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When Iron Is a Precious Metal |
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Written by CHRISTIE ASCHWANDEN (NY Times: Published: September 11, 2008)
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Friday, 12 September 2008 11:21 |
 Arnd Wiegmann/Reuters PRICEY Even at $525, slots sell out for Ironman races with the M-dot logo (on the banner above). CONSIDER it the Jaguar of recreational athletic pursuits. The triathlon is a sport that has grown increasingly expensive in the last five years. Entry fees for the sport’s premier Ironman-branded events have risen 40 percent since 2003. But even at $525 for a standard Ironman entry, the price has not put a dent in demand. |
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Written by Jim "Jolly" Rogers
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Tuesday, 08 July 2008 23:31 |
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Recently I was listening to an episode of Ironman Talk, one of my favorite pod casts, hosted by two triathletes from New Zealand. A topic of the day: mental toughness. I recalled their conversation while on a long run through First Landing Park and though my focus shifted as the horseflies began to nibble on my exposed skin, mental toughness is lingering in my mind.Mental toughness. We all want it, but what is it and how do athletes grow it? Some folks speak of mental toughness as not letting someone inside their head i.e. breaking them. I suggest that mental toughness is the ability to focus intently on executing your athletic performance in spite of mental distraction or physical discomfort. What qualities do mentally tough athletes share? While the below is certainly not a complete list, it hits the high points. |
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Last Updated on Friday, 24 October 2008 08:55 |
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Written by Brian M.
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Thursday, 12 October 2006 10:00 |
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Final Kick is proud to serve the Hampton Roads triathlon community for over ten years. In addition to hosting casual group runs and rides, we offer training clinics and personal workout services, and host an online community forum for athletes of all ages and competitive levels. We are your one-stop shop for triathlon gear and information. We are happy to help you pick the proper apparel or equipment for your training or competitive needs. Final Kick has recently launched a Running Team, which has gained immediate popularity. Over 130 local runners enjoy the comraderie of the team by participating in group workouts, running in local races together, and volunteering for running events. Final Kick is also proud to sponsor the Final Kick Triathlon Club, which launched in December 2006. The Triathlon Club welcomes all triathletes, from newbies to experienced triathletes, from those who compete in Sprints to Ironman events. TheTri Club is a great way to meet other triathletes, enjoy group workouts, and motivate fellow club members at triathlons around the country. We welcome you to browse our newly redesigned website for information on our services and staff, upcoming clinics and races in the area, and informative articles on proper training and workout techniques. You can also shop online with Final Kick, select your triathlon gear from a wide selection of top brands like Adidas, Brooks, Mizuno, Saucony, Nike, and Asics for shoes, XTERRA and Blue Seventy for swim gear, and Cervelo, Guru, and Quintana Roo for bicycles. For triathlon updates and sales information, sign up for the mailing list, and if you are looking for a workout partner or a group run/ride, join on online forum. |
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 21 May 2008 18:23 |
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A Road Bike? But I’m a Triathlete! |
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Written by Jim "Jolly" Rogers
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Monday, 12 April 2004 09:54 |
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You have just completed your first, or your tenth, season of triathlon on your trusty tri steed and you ask yourself, “Do I really need two bikes?” To be perfectly honest, you do not NEED two bikes, but owning two bicycles could help to make you a better cyclist and triathlete. Before we go much further, it would be wise to discuss the difference between road and tri bikes. |
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Last Updated on Thursday, 21 August 2008 13:48 |
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Written by Jim “Jolly” Rogers
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Wednesday, 07 July 2004 09:54 |
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Club members Brian McCune, Joel Bell, and Jim “Jolly” Rogers recently attended a “Training with Power” seminar given by Hunter Allen. Hunter is a former professional cyclist for the Navigators team and raced for over 17 years in Europe, South America, the U.S., and Canada. |
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Last Updated on Thursday, 21 August 2008 13:47 |
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