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2010-10-09T08:48:00.000-07:00

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2010-09-20T09:50:00.001-07:00

Trident Sports FW is proud to announce a partnership with The American Cancer Society.

Trident Sports FW will be working with the DetermiNation program to train inspiring people to complete the 2011 Cowtown Marathon. We are partnering with ACS to help people attain the goal of fighting cancer while reaching their personal goal of completing a marathon. For more information about DetermiNation, visit the website at www.acsdetermination.org.

To participate in the program, please contact us.

We are fortunate to add two great additions to the Trident family.

Stacy Fennell is our swim specialist and will coach our swim workouts as well as our Swim Faster clinics.

Cindy Hauss is our testing specialist. We are now offering VO2Max testing and Metabolic Rate Testing.

Please go to our website to learn more about our new staff members and program/testing details.

www.tridentsportsfw.com

Vineman 2010 race report

2010-07-23T18:35:00.000-07:00

Well this race was going to be my last time here, so I really wanted to make the most of it.

I put everything out there, training was great, I lost 20 lbs and nutrition was perfect!

Everything is in line for a great day, except I had to get a new bike a few days before.

So even though the bike feels good, I haven’t been able to go long on it.

Race day, it is 55 degrees out and the water is 72 degrees, perfect!

My goal was a 37 min swim time, 3 hours or less on bike and a 2:30 run.

My swim wave was about an hour to 30 minutes after all of my friends, so I had lots of time before the start.

The swim was easy, always crowded, but easy. Finish time was 41:22 I’ll take it!

My daughter had written some motivational messages that made me cry every time I read them, so I taped a picture of the kids to my aero bars for strength.

My goal was 155 calories the 1^st hour on the bike and 300 calories the next two hours, I waited 20 min on the bike before I started to eat or drink anything, just to let the stomach calm down.

Just before the first water stop I hit a bump and lost 2 bottles, (the bike is very bumpy and rough), got some more and kept on track. Second hour I started to eat some more and drank exactly the amount I wanted to. The 3^rd hour I had to plan it better because you can’t eat just before chalk hill, but you need to eat right after. I’m not going to lie, chalk hill is tough. I hit 155 heart rate climbing and that surprised me! I was feeling good, and then about mile 50 my right quad started to cramp then it started to lock up; I guess getting a new bike and riding it twice will do that. I tried not to slow down, but it wasn’t cooperating. The last 5 miles were hell, my quad was cramping and now my stomach was having a weird pain, like a cramp. Bike finishes time 3:06:22 lost a total of 6 bottles throughout reached a max speed of 45mph down a hill, and looked at the picture of my kids 309 times, overall a good ride.

My goal was to just get into transition drink some water and knock out this run. The first mile was painful and my leg was really cramping, I decided to just slow down get fluids and work out the cramps.

Around mile 2 things started to loosen up and I was feeling better, I had a goal of reaching le crème in about an hour (that is 6 miles away), I ran to each water stop and there I walked drank 2 cups, took a third and poured it on my head. I was feeling great. I started taking in a gel every 3 miles. Around 3.5 I heard someone yelling and it was heather, I didn’t realize it was her until it was too late.

But I reached Le crème in 1:17, I was now behind. I didn’t see Linda as she was heading back, so focused again, she yelled and grabbed me, she said see you in a bit when you catch me, she is 1 mile ahead I thought no way; my new goal is to negative split the run. I am feeling ok! The run was very hilly and getting hot, it is now after noon and the temps are around 90, (nothing like at home though). Run finish 2:50:29.

When things were hard I ask Jessy for strength and within a few moments I could hear her voice cheering me on. I could see her smile and hear her voice. She really helped me to pull through the tough areas, now I just wanted to get my finishers medal and give it to her!

Finish time 6:49:20 only 19 min off goal time.

What a great day!

I am not even sure how many blogs I have and why?

2010-05-25T23:37:00.000-07:00

So I decided that I am racing in a speedo from now on!

Glass Half Full?

2010-03-04T07:08:00.000-08:00

so last night my daughter asked me about the "Glass Half Full" saying. So we took a few glasses and filled them half way. I explained how it is a belief and way of life. We emptied it even more and I explained no matter how low it got, it can still be half full. I explained how the emptiness is not bad , but rather room for more great things. we smiled and stared at this glass for several minutes, she got it ! Just then her brother comes storming in and knocks the glass over spilling every drop! She looks at me and says in a positive voice, "so sometimes its better to keep your glass half full"........ I love it when my children open my eyes a little bit wider.....

Wow it has been awhile

2009-07-13T16:29:00.000-07:00

Well with this awesome heat we are trying to train in the shade, but that doesn't always seem to work.
The next big event we have planned is the Total Triathlon Night II at Luke's Locker July 23rd.
If you didn't get or see the invite, please e-mail me at timtarpley@tridentspotsfw.com

There will be great information and ideas about triathlon and staying cool. There will experts there and as always free food and drinks!

There will also be drawings for some cool swag.

Tell everyone you know, this is a very cool event.

Tarp out

Open water swim clinic.

2009-06-01T21:27:00.000-07:00

Well after a great response to the swim clinic, We have had to place a cap on the event.
I will be at Active Spine and Sport thursday from 4-6 to sign you up and give you some other info if nessesary, you can also go by colonel's or just let us know you are coming and we will reserve your spot.

We have lots of great tips and pointers to help you become a better triathlete!

Tarp

Sizzling New Clinics in June!

2009-05-23T14:58:00.000-07:00

Trident Sports is excited to announce the first two clinics.

June 6Th @ 10:30am

Clinic 1- Swim Like a Champion; Finally Conquer your Aqua Fears!

Develop and Learn the drills and skills needed to improve your open water swim split.
Trident Sports high level Coaches will make sure you leave the lake looking forward to your next race!
Stroke Technique, Start Speed, Drafting, turning around Buoy's, swimming a group, and developing problem solving techniques for every scary situation.

Make swimming your weapon for only $15.00. Email info@tridentsportsfw.com to get your spot today.

Clinic 2- Performance Eating and Weight loss for Runners, Cyclists and Triathletes.

June 18Th @ 7:00pm $15.00

Want to get Lean? Then don't miss out! Email Info@tridentsportsfw.com for Details!

Be a better triathlete.

Big Things Happening at Trident sports fw

2009-05-19T08:10:00.000-07:00

We have created a new high end level of training, with addition of Brent Poulsen. His info can be accessed at www.brentpoulsen112882.blogspot.com.
With his addition to trident sports fw, it brings many training opportunities to triathletes in the Dfw area.
We have many clinics starting in June, that will benefit the serious to the casual triathletes.
We are here to help you achieve your goals!

Tarp