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Every October, runners from around the world travel to Chicago to experience this international city by running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.

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This time of year is arguably the most exciting for endurance athletes; those training for a fall marathon are hitting their peak mileage, and half marathons and triathlons can be found nearly every weekend in the Chicagoland area.

As the summer heat winds down, athletes are on fire, and Chicago Athlete is here to help ensure that success continues!

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One of the city’s biggest events this month is the Chicago Triathlon on August 25 and 26. All weekend long are different distances and challenges for all skill levels and ages. Whether you’re competing or spectating, all of the information you need is inside this issue with the Official Program centerfold.

For triathlon newbies, don’t feel inferior; the Chicago Triathlon is a great goal to work up to in coming years! For now, get yourself acclimated to the sport itself; maybe you’ve done one, and want to go for the PR, or a longer distance. From training tips to gear necessities, you can become the triathlete you want to be with advice from local coaches on page 22. And, we spoke with Emmanuel Millet, the owner of Aquaman Triathlon, who weighs the pros and cons of wearing a wetsuit on page 38.

To my fellow marathoners, we’re in the home stretch! This summer has been such a wonderful experience for me as I train for my first marathon.

The early-morning long runs with CARA and mid-week events with Nike have helped me log those miles even when I felt unmotivated. I’m realizing more every day the power of community in this sport, and even if race day doesn’t go as planned, the journey definitely makes up for it.

That being said, the tapering phase is right around the corner. CARA Executive Director Greg Hipp stresses the importance of this phase of training and gives advice for creating a well-executed plan on page 16. Not sure what to do with all the extra time on your hands? Race a half marathon! There are many advantages to practicing a race day routine before the big day, which we discuss on page 26.

No matter what your goal is this season, you’re almost there!

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Bank of america chicago marathon Announces Key MeMbers of elite field October 7, 2018 marks the 41st running of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, one of the Abbott World Marathon Major events. Every year, about 40,000 runners toe the start line, and over 1 million spectators come watch the fierce competition. The 2018 rendition of the race will not be lacking in the competition department.

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The numbers are in and the news is not surprising.

For the vast majority of road races of all sizes across the U.S., participation held steady in 2017, according to an analysis of road race participation trends released today by national trade organization for the sport Running USA. The number of people registering for U.S. road races in 2017 compared to the previous year declined only slightly, by less than 1 percent, according to data compiled by Running USA with the help of a consortium of The ACTIVE Network, imATHLETE, Race Roster, RunSignUp and many individual events.

This consortium of competitive online registration providers was a first in order to help Running USA look at race entries vs. race finishers.

U.S. running registrations in 2017 remained consistent with the total registrants in 2016. In 2017, there were a total of nearly 18.3 million registrants, down just slightly from 18.5 million in 2016. Despite a slowdown in growth in recent years, the 2017 data indicates that a healthy recreational running industry is thriving in the U.S.

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“Americans are still turning out for competitive running events in droves,” said Running USA CEO Rich Harshbarger. “The 2017 data road race participation data shows us that enthusiasm for the sport is alive and well in the U.S., although race directors know that it is crucial to work on adding incentives to keep their runner base coming back time and again to participate.”

The majority of runners of U.S. road races continued to be women in 2017, while the most popular race distance was the 5K, according to Running USA. Around 59 percent of participants in a given road race are female, while 41 percent are male.

“The women’s running boom of more than 15 years ago remains healthy and strong,” said Harshbarger.

“This is an asset for our sport and a trend that we expect to continue.”

5K events boasted 8.84 million registrants, claiming 49 percent of all registrants in the nation, while the half-marathon again held the No. 2 position with approximately 11 percent of the finishers.

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Brings Back ‘raBBits’ for elite competition The Bank of America Chicago Marathon in 2018 will re-introduce pacers, called “rabbits,” into the elite competition after breaking from the tradition for the past few years.

“The championship style of racing that spectators enjoy will continue as the race enters its final miles,” said Executive Race Director of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Carey Pinkowski. “The epic 2010 duel between the late Wanjiru and Tsegaye Kebede, arguably one of the greatest finishes in marathon history, underscores the importance of the tactics that still exist and flourish in paced races.”

Pinkowski and event organizers decided to transition back to pacers to leverage the speed of the course, to work towards setting up ideal conditions for the top tier elite athletes confirmed so far, and to respond to feedback received from runners.

“We listened to the athletes and they want to come to Chicago because of our tradition of fast times and our legacy as a world record course,” continued Pinkowski. “If athletes want to run in races without pacers, there are several opportunities for them to do so.”

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Last year’s superstars Galen Rupp and Jordan Hasay agreed to come back and race through Chicago’s city streets again.

Rupp, the 2016 Olympic Marathon bronze medalist and the 2012 Olympic 10,000m silver medalist, stamped his name in Chicago Marathon history with less than three miles to go last fall to become the first American male to win since Khannouchi broke the tape in 2002, ending a long drought for U.S. men.

He finished in 2:09:20.

Hasay also ran bravely in Chicago last fall, hitting the first 10K on course-record pace and hanging on to finish third in the second-fastest time ever recorded by an American woman and the fastest American time ever in Chicago, 2:20:57.

Four-time Olympic gold medalist, six-time world champion and five-time European champion Mo Farah will also join the 2018 Chicago Marathon elite competition. In 2012, Farah became the first British athlete in history to win an Olympic gold at the 10,000m, and he is just the second athlete in history to pull off back-to-back gold medals in both the 5000m and 10,000m at the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games. The Chicago Marathon marks Farah’s third go at the distance and his first 42K on U.S. soil.

Reigning Boston Marathon champion and citizen runner Yuki Kawauchi and 2016 Olympian and Nike Oregon Project runner Suguru Osako are also part of the men’s elite competition as they both seek to become the first Chicago Marathon champion from Japan since Toshihiko Seko took the crown in 1986. Kawauchi holds the record for the most marathons run under 2:20 (79), he boasts a PR of 2:08:14, he has won more than 30 career marathons and he finished 12 marathons in 2017 alone. Osako is a 2016 Olympian and the Japanese record holder in the 3000m and 5000m. He made his marathon debut at the 2017 Boston Marathon, landing on the podium in third in 2:10:28.

The iconic Chicago course will take runners on a dynamic tour through 29 of Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

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me about Leonard Zinn, longtime author of VeloNews and writer of several bicycle books, who had a heart problem that limited his cycling abilities. With an eBike though, he can now ride and join his friends at their pace but at a controlled rate.

I was lucky enough to try one of the fancy eBikes in downtown Chicago last month. I rode on a Trek Super Commuter bike that had a small Bosch PowerPack 500 battery on the bottom part of the frame that was easily removable to recharge. The battery-life depends on the time and power used, but can last several hours at once for longer rides.

Most eBikes follow the same zone system, which consists of four zones the rider can alternate between at any time on the Bosch Purian Display speedometer. This process is similar to switching gears on a normal bike, but rather than adding stress with each higher gear, the zones propel the bike at more power with each level up. The zones are eco, which gives a 50 percent boost, tour at 110 percent, sport at 200 percent, and turbo which maxes out at 275 percent. The Trek Super Commuter can go up to 28 mph on turbo!

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How it can be Helpful for endurance atHletes

For those living in Chicago, commuting by bike is a very popular option; not only do you get to avoid traffic, but you can get some exercise in before your day even starts. With Chicago’s 200 miles of protected bike lanes and the new separation of the Lakefront Trail, the routes for cyclists are endless.

“People were confused on why we took this out, but we wanted it to feel like a bicycle, even though there’s a motor and battery,” Jonathan Weinert from Bosch eBike explains. “We wanted it to be fun, seamless and smooth, but reduce some of the less fun parts of cycling, like big hills.”

However, maybe you don’t want to show up to work sweating, or find that navigating the crowds in the Loop is more stressful than driving on Michigan Avenue. That’s where electronic bikes, or eBikes, can come in handy.

eBikes have received some scrutiny from endurance athletes who actually enjoy the difficult parts of cycling. Weinert says eBikes are even beneficial for professional athletes, though, as it aids in injury recovery and controlled skill improvement.

About a decade ago, eBikes were first introduced in Europe as a bike with an electric power steering motor; the first eBikes had throttles on them to propel the rider forward without much effort inputted, but about four years ago, Bosch Technology brought eBikes to America, sans throttle.

These bikes had pedal assist technology, instead, requiring the rider to pedal and feel a push with each cycle.

“You can moderate the power level to keep your heart in an optimal zone at all times,” Weinert adds. “No matter what terrain you’re traveling on, you can always be confident you can control your exertion level.”

His favorite part of eBikes, however, is that it allows people with conditions and of all fitness levels to bike together. In fact, Weinert told

I was a little hesitant to try out an eBike at first, as I thought I wouldn’t feel in control, but more like on a carnival ride. I was quickly proven wrong, though, as I shot that speedometer up to turbo as soon as the Lakefront Path cleared. The bike felt very stable, comfortable, and smooth, going over bumps, speeding up, and slowing down seamlessly. With every pedal, I could feel the bike propelling forward, almost as if I was being pushed from behind.

Zooming down the lakefront at 26 mph was honestly the most fun I’ve ever had on a bike, and it made me want to drop $5,000 on an eBike immediately (yes, that’s how much the Super Commuter costs).

Unfortunately, Chicago is flat, so I wasn’t able to test how the bike felt going up and down hill, but I can imagine it’d be nearly effortless. However, I am planning a trip to San Francisco for this fall, and I’d love to zoom past struggling cyclists on those steep city streets on one of these bikes.

Although I only rode for about 20 minutes, I immediately fell in love with eBikes. Not only is it fun and easy to get around, especially in a city, but it’s also an environment-friendly transportation option. Plus, as Weiner says, it makes you feel “superhuman,” so basically, the money is worth it.

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CHICAGO HALF MARATHON & 5K ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH MY FIT KEY The 22nd Annual Chicago Half Marathon & 5K Presented by MY FIT KEY, will take place on Sept. 23, 2018 and will introduce the endurance community to DNA testing for athletes.

Loyola Cross Country ANNOUNCES RETURN OF LAKEFRONT INVITATIONAL Loyola University Chicago head track & field and cross country coach Bob Thurnhoffer announced the return of the Loyola Lakefront Invitational, a cross country meet for college, high school and grammar school teams. The event is scheduled for Sept. 28-29 at Montrose Park in Chicago.

“We are very excited to announce that we will be bringing back the Loyola Lakefront Invitational Cross Country meet,” Thurnhoffer commented.

“The Loyola Lakefront Invitational was previously a great event for our program and alumni, and an even greater event for the sport of cross country in Chicagoland area.”

The 2018 Loyola Lakefront Invitational will mark the fi rst edition of the event since 2012. In previous years, the university division has featured a full

field of over 50 teams, including opponents from both the Midwest and Great Lakes regions.

The Elementary School and Chicago Park District Division will take place Friday evening, and the event will continue Saturday morning with the High School and Collegiate Divisions. The top 25 finishers and top 5 teams in each race will receive awards.

The course starts and finishes at the Montrose Avenue Beach House, and weaves around the Montrose Harbor area. There is a 2k loop and 3k loop, and each look includes Cricket Hill, Chicago’s highest point.

Registration can be completed at www.directathletics.com or Lakeshore Athletic Services. Find more information at http://lakeshoreathleticservices.com/ loyola-lakefront-invitational/.

DIVVY CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS IN CHICAGO Divvy, Chicago’s bike share network, celebrated its fifth anniversary this summer. Since launching on June 28, 2013, Divvy has more than eight times the number of bikes and stations. Divvy now has over 570 stations and 6,000 bikes, extending for more than 100 square miles of Chicago and Evanston.

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“More than 12,000 runners from across Chicagoland, the United States and the world join us for a truly unique Chicago event with sweeping views of the Chicago skyline and premium race amenities at the Chicago Half Marathon & 5K,” said Dan Lakin, Run Brand Manager at Life Time. “Together with Life Time, the nation’s premier healthy living and entertainment brand, MY FIT KEY will help deliver the premium experience that makes the Chicago Half Marathon a signature event in the fall racing season for new and veteran athletes at every level.”

Fritz Gartner, President of MY FIT KEY said of the partnership; “MY FIT KEY is excited and proud to sponsor the Chicago Half Marathon & 5K. This as an ideal opportunity to showcase one of the fall’s most anticipated races through one of the country’s most beloved cities and we trust our products and services will help endurance athletes better understand how their DNA impacts their performance.”

The Chicago Half Marathon & 5K Presented by MY FIT KEY is the second of two races in the 2018 Chicagoland Half Marathon Series, which also included the May 20 Byline Bank Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 10K. Participants who complete both half marathon distances will earn a custom, 26.2 Challenge finisher medal at the final event.

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Tyler WoodWard

“I was introduced to running at a young age, running Thanksgiving turkey trots in grade school, and I ran my first half marathon in eighth grade. Around the same time, I started competing in triathlons during the summers, between school running seasons, and then ran cross country and track throughout high school at Naperville North, where I was a three-time state qualifier. Come college, I started becoming more serious about triathlon. I spent one year at Carthage College and competed in cross country and track and field, earning most valuable freshman and competing in NCAA D3 regionals in 2014. Now, I am a three-time Team USA World Championship Qualifier, and a two-time USA Triathlon All American. I would like to thank my coach Sarah Farsalas, for all of her hard work and dedication in assisting me pursue my passion and dreams.”

Tyler’s PRs Sprint Triathlon: 56:38 | Olympic Triathlon: 1:56:02

Jane Barikis

“I started running after my husband said I would be a good runner. At first I didn’t believe him, but he was right. He is a great coach who also is on the Fleet Feet Racing Team.

We train together and pick races together, so it’s really a nice combination for us. I remember my first 5k was around 20 minutes, but now one year later, my PR is at 17:15. In May, I was the first female finisher, and 18th overall, at the Soldier Field 10-Miler with a time of 1:01:45. I want to become the best runner I can be, so I can make my mother and my husband, and really my entire family proud. I love racing and training hard and I hope I can keep improving each year. I’m very thankful to Fleet Feet for being part of the racing team; it’s been a great motivation for me.”

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LAUNCHES THE FIRST NUTRITION APP FOR ENDURANCE ATHLETES endur8 has launched a unique nutrition app that alerts endurance athletes exactly when to refuel during training and competition.

Using a science-backed, peer-reviewed formula for carbohydrate intake, endur8 calculates the optimum fuel consumption for an individual using their personal data and endur8’s proprietary algorithm. Tailored to their personal profi le and the demands of their specific sport or course, whether cycling, running or other endurance activities, it then alerts the user when to fuel and by how much.

Aimed at endurance athletes of all standards, from beginner through to elite, the endur8 app not only gives users the tools to fuel correctly but it also stores and applies data for training and event use. It is available on iOS at launch and shortly afterwards on Android.

“Knowing exactly when to take on fuel is crucial to success as an endurance athlete,” commented Daniel Slight, co-founder at endur8. “We created endur8 to boost an athlete’s training and refine their race performance. Performance nutrition is incredibly complex and cannot be left to guesswork, so we designed endur8 to simplify and manage nutrition intake, enabling the athlete to focus solely on their personal performance, safe in the knowledge that endur8 will tell them when it’s time to take on fuel.”

Before a training session or event, the user inputs their profile data, nutritional preferences and chosen discipline – from running, cycling or triathlon – and uploads or designs their training or competition route or course via endur8’s web-based interface. endur8 then uses Google’s mapping software to incorporate factors such as changes in gradient and calculates when they will need to refuel at the optimal times, based on the user’s predicted pace or time to complete their training or event.

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form of visual (on screen), audio (voice command) and vibration alerts. They will shortly be able to receive fueling prompts via the Apple Watch or via their Fitbit or Garmin devices. The app also works alongside other existing training and monitoring apps, meaning it will send push notifications even when running in the background.

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What you put inside your body is just as important as what you make your body do during training.

Users can log workouts, store performance information, and access event-focused and distance-oriented training programs, enabling them to record and monitor changes in performance, times and nutritional variants. endur8 works for endurance athletes at all levels, whether they are an aspiring athlete looking for guidance on when to fuel, an intermediate athlete who needs to take the guesswork out of refueling or an elite athlete needing to draw on the latest in performance nutrition research.

The app’s use of Google Maps, GPS location technology and endur8’s proprietary algorithm enables it to precisely identify the changing demands of training courses and race routes – such as elevations or user behaviors on different roads – and in so doing it adapts the nutritional intake alerts to match the individual and the course.

Specific features – including a dark background for the app and reduced API calls – extends battery life and is suitable for even the longest training session or event. Additional features – to be added shortly – will include access to professional coaches for tips and training insight, and the ability to follow other endur8 athletes who’ve reaped the rewards for their training programs and race planning.

Whilst endur8 works alongside existing apps, it’s been specifically designed to be a very diff erent tool. It serves to instantly inform and assist the user and, as local training routes are ‘drawn,’ built into the system and shared by individuals, it will benefit whole communities of runners and cyclists.

CHICKEN AND QUINOA BURRITOS As you enter the peak of your training season, and with tapering around the corner, getting lean proteins and healthy carbohydrates every day is crucial. This simple burrito has 8 grams of protein per cup, and contains all nine amino acids.

Ingredients 4 burrito-size whole-wheat tortillas, warmed 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken, warmed 1 cup black beans, rinsed and warmed 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice 1 cup grated Monterey Jack 1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs 1/2 cup low-fat Greek yogurt 1 avocado, sliced 1 cup corn salsa Instructions 1. Dividing evenly, top the warmed tortillas with the chicken, beans, quinoa, Monterey Jack, cilantro, yogurt, and avocado.

2. Roll into burritos and serve with the salsa.

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This August, Amy Saltzman will compete in her first triathlon, but she is no stranger to competition. She has completed five marathons, including the 2017 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, and two half-marathons for TEAM PAWS Chicago. Saltzman’s marathon personal best is 4:08.

Originally from Cleveland, Ohio and now living in Ravenswood, Saltzman started running middle school track to stay in shape during the soccer off-season. She quickly discovered a wonderful group of distance runners and experienced the power of that bond. They logged a ton of hard miles together while sticking $1 bills into their shoes to sneak into McDonalds for ice cream cones during recovery runs.

Saltzman had the idea of doing a triathlon for a while, but after speaking to fellow TEAM PAWS triathletes, she was finally convinced. Last year, she was a spectator at the Chicago Triathlon, and the excitement and camaraderie of the event motivated her to register this year.

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PAWS Chicago’s mission through its adoption program, targeted spay and neuter services, free- and low-cost clinics, and community outreach, is to make Chicago a no-kill city.

This model is the foundation of all of PAWS Chicago’s work.

“I first became involved with TEAM PAWS because I have been volunteering regularly with the dogs at their Lincoln Park Adoption Center. I strongly identify with PAWS’ no-kill mission and believe passionately in finding loving homes for these amazing animals,” Saltzman says. “Through volunteering, running for TEAM PAWS and now as a member of the professional board, I have found a community of other like-minded, dedicated fellow animal lovers who I cherish dearly.”

Saltzman’s most difficult challenge of training for her upcoming triathlon has been feeling like a newbie and beginner in the sport.

As a lifelong runner, she had a solid base of knowledge when she ran her first marathon;

learning and adapting to the other two disciplines has been a struggle for her.

“I have been seeking the thrill and satisfaction of accomplishing something momentous for the first time,” Saltzman adds. “I am excited to experience the feeling of success in the face of what is scary and unknown.”

Her goal for this triathlon is to cross the finish line feeling happy and proud.

“I would be lying if I said that I didn’t care at all how long it takes me, but I know I will set a PR that I can strive to beat in the future,” she explains.

“Every mile I run, bike or swim especially when it’s tough, I do for the homeless pups at PAWS!” If you wish to support PAWS CHICAGO mission, please see Saltzman’s fund-raising link: ht t p://my.pawschicago.org/T E A M PAWSAthletesChoice2018/Amy?tab=MyPage By: Mark Buciak

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It’s Tapering Time NOT TO BE TAKEN LIGHTLY

Less running, more recovery. Say what? As you approach marathon race day, everything you have been told for the past four months gets flipped upside down. After months spent building miles, and pushing the body to new training levels, it is now time to back off and begin the “taper.”

When we are in a training phase, the goal is to challenge the body and to push for improvements in specific fitness. Getting better is about stressing the body through training, then giving yourself just enough recovery to allow your body to adapt and make improvements before hitting it hard again. During training phases, it is about all building blocks.

You are stacking one run upon another, progressively getting stronger and stronger. What was hard at the beginning, is now manageable because your body has adapted to previous training loads. Think back to your first few long runs, and how challenging they were.

But now a 12 to 14-mile long run nearly feels like a piece of cake, or soon will! It is because your body has adapted to those initial training loads and you are ready for more.

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Getting better boils down to a simple equation: work + rest = improvement. Training is “work,” and “rest” is the recovery time and methods you employ in between runs. During a training phase, the balance leans towards training. You do as much training as possible without allowing your body to go over the line where injury and excessive fatigue come into play. The harder you can push your body, the more you call upon it to improve its abilities. But there comes a time when you need to change the focus to prep for race day.

We call that the taper phase. At this point in your training, there is no amount of running you can do that will make you fitter; pushing too hard now might actually make you worse on race day.

A well-executed taper will help you be prepared to perform on race day. Primarily, that happens from changing the balance of work and rest.

That change in balance allows your body to take in all of that work you have been putting in, and finally fully adapt to it. It is why your long run can top out at 20 miles, but suddenly a few weeks later you can accomplish 26.2. That is because you ran your 16, 18, and 20-mile long runs on slightly tired legs on the back of a full mileage week. Now that you have finally allowed your body to fully recovery, it adapts to the work you have put in.

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As you begin your taper two to three weeks before your marathon, the first step is to reduce training mileage by approximately 20 to 30 percent of your highest weekly mileage. Typically, in most training plans, this point in mileage would be that with which you achieved in the most recent week. As you reduce mileage, your general training intensity should remain constant. Just because mileage is lower, you should not be speeding up your typical runs. Running faster during the taper will negate the benefits you were seeking from reducing mileage.

Backing off in training sounds great at first.

However, when that the time actually comes, many marathoners struggle with the idea. You have put in a lot of work towards your marathon.

You are accustomed to dedicating much of your time and energy to running, and while it is tiring, it also makes you feel accomplished as you celebrate the incremental steps achieved.

During the taper, you may start to feel restless, feeling like you should be doing more. Your down time does not feel relaxing; it may even make you feel lazy. What you must realize is that it is normal to feel this way and you are doing what your body needs in order perform on race day. Remember the equation, it is not just work. Improvement also requires recovery.

With more time on your hands, you also have more time to think about race day. This can be a dangerous thing if you lose focus. Rather than stressing out about things you cannot control, such as weather, what other runners will be doing, and the course, you can refocus your efforts to fine-tuning your mental game. If you do not yet have a mantra, start thinking of one. What will you tell yourself when the going gets tough.

It will get tough, no matter how well you have trained, so get ready to overcome!

Spend some time reflecting back on your training season. Review your training log, relive some of those hard-fought miles, and dial in on some of the high points achieved during training. Soak in all that you have accomplished and let those memories fuel you this through this time. When you feel restless, grab the foam roller, drink an extra glass of water, ice your shins, or get a massage. After four or five months of training, you have every reason to be confident in yourself.

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Reaching Your Triathlon Goals At some point every Athlete reAches the point when they Ask: “whAt next?” there’s AlwAys A next rung up, A new chAllenge thAt AwAits. triAthlon is unique in thAt eAch new chAllenge is confounded by commitment to three disciplines. how do you know if you’re reAdy to mAke the leAp from sprint distAnce to olympic? or olympic to An ironmAn? locAl elite triAthlete—And previous chicAgo Athlete of the month—lAuren mAtricArdi weighs in on the topics of fitness And skills, trAining loAd, And the importAnce of mentAl outlook when mAking those jumps.

Skills Before Fitness

Perfectionism is a hangup that plagues many an athlete. But, as Matricardi puts it, “you definitely don’t have to be perfect at one distance to be ready for another.” Often times, waiting until you’ve “mastered” a given discipline often means that you’re passing up opportunities to get faster, or more skilled, because you’re not pushing yourself to compete with a group who is going to push you (comfortably) past your limits. If you’ve got “the basics down and can comfortably complete the distance then [you’re] ready to consider a new goal by stepping it up to the next distance.”

Fitness naturally follows skill development— anyone who has heard a seasoned athlete say that they’re ‘racing into shape’ intuitively understands this mentality. The skillset is there, the fitness will eventually follow suit. So if you’ve already conquered a shorter distance, then go ahead and make the leap! One caveat: Form is also in the broader bucket of “skill.” You should absolutely address form limiters before increasing training load, as these limiters will be made worse and can lead to injury.

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sport—yet an Ironman athlete may be doing up to five sessions a week for one discipline alone. So how do you effectively balance disciplines and incorporate this level of frequency in a given week? For many who don’t want to go it alone, it can be useful to enlist the help of a coach or training group.

“Olympic distance training and up typically involves multiple days a week where the athlete is training twice a day, morning and evening,” Matricardi says. Two-a-days during the week typically clock in between 30 minutes to an hour, with weekend ride and run distances increasing fairly dramatically between competition levels. Most triathletes also avoid back-to-back days in the same sport, as this helps with sport specific muscle group development by providing periods of rest before the next session, and helps reduce the risk of overtraining.

As a general rule, if you’re training on your own, you should increase training load incrementally until a base is built and you have some troubleshooting experience for what works and what doesn’t. Outside of physical differences and athletic strong suits and weaknesses, work and stress levels vary greatly from individual to individual. Don’t think that those external factors won’t impact your workouts; play around with scheduling a bit until you find a good

rhythm and determine what makes sense when it comes to setting rest days and scheduling.

State of Mind

The best gear in the world, 100 percent follow through on a training plan, and rigid logistical planning pre-race is a great set-up for success... but if you’re not in a good mental place, then the day is done before it starts. Just as important as your training is the presence of a support system and a reflective outlook on the role of stressors, adaptability, and self-doubt. Matricardi is fairly emphatic on this point: “None of an athlete’s major stumbling blocks are related to any of the three sports. In my experience the three sports are the easiest for athletes to address.”

You’ve already successfully competed in a triathlon, you’re no longer a newbie to the sport, and you’re comfortable across the disciplines. Now you just need to remember that you’re allowed some flexibility in your schedule and (sometimes even) your goals. And remember, you’re part of a community! Tap into your support systems!

“I’ve seen athletes rise and fall because of their support system or lack thereof,” Matricardi adds. Talk to your family, teammate, co-worker, or coach about where you’re at—oftentimes an objective perspective is all you need for a reboot.

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Youth triathlons offer all the ingredients for a fun, memorable experience. Young triathletes love the sport’s variety and constant change. After crossing the finish line, kids understand that it is a true accomplishment and they feel the pride from completing the challenge. The Chicago Kids Tri is a wonderful way to experience triathlon for the first time. Parents play a big role in determining whether the day will be fun or frustrating. Here are some tips for first-time triathlon parents.

Readiness

Before you sign you kids up for a triathlon, be sure that they are ready. Kids should be confident swimmers – skillful enough to complete the swim course in a lake without feeling terrified. At the Chicago Kids Tri, kids ages 7-10 will swim 100 meters and kids ages 11-14 will swim 200 meters (parallel to the shore) in Lake Michigan. Practice swimming in the weeks leading up to the race and make sure that a couple of those practices are in a lake.

Kids are ready to bike in a triathlon when they can safely ride their bikes on a trail and/or road amongst other riders. Make sure that they have a helmet in good condition that is certified for biking and fits them well. Check their bike for loose bolts, flat tires and effective brakes before sending them to race. A tune-up from a bike shop can help make sure that their bike works on race day. Chicago Kids Tri bike distances are 3.5 km or 7 km depending on age.

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Your family will be up very early to get to the race venue in time to park, pick up packets and set up the transition area. Eating any sort of pre-race breakfast can be a challenge for a sleepy, excited triathlete. Don’t worry if your kid doesn’t eat much before the race – they will still make it to the finish line. For those that do eat, stick with familiar foods that are easy to digest – along with some water. After the race, make sure that they do eat and drink. Post-race foods and familiar snacks like fruit and sandwiches can help a triathlete feel re-energized after their effort. If it is hot, make sure that they are drinking plenty.

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OFFICIAL PROGRAM

August 25-26, 2018 ChicagoTriathlon.com #ChiTri

OFFICIAL PROGRAM

Welcome to the Chicago Triathlon!

36 Years and Still Innovating.

Since its inception in 1983, the Chicago Triathlon has grown into a long-standing summer tradition.

The first race hosted only 760 participants who took over the city to navigate an incredible labyrinth of active waterways, highways and public thoroughfares. This August, nearly 10,000 athletes will do the same. Then or now, triathletes flock to Chicago at the end of August for the same reason - to achieve greatness in the most memorable of ways.

The original event was an immediate hit, later recognized as the “World’s Largest Triathlon” in 2007. While interest in the sport may have softened over the past five years, demand for the Chicago Triathlon has continued to grow by 25% during the same span. That reason is twofold.

First, and the most-obvious, is the city. The iconic Chicago skyline, coupled with a course that winds up, down and underneath the city center creates an unparalleled urban multisport experience. Unless you’re competing on race day, there is no other way to experience the same course. Ever.

The second reason lies in the team tasked with converting this metropolis into the sport’s most iconic racing venue. You will neither find a bigger passion for triathlon, nor a larger drive for excellence than the team assembling this August.

Together with 2,000+ volunteers, the collective team thrives on challenge, and dreams of ways to better the athlete experience year over year. As they bring those innovations to life, 2018 is no exception: •

For the first time since 2014, we’re making a big bike course adjustment. The 2018 event will now feature a 100% traffic-free Bike Course, utilizing all southbound lanes of Lake Shore Drive.

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Last month’s inaugural Life Time Tri Series Championship event in NYC was a massive hit, and it’s expanding for 2019.

Qualification has expanded to the top five finishers within all Competitive divisions.

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Taking a page from the Live Grit First-Timers’ Program success, all registrants now have the ability to select from other non-competitive start options, including a new Friends & Family wave. More than 1,000 athletes have opted to join the sport in this way.

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Finally, to strengthen our focus on education within the sport, this year Life Time debuted a new Rules Officiating Program – designed to help athletes navigate the race day rules and better educate all athletes for future events they partake in. Check out the new Rules Video.

On behalf of this incredible city, our dedicated team and more than 250,000 individuals who already earned the title of “Triathlete” in Chicago, we welcome you to the world’s greatest multisport weekend.

We look forward to greeting you at the Finish Line.

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Yasamin Sabeti | Athlete Services Manager Maxwell Kuzara | Championship Manager Carli Smolen | Expo Manager Sean Sweeney | Sponsorship Activation Linsey Wheeler | Sponsorship Activation Scott “Hootie” Hutmacher | Life Time Tri Brand Manager

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Notable components of this year’s Chicago Triathlon

Continued Growth

Chicago Triathlon participation continues to climb. This year’s event is on track to sell-out faster than last year, led especially by growth from first-time participants (who now represent 30% of the total field).

New Bike Course!

The 2018 event will now feature a 100% traffic-free Bike Course.

The 15-mile stretch along Lake Shore Drive portion will occupy all southbound traffic lanes. Athletes will continue to ride on their left (pass on right) during this portion, completing a clockwise loop between Randolph and Hollywood. International distance bikers will revert to traditional ride-right, pass-left rules once entering Lower Wacker Drive. See course map for new on/off ramp access.

2019 Championship Qualification

This year, the top five finishers from all Competitive divisions will earn guaranteed entry into the 2019 Life Time Tri Championship event, to be held in New York City on July 21. The first 50 qualifiers to register on-site for the 2019 Championship will earn complimentary bike shipping to/from New York City.

Recreational Race Options

The Chicago Triathlon is now allowing the public to select from a variety of non-competitive start groups, from First-Timers to Friends & Family waves. More than 1,000 participants opted-into these less-intimidating groups. These “recreational” waves also have higher thresholds for legal wetsuit temperatures.

New Race Rules

This year, Life Time Tri debuted a new Officiating Program with updated race rules designed to better educate all athletes, while moving to be in line with the global standards of triathlon.

Experienced triathletes will notice a variety of changes, including a new Penalty card and tent process. All athletes will watch a 7-minute rules video during the Athlete Briefings. View it at lifetimetri.com.

Athlete Briefings

Prior to picking-up their packets, all Sunday participants must attend a 30-minute Athlete Briefing at the Expo. These sessions are now on a first-come, first-served, starting every 30 minutes (no advance RSVP required).

Athlinks Race App

Gives you easy access to maps, schedules, event communications and live athlete update tracking.

Download on Google Play or iOS, then select “Chicago Triathlon” from the event listing.

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Race Weekend Events Chicago Triathlon Multisport and Fitness Expo Friday, Aug. 24 and Saturday, Aug. 25 Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan

The Multisport & Fitness Expo, one of the best in the industry, is the site of packet pickup and course talks for the Chicago Triathlon, SuperSprint and Life Time Kids Tri races. All Sunday participants (including all relay members) are required to attend. More than 100 exhibitors offer the latest and finest in swimming, cycling, running gear and more. The event is free and open to the public.

Life Time Kids Tri Chicago presented by

Benefitting SAVE THE CHILDREN Saturday, Aug. 25 Foster Beach, 7:00 a.m.

The 27th annual kids race is one the largest events of its kind in the U.S., featuring 1,000 aspiring triathletes. The Life Time Kids Tri Chicago is the perfect launching pad for youth, ages 7-14, to break into the sport. Both indivudal and relay options are available.

Chicago Triathlon Supersprint Saturday, Aug. 25 Foster Beach, 10:00 a.m.

A beginner’s triathlon for anyone 15 years and older, it includes a 375-meter swim, 10K bike and 2.5K run. This year’s race again includes the famous, and sold out, Divvy Wave, integrating 100 of Chicago’s famous blue commuter bikes. Both individual and relay options are available.

CHICAGO TRIATHLON Sunday, Aug. 26 Monroe Harbor, 6:00 a.m.

The main event. The Sprint and International distance races take place in and around Grant Park, with the swim starting at Monroe Harbor and a finishing at Columbus Drive and Balbo Drive. The Post Race party is guaranteed to be packed between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Both individual and relay options are available.

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Upcoming Life Time Tri Events Life Time Tri Tempe

Tempe, AZ September 16, 2018

Escape to Miami Triathlon

Miami, FL September 30, 2018

South Beach Triathlon

Miami Beach, FL April 14, 2019

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Life Time Tri Championship

The new Life Time Tri Championship concept has proven its worth. The inaugural event was held July 1 in New York City, distributing more than $60,000 in cash and prizes to 225 incredible amateur participants from across the nation.

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2018 Championship

the 2018 overall Champions each took home $1,500 and received complimentary access to the full 2018/2019 series calendar.

• Female: gaby bunton, st paul, minnesota: 2:12:26 • Male: marcelo moreira, são paulo, brazil: 1:58:15 last month’s Championship event featured 30 Chicagoland competitors, with John Cooper (Chicago, 2:09:43) and sarah Crewe (2:33:33) placing as the fastest Chicago representatives.

2019 Championship

it’s back, and it’s getting bigger. the second annual life time tri Championship event will be held on sunday, July 21, 2019 within the 2Xu New york City triathlon. the Championship event links the entire life time tri series by rewarding the best age group athletes with a Vip race experience in one of the most sought after endurance events in the country. the Championship format also includes the life time paratri Championship, featuring more than $5,000 in cash - the nation’s only cash purse.

Championship Perks

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$60K prize purse, including more than $20K in cash roundtrip bike shipping via tribike transport (first 50 registrants) early wave start and special t-blOCK transition racks two race day Vip tickets priority access to 2018 host hotel block Special VIP weekend kick-off event lots of goodies, including a custom Voler jacket

How to Qualify

Place in the Top 5 Athletes earning a 1st through 5th place finish in any competitive, international distance division within the life time tri series qualifying season (list below) will earn guaranteed entry.

Race Multiple Regions Any participant who crosses a life time tri Finish line, placing in the top half of their competitive international division, in at least two separate regions during the qualifying season will earn guaranteed entry.

More Details

Qualifiers can immediately register (on-site) for the 2019 Championship event during the Awards Ceremony. those who do not register on-site (at their respective Awards Ceremony) will be able to register online via private email link, distributed after the event. Full payment will be required to confirm entry. All 2018 qualifiers must register by October 26, 2018 (excluding 2019 south beach and Captex). Full Championship details are listed here: http://www.nyctri.com/raceinfo/championship/

2019 Qualifying Season

Chicago is the third qualifying event in the 2018/2019 life time tri series schedule. the new format 2019 life time tri Championship qualifying race season includes: July 1, 2018 2XU New York City Triathlon New York, NY July 14, 2018 CHERRiSH Life Time Tri Minneapolis Minneapolis, MN August 26, 2018 Chicago Triathlon Chicago, IL september 16, 2018 Life Time Tri Tempe Tempe, AZ september 30, 2018 Escape to Miami Triathlon Miami, FL April 14, 2019 South Beach Triathlon Miami Beach, FL mAy 27, 2019 Life Time Tri CapTex Austin, TX July 21, 2019 Life Time Tri Championship New York, NY

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Race Day Spectating

The Chicago Triathlon is the world’s largest multisport event. Just as all athletes should properly prepare for the enormity of race day, so should spectators. It’s not uncommon for many show-up to the lakefront without a plan, quickly growing frustrated and overwhelmed.

TIPS FOR THE BEST VIEWING:

• Know exactly what time your athlete starts the swim, and set a meeting point and time to say your goodbyes!

• Learn your athlete’s estimated time to reach specific parts of the course, especially at spectator-friendly spots.

• Plan your logistics, both into Grant Park and throughout the race venue. Public transit, parking garages, cabs and/or Divvy bikes are all great options – assuming you know which roads remain open to the public. Don’t forget about the free Chicago Trolleys that circle Grant Park.

• Know what your athlete will be wearing, to easily spot them.

• Download the Athlinks App to stay in-the-know.

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• Bring a snack, money, sunscreen and wear comfy shoes!

• Remember that the triathlon is an individual sport. Unlike the marathon, where handing-off a jacket is common, triathletes can be penalized for outside assistance.

Where to Watch

Chicago Triathlon happens to be one of the most spectator-friendly races, beginning with the unique swim course is set in Monroe Harbor.

Unique competitions

While the Chicago Triathlon may be the world’s largest, what makes it special is the amount of boutique programs and special competitions.

Popular programs include:

SWIM

The Swim Course spans the entire lakefront path. Families can kiss each other goodbye as athletes jump in the water, then be no further than 25 yards from them through the duration.

Wave

The sold out program integrates 100 Divvy bikes to Saturday’s SuperSprint race. Although the program was built for new athletes looking to dabble in the sport, nearly half of this year’s participants are speedy veterans looking to test their own mettle.

triple challenge

175 participants will compete in the unique 59 mile Triple Challenge, which sold out in record time. Participants will race all three distances throughout the weekend, starting with Saturday’s SuperSprint race.

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Sprint athletes can easily be spotted at the Bike In/Out area at the Randolph Circle Drive, and on the North Avenue pedestrian bridge. For International athletes, the best vantage point is atop the 11th Street Pedestrian bridge, overlooking the McCormick Place Busway. Athletes will fly underneath twice, within 5-10 minutes, before venturing on the lakefront Run Course.

First-timers’ Program

In its fourth year, the Live Grit First-Timers’ Program has grown and sold-out at 450 participants.

Friends & Family Wave

Taking a page from the Live Grit First-Timers’ Program success, registrants now have the ability to select from other non-competitive start options, including a new Friends & Family wave (sold out).

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The best spot to view runners is in the Museum Campus, specifically in back of the Field Museum. This is a great spot to photograph your athletes, capturing both the skyline and converging groups of runners in the background. This area is referred to as the “spaghetti bowl.” And an easy walk back to the Finish Line, on Columbus.

The revamped First-Responders’ Competition continues to grow each year. The 100 Club is hosts 250 active or retired responders while generating $25,000 for the 100 Club of Chicago.

Visit www.ChicagoTriathlon.com to find out more info. about these unique competitions.

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2018 Rules Summary

Experienced triathletes will notice a variety of changes to the Life Time Tri Officiating Program in 2018. While safety and fairness remain paramount, portions of the Officiating Program were redesigned to better educate the entire field of athletes while also applying better global standards across the sport. A highlight of these rules is noted below, with a full rules set and descriptions identified under separate cover. Athletes are highly encouraged to review these in detail to ensure a successful race experience.

On-site Presence

A full team of Race Officials will be on-site and integrated with athletes throughout the entire weekend - from Packet Pick-Up to Transition and through the Awards Ceremony.

Wetsuit Temperatures

Legal wetsuit temperatures are now relative to one of two athlete “divisions,” originally selected during registration. ”Recreational” division participants may wear wetsuits in waters up to and including 83.9°F. “Competitive” athletes (those competing for awards) are able to wear wetsuits in waters up to and including 78.0°F, in line with global standards. If approaching weekend water temperatures are of concern, athletes may elect to change divisions at Packet Pick-Up. Full details are listed on page IV of the Rules Book.

Draft Zone

Moving toward the global short course standard, Life Time Tri will move to a 9m draft zone. Athletes must keep four (4) bike lengths of space between them, or complete their pass in 20 seconds, to avoid a “drafting” penalty.

Penalty Card

When a penalty is being issued (and when deemed safe along the course), the Official will call out the athlete’s race number and present this black and white penalty card.

Penalty Tent

Athletes receiving a penalty will be directed to a Penalty Tent, located on the Run Course. Athletes must check-in here to serve their 3-minute time penalty.

Penalty Tent

• Be a good sportsman. Always.

• Don’t endanger anyone, including yourself.

• Cell phones, headphones and cameras are not allowed during the race.

• Participants may not receive assistance, in anyway, from anyone other than active racers, volunteers or official Race Staff.

• Keep it clean. Please don’t litter.

• Flotation devices are not allowed in the swim.

• Wear a helmet -- before, during and after the race.

• Walk your bike to the Mount Line, and be sure you are completely off your bike before the Dismount Line.

• Always ride on the right and pass on the left (with exception to a portion of the Chicago Triathlon course).

• Bib numbers are mandatory on the Run Course.

• Only registered athletes may cross the Finish Line.

• Penalties will warrant 3-minutes in the Penalty Tent.

QUESTIONS? Contact Rosalyn Popham, Life Time Tri Head Official at rpopham@lt.life or Athlete Services: events@lt.life

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After months of trAining, you did it: you crossed the finish line of your first triathlon. Congratulations! Maybe you went into the race hoping to cross an item off your bucket list or to try a new challenge, but along the way you came to enjoy the sport more than you expected. If the triathlon bug bit you this summer, you can use your newfound passion to carry you farther, faster or into another race next year.

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PREPARING TO GO LONG

If you finished your first triathlon wanting more, you might consider long course racing. Thinking over what went well and what you could improve from your first race can help guide you in choosing what to do next.

“If an athlete wants to go longer, the first thing to do is to pick a good race that fits their schedule, needs and strengths,” Jennifer Harrison, a Chicago-area triathlon coach, says. “I think sometimes athletes do a disservice to themselves by just signing up for what their friends are doing. It needs to be fun, but figure out your strengths and talk to someone experienced in racing who’s been around and knows all the courses.”

Knowing your strengths and weaknesses as a triathlete can help guide your race decision in multiple ways. While you can pick a course you know will set you up for success, you can also pick a race that will challenge you. Choosing a race that plays to your weaknesses rather than your strengths can motivate you to train through conditions you may normally try to avoid.

“What type of race really gets you going, either out of utter fear or utter excitement? Sometimes those are the same thing,” Nic Ruley, a triathlon coach with Well-Fit Performance, says. “I hate cold water and wind, so I needed to find a race with those things to get me out on those days I didn’t want to get out of bed.”

If you’ve decided to go long, you may want to start bringing others into your training. Joining a group or connecting with a coach can help you step up your preparation by holding you accountable to your workouts and providing valuable insight from those who have done long races before.

“My advice would be to join a group to get expert coaching advice, and/or to get a coach,” Daphne Glover, a triathlon coach with Chicago Endurance Sports, says. “There’s a lot more to learn and understand when you switch over from sprint or Olympic into half and full Ironman distance, and I think [having coaching through a group or individual] would be the greatest benefit.”

PREPARING TO PR

For triathletes happy sticking to the course distance they already know but interested in improving their performance, attempting to set a personal record at the distance can inject new life into your training. You don’t need to completely overhaul your general approach to training to PR, but changing the specifics of your training can yield great rewards.

“Change. The. Stimuli,” Harrison says. “Add volume, add intensity, add the hills, add the longer runs, add the longer bikes. Stress the body in different ways than it was stressed before. Change the challenge and let the body adjust to the challenge. When the body adapts, add a different challenge.”

When you increase your training volume or intensity, you will want to make sure you do so appropriately to avoid finding yourself sidelined by an injury or burnout.

“I think training load is critical,” Sharone Aharon, founder of Well-Fit Performance, says. “You have to look at that element and see how that affects your training. There is an element of training too hard. Some people get too excited and train nonstop and the absorption level is not really there. They might be training hard, but they’re so tired that they’re just getting themselves more and more fatigued and the body can no longer absorb the training.

The other element would be people that didn’t train that much so they need to upgrade their training.”

PREPARING FOR NEXT YEAR

Triathlon season wraps up in the Chicago area during September, but your swimming, biking and running doesn’t have to take a hiatus until next summer.

“I always say the best training season is in the winter, because in the winter you are not interrupted with races,” Aharon says. “The biggest gain of fitness will happen in the winter.”

To guide your winter training, reflect on what went well during your race and what could have gone better. Taking time to analyze where you could improve your performance can help you reap the most benefits from offseason training. If the swim gave you trouble, for example, spending time in the pool to develop yourself as a swimmer may give you a leg up when it comes time to get back in open water.

“Walking away from that first season is a good opportunity to develop comfort in the water and most importantly, work on technique,” Glover says. “When we get started in the season, athletes tend to put technique work to the side and just focus on workouts and distance. In the offseason, that’s a good time to work on those things, because they’re not so focused on having to achieve a certain distance in the water.”

To really take your swimming to the next level, Ruley recommends joining a Master’s swim team.

“I was a back-of-the-pack swimmer before I joined my Master’s team,” Ruley says. “Throwing all of that embarrassment and caution to the wind, jumping in the slowest lane of a local Master’s team, building on that camaraderie and pushing to chase somebody in the pool: not only will that maintain your level of swim fitness, but it will blow your current level of swim fitness out of the water.”

If you want to improve your bike, spending time on an indoor trainer can help you log some time in the saddle when the weather keeps you off the roads. Triathletes looking to step up their running game, meanwhile, can use the winter to focus on form and train for a race early in the year, like a January or February races in the South or an April race downstate.

“We do a Miami Half Marathon program for triathletes for the reason of increasing their running fitness and working on their biomechanics,” Aharon says. “In running, it’s very important to develop that element.”

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GEAR UP

Now that you want to invest more time in triathlon, you may want to invest more in your gear as well. Gillian Fealy of Live Grit and Chris Vassiliades of Element Multisport have some recommendations:

THE WETSUIT “A lot of first timers will rent wetsuits to see if they like the sport, but if they catch the bug, get a wetsuit so you can train with it.”

— Gillian Fealy

THE BIKE Fitted to you with clipless pedals: “Definitely the number one way to get faster is to have clipless pedals.

Getting a bike fit for you will make a huge difference in performance, comfort, and injury prevention.”

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THE POWER METER

THE TRIATHLON-ENABLED GPS WATCH

“If you’re taking it to another level, most coaches are asking athletes to get a power meter, whether it’s a SRAM Quarq that’s crank-based or a Garmin [pedal-based Vector], which are a great way to get a power meter without having to have a lot of technical knowledge.”

“It’s going to give you all of your data, including power if you decide to do a power meter, throughout the swim, bike and run portion of the event.”

— Chris Vassiliades

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The significance of running half marathons must not be underestimated, regardless of your skill levels.

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If you are training for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, or any fall marathon, you should certainly consider running a half marathon between now and then—preferably in late August or early September. Although a half marathon is not a necessity, nor a predictor for marathon performance, it can serve a variety of purposes.

First, it should be perceived as either a solid effort to attain your marathon pace goal, or as an opportunity to run faster than you intend to run in October, mainly so that the marathon feels easier, according to Dan Walters, co-owner and head coach at DWRunning.

Lauren Kersjes, a 2:44 marathoner and Olympic trial qualifier, fully agrees with this objective, adding that a half marathon gives runners “a feel for what it’s like to race a slightly longer distance.” This is especially true for first-time marathoners, who Denise Sauriol, owner of Run for Change, advises to “run,” rather than “race,” the half marathon so that they save their legs.

“They can even add a one- to three-minute walk break after each mile so that they’re able to get the 13.1 distance in without ‘spending’ their legs like they would if they had ‘raced’ the half,” Sauriol suggests.

In addition to attaining your marathon pace goal, running faster than you intend and acquiring a “feel” for your upcoming marathon, a half marathon can also provide you some replication that simply can’t be duplicated in training, thereby allowing you to change any aspects of your half marathon preparation you weren’t overly positive about.

For instance, according to Alyssa Schneider, a 2:42 marathoner and Olympic trial qualifier, you can practice pre-race routines like packing your bag, eating the day before the race and eating the morning

of the race. Not to mention, you can also learn how to manage your pre-race nerves, hydrate properly, improve your logistics to the race (transit, parking, etc.) and hone in your in-race execution—by pacing yourself, managing crowds and fueling throughout the race.

ACHIEVE OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE THROUGH YOUR DIET

The bottom line is this: regular training will certainly help you achieve your marathon goals, whether you are a beginner, a runner with some marathon experience or an expert. But nothing compares to in-race experience.

After all, there are so many factors you must bear in mind for marathons—unpredictable weather conditions, corral starts, bathroom and hydration station locations, and gear preparation. Two factors stand out above all others though: fuel and hydration. Simply put, without them, you will not achieve your goals on race day. And, just as importantly, without half marathon experience, you won’t know if your diet is sufficient enough for optimal performance at the Chicago Marathon.

“Unlike a 5K or 10K, the distance of a half marathon is long enough that runners can experiment with fluid and food intake before and during the race, which is especially invaluable for new runners,” says Brendan Cournane, owner and head coach at Coach Brendan Running.

“For an experienced runner, a half marathon can reveal what works and what doesn’t work as they prepare for their full marathon.”

He adds, “Fueling during a race takes practice, and practice during a race is different than practicing on a training run.”

Prior to running a half marathon—let alone a full marathon—runners should practice with various forms of nutrition so that they know what is best for their bodies, according to Kersjes. By the time the half marathon (and, in turn, marathon) arrives, runners will be fully prepared to nourish their bodies adequately with the brands and nutrients that improve their fitness and vitality.

“I don’t recommend trying anything new on race day. Use your workout and pre-marathon races to figure out which foods work for you,” Schneider explains. “If they worked for you for the half, it’s a safe bet that they’ll work for the full as well.”

To avoid cramping—a direct result of your body taking energy from your muscle—Matt Marol, a runner who recently finished 19th at the Boston Marathon, and Joel Feinberg, the former owner of Universal Sole, recommend that you acquire extra calories from gels, energy chews and beans, each of which should be eaten during your half marathon so you can determine which flavors you prefer the most before you compete in October.

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A HALF FIRST adds Nick Hurley, manager of Dick Pond Athletics Hoffman. “The worst thing you can do is show up to the starting line holding a gel you’ve never tried or not having a plan for taking in fluids.”

Cournane also believes runners (particularly beginners) should learn how to consume fluids at aid stations so that they’re well-versed in grabbing water cups and drinking on the run—each of which can be practiced at half marathons.

“There’s that old adage—‘Nothing new on race day’! Practice, practice, practice, so that you’ll avoid surprises with your fluid intake and nutrition during the marathon,” he emphasizes.

BREAKFAST MATTERS—TO A DEGREE

On the morning of a marathon (as well as the morning of a half marathon), your fueling and hydration needs will vary considerably depending on your speed. For instance, according to Walters, if you’re a faster athlete who can run a half marathon in an hour and 10 minutes and a marathon in two hours and 30 minutes, the difference in your times isn’t too considerable, so you may only need a light to moderate snack before you run either race.

However, if you finish a half marathon in two hours and a marathon in four hours and 30 minutes, you’ll need many more pre-race calories before your marathon than you’d partake before the half marathon.

“There are also individual needs, as some athletes get major intestinal distress before a race,” Walters states. “It’s best for each athlete to experiment in training and find what works best for them.”

Cournane believes that runners with well-balanced diets—again, throughout their training periods—won’t need to overload their food and fluid intakes the night before a half marathon or full marathon, as well as the morning of either race. In fact, overeating or overdrinking can actually be a detriment to your race performances.

Rather, do what Kersjes and Kevin Havel, a 2:20 marathoner and Olympic trial qualifier, do: eat the same amount of food before a full marathon as you ate before a half marathon. After all, you’ll be consuming more nutrition throughout the full marathon anyways, so more fuel isn’t necessary during the morning.

“I would keep breakfast the same for either race as well,” agrees Michael Lucchesi, head coach and owner of Second City Track Club. “If you train properly, you should be burning around 50 percent carbs and 50 percent fat during a longer aerobic race. So you don’t need as much fuel as you may think.”

ACE YOUR PACE

With regards to pacing, the impact of half marathons (and, ultimately, marathons) is entirely individualistic as well. In fact, Marol advises you to already have a goal in mind for your marathon time before you even run your half marathon.

“Every runner is different, so there is no exact science around how fast you need to run a half to run a certain full time,” he says. “It’s more important how you run the race. Practice getting into a rhythm early and try to run the second half faster than you ran the first.”

Regardless of the individualism that pertains to pacing, a half marathon is still a great opportunity for you to practice your marathon pace, as Walters believes it ensures you’re more aware of how your paces (particularly the ones near your intended marathon pace) actually feel in a race setting.

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“If your race pace is reasonable for the training you’re doing, you’ll have more confidence before the full marathon that you can hold a pace for a longer distance,” Schneider states. “I also remind myself that it won’t feel easy, but that’s why I need to have a chance to practice it.”

Havel, however, stresses that a half marathon is roughly 10 percent faster than a full marathon, an aspect of the half that you must bear in mind, especially since your adrenaline will be higher than it usually is on regular training days.

“This will lead to an increase in pace and will show that most people can indeed run and sustain their planned marathon pace,” Feinberg adds. “The key, though, is to remember the marathon will have another half and it can really be a tale of two halves, so plan your pacing accordingly and stick to your pace from your overall marathon training.”

“Even though the distance of a half marathon is shorter, make sure you learn from the approach and discover what type of runner you are.”

— Brendan Cournane As you seek to achieve your ideal pace during a half marathon, consider implementing a wide range of strategies—running even splits throughout the half marathon, running a negative split or running as fast as you can from the start—so that you not only learn more about yourself as a runner, but also discover what you need (and don’t need) to do to achieve your full marathon goals.

“Even though the distance of a half marathon is shorter, make sure you learn from the approach and discover what type of runner you are,” Cournane says.

“This will be invaluable as you prepare for your upcoming race day.”

And, as you participate in a half marathon and focus on your strengths and weaknesses (and the ways in which they can be improved for the full), ensure you’re able to recover properly. You don’t want to overexert yourself to the point in which you aren’t able to run the marathon to the best of your abilities—or, worse yet, have to withdraw from the race.

“Set realistic goals when you have a particular pace you want to achieve,” says Lori McGee Koch, head running coach at Chicago Endurance Sports.

“You want to be able to recover quickly after the half so you can resume your marathon training without interrupting it with several recovery days.”

Recovery is still vital though. In fact, Tom McGlynn, founder and CEO of runcoach, advises you to not run for three consecutive days after a half marathon, followed by another four to six days in which your mileage is drastically reduced.

“Remember that a half marathon is normally run in a state of glycogen depletion and muscular degradation from overload,” he stresses. “This recovery period will help spring board you into the final stage of your marathon training.”

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By Holly Petrovich

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Saturday marked the 10th anniversary of the Wisconsin Marathon in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Although temperatures were warmer than in previous years, nearly 2,000 runners celebrated the race along Lake Michigan by running either the full marathon, half marathon or 5k, with beer, brats and cheese at the end serving as motivation.

Over 1,300 people gathered in Schaumburg to run the Chicagoland Spring Marathon/Half Marathon organized by All Community Events early Sunday morning.

SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2018 | KENOSHA, WI

SUNDAY, MAY 20 | SCHAUMBURG, IL

The race course was mainly flat and we ran both on streets and on a paved trail in the Busse Woods Forest Preserve. There were 14 aid stations on the marathon course, and six for the half, and were neatly organized by volunteers. For full marathoners, three gel (GU) station were available as well.

Running along the lakefront was beautiful; at that time, the weather was perfect, with sunshine and a slight breeze. I have sympathy for those in the half and full marathons, though, because by 10 a.m., the temperature was close to 80.

Overall, the Wisconsin Marathon is a great spring race that is convenient for both Wisconsin and Illinois runners to attend. It has a laid-back environment, and although Midwest spring weather is always unpredictable, a good time is guaranteed.

Male Marathon Results 1. Blake Whalen 22 2. John Liddell 27 3. Brian Falcone 39 4. Maksym Chepeliev 28 5. Ryan Hughett 33 6. Nathan Schachtschneider 37 7. Mike Beix 43 8. Taylor Henning 38 9. Antonio Gonzalez 46 10. Brian LeMahieu 49

Fort Dodge, IA 2:38:26 Wauwatosa, WI 2:44:02 Pleasant Prairie, WI 2:44:47 Lafayette, IN 2:53:17 Kenosha, WI 3:01:05 Milwaukee, WI 3:03:18 Caledonia, WI 3:07:57 Minneapolis, MN 3:10:06 Streamwood, IL 3:10:55 Sheboygan, WI 3:12:49

Female Half Marathon Results 1. Lisa Johnson 37 Racine, WI 2. Andrea Berke 29 Oconomowoc, WI 3. Janelle Silva 38 Park Ridge, IL 4. Kelly Breen 22 Inverness, IL 5. Kristine Griffin 38 Zion, IL 6. Katie Kadunc 33 Delafield, WI 7. Annabelle Winters 36 Chicago, IL 8. Julissa Gomez Aguilar 33 Kenosha, WI 9. Erin Clark 29 Kalamazoo, MI 10. Tara Smallidge 38 Portsmouth, RI

2:59:26 3:02:32 3:07:05 3:11:13 3:19:08 3:19:22 3:21:11 3:22:06 3:22:09 3:26:26

Male 5k Results 1. Chris Wrightson 2. Colin Yeh 3. David Greenawalt 4. Geoff Sobey 5. Josh Frazer 6. Steve Hilliard 7. Gabriel Risinger 8. Paulus Jeff 9. Christian Carr 10. Kevin Conlin

Male Half Marathon Results 1. Robert Meilbeck 25 Cedarburg, WI 1:20:11 2. Matthew Jabronski 40 Highland Park, IL 1:20:32 3. Liam Cotter 52 Cork, Ireland 1:22:17 4. Lawrence Walsh 32 Waukesha, WI 1:22:20 5. Ryan Hlinak 36 Lake Villa, IL 1:24:22 6. Brett Heimstead 34 Kenosha, WI 1:25:06 7. Mike Nelson 37 Milwaukee, WI 1:25:55 8. Wes Arnold 28 Madison, WI 1:26:20 9. James Thierfelder 47 Racine, WI 1:26:29 10. David Yonamine 20 Algonquin, IL 1:26:30

Female 5k Results 1. Anna Toth 2. Erin Benoit 3. Brittany Frederick 4. Rebekah Hanley 5. Holly Petrovich 6. Michelle Blecha 7. Jennifer Anderson 8. Cindy Hilliard 9. Emily Sheely 10. Katie Chada

Female Marathon Results 1. Erica Van Heerden 36 Chicago, IL 2. Marie Peterson 29 Hartland, WI 3. Annyck Besso 28 Washington, DC 4. Caroline Mosley 28 Washington, DC 5. Julie Dickerson 29 Washington, DC 6. Amber Finlay 29 Germantown, MD 7. Larissa Arellano 42 Pleasant Prairie, WI 8. Kris Bachman 36 Pewaukee, WI 9. Abigale Bleil 22 Madison, WI 10. Liz Lauzon 30 Reston, VA

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21:16 21:34 Menomonee Falls, WI 21:40 Arlington Heights, IL 22:42 Janesville 22:50 Kenosha, WI 25:04 Menomonee Falls, WI 25:22 Burlington, WI 25:24 Kenosha, WI 25:29 Kenosha, WI 26:00

Orefield, PA Niles, IL Aurora, IL Skokie, IL

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This race is perfect for runners whose families may be available to come and spectate the race.

My husband was on the course as a spectator. He had an easy in-and-out parking spot at numerous areas in the forest preserve and was able to cheer at six different spots.

Male Marathon Results 1. Adam Bruno 23 2. Jeffrey Jeltema 22 3. Micah Mohler 35 4. Aaron Ford 32 5. Greg Chaganos 36 6. Javier Izquierdo-Ferrer 35 7. Joseph Russo 26 8. Mischa Rihm 46 9. Ben Hoscheit 22 10. Andrew Browning 36

Oxford Orange City Sammamish Naperville Chicago Chicago Elgin Chicago Cary Cedar Park

2:45:51.7 2:46:04.8 2:47:27.6 2:55:10.2 2:56:11.7 2:57:25.0 3:00:12.5 3:01:30.3 3:03:00.3 3:04:11.4

Female Marathon Results 1. Sylvanna Toledo 36 Guatemala 2. Tara Molson 23 Chicago 3. Holly Hawkins 27 Murfreesboro 4. Rebecca Greenberg 28 Chicago 5. Brooke Williams 42 Dunlap 6. Alison Kotch 37 Brooklyn 7. Malvina Krol 37 Barrington 8. Amaris Martinez 23 Palo Alto 9. Lauren Ophaug 33 Chicago 10. Nicole Farr 30 Glen Ellyn

3:04:06.4 3:06:54.8 3:11:16.5 3:17:23.4 3:17:35.1 3:17:55.3 3:20:12.8 3:25:19.1 3:25:53.1 3:26:09.3

Male Half Marathon Results 1. Alexander Tyner 24 Evanston 2. Tristan Jung 21 Evanston 3. Sverre Rosen 43 Wheaton 4. Mark Vear 25 Glenview 5. Antonio Gonzalez 46 Streamwood 6. Jeff King 31 Crystal Lake 7. Reinaldo Larotta 28 Chicago 8. Steve Szabo 39 Lake Zurich 9. Michael Osten 47 Schaumburg 10. Kevin Hejtmanek 30 Chicago

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Chicagoland Spring Marathon and Half Marathon

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SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2018 | BATAVIA, IL

By Erika Ostrander

Batavia is 40 miles southwest from Chicago in Dupage county. This was the 15th anniversary for the Batavia Triathlon and Duathlon and late Saturday we received an email from race director, Joe LoPresto stating that due to the storms, the re-paving of Main Street was not completed and announced an alternative bike course cutting the distance from a 14.7 miles to 5.23 miles. I know a lot of people were disappointed.

Heavy rain and gusty winds continued on Sunday morning. There was a delayed start, but by 7:40 a.m., the race finally got started.

Male Triathlon Results 1. Kyle Kayzar 2. Cameron Coffey 3. Eric Ott 4. Brian Dickhut 5. Nate McNamara 6. Robbie Frankel 7. Brad Yelton 8. Timothy LaBud 9. Barrett Nichting 10. Nate Fillers

Aurora, IL

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Buffalo Grove, IL 0:50:10

Geneva, IL Aurora, IL Plainfield, IL Winfield, IL Chicago, IL Westmont, IL Geneva, IL Warrenville, IL

0:51:59 0:52:36 0:52:42 0:52:56 0:54:11 0:54:30 0:54:45 0:54:46

Female Triathlon Results 1. Kristin Maguire Woodridge, IL 2. Morgan LaSalle Batavia, IL 3. Jacqleen Schane Oswego, IL 4. Abby Schenk Elburn, IL

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5. Melissa Wenz 6. Erin Ruehrwein 7. Sara Wilson 8. Christina Sincora 9. Katie Reichert 10. Michelle Prieboy

Sycamore, IL Geneva, IL Park Ridge, IL Plainfield, IL Glen Ellyn, IL Mokena, IL

Male Duathlon Results 1. Brian Sarnes 2. Pol Nabben 3. Mike Behr 4. Christian Evans 5. Rob Sweeney 6. Mett Longino 7. Doug Johnsen 8. Martin G Laserna Martinez 9. William Navis 10. Martin Coffrey

1:00:25 1:01:14 1:01:19 1:01:21 1:02:48 1:03:08

Chaska, MN South Elgin, IL Aurora, IL Glen Ellyn, IL

0:51:05 0:51:41 0:53:23 0:56:37 Carol Stream, IL 0:57:54 Downers Grove, IL 0:59:42 Batavia, IL 1:01:15 South Elgin, IL 1:03:06 Saint Charles, IL 1:06:58 Buffalo Grove, IL 1:08:19

Female Duathlon Results 1. Kayla Halsall Downers Grove, IL 1:06:46 2. Lora Deckert Edelstein, IL 1:08:34 3. Victoria Nugent Chaska, MN 1:10:13 4. Angie Dudman Geneva, IL 1:11:52 5. Holly Rakos Clarendon Hills, IL 1:18:56 6. Cat Marquis Chicago, IL 1:20:56 7. Karen Hulbert Mokena, IL 1:23:55 8. Sarah Butterfield Chicago, IL 1:24:05 9. Cheryl Holtz Wheaton, IL 1:24:27 10. Kelly Carlson North Aurora, IL 1:27:00

Lake in the Hills Triathlon

JUNE 17, 2018 | LAKE IN THE HILLS

By Jacqui Giuliano

The swim takes place at Indian Trail Beach in Lake in the Hills. It usually is a half mile swim, but this year things were modified slightly and the swim was closer to 900 yards. There is a little seaweed in the lake, but otherwise, it’s a standard lake swim. The great part is that this swim is almost always wetsuit legal; even with all of the super-hot temperatures lately, the lake was only 75 degrees (cut off is 78 degrees).

Just after 15 miles on the bike, athletes stop at transition two and head out for the four-mile run.

Again, being named “Lake in the Hills,” athletes can expect a few challenging hills throughout the run course. This year was extra brutal being 90-ish degrees and humid.

Male Results 1. Ryan Giuliano 2. Carson Christen 3. Christian Waterstraat 4. Kevin Hughes 5. Patrick Chalmers 6. Casey Duval 7. Ben Lin Name

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1:25:00 1:25:14 1:26:23

Female Results 1. Jacqui Giuliano 32 2. Jennifer Harrison 47 3. Stephanie Schuck 30 4. Jodi Menke 38 5. Laura Kielbasa 28 6. Jamie Jeromin 33 7. Caitlin Krull 22 8. Karie Stringer Arand 52 9. Maxine Franck-Palmer 51 10. Cheryl Rosentreter 57

1:24:13.449 1:30:29.300 1:31:09.861 1:35:09.128 1:35:27.948 1:37:28.647 1:38:47.927 1:40:01.951 1:40:18.381 1:41:08.525

ABC Gibbons 5k

THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 2018 | CHICAGO, IL

By Erika Ostrander

This was the 24th anniversary for this local Thursday evening race supporting Leukemia Research Foundation in the fight for a cure for all blood cancers. Many organizations participated including Susan’s squad penny’s Angels and Heroes of Hope honoring those touched by a blood cancer and remembering those lost to these diseases.

In true Chicago fashion, the weather went from high 90’s early in the week to rain and cooler temps.

Earlier in the day, the race director was concerned about the possibility of severe thunderstorms in the evening; despite the questionable weather, the race went on and it was a successful and fun evening for all participants and volunteers. Big thanks for keeping everyone informed and saved.

Male 5k Results 1. Roger Pinon 2. Ryan Gooding 3. Owen Rennich 4. Luke Patrick 5. Christian Madridejos 6. Kindy Tice 7. Colton Romig 8. Anando Naqui 9. Bo Muzikowski 10. Andrew Rosenstein

Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Ann Arbor, MI Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Round Lake, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL Chicago, IL

Female 5k Results 1. Vanessa Righeimer 2. Francesca Sikorski 3. Erika Oslakovic 4. Jocelyn Camacho 5. Mary Saleh 6. Kathryn Colasanti 7. Catherine Maloney 8. Kendra Arenkill 9. Jenn May Rosen 10. Morgan Walbridge

Chicago, IL 20:34 Shorewood, IL 21:32 Chicago, IL 21:57 Summit Argo, IL 22:02 Chicago, IL 22:55 Chicago, IL 23:06 Chicago, IL 23:22 Chicago, IL 23:53 Chicago, IL 24:05 Chicago, IL 24:17

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adventure racing

08/12/18 Boulevard Lakefront tour Chicago IL bltride.org

08/03/18 2018 chicago Kids adventure games Chicago IL www.kidsadventuregames.com

08/04/18 Michigan adventure race: Hastings/ Yankee Springs edition Hastings MI www.miadventurerace.com 10/06/18 Michigan adventure race: artPrize edition Grand Rapids MI www.miadventurerace.com 10/13/18 central indiana adventure & cia Lite Beginner ar Anderson IN www.dinoseries.com/adventure-racing

cYcLing raceS

08/12/18 Barrington Honor ride & run Barrington IL www.honorridebarrington.com

cYcLing tourS/rideS

08/04/18 tippecanoe and Bicycles, too Winamac IN panhandlepathway.org

08/04/18 cowaLunga charity Bike tour 2018 Gurnee IL lungchicago.org/cowalunga 08/11/18 dairyland dare Dodgeville WI www.wisconsingranfondo.com 08/12/18 Harvest Bicycle century tour Rolling Prairie IN

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08/25/18 Wabash river ride W. Lafayette IN www.wrcc-in.org/WRR 08/29/18 the daLMac ~ dick allen Lansing to Mackinaw Bicycle tour Lansing MI www.dalmac.org 09/08/18 Septimber ride Eagle River WI www.septimberride.com 09/09/18 Wheeling Wheelmen 49th Harmon Hundred Wilmot WI wheelmen.com/harmon_hundred.asp 09/15/18 Peninsula century Fall challenge Bicycle ride Sister Bay WI

running

08/04/18 dino versailles 5-mile trail run Versailles IN

08/04/18 tahqua trail run Paradise MI 08/04/18 ‘go run Humboldt Park Chicago IL gorunchicago.org 08/04/18 ‘go run Warren Park Chicago IL gorunchicago.org 08/04/18 ‘go run Washington Park Chicago IL gorunchicago.org 08/06/18 the universal Sole Burgers & Beer 5k Chicago IL universalsole.com/burgers--beer-5k.html

08/11/18 19th annual Friends of Hank aaron State trail 5K run/Walk Milwaukee WI www.hankaaronstatetrail.org 08/11/18 gurnee days 10k race and 2 Mile Fun run Gurnee IL gurneeparkdistrict.com

08/11/18 Fox valley Marathon races Free training run 18 Miles and 10 Miles Geneva IL www.fv26.com/course-preview-runs 08/11/18 raceway Woods 5K challenge Carpentersville IL raceway5k.com

08/11/18 night crawlers trail adventure Silver Lake WI www.xcthrillogy.com

08/11/18 gopher to Badger run Hudson WI finalstretch.com/gophertobadger

08/11/18 29th annual Lodi Library run Walk Lodi WI 2018lodilibraryrunwalk.eventbrite.com

08/11/18 ‘go run Humboldt Park Chicago IL gorunchicago.org

08/11/18 Stan’s donut 5k Chicago IL www.donut5k.com

08/11/18 ‘go run Warren Park Chicago IL gorunchicago.org

09/16/18 2018 north Shore century Evanston IL www.northshorecentury.org 09/16/18 otr challenge tour Evanston IL www.otrchallengetour.com 10/07/18 29th Pumpkin Pie Bicycle ride Ottawa IL www.starvedrockcycling.com

duatHLon

09/16/18 Woodstock duathlon Woodstock IL www.raceroster.com/17169 10/14/18 run & roll for the dole Crystal Lake IL MyChiCagoathlete.CoM

Stan’s donut 5k Saturday, auguSt 11, 2018 | chicago, il Do you love donuts? Well, why donut you join us at the stan’s Donuts 5K & Kids Dash on august 11 at 8:00 a.m. enjoy donuts throughout the course and at the finish line.

08/11/18 ‘Go Run Washington Park Chicago IL gorunchicago.org 08/12/18 Musky Fun Run Boulder Junction WI boulderjct.org/muskyjamboree 08/12/18 Barrington Honor Ride & Run Barrington Hills IL www.honorridebarrington.com 08/14/18 St. Raymond Superdog 5k Mount Prospect IL StRaymond5k.itsyourrace.com 08/16/18 Taco Trot 5K Romeoville IL mistwoodgc.com 08/18/18 DINO Trail Run Southwestway Indianapolis IN www.dinoseries.com/trail-running 08/18/18 Half Moon Half Terre Haute IN halfmoonhalf.itsyourrace.com 08/18/18 Watermelon Stampede Muscatine IA www.machlink.com 08/18/18 Elburn Railside 4/7 Elburn IL 08/18/18 10th Annual Madison Mini-Marathon Madison WI www.madisonminimarathon.com 08/18/18 Back-to-School 5K Run/Walk and Kiddie Dash West Chicago IL 08/18/18 ‘Go Run Humboldt Park Chicago IL

08/18/18 ‘Go Run Warren Park Chicago IL 08/18/18 ‘Go Run Washington Park Chicago IL 08/19/18 Dash - N- Splash 4 Mile Race Channahon IL www.channahonpark.org 08/25/18 Conserve School Trail Run Land O Lakes WI www.greatlakesendurance.com 08/25/18 2018 Wausau Marathon Wausau WI www.wausuamarathon.org 08/25/18 Parkie’s 5k and 10k Bolingbrook IL bolingbrookparks.org/parkies5k 08/25/18 ‘Go Run Humboldt Park Chicago IL 08/25/18 ‘Go Run Warren Park Chicago IL 08/25/18 ‘Go Run Washington Park Chicago IL 08/25/18 Backlot Dash 5K and 1/2 Mile Youth Run Skokie IL backlotbash.com/backlotdash.html 08/26/18 Fort 2 Base Race Chicago IL www.fort2base.com 08/26/18 Fox Valley marathon Races FREE Training Run 20 Miles and 11 Miles Saint Charles IL

09/01/18 The Universal Sole T(r)AIL Challenge - The Doggy Trail Race!

Chicago IL www.universalsole.com 09/02/18 Half Madness 13.1 Batavia IL halfmadness.com 09/02/18 Buffalo Grove Stampede 5k/10k Buffalo Grove IL BGStampede.org 09/03/18 Viking Dash - Holly Holly MI 3disciplines.com 09/03/18 St. Petronille Labor Day 5K Run/Walk Glen Ellyn IL

09/08/18 Rotary Race for Charity 5K Run /3K Walk Long Grove IL www.rotaryrace.org 09/08/18 Run Mag Mile Chicago IL www.runmagmile.com 09/08/18 Oktoberfest 5K+ Paddock Lake WI 09/08/18 Advocate Health Care Last Chance BQ.2 Marathon Geneva IL bq2races.com 09/08/18 Itasca OktoberFast 5k Walk / Run Itasca IL www.itascaoktoberfast5k.org

09/08/18 St. Paul Giants 5K Run/Walk Joliet IL www.thestpaulschool.org 09/08/18 Wabash Trace Nature Trail Marathon, Half Marathon and Marathon Relay Shenandoah IA www.shenandoahiowa.net 09/08/18 Furry Friends 5K Libertyville IL raceroster.com/18747 09/09/18 Alpine Races Half Marathon & 5K/ run walk Lake Zurich IL www.alpinerunners.com

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09/09/18 SEA Blue Prostate Cancer Walk/5K Run Chicago IL www.seablueprostatewalk.org 09/09/18 Holland Haven Marathon Holland MI

09/22/18 Hey Hey 5k Baileys Harbor WI www.heyhey5k.com 09/22/18 18th Annual Cougar 5K Run/Walk Chicago IL 09/22/18 St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer Chicago IL www.fundraising.stjude.org

09/13/18 Race Judicata® Chicago IL www.cvls.org/judicata 09/15/18 Pump it Up for Platelets 5K Vernon Hills IL

09/22/18 Holland Hospital Park2Park HalfMarathon & 5k Race Holland MI www.park2parkrace.com

09/15/18 DuPagePads 14th Annual Run 4 Home Wheaton IL padsrun.org

09/22/18 Respond Now Run For Hunger 5K Run/Walk Olympia Fields IL respondnow.org

09/16/18 Fox Valley Marathon Races Saint Charles IL fv26.com 09/19/18 Harvest Moon Run Kenosha WI

09/22/18 Mesothelioma Race for Justice Vernon Hills IL mesotheliomaraceforjustice.com

09/21/18 Guardian Kids Fun Run Appleton WI

09/22/18 Candyality 5K Lincoln Park IL candy5k.com/sign-up

09/21/18 Huggies Diaper Dash & Toddler Trot Appleton WI foxcitiesmarathon.org

09/22/18 NAMI DuPage Run for the Mind 5k Run/ Walk, Mental Health & Wellness Fair & BBQ 20 Wheaton IL namidupage.org

09/21/18 Ragnar Trail Northwoods-WI, Presented by Salomon Wasau WI 09/21/18 Albion Run Forks Run Albion MI 3disciplines.com 09/22/18 Affinity Medical Group Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 5K Run/Walk Neenah WI foxcitiesmarathon.org 34

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09/23/18 Community First Fox Cities Marathon Menasha WI www.foxcitiesmarathon.org 09/23/18 ThedaCare Half Marathon Menasha WI www.foxcitiesmarathon.org 09/23/18 TBK Quad Cities Marathon Moline IL www.qcmarathon.org 09/23/18 Discover Whitewater Series Whitewater WI runwhitewater.com 09/23/18 Chicago Half Marathon & 5K Chicago IL www.chicagohalfmarathon.com

09/23/18 DeKalb Corn Classic DeKalb IL www.dekalbcornclassic.org 09/28/18 Reebok Ragnar Michigan Muskegon To Traverse City MI 09/28/18 Light the Torch 5K Night Run Wheaton IL 09/29/18 Run Wild Race for Open Space 5K Cary IL www.mccdistrict.org 09/29/18 Indy Women’s Half Marathon Indianapolis IN www.IndyWomensHalfMarathon.com

09/29/18 Pike River Trail Run/Walk Kenosha WI www.xcthrillogy.com 09/29/18 Warrior Dash Crete IL warriordash.com 09/29/18 Warrior Dash Illinois Crete IL warriordash.com 09/30/18 Bucktown 5k Chicago IL www.bucktown5k.com 09/30/18 Hero Half Marathon, 10K, 5K Chesterton IN 3disciplines.com/events

09/23/18 Orthopedic & Sports Institute Relay Marathon Menasha WI www.foxcitiesmarathon.org 09/23/18 Run to Read 2018 Schaumburg IL sd54.org/runtoread

North Shore Triathlon SuNday, SepTember 16, 2018 | evaNSToN, IL Starting and finishing in the beautiful Gillson Park in Wilmette, the sprint triathlon consists of a 500-meter swim in Lake Michigan, a 20k bike ride through the villages of Wilmette, Kenilworth, and Winnetka, and a fast 5k run with breathtaking views of the world-renowned Baha’i Temple.

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09/30/18 Fox Chase 5k and Youth Mile Fox river grove IL Www.frgrc.org

08/12/18 Maytag IRonMAn 70.3 Steelhead Benton Harbor MI www.ironman.com

09/30/18 Running 4 the Kids 5K/10K New Lenox IL casaofwillcounty.org/running4thekids-2

08/12/18 Petoskey Triathlon Petoskey MI 3disciplines.com

09/30/18 I Support Community 5k Run/Walk Wheaton IL www.isupportcommunity.org

SWIMMIng

08/05/18 A Long Swim Winnetka Winnetka IL www.alongswim.com

TRIAThLon

08/04/18 XTERRA DIno Southern Indiana Triathlon Versailles IN www.dinoseries.com/triathlons 08/04/18 Illinois Triathlon Championship Rockford IL 08/04/18 Woodson YMCA Triathlon Wausau WI www.woodsonymca.com 08/05/18 glenview Park District Sprint Triathlon Glenview IL www.glenviewparks.org 08/05/18 TRI - Bavaria Frankenmuth MI 3disciplines.com 08/11/18 girls Best Friend Triathlon Vicksburg MI 3disciplines.com

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08/12/18 Woodridge Rotary 19th Annual Mini-Triathlon (Chicagoland’s Largest Mini Tri) Woodridge IL www.woodridgeminitri.org 08/17/18 Waupaca Kids Triathlon Waupaca WI www.waupacaareatriathlon.com 08/18/18 Waupaca Area Triathlon Waupaca WI www.waupacaareatriathlon.com 08/18/18 Xterra - Rockport Rugged Alpena MI 3disciplines.com 08/18/18 Ludington Lighthouse Triathlon Ludington MI 3disciplines.com 08/18/18 Storm the Lake Triathlon Storm Lake IA www.allsportcentral.com 08/19/18 Michigan Titanium Triathlon Grand Rapids MI www.mititanium.com 08/19/18 Try Cambridge Tri Cambridge WI www.cambridgecap.net 08/19/18 Ludington Lighthouse Triathlon Ludington MI 3disciplines.com/events

TBK Quad Cities Marathon Sunday, SepTeMBer 23, 2018 | Moline, il The TBK Quad Cities Marathon, a USATF certified course, captures the essence of our nation’s heartland with its consistent connection to the Mississippi River, amazing views, and Midwest charm. Rated a fairly flat and fast course, it is a great Boston qualifier!

08/25/18 Barron Lake Triathlon Niles MI www.barronlaketri.com 08/25/18 Life Time Kids Tri Chicago Chicago IL www.chicagotriathlon.com 08/25/18 Chicago Triathlon SuperSprint Chicago IL www.chicagotriathlon.com 08/25/18 South Beach Triathlon South Haven MI 3disciplines.com 08/26/18 Chicago Triathlon Chicago IL www.chicagotriathlon.com

08/26/18 Sugar River Triathlon Bellevillle WI www.sugarrivertri.com

09/16/18 Tri The Creek North Liberty IN 3disciplines.com

09/02/18 Michigan Championships Detroit MI 3disciplines.com

09/16/18 Devil’s Challenge Triathlon Baraboo WI www.devilschallengetri.com

09/08/18 Sunrise Side Triathlon East Tawas MI 3disciplines.com

09/23/18 have Fun? You Won! kids triathlon Oswego IL www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org

09/09/18 IRonMAn Wisconsin Madison WI www.ironman.com/triathlon

09/23/18 Illinois Triathlon Championships Champaign IL 3disciplines.com

09/16/18 north Shore Triathlon Evanston IL www.trinorthshore.com

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HEALTH/FITNESS LISTINGS

DR. MICHAEL P. DAVENPORT Clinic Director/Sports Chiropractic Physician dr.michael@runningiron.org www.runningiron.org Dean DiMaso | Lead Trainer | NASM Dylan Edwards | Master Trainer/Human Performance Coach | NASM Garrett Peterson | Master Trainer/Human Performance Coach | ACE 3350 Salt Creek Lane Suite 109 Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847-368-3200 We are a highly comprehensive performance center that offers both structural and functional care with gentle corrective spinal and wholebody care, physiotherapy, functional nutrition, posture care, exercise rehab and ART. We also offer comprehensive functional assessments, gait analysis, custom food orthotics designed specifically for athletes, lab studies, body compositions, personal coaching, and radiology on site. We also offer personal training, small group training, group classes, and athletic performance training.

Dr. Michael Davenport has been a Sports Chiropractic Physician for over 20 years and has been involved in the Chicago running and triathlon community for 30 years. He has competed in ultramarathons and Ironman races. He is hoping to compete in the Ironman World Championship in Kona in 2018.

He has been involved in several local organizations that promote healthy lifestyles, and community involvement through training and competition.

Dean attended Illinois State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Recreation Management with a focus in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. Throughout his time at college, Dean was heavily involved in fitness and prepared himself to compete as an NPC (National Physique Committee) physique competitor. Dean placed first in his height division and second overall at his first competition and then went on to compete on the National level. He spent two years after competing taking on aspiring physique competitor clients who would benefit from his knowledge and experiences competing. Dean has been in the fitness industry since 2013. Most of his time has been spent in a Fitness Manager role.

Dean prides himself on properly assessing an individual, developing and educating them of their needs and continuing to achieve their goals while always striving to create new ones.

Dylan’s passion for fitness started the summer going into high school. His older brothers trained him for the football season and he was hooked. Before long he began exploring the depths of fitness, martial arts and nutrition to optimize his mind and body. Dylan took advantage of an academic scholarship to pursue fitness and wellness full time. He has competed in multiple powerlifting events and looks to actively compete in Spartan and OCR races. Dylan focuses on utilizing his experience to find out exactly what a client needs and creates programs to fill those needs efficiently and effectively while maintaining a high energy, laid back and positive training experience. Dylan is an ACE certified trainer as well as a Precision Nutrition Level 1 coach. He also holds a black belt in Bushido Kickboxing underneath his grandfather, Grandmaster Bob Beal.

Garrett began his fitness journey early on, after seeking to improve his personal athletic performance. Being a three-sport athlete in High School (football, track and baseball), he made the decision to pursue his passion of playing college football, at Carthage College. After having his college career cut short due to concussion related head traumas, Garrett shifted his focus to become a Human Performance Coach with a primary concentration on the optimization of the brain/body while forming a synergistic relationship between the two. Garrett currently competes in various National Powerlifting events, as well as competitively in Obstacle Course Racing. Garrett is a NASM certified personal trainer and holds notable certifications in DNS (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization), Precision Nutrition L1, and FMS.

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THE PROBLEM Repetitive motions of day-to-day life cause muscles to contract and relax. Over time, these contractions become shorter. As they become shorter, muscles and fascia become chronically contracted, forming knots, congested tissue and muscle tightness leading to dysfunction, disability and pain.

TIMOTHY T. JANTZ, DPM, FACFO, PODIATRIST 388 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake, IL 60014 815.459.FOOT (3668) Board certified in Podiatric Orthopedics and a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, Dr. Jantz is also a marathoner, ultramarathoner and duathlete. Providing comprehensive treatment for sports-related foot and ankle problems. Biomechanical examination, gait and stance evaluation and custom, sport specific, prescription orthotics. Conservative care of heel pain, tendonitis, pinched nerves, stress fractures, sprains, bunions, hammertoes. Surgical treatment as a last resort. Treadmill gait analysis, X-ray on site. On staff at Northern Illinois Medical Center and Memorial Medical Center. Evening hours are available.

The health of muscles is directly affected by tightness in the muscles. Blood and lymph volume is drastically reduced in hyper-contracted muscle tissue. Tremendous congestion and inflammation accumulate in the tissue from cellular metabolic waste, all due to ineffective circulation. As this stagnation progresses, the tissue suffers increasingly destructive pathological changes.

DELOS THERAPY Delos Therapy involves applied systematic pressure to the entire length of the muscle to stretch muscular fibrils, leading to elevated vascular and lymphatic circulation, improving the vital health of the affected tissue, eliminating pain and restoring function.

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Physical Therapy: Conventional techniques of stretching and strengthening are ineffective for hyper-contracted muscle tissue.

Delos Therapy addresses pain and dysfunction in a unique way by micro-stretching muscles and fascia with systematic and precise pressure.

Chiropractic: Rather than manipulating bones that may be out of alignment, Delos Therapy addresses the muscle tissue, which is the force that is causing the skeletal misalignment.

Deep Tissue Massage and Foam Rolling: Deep tissue massage is a superficial technique that glides over tightness. We believe it doesn’t hold tissue in a stretched position long enough to be fully effective.

Conventional Stretching: Tight tissue doesn’t stretch, so during conventional stretching, only healthy fibers are stretched. As a result, flexibility sometimes increases, but pain and stiffness don’t diminish.

Trigger Point Therapy: Rather than target predetermined points on the body, Delos Therapy targets specific patterns of muscle tightness that may or may not fall outside the trigger point.

CONDITIONS TREATED BY DELOS • Headaches/migraines • Back/neck pain • Shoulder pain • Arthritis • Sciatica • IT band syndrome • Carpal tunnel syndrome • Tennis/golfer’s elbow • Hip pain • Plantar fasciitis • Tendonitis • TMJ • Bursitis • Fibromyalgia • Knee pain • Shin splints BENEFITS OF DELOS • Elimination of pain symptoms • Reduced treatment costs • Reduced stiffness • Elevated athletic performance

• Reduced rehabilitation time • Restored function • Increased range of motion • Prevention of surgeries

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Sauganash Wellness Center provides quality chiropractic care and massage therapy — treatments that reduce pain and enhance your health. Whether you are an athlete in training or looking to maintain optimum performance, our non-invasive treatments will fit you and your family’s active lifestyle and individual needs.

Conditions we treat at Sauganash Wellness Center include arthritis, back or neck pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, disc herniations, headaches, muscular pain or injury, sciatica, sports-related injuries, whiplash and more.

The Sauganash Wellness Center has been recognized as a Corporate Citizen of the Year by the Lincolnwood Chamber of Commerce because they exemplify what the chamber represents – business, service and community. Founded in 2006 by Dr. Deanna Minkler and Rachel Shaffer, the center has become an important part of the community. Minkler and Shaffer have participated in and donated their services to Lincolnwood’s Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing, Turkey Trot and annual summer Fest, as well as many other events in Greater Chicago including the WTTW Family Walk and Fun Run, the Edison Park Turkey Trot and the Chicago Police Memorial Fund Run to Remember 5K Walk/Run. A licensed Chiropractic for more than 10 years, Dr. Deanna Minkler, D.C., CHt, specializes in sports rehabilitation and pediatric chiropractic.

To assist athletes recover from injuries at a quicker pace, Minkler has become certified in Kinesiotaping, the treatment of muscular disorders and lymphedema reduction, and the Graston Technique, which treats acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.

“Becoming a successful chiropractor has been my ambition since I was nine years old,” Dr. Minkler shares. “Being a part of a person’s transition from discomfort and impaired movement to pain free mobility is my greatest reward. My profession is challenging and stimulating and it inspires me every day!”

Rachel Shaffer is a licensed and certified massage therapist who has been in practice for more than 9 years. Specializing in assisting professional athletes, Shaffer has become an expert in deep tissue and sports massage. She also excels at prenatal and geriatric therapy.

Enhance your current health... and your future health with care from our certified and licensed doctors and practitioners. Sauganash Wellness Center is conveniently located at 6160 N. Cicero Avenue, just one block east of the Eden’s Expressway (I-94) and one block north of Peterson Avenue on Chicago’s North Side. Many insurance plans accepted. Now accepting new patients.

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Q Pros and cons of long and short sleeve wetsuits?

A It depends where you swim. If you swim in Alaska where the water is cold, you need long sleeves, but if it’s warmer, short sleeve might be better and easier to take off. On short, sprint swims, you don’t need long sleeve. But longer swims, you will need long sleeve, because you’ll be in the water longer, and it’ll help you f loat better when you get fatigued. Some people say long sleeve is uncomfortable, but if you get a good quality one, it won’t be.

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Q Let’s start with the basics, what is the benefit of a wetsuit?

A A wetsuit first of all, is to keep you warm in cold water. If the water is 60 degrees or under, a good wetsuit will keep you warm. Second of all, it will keep you on top of the water and keep you buoyant, which will give you less drag and make you faster. If you are a triathlete from Florida or warmer parts of the country and don’t plan to do any long races, just sprint triathlons, you might not need a wetsuit. But if you want to be faster and are doing races in colder climates, you will need one.

Q What types of things do athletes need to consider when buying one?

A Surprisingly, the price really is not that important; higher-priced wetsuits aren’t always the best, and sellers will often provide discounts. The price of a wetsuit is based on the material it’s made of, which is neoprene; you want a high-quality and flexible neoprene. The best neoprene maker is Yamamoto, a company from Japan that started making wetsuits in 1961. If it’s not Yamamoto, it won’t be as flexible or durable. Specifically, the number 40 neoprene is the most flexible and the most comfortable one, and the second best is number 39.

Obviously, though, it needs to be comfortable.

A wetsuit has to fit you like a second skin, snug on your arms and legs. But it can’t be too snug because you won’t be able to breathe and you’ll be uncomfortable. It’s good to get expert 38

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advice on fit, because if it fits wrong it won’t work right.

Q Are wetsuits pretty similar to their original design, or have they evolved over the years?

A They are more high-tech now. People will try and sell you all of these gadgets and technology, but I don’t recommend relying on a lot of gadgets; it can slow you down and you don’t really need them. A wetsuit just needs to be streamline and buoyant, and that’s it. You want to slide in the water, and other gimmicks are just that – they don’t help you and can slow you down.

Recently, more and more wetsuits are shorter in the arms and legs. Designers realized you don’t need neoprene on the bottoms of your legs and wrists, and the less material there is, the easier it will be to take off after exiting the water.

One thing Aquaman has that nobody else has is a flexible zipper; on the back, the zipper is all wavy. The reason is this: when you look at a regular t-shirt, the back part of the t-shirt is longer because the back needs to go up and move with your arm and back to come off, and the wetsuits need to do the same thing. The back panel needs to be longer and mold with your back, and bring the neoprene forward.

The flexible zipper is longer, so you are going to be able to bring the neoprene forward when you take it off.

Q Can you tell us a little bit about your website, Aquaman Triathlon (www.aquamantri.com)?

A Aquaman has been making wetsuits since 1984, and we have learned from our mistakes, and improve wetsuits with experiment. When you wear an Aquaman wetsuit, you know it’ll fit you right.

In fact, it’s getting harder and harder to find places to try on wetsuits. In the past, a lot of bike shops added wetsuits to their stock because they had a lot of triathlete customers.

Now, people try wetsuits on in stores, but buy them online because it’s cheaper. So, stores noticed this and stopped selling them. On my website, athletes can ask me questions, and send in their height and weight and I can tell them what size and fit I think would work best for them. It works about 90 percent of the time.

Although it’s predominantly an online business, I do travel to expos and sell them, and answer athlete questions. I’ll be at the Transamerica Chicago Triathlon Expo again this year, and you can find my contact information on my website.

Q What advice do you give to new triathletes who may be hesitant about open water swimming?

A First, you definitely need a good, comfortable wetsuit. And, when you get in the water, you never start a race or training by swimming fast. You need to be relaxed and build up your speed gradually. A lot of beginners start really fast, get a rush of adrenaline, and then hyperventilate and they don’t have any more oxygen in their muscles and cannot move. Then they blame it on the wetsuit for making them tired, but it’s not the wetsuit … wetsuits make you faster.

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