WEEKLY TRANSITION 2nd JANUARY 2024 – SWIM, BIKE, RUN, READ

{preheader} [1] [1] [2] [2] Happy New Year! [hell-week-2023] ~ 2ND JANUARY 2024 ~ Happy New Year!  Can you believe it's 2024 already? Time flies when you're having a blast doing triathlons, right? We can’t help but feel the buzz of excitement in the air.  Last year, we set and smashed challenges, broke pb’s, and strengthened the bonds within our fantastic triathlon family. Now, as we stand on the starting line of 2024, we're gearing up for a year that is gonna be even more epic! Get ready for more laughs, more success, and more sweaty high-fives. Here's to a year of pushing boundaries, achieving milestones, and having a blast every stroke, pedal, and step of the way. Here's to a year of tri-ing hard and living large! Let's rock 2024! Now, let's talk about the madness that was Hell Week! Our crew embraced the challenge with open arms, smacking out a ride and run every day, and a swim, when possible, around the water quality hiccups.  It was great to see the consistency and determination on display by so many, and the spike will give you all a handy step up into the New Year.  A huge shoutout to all those who not only survived but thrived during the full 8 days of fun/torture – your resilience is truly awe-inspiring! And let's not forget to give a massive round of applause to the unstoppable Mario, who covered an epic 800kms on the bike and 80kms on those fast feet. Now that's what I call a Hell of an achievement!  Hats off to each and every one of you for turning Hell Week 2023 into a success! It's time for a friendly reality check – those events we've all been eagerly anticipating are sneaking up on us faster than we realise. The 2XU Race 3 is just around the corner, a mere 1 week and 5 days away! Followed by Race 4 in 5 weeks and 5 days, and then the Ironman 70.3 Geelong looming at 11 weeks and 5 days. It's easy to think we have all the time in the world, but the truth is, the clock is ticking. Each day lost is an opportunity missed to be at our absolute best. So, let's embrace the training, relish the journey, and let's ensure we're not just participants but truly ready come race day. Time waits for no one, and neither should we. Carpe diem. So, there’s no time like the present to jump straight into the week with our full-throttle spirit! Whether you're gearing up for the 2XU races or eyeing off 70.3 Geelong, let's make this week count and set the tone for the fantastic year ahead. Together, we've got this—TA style! READ ONLINE [3] [Elwood-Open-Water] SWIM SESSIONS THIS WEEK With MSAC not opening their doors until 8am this week, our swim sessions are moving to the bay to ensure you can still train before work. WEDNESDAY MORNING Open water session at Elwood Beach. Meet next to ELSC from 5.45am Swim to start at 6am FRIDAY MORNING Open water session at Elwood Beach. Meet next to ELSC from 5.45am Swim to start at 6am Squad swimming will resume at MSAC on Monday 8th January 2024. [MSAC-Swim-Training] SWIM SQUAD IN 2024 It feels like it's been a while since we were all together for squad, so let's recap the details as we head into the new year. MONDAYS Interval Session for All levels of swimmers Outdoor 50M Pool 4 lanes + 2 coaches 6.15pm - 7.30pm Wednesdays Interval Session for All levels of swimmers Outdoor 50M Pool 4 lanes + 2 coaches 5.45am - 7.00am Fridays  Endurance Interval Session For ALL levels of swimmers on Build Weeks Outdoor 50M Pool 3 lanes + 2 coaches 5.45am - 7.00am For INT/ADV levels of swimmers on Recovery Weeks Outdoor 50M Pool 2 lanes + 2 coaches 5.45am - 7.00am And while we're at it, there's no better time to brush up on some pool etiquette.  If you're thinking, "Hey, do I really need to know about that?" The answer is a resounding, "YES!" Not only does it make everyone's swim experience smoother than a dolphin's glide, but it also shows respect for your fellow squad members. TA's POOL ETIQUETTE FOR SWIM SQUAD [4] [membership-announcement-1-2] KEEPING YOU IN THE LOOP FOR A STRONGER 2024 Very short reminder that the new pricing structure came into effect yesterday.  Remember, this only applies to the new folks jumping on board or when you make a change to your membership. If you're keeping things as they are, no worries – your membership stays locked and loaded. SEE 2024 MEMBERSHIP PRICES [5] TIMETABLE WEEKLY TRAINING SCHEDULE *** COMPETITION PHASE - RECOVERY WEEK *** MONDAY 1ST JANUARY: New Year's Day - Public Holiday.  No coached sessions. Recovery day #1 Tuesday 2nd January: No coached sessions. Recovery day #2 Wednesday 3rd January: 6AM - All athletes - Open Water swimming at Elwood Beach. Thursday 4th January: 6:00PM - All athletes - Combo at Elwood Beach: * Short Course - a brick session of structured bike/run intervals followed by open water swim/skills. * Long Course - a brick session, beginning with an open water swim/skills session followed by a structured run set. * Running - a structured interval run set. 6:30PM - TTT#3 - Combo session at Elwood Beach. FRIDAY 5TH JANUARY: 6AM - All athletes - Open Water swimming at Elwood Beach. Saturday 6th January: 6:30AM - Long Course athletes - Long Ride towards Safety Beach. Check programs for distances. _Wear clothing appropriate to the conditions with Tri-Alliance riding gear mandatory.  __All riders must be familiar with Tri-Alliance Bunch Riding and Cycling Etiquette policy: Road Cycling Tips - Tri-Alliance Triathlon Club Melbourne [6]_ 6.45AM - Short Course & TTT#3 athletes - Combo session at Elwood Beach. An interval bike/run session with open water swim session at the end. 9:30AM - Try the Tri #4 - Introductory session. SUNDAY 7TH JANUARY: 7:00AM - All athletes - Combo session at Elwood. Long swim/Long run combo. Swim at Elwood Beach from 7am. Run from Elwood Beach at 8am. 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