Michael Lovato Training Clinic

Triathlon Training Clinic in Austin held by pro triathlete Michael Lovato

This clinic is on March 2 and 3 – Saturday and Sunday.

We’ll be hosting it at Jack and Adam’s Bicycles at 1210 Barton Springs Road. For directions click HERE.

This clinic is aimed at helping triathletes of all abilities, and will be geared toward preparation for races of all distance: from sprint and Olympic to half iron and full 140.6.  We will cater to first timers all the way up to seasoned veterans and even triathlon coaches.

On Saturday morning at 9:30, we’ll gather for introductions and a welcome talk. We’ll then break into groups for a run around Lady Bird Lake. The specifics of this run session will be determined by ability and upcoming races.  Following the run, we’ll have a lecture and Question & Answer session that will be centered around how to prepare properly for your upcoming races, how to run well off the bike, how to tackle pacing, and what workouts are key components of a training program.

We will have a short break after the Q&A session, so that athletes can get food and move to the swim locale. We will be swimming at Barton Springs pool, orPure Austin Quarry Lake.  Prior to the swim workout, we will host the lecture and Q&A.  Our goals here will be to discuss how and where to start your next triathlon, how to best prepare for an open water swim, and we’ll discuss a few key swim workouts that should be repeated in your build-up to the next full, half, olympic, or sprint triathlon.

After the swim session, we will break for the day. Suggestions and opportunities for group dining will be offered – as many of you know, the Austin restaurant scene has many great choices!

Sunday morning will begin with a 7:30 gathering at Jack and Adam’s for coffee and a pre-ride talk.  By 8:00 a.m. we’ll begin our group ride. As with the run, distances and ride specifics will be determined based on ability, training goals, and upcoming races.  There will be a plan for everyone.  Upon completion of the ride  - 90minutes to 3hrs – we will regroup at J&A’s to refuel. We will have First Endurance products on hand before, during and after each session.  And your recovery needs will be quickly addressed with Ultragen for each rider.  (We will also plan to offer some real food to complement your recovery… )

Following the ride, we will again offer a lecture and Q&A session.  This is your chance to learn some very effective approaches to properly training for your next triathlon, as well as to address any specific questions you may have.  Come prepared to ask, listen, and compare notes with your fellow athletes.  Any question is a good question!

To close out our clinic, we will be hosting an awards ceremony, at which point, Lovato Performance will be handing out giveaways and goodies to each deserving attendee.

Other opportunities:

• Demo CycleOps PowerTap Wheels
• Sample the entire First Endurance line of products
• Shop at Jack & Adam’s Bicycles
• Receive swag from RoadID and other Team Lovato sponsors

As mentioned before, this clinic is aimed at helping triathletes of all abilities, and will be geared toward preparation for races of all distance: from sprint and Olympic to half iron and full 140.6.  We will cater to first timers all the way up to seasoned veterans and even triathlon coaches.

To sign up, please email Michael here: vatolovato@gmail.com.  You will receive a confirmation email with a link to the PayPal payment option.

2012 Kerrville Triathlon Event Guide

The 2012 Kerrville Event Guide has been published and may be viewed at http://kerrvilletri.com/athletes_participant_guide.asp

The event guide has everything you need to know about the event, including maps, travel info, and details on packet pickup and the expo.

A hard copy of the guide will be included in each participant goody bag.

H-E-B named presenting sponsor of The Kerrville Triathlon H-E-B named presenting sponsor of The Kerrville Triathlon H-E-B named presenting sponso

Austin, Texas (March, 2012) – High Five Events, Jack & Adam’s Bicycles, and Ryan Sanders Entertainment are proud to announce H-E-B as a presenting sponsor of The Kerrville Triathlon, to be held in Kerrville, Texas on September 30-31, 2012.

The Kerrville Triathlon is a two day festival that boasts three triathlons of varying distances, a kids fun run, and a health and fitness expo that begins on the 29^th. The triathlons offered are the Sprint distance (400m swim, 11-mile bike and 2 mile run), Olympic distance (1500m swim, 40 kilometer bike and 10 kilometer run), and Half Distance (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike and 13.1 mile run) which makes the event appeal to beginners and veteran triathletes alike. The Kerrville Triathlon is produced by Austin, Texas based High Five Events.

“We think being healthy and active should be fun, and not a chore”, says Dan Carroll of High Five Events. “We love triathlon and we think it is a perfect goal for those looking to make a change and lead a healthy lifestyle. Our events are designed as a challenge to people all abilities and backgrounds, and also to be a celebration of fitness. They are known for being a lot of fun. We are thrilled to partner with H-E-B on our biggest events. Together we hope to show many people a fun path to health and fitness.”

“We at H-E-B are excited about helping Texans fight the war against obesity by finding new ways to enjoy physical activity! As we partner with High Five Events with the Republic of Texas Triathlon in Corpus Christi and the Kerrville Triathlon, we are proud to support opportunities for Texans to Tri-it!”, says Craig Boyan, President & Chief Operating Officer, H-E-B Grocery Company.

Proceeds from this event and the Republic of Texas Triathlon will benefit ACTIVE Life (http://www.activelifehq.org/) and several other non-profits and fitness programs.

About High Five Events

High Five Events is a multi-sport event production company and the official race director for Jack & Adam’s Bicycles events. High Five Events produces many of the largest triathlons in Texas and provides event management consulting and equipment leasing services to over 30 events per year. www.highfiveevents.com

About Jack and Adam’s Bicycles

Located in Austin, TX, Jack and Adam’s Bicycles is a complete triathlon and road cycling store. Founded in 2004, it has been voted Best Triathlon Store in Texas every year since its inception. The store is renowned for its friendly service, incredible product support, and community involvement. www.jackandadams.com

About Ryan Sanders Entertainment

Ryan-Sanders Entertainment, a division of Ryan-Sanders Baseball, is the company’s special events arm. Ryan-Sanders entertainment has produced concerts, music festivals, boxing, professional soccer and professional women’s fast pitch softball at The Dell Diamond in Round Rock and Corpus Christi’s Whataburger Field. Whataburger Field is home of the Corpus Christi Hooks, the most successful professional sports franchise in Coastal Bend history. The Hooks have drawn over 3,000,000 fans in their seven-year existence.

About H-E-B

H-E-B, with sales of more than $16 billion, operates more than 330 stores in Texas and Mexico. Known for its innovation and community service, H-E-B celebrated its 107 anniversary in 2012. Recognized for its fresh food, quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience at everyday low prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs more than 76,000 Partners and serves millions of customers in more than 150 communities.

www.heb.com

Event Website

`www.kerrvilletri.com

2011 Kerrville Triathlon Participant Guide

The 2011 Participant Guide is now published at: http://www.kerrvilletri.com/athletes_participant_guide.asp

Kerrville Tri: Hotel Rooms are Available!

As of today the following accommodations are available event weekend:

Big Texan Inn

Days Inn of Kerrville

Guadalupe RV Park

Kerrville Schreiner Park

Registration will remain open through at least Friday, September 30th.

Kerrville Water Quality & Swim Update

High Five Events is pleased to announce that the swim portion of the Kerrville Triathlon will take place as planned. The water is adequate depth for swimming and the Upper Guadalupe River Authority (UGRA) tests show that the bacteria levels in the water represent a low risk.

Observations by the event staff found the water visibility is about 5ft and there is little to no debris in the water. There are a few stumps and branches that have been exposed due to the low water level, but those will be removed prior to the triathlon. The preliminary water temperature is 77 degrees.

The low water levels make access to the water difficult from the shore line at the location of the swim start and swim finish. Special ramps will be built for the triathlon to provide easy access into and out of the water.

The Upper Guadalupe River Authority (www.UGRA.org) conducts Swimability Studies on a weekly basis throughout the summer. The latest test on September 6, 2011 shows that the levels are well below the threshold level considered safe for swimming. The test results may be viewed here: http://www.ugra.org/pdfs/Swimability2011.pdf. The location of the Kerrville Triathlon swim is the UGRA Dam. UGRA will conduct a test the week prior to the triathlon.

World-Class Triathlon Coming to Corpus Christi

World-Class Triathlon Coming to Corpus Christi

Event to Offer Great Experience for Beginners and Veterans

(Corpus Christi, TX) – Officials from the City of Corpus Christi, High Five Events, Jack & Adam’s Bicycles, and Ryan-Sanders Entertainment announced a world-class triathlon coming to CorpusChristi on April 14^th & 15^th of 2012.

The Republic of Texas Triathlon Festival will feature sprint, Olympic and half-distance triathlon events, along with an expo and city-wide health and fitness challenge.

The triathlon will be produced by Austin, Texas-based High Five Events, whose principals were in town Monday for the announcement.

“Growing up in Sinton and working on the Corpus Christi beaches for many years, I have always known that downtown Corpus Christi would be the perfect place for a triathlon. We are excited to showcase the city with an event that all of Corpus Christi can be proud of,”Jack Murray said.

Said Dan Carroll, Murray’s partner in High Five Events: “Corpus Christi offers a venue with fantastic spectator opportunities and the city’s infrastructure is ideal for hosting a large triathlon.”

The weekend festival consists of three separate events. The sprint distance is a 400-meter swim, an 11-mile bike, and a two-mile run, ideal for first-time triathletes. The Olympic and half-distance events offer a more challenging experience for the seasoned triathlete. Rounding out the weekend festival are events for the entire family, including a health and fitness expo and a fun run for kids.

The event starts at the barge dock parking area in front of the American Bank Center. The finish for all events is located nearby at the newly-constructed Bayfront Park.

Proceeds from the event benefit STARRS Bike for Kids and other fitness programs. STARRS (South Texas Area Runners and Riders) is the region’s largest multi-sport organization.

About Dan Carroll & High Five Events:

Dan is a Level 2 certified USAT race director, one of only 25 in the entire United States, and co-founder of High Five Events.

High Five Events is a multi-sport event production company and the official race director for Jack & Adam’s Bicycles events. High Five Events produces many of the largest triathlons inTexas and provides event management consulting and equipment leasing services to over 30 events per year. www.highfiveevents.com

About Jack Murray & Jack & Adam's Bicycles:

Jack is head mechanic for the USA Triathlon and owner of Jack & Adam’s Bicycles.

Located in Austin, Jack & Adam’s Bicycles is a complete triathlon and road cycling store. Founded in 2004, it has been voted Best Triathlon Store in Texas every year since its inception. The store is renowned for its friendly service, incredible product support, and community involvement. www.jackandadams.com

About Ryan-Sanders Entertainment

Ryan-Sanders Entertainment, a division of Ryan-Sanders Baseball, is the company’s special events arm. Ryan-Sanders entertainment has produced concerts, music festivals, boxing, professional soccer and professional women’s fast pitch softball at The Dell Diamond in Round Rock and Corpus Christi’s Whataburger Field. Whataburger Field is home of the Corpus Christi Hooks, the most successful professional sports franchise in Coastal Bend history. The Hooks have drawn over 3,000,000 fans in their seven-year existence.

Event Website

http://www.republicoftexastri.com/

Texas Hill Country Gets New Kerrville Triathlon Festival

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Need a New Year's Resolution? Try the new Texas Tri Series

Looking to put some strong commitments behind your New Year's resolution to stay fit & healthy? The Texas Tri Series might be just what you are looking for. The original premise behind the creation of the series was to provide motivation for anyone to stay fit and active throughout the year. The idea was to tie together some of the regions best events into a series that would be fun and competitive, but achievable by anyone. We also wanted to put out a strong enough reward, the Texas Tri Series Finisher Party, so that it would help get you out of bed for that morning run or stop you from eating the 3rd slice of pie.

2011 looks to be the best Texas Tri Series yet. It's the 5th annual series, so the party will be sure to be good, plus there are some exciting changes and additions:

• The Rookie Triathlon -The signature kickoff to the triathlon season has been moved a few weeks earlier to April 17th, and to a new venue near Austin. The event was moved for 2 reasons. First, we wanted the Rookie to be the first event of the season for most everyone. Second, we needed a venue that could accommodate more people. The Rookie has become so popular that many first time triathletes were being shut out because all the triathlon "veterans" also wanted to do the event. The new venue allows us to host both a true "Rookies" event for first timers, and there is a "veterans" race for all the experienced triathletes.
• A sixth event has been added to the Texas Tri Series lineup, the Lake Pflugerville Triathlon on June 19th. We've had our eye on this event since it started, and we think it will make a great addition. The Pflugerville tri community puts on a well organized, safe, and fun event.
• Last, there will be a new anchor event to the series. It will now be the Kerrville Triathlon festival, on October 1-2. This new event will bring a new long course triathlon to Texas hill country on an outstanding course with a downtown finish. There's also a sprint event the day before. We'll have more info posted soon.

Don't forget that you must register for the Texas Tri Series before June 1, 2011. It's free! Second, you must register for each of the events individually. Some of the events are sure to sell out so register early. There are early bird registration discounts too. Why wait?