. race, Glorieta Long Beach where ub cl the sprint and Olympic SD TC Bike leg at the place echoed distances next year and push for the top ten when the crowd got into a race, and when I spots at Nationals. started to catch the leader I felt the crowd on Chris, thank you so much for telling your my side. When we touched the wall I lost by a story. You are a perfect fit for the TCSD few hundredths of the second, but I was so Ambassador Team. I can’t think of a better proud of myself for not giving up. But the most guy to promote the Tri Club. Good luck memorable part of the experience was watching qualifying for Team USA. You can do this! the tape (yep, I said tape… I’m old) of the race Craig Zelent is a USA Triathlon Level 1 Certified the next day when my parents were going nuts Coach. Craig can be reached at (760) 214-0055 in the background. I still have that moment on or tricraigz@yahoo.com. video and it is the only reason there is still a VCR in my house today.
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writer for the school newspaper and yearbook, and a junior technician in the Computer Club. Whenever I had a chance I really liked to help the badminton team while they warmed-up before games. During track class, even if it made me gag or get light-headed I would dig deep to beat any boy that was running beside me. I guess some things never change – hahaha! Flash forward, in 2008, I ran my first 10K, hauling as hard as I could in 1:00:00. The first few run races I did in San Diego in 2010 were transferred bibs from my husband, Roger, if he wasn’t feeling well. I just rode my bike as transportation.
How did you get introduced to triathlon? Bessy: Short answer: Roger said that triathletes get to change into lots of different outfits since it’s three sports in one. Since I liked changing into outfits, I would like it. He was right. Joke now is that I need to regularly buy new outfits for three different sports. Hehe! Full answer: In Fall of 2009 we migrated to San Diego from the East Coast, and felt the best way for New Englanders to blend in would be to become surfers. Roger found TCSD in 2010 through some members of the San Diego Running Group on Meetup.com. It would be a way to benchmark his progress on the swim to work towards surfing. Since I only knew how to float in open water, I chose to be his “sherpa” to support his open water swim sessions from land and make sure he was safe. I wanted to be able to share his experiences with him so I would wake up to support him on early morning trainings, volunteer & cheer at TCSD races, and I joined him at the monthly TCSD meetings. I was welcomed as a volunteer even though I didn’t know anything about triathlon. Being involved as a volunteer and getting to know other active members within the club by name started building my confidence that triathletes are people who just dare more than the average person to get out of their comfort zone. I really liked watching and meeting the triathletes after the races to see what kind of person thinks that this would be fun! Haha! People of all ages, abilities and sizes were putting their best effort to swim/bike/run, and so when Jim Vance’s TriJuniors started to join the club races, the seed was planted. In Fall 2011 I decided I’d only be comfortable
to go for a triathlon race if it were just women, though. The all women sprint race SHEROX Triathlon was already in three weeks, and I didn’t know how to swim, yet! Roger was done with his race season, so he was able to help me find a surf suit on Craigslist just to keep me warmer. It turned out to be two sizes too big even for a surf suit. Bill Gleason coached me on an intensive six lessons, and I swam every day for two weeks. I invited my friends to come witness my triathlon birth, and bawled so hard at the finish line. I had not been so scared and having such a blast ever in my life! Having cheered for Roger for over a year alongside the network of other “sherpas” and fellow TCSD members meant that many at the race already knew me by name, but this time they were cheering for ME! I joined the club with the JUMP! Aquathlon registration in 2012. Roger and I love volunteering together at expos, being run/swim buddies at Beginner races, setting up the raffle table for meetings, serving breakfast at races or wherever we are needed at the time. It has been so fulfilling to cultivate friendships within the TCSD which started when I was just a cheering spectator and volunteer feeding off the awesome energy on the sidelines.
I’m certain you have seen some funny things since you’ve been doing triathlon. What stands out as being funny? Bessy: My first duathlon was a meetup.com event at Fiesta Island. During the second lap of the run the other participants kept screaming out to me, “Safety first Bessy, Safety first!” I had no idea what that was about. I thought they were telling me to watch for cars. Then I realized after the finish line that I still had my helmet on from the bike that whole time! But you have to understand, when you grow up with a huge fro like mine, a light round object on your head just blends in with the curls and you forget it’s there at all! The best one, though, was at the Chula Vista Challenge Olympic course last year, where the T1 and T2 are in different areas, and you need to drop off your running shoes the day before. On race day, I see this guy fly by me on the run course with his cycling shoes tucked into the back pockets of the cycling jersey he’s wearing.
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I see him again at the podium where he won his age group, but was clearly a newbie so I went to ask him about the cycling shoes in the pockets. He said this was his first triathlon. He didn’t get to put his sneakers into T2 so he had to ride with his sneakers in his jersey pockets. Then, not understanding how T2 would work, while he was cycling the last miles of technical turns and downhill, he changed from his cycling shoes into his running shoes. Yes, I needed to clarify – instead of waiting for T2, he changed into his running sneakers while still on the bike! I was baffled, and jealous of his speedy agility! Ain’t nobody got no time for T2!
I heard that you drove up to Palm Springs for a race and learned a valuable lesson. What did you learn? Bessy: Palm Springs Desert Triathlon was my first “far away” race since we drove up three hours with all our race gear and had to stay at a hotel. First, I learned that a three hour drive in windy conditions can loosen your quick release bicycle wheels. Based on this, I learned that part of my bike check in the morning transition prep needs to include checking to make sure that your quick release wheels are tightly secured to your bike frame. Until that day, I would just fill my water bottle, and pump up my tires. Unfortunately I learned this lesson while riding in the race. Going down the first hill, I press the brakes and see my front wheel swaying from side to side since it’s totally loose from the drive up! Thankfully due to the low speed, the minor crash just caused a few surface wounds and didn’t break anything. Secondly, I learned a few emergency tips, especially when traveling to a race: know the course map and the street intersections of key aid stations, and exactly
where transition is; also memorize a few phone numbers in case you need to call from the ER.
In 2014 you were selected to be featured in a film called “Triathlon Film”. What is the purpose of this documentary? Bessy: 2014 was the 40th year anniversary of the sport of triathlon, so Bob Babbitt and the producers of the Spirit of the Marathon series got together to create a documentary to share the spirit and the intensity that embodies triathlon. The film follows five athletes facing the largest and oldest full distance triathlon in the world – Challenge Roth in Germany. Each athlete is facing either emotional or physical “challenges” of their own while battling this ultimate test of endurance. This race sells out in seconds with 5,000 athletes each year – of which only 1,000 were women. The volunteers and spectators come from all over the world in the thousands to this small Bavarian village in the middle of nowhere in Germany, similar to the crowds in
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That is so awesome that they chose you. I can see the movie star qualities in you, but why do you think you were chosen? Bessy: The producers posted on the TCSD Yahoo Group looking for someone who had never completed a full distance triathlon before to submit some answers to questions to potentially be chosen for the film. I was shy about it but Roger encouraged me right away to submit. I was chosen to represent the “First Timer� of the full distance triathlon. In 2014 I turned 30 and had already been planning to challenge my time management and mental/physical fitness to complete a full distance. For most of my life, a few emotional roadblocks discouraged me from leaving my comfort zone, but there’s something about leaving your 20’s that makes you re-evaluate the future you really want to live. I was ready to free myself from the prison I locked my mind into. The producers liked my story, as I share how the miles in training, in the silence of my own head, helped me to face my demons, giving me the courage, and emotional strength to complete this insane distance – and future adventures in life!
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What special opportunities did you get to enjoy by being part of the cast? Bessy: The most exciting was getting a free entry into Challenge Roth. Roger, of course, wanted to come with me, and we paid our own travel and accommodations. While the producers wanted to get footage of the swim preview, I was able to join Luke McKenzie for that! He is so down to earth, and as expected, fast! The directing of the videographers to follow five athletes in a triathlon is an immense job with motorcycles, vans and a helicopter. Thankfully I didn’t feel stressed by it at all. A crew filmed my transition setup and swim prep, then they found me on the bike course right at Solar Hill then at T2 into the run, where I got to see Mirinda Carfrae and Yvonne van Vlarken fly by on their last 10k while I was just starting. A treat available to all participants at Challenge Roth is the Erlinger non-alcoholic Bavarian-style social held two days before the race where professional athletes can toast a beer with each other, and the groupie fan athletes can talk to them and take photos. Pros from all over the world show up for this. Chris “Macca� McCormack was there even though he didn't race. Pros wear the traditional Bavarian-style dress while the amateur athletes wear modern clothes. continued on page 18
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How did the actual race go for you? Bessy: Due to the filming schedule, I had eight weeks notice prior to the race date, which only worked because I had been marathon training for six months already. The week before the race, due to lack of proper recovery, I got sick and so weak. I flew to Germany as planned, and the jetlag and time change really affected my ability to rest. Sick and exhausted and racing Challenge Roth in 72 hours was a level of panic I wish on no a one. Roger stepped in and tri-bike one-handed trying to climb helped build my bike and other to get water. That was the first time I ever cKenzie. y with Luke M race preparation so that I could Bess looked down at my biceps on aero position and focus on sleeping and recoversaw them full of dead flies stuck to my sweaty arms. ing. 48 hours to the race, I tested out my rebuilt It was so gross but also awesome. The new bike I bike for a 12 mile ride then dropped it off at transi- got from Moment Cycle Sport with the full distance tion. I could barely stay awake while we drove along specific fit made it possible for me to jump off the the bike course as a routine preview. 24 hours bike pain-free; it was an incredible feeling to have before the race, I finally felt better and go on a six enjoyed the 112 miles of the bike that much! The mile run for first time in seven days. Race morning, run was miserable weather of 90 degrees, hot sun though, I felt excellent. I had the new one piece and high humidity. There were sponges and aid statrikit from ZOCA that fit per- Bes tions every mile and it still felt too far somesy with Mirin da Carfrae in fectly the entire day. times. I had to das bier gart en at Challe I was most nervous about nge Roth. slow down to a the swim since they grouped jog a few times, all the women into ONE wave and I used the of 1,000, then they seeded porta potty once. the men to start every two At the 20 mile minutes after that. My plan mark it must’ve was to stay on the outside been the miracle edge and keep a steady watermelon slices rhythm, to stay calm while on the course that I the men swam by like got a second wind lightening schools of and was ready to be sharks with fists and done with it. The heels. Once I met the cutfinal miles filter you off I just wanted to mainthrough a small cobtain 20mph on bike, blestone village with which worked out pretty picnic tables setup as well. Because the flats a beer aid station and spiral down hills are where spectators are so fast, the aid stations drinking, singing and are on the up hills, so cheering for you. The that was interesting on
forecast said rain was supposed to start at 8pm, my goal finish time was 6pm. Suddenly on my last 5k the rain started and my spirits started to fade thinking I was two hours later than what I was working so hard for... Roger found me on the course like a happy dad trying to take pictures of me while he’s running on cobblestone, telling me I’m going to make it, the rain started early. The finish line chute and the post-party are INCREDIBLE. Roth finishes in a round stadium where you need to run around the bleachers until you get to the clock. After there was a full buffet of Bavarian pastries, fresh sandwiches, all temperature beverages, and like 50 massage tables offering free massages! The race is complete in every way. It was an amazing day. I’m so thankful I was well enough in time to fully enjoy it.
What recent trends have you noticed in triathlon that make you excited? Bessy: I’m excited to see short and smaller built women being able to dominate in such a complex sport like triathlon. Seeing athletes like Lesley Patterson, and Mirinda Carfrae who don’t have long legs or an extra long torso - to assist their efforts – is so motivating to me. Not only is triathlon an individual effort, it doesn’t require a specific body type to be successful. That alone is an incentive to see what you can do if you tri.
You train a lot. What do you think about when you are out there training on your own? Bessy: When I started half marathon and marathon training, I would focus on my running form and breathing to use my energy as efficiently as possible. When I started swimming it was deafening to be in silence, but then I started looking forward to the short portion of the day to have that silent escape. Now that the 140.6 is over, I’m back to thinking about my techniques and body form while training. The hours and miles spent in training for a 140.6, your mind starts to cleanse itself of baggage you closed off for years because you didn’t have “time” to deal with. Well, now all I had was time. I thought about how my mother had five kids by the time she was 30. It took my father five years to speak English well enough to interview for jobs he had degrees in. My parents taught us faith and humility by working at opposite shifts to support five children. Although graduating at the top of my high school class, needing to put myself through college was a burden since I had to
dropout due to financial reasons. When my parents separated in the early 2000s, the children also split our own ways. Home, siblings, and educational foundations had shaken my self esteem, my confidence, my willingness to feel anymore fear. Bible reading (or listening with waterproof headphones) helped me stay positive and confident that I’d find a way to build my own foundation as an adult. Prayer narrated these thoughts through the majority of my full distance training, where I’d just get emotional on the bike or the run if I had to get all the negative out! A few weeks before Challenge Roth, I finally asked my mother if she resented me for now turning 30 and not having any children. She told me I had misunderstood what being a mother meant. She was thrilled to be my mother because she was able to extend the gift of life with another smart strong woman who could shape my own life into what I wanted it to be. She said if she wanted someone to make the same exact decisions she made in life, then she would’ve opted for a clone. She is proud and hopes I find my version of the level of happiness she feels in seeing her children’s lives blossom. Hearing that freed so much guilt I had been holding onto, and I was able to fully focus on my race experience. I’m so thankful I put myself in the position, and gave myself the time, to process these feelings.
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Your faith is very important to you. How has your Christian up bringing helped to shape you into the athlete and woman you are today? Bessy: Although I was raised with God-fearing
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and deeds of godly devotion.” (2 Peter 3:11) Seeking Bible principles to guide my decisions has clarified so many questions I had, from letting go of resentment towards my parents separation, what love and a healthy marriage should look like, to when suffering, sickness and death will end. My passion to maintain fitness and health is to show respect & appreciation for the amazing gift of the human body. Poor health would limit how I am able to serve others. Triathlon gives me plenty of exercise ideas to stay fit, find new goals, and it’s become a lifestyle in our home. Roger’s very supportive towards balancing chores and errands so that we can fit in our workouts, family, spiritual activities and time together.
What are your future triathlon goals? Bessy: I’m 20 years behind on my swim skills so that’s an ongoing goal to keep improving my technique and time of the 1-mile. In 2016 I’d like to race a 70.3, looks like a perfect distance for the amount of training I can handle with my current schedule.
Bessy, thank you so much for sharing your story. I can’t wait for the Triathlon Film to be released. The TCSD is lucky to have you among our members. Once the documentary is released we will have to share you with the rest of the world. Good luck with all your future pursuits. Craig Zelent is a USA Triathlon Level 1 Certified Coach. Craig can be reached at (760) 214-0055 or tricraigz@yahoo.com.
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