Friday, August 8, 2014

One LAST route

So So sorry I did not post this earlier.  I didn't even know it existed till today...did I mention that Heidi and I have been distracted this year?  For those who are wanting to do a full OLYMPIC triathlon the official bike distance is 25 miles, not 22 miles which was the highest distance we had previously posted for the bike.

So, for those of you wanting to do the official distance, here it is.  Click on the link below to view the map.

25 mile Bike

Thursday, August 7, 2014

Event Info for 2014

Gals! I hope you are excited for Saturday it is coming quick. Firstly I must apologize for not having the best communication with you all this year about the event, both Heidi and I have been preoccupied with life. We have had some amazing people step in and help out a ton and we appreciate it, but we haven't been the best at communicating to you. Apologies. As for Saturday a few quick reminders: If you need/want a way to get your bike to the pool meet at 5:00 am at Heidi's house (11974 S 3200 W). We will have a trailer that can hold bikes and then we can carpool so not everyone will have to have a car at the pool. We will be leaving her house at 5:15 so we can begin the swim at 5:30 as scheduled. We will all have to be very punctual to get to the pool on time. If you don't want/need to carpool, meet us at the Marv Jenson Recreation Center located at 10300 S and Redwood Road at 5:30 am. There is a patio right next to the pool where we can store our bikes and gear securely. This is how you should enter the pool, not through the front doors. You will have access to the locker rooms/bathrooms/showers if you would like to change after your swim. I will have my Suburban there for people to ditch swim or other gear that they want me to take back to Heidi's for them. I will let you know exactly where it is located in the parking lot on the day of the event. We will have a map of each of the bike routes at the pool for you to gander at before you leave for the bike, but please study the maps on the blog or on facebook so you know your route prior to the race. My very pregnant self will be around to ask questions about the routes bike or run at the pool, so ask away. Again, there is no support for the bike route so be prepared with a cell phone or extra tube. All bike routes end at Heidi's house. This is where both of the runs begin. There will be maps of both runs at Heidi's house that you can check before you head out, but the runs will also be marked by signs at major intersections. There is one water station on the 3.1 mile run located midway on 3600 W. And there are two water stations on the 6.2 mile run, one midway on 3600 W (same as the 3.1 mile water station) and the other in the back of a truck in the church parking lot midway on 2700 W. Both routes end at Heidi's where there is a big finish, hullabaloo, and patting on the back to be given. There will also be some breakfast items to munch on. This is also when you will get your t-shirt and car decal. There will be a table setup with each shirt labeled with your name so you can grab it and go, or stay and chat. I hope this clears up most of your questions. Anything else let me know if I can help. I can be reached by email cobyndanette@hotmail.com or facebook message. Thanks and see you Saturday! Danette Also don't forget to bring any items or cash that you wish to donate to Holding Out Help. I have included the email Heidi sent earlier as a reminder of some of the items that are needed if you wish to donate above and beyond. Heidi's email: This year I am so excited about the where our extra money is going. The organization is called Holding Out Help. Holding Out HELP has cared for more than 1,400 men, women and children from polygamists backgrounds. The non-profit organization serves those transitioning from polygamist communities into an independent and self-sufficient life by providing access to housing, food, clothing, counseling, mentoring, job training, education and referral services. They refer to them as "domestic refugees" as when they leave, they have nothing and are quite often abandoned by their own families. Holding Out HELP tries to fill the gap by providing friendship and resources to give them hope for their future. To learn more, visit holdingouthelp.org (Thanks Rachael for info) Tonia Tewell Exec. Director of the organization is going to be doing the race with us! These are a few items that we would love to collect for them on race day. (feel free to drop them off at my house prior to Aug 9th or just bring them with that morning) Thanks so much for your generosity! Physical Donations needed: This list just came in from several families. Toilet Paper Paper Towels Laundry Detergent and dryer sheets Any gently used kitchen items: plates, cups, silverware, cookie sheets, cake pans, muffin tins, spatula's, cheese graters, blender, cake and bread pans, can opener, vacuum, etc. Other needed items are listed below •Bulk foods like: •Oats•Flour•Sugar•Rice•Dry Milk•Beans•Pasta•Peanut Butter•Pancake Mix•Syrup•Canned fruit•Canned Vegetables•Cereal•Jelly•Any dry ingredients for cooking like: baking soda / baking powder / Corn Starch /•Chocolate• Paper Products / Hygiene Items (Not covered by food stamps)•Toilet Paper (Single-ply)•Paper Towels•Feminine pads•Shampoo (bulk)•Conditioner (bulk)•Bars of soap•Laundry Detergent (bulk)•Dryer Sheets (bulk)•Dishwashing detergent (bulk)•Vehicles (especially those large enough for large families)

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

The routes are up!

Run routes

6.1 mile Run

The run will be marked with signs. The 6.1 mile run will have two water stations. One midway on 3600 W and the other midway at a church on 2700 W. If it is unclear, the route begins on 3200 W and heads North out of the neighborhood toward 11400 S. It returns via 11800 S to Doves Landing (3300 W) then following that street up back toward 3200 W. See map for clarification.

3.1 mile Run

The run will be marked with signs and the 3.1 mile run will have one water station located midway on 3600 W.

Bike routes

As in the past, there will be no signs or support for the bike ride so please review and if possible ride the route so you will know what to expect on race day.

3.7 mile Bike
10.8 mile Bike
16.3 mile Bike
22.3 mile Bike





Tuesday, August 13, 2013

We did it!

I hope everyone gives themselves a big pat on the back.  You are a triathlete!  We had 35 woman compete ranging in ages from 11-61!  I loved seeing the Mother/Daughter and Sister groups.  So much fun!  It makes me itch for my girls to grow up...

Any suggestions for next year ?  Leave a comment below.  Thanks guys for making it a great event!

Thursday, August 8, 2013

LAST MINUTE TRI CHANGES!!!

Firstly we have changed the meeting time in the morning from 5:40 to 5:30.  It always seems to take longer to load bikes and say hello than we think and we want to make it to the pool on time so we can get the party started.  So 5:30 am on Saturday if you need a ride for your bike.

Also we just found out that there is a funeral to be held at the church on Saturday!  We didn't feel it was appropriate to keep our festivities there at the church so we are moving everything to Heidi McQuivey's house instead.  So instead of meeting at the church at 5:30, meet at Heidi's.  When you finish your bike go to Heidi's, the run will end at Heidi's, you can eat your goodies and chat with friends, you guessed it, at Heidi's.
 
So...for those of you who don't know where Heidi lives, check your email (I don't want to put it up here).  Her garage will be open, a canopy out front, flags, crazy women, etc... you shouldn't be able to miss it.

So sorry for the inconvenience, and thank you in advance for being understanding.

Thanks!!

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Pre-Race Day

I found this article about Pre Race Day Preparation and thought parts were useful so here it is, take what you will:

Those final 24 hours before the big race are always filled with nervous anticipation, especially if it’s your first time toeing the line in a triathlon. Over time, that feeling slowly diminishes, but unfortunately never goes completely away even after years of racing. All the ‘what ifs’ fill your head. What if I get kicked during the swim, flat on the bike or cramp on the run? What if I forget my helmet? These things are all par for the course and are part of the excitement of choosing to participate in a multi-sport event versus hiding under the covers on a Saturday morning.
 With all these thoughts flooding your head, there’s another critical component to your final countdown to the gun – what do I eat? This is a very easy question to answer, but you won’t find it this article as I don’t know. I do know who has the answer – you!
 Not one menu is a perfect fit for all athletes, but there are some general rules that  everyone can use as a guide during the final 24 hours leading into your race.

Hydration is Job #1:  Possibly the single biggest issue which could negatively impact your race is dehydration. Losing as little as 1 percent of your body weight in fluid can decrease performance by up to 10 percent. A priority should be to start the race with your fluid reserves at full capacity and lucky for you this is very easy to accomplish. 
  • Use Fluid Replacement Drinks. Fluid replacement drinks such as Cytomax or Accelerade are better than using water alone because it helps you maintain proper electrolyte balance.

  • Pass the salt. Many athletes will begin to heavily salt their foods in the days leading up to an event especially if conditions are expected to be overly warm. This helps the body retain water and reduces the likelihood of getting to the start line dehydrated.

  • Don’t overconsume. Only consume enough fluid so that your urine is very light to clear in color. Continuing to drink past this point could affect your electrolyte balance and negatively impact your sleep pattern. There’s nothing worse than having to visit the bathroom every few hours the night before your big day!

Eating “Clean” is Job #2: The last thing you want to do is have your toes at the water’s edge ready to kick off your race nature calls and you leave scrambling for the closest Port-o-John!

  • Find your meal. There’s no “one-size-fits-all,” diet that works for every athlete, but one thing that does hold true is you want to stick with a diet that your body can easily digest. As a general rule, in the last 24 hours before your race, you want to avoid those foods that are slow to empty from your stomach. Some foods that fall into this category include those that are high in fat, high in fiber or other high processed meals. Basically the more simple a meal, the better. Here’s one of my favorite pre-race dinners.

  • Don’t let your last meal do you in. Your last large meal should be finished at least 12 hours before your scheduled start. This means that if you have a scheduled start of 7 a.m. on Saturday; you should finish your last meal by 7 p.m. on Friday. This will ensure everything is fully digested before the race kicks off.

Morning Eating Job #3:  The debate here is liquid versus solid. Do you drink your breakfast risking hunger or eat a hearty one and risk heartburn?

  • Watery First Meal. More and more athletes are leaning towards a liquid diet on race morning as the calories are more easily digested and you are also aiding in hydration. Timing is less critical with a liquid meal as it will empty from your stomach much quicker than a solid meal with a similar nutrient breakdown.

  • Solid Meals Before Race: If you’ve determined through training that your system prefers and can tolerate solid foods before your event, be sure this meal is finished at least two hours before your start time. Using our 7 a.m. start time, this would mean your last bite should finish by 5 a.m. In those final two hours before your event, it’s important that you keep your hydration capped. Keep drinking watered down sports drinks right up until the gun goes off.

Friday, August 2, 2013

Time for some details

I hope you all are excited for your upcoming rest week.  The race is almost here and it's time to hammer out some details before race day.

The race will begin at the South County swimming pool at 6:00 am.  The swimming pool is located at 12765 South 1125 West in Riverton, Utah 84065
-If you need a way to get your bike down to the pool we will be meeting at 5:40 at the LDS church on 3200 W (this is also the transition area and finish line).  We will have a trailer to take your bike to the pool for you.  We can also carpool down, but you will need to arrange with your buddies who is going to drive because we will not have room for everyone.

-If there is are some items you would like to keep at the church that you will need for your run but don't want to take on your bike ride, we will be able to lock some things up in the church that will be pulled out by the first volunteer when they arrive around 7:30 am.

-We will have someone at the pool that will take back anything you don't need after your swim.  However, this person will not be returning to the church with the stuff until after the last swimmer has finished and we have no clue when that will be.  This means that if you need anything for your run take it with you or leave it at the church in the morning, because there is no garuantee that they will be back with your stuff in time for your run. 

-There will be water available at the pool to fill up waterbottles etc...

-At the pool there will be maps for each of the bike routes.  Pick up a map and take it with you on your ride because the course will not be marked.  If you have any questions about the route feel free to ask DaNette or Heidi. 

-After your bike ride, ditch your bike at the church.  This area will be manned at all times so that you won't have to worry about your stuff or locking up your bike while your off on your run unless you want to.

-The church will be open so you can use their potties.

-At the church there will be a hard copy, not individual copies, of both the 3.1 and 6.2 mile run.  Look at the maps before you head out to clear up any concerns or questions about the route.  The running section will have signs but it's always a good idea to know where you are going. 

-There are three water stations on the run.  The locations will be shown on the map.  One station is only for those doing the 6.2 mile run.  The water will be located in the back of a truck in the parking lot of the LDS church by the highschool on 2700 W.  This water station will not be manned or marked so remember it is there and go get yourself a drink.  The other two water stations are accessible for both routes and will be marked.

-There will be gatorade, water, chocolate milk, and brunch items at the church to enjoy inbetween or after your run.  So feel free to stay and chat while you pat each other on the back for being amazing. 

-Your shirts and car decals will be located at the finish line and labeled with your name.  After you race make sure you grab yours before you take off because there is no garuantee that Heidi or I will be around to give it to you.  Although we would love to be there to see everyone finish, we may be eating your dust and not come in till later.

A couple of suggestions that may prove useful on race day:

-If you are not familiar with the area or the course drive or ride it prior to the race.  This will hopefully clear up any surprises or questions about the route.

-On the MVC we recommend riding in the road and or sidewalk until you hit 11400 S then follow the trail located on the west side of the corridor up to 7800 S.  Some areas of the corridor restrict biking on the road so please pay attention to the signs.

-Remember there will be no official bike support so take a cell phone in case you run into trouble.

The most important thing...HAVE FUN!

Whew...any questions leave a comment or email us.  Others may have the same concerns.

See you Saturday!