Just TRI It! Pittsburgh Sprint/Olympic Triathlon Group Coaching Program

Program Kickoff:  Saturday, May 13

Training Begins:  Saturday, May 13

Race Dates: Sat Aug 12 (Olympic) Sun Aug 13 (Sprint)  

Prices: 

·       $119:  Premium

·       $59:  Basic

TRI It Again Discount: $10 off for previous Just TRI It! participants (Email aewcoaching@gmail.com for discount code)

Are you planning to race a late July or August triathlon, such as the Pittsburgh Sprint or Olympic Triathlon this year?  Are you interested in coaching, but don’t want to commit to a one-on-one coaching service?  Here’s your chance to work with two certified triathlon coaches, have a detailed training plan to follow to prepare you for your race, and train and interact with like-minded people. 

Develop endurance, speed and confidence specifically for multi-sport racing!  If you’re serious about training for and completing the Pittsburgh Triathlon (or a late summer Sprint or Olympic race), join us to train and reach your goal with a group!  Coaches Anne-Marie Alderson and Mike Bauer will offer the support, expertise and motivation needed to keep you going strong.

TRAINING PHILOSOPHY

Basic training plan is comprised of 6 core weekly workouts (2 each swim, bike, run) with suggested add-on workout options for participants who would like to log additional training time in one or more disciplines (recommended).  Expected time for 6 workouts/week not to exceed 5-6 hours for Sprint and not to exceed 9 hours for Olympic race. 

Training plan includes thorough descriptions of all workouts.  Heart rate guidelines are provided for participants wishing to train with heart rate monitor.  Workouts will be a mix of base-building aerobic training and moderate/high intensity interval training.  Workout plans can be adapted by ability level and variations will be provided. 

Testimonials from last year’s Just TRI It! Janney & The Y North Park Sprint Tri group coaching program:

• This was one of the best experiences of my life. I have talked about wanting to do a tri for a couple of years. This year I turned 50 and decided this was the year. I never would have accomplished this goal without Anne-Marie, Mike and the rest of the group. Thank you both so much for helping me accomplish this goal!
• It was great! I really liked the other participants and the camaraderie that resulted!
• I liked having a training plan to follow and a coach to reach out to when I had questions or concerns.
• I can't recommend the Just Tri It program more than enough. The easy to follow plan can be adapted for any level, from first timers like myself all the way up to advanced.  Anne-Marie takes time to work with everyone to help improve your weaknesses like swimming(!) and maximize your strengths.  The group meet-ups and Facebook page not only helped us spread information but also kept us accountable and even created new lifetime friendships. I went from a nonswimmer to a triathlete.  Just Tri It!!

Pittsburgh Triathlon Details

Please note: Race registration fee not included in Just Tri It Coaching Program fee. 

OLYMPIC RACE - Sat, Aug 12

1500 meter swim (river) * 40 km bike * 10 km run

SPRINT RACE - Sun. Aug 13

600 meter swim (river) * 20 km bike * 5 km run

We are pleased to offer two different packages for group training:

BASIC and PREMIUM PROGRAM AMENITIES

• Complete 13-week training plan with variations for different abilities and available training time
• Train at your own pace, on your own schedule
• Access to private Facebook group for discussion, tips, motivation & Q&A with Coaches
• Professional coaches
• Weekly newsletter of tips and information exclusively for training group participants
• Optional add-on Open Water Swimming practice at Moraine State Park (extra fee required for open-water license/insurance) - Monday 5-7p in June, exact date TBD.  
• Discounted entry to Mighty Moraine Main triathlons at Moraine State Park 

**PREMIUM PROGRAM AMENITIES ONLY

• Race-day support from coaches
• 7 Coached group workouts/clinics scheduled to focus on specific aspects of triathlon training and race preparations:  

**3 Group runs + group check-in with Coaches to discuss upcoming workouts, connect with other Just Tri It! participants and get answers to any questions you have.  Southside Trail. 

• Saturday, May 13 (9:30am) – Kickoff! Run + Coffee with Coaches! 
• Sunday, June 4 (7:45am) 
• Sunday, July 9 (7:45am)

**1 Pool-based Swim clinic to develop good form and increase efficiency in the water -- North Park Pool

• Saturday, June 17 (1:00pm) 
• Note: Participants will need to pay their own entrance fee to pool (approx $6-8 cash). 

**1 Transition Clinic & group ride on Southside/GAP Trail.  Bike helmet is mandatory. 

• Saturday June 10, 7:30am – Meet in Birmingham Bridge Parking Lot
• Learn about swim – bike and bike – run transitions, and practice them (well, except for the swimming part… but you can bring cap, goggles, and wetsuit to make it more realistic!).  
• Group Ride on Southside/GAP trail  

**1 Bike + run “brick” group workout at Budd Harris Cycling Track (aka Highland Park “bike oval”) on Washington Blvd.  Bike helmet is mandatory.   

• Thursday June 1, 7:00pm

**1 Group Run on the Pgh Tri Run Course + Race Strategy session with coaches & Q & A.  Location:  Point State Park.

• Saturday Aug 5, 8:00am

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PLEASE NOTE:

Inclement weather (rain and/or thunder/lightning) cancels or modifies workouts at Coaches’ discretion.  Make-up sessions are not guaranteed. 
Locations/dates subject to change. 

PREMIUM program may be cancelled at Coaches' discretion if not enough participants are registered by May 6, 2017.  In this event, participants can choose to receive a partial refund and switch to Basic program, or to receive a Full refund.    

 IS THIS PROGRAM RIGHT FOR YOU?

To begin training for the SPRINT, it is recommended that…

• You can swim 400 yards continuously
• You are comfortable swimming in open water
• You can ride a bike for 20 minutes continuously
• You can run/walk a 5k

To begin training for the OLYMPIC race, it is recommended that…

• You can swim 800-1000 yards continuously
• You are comfortable swimming in open water
• You can ride a bike for 45 minutes continuously
• You can run a 5k

If you have any questions about which program is right for you, or what is included in each program, please email us!  aewcoaching@gmail.com