WEEKLY TRANSITION 5th JUNE 2018 – SWIM, RIDE, RUN, READ

{preheader} [tri-alliance-corp-logo-2016] Training [1]    Timetable [2]     The-Huddle [3]   TriShop [4]    Services [5]    Contact Us [6] WEEKLY TRANSITION 5th JUNE 2018 – SWIM, BIKE, RUN, READ The great Tri Alliance Vic read that everyone stops for! Get all the latest news, weekly specials from our other great sites and the all important weekend sessions READ ONLINE [7] RACE WEEK IS HERE [ironman-cairns-athletes-2] The time has come!  Time for our long course athletes to take on the feat of Ironman Cairns this weekend.  Cairns hosts the Asia Pacific Championships, adding another level of prestige to this event and depth into this field.  We are so excited for all our athletes, who have been working consistently over the last couple of months to get themselves to the start line.  Each of our athletes has their own story, their own battles, their own successes, their own way of experiencing their Ironman journey and they've made their own way to this day.  If you get a chance, you should take some time to speak with our crew; they really do have some amazing stories to tell and can give you an incredible insight into their world.  HUGE good luck to them all and may the seas be kind, the wind at your back and the crowds there to lift you through the day.  Check out the link below to see all our athletes racing.    Thinking about FNQ and warmer places, a trip to Thailand is just around the corner for many of our athletes.  Thanyapura truly is something amazing and every triathlete's dream.  This 10-day camp will not only be an incredible opportunity to take your training and racing to the next level, but also a life experience to treasure.  Read the testimonials and make sure you get your name on the list asap! [8]  For those of us planning out a slightly cooler training regime over Winter, we thought it was a good time to explore what's out there to help us have fun, build towards our goals and keep us motivated.  Read all about the duathlon series, upcoming runs and let us know what you're doing so we can get a tribe together.  After all, training is WAAAAAY more fun with friends! Speaking about fun.....let's have some fun by moving our ride this weekend #NotBeachRd.  It's about time we start taking on some hills, so the long weekend is the perfect time for this.  We are going to meet in Mordialloc (there's heaps of all day parking - check deets below) and head down to Safety Beach, Red Hill and Arthur's Seat (depending on abilities).  We'll be leaving at 7:30am, but arrive a bit early so we can be clear on groups and directions.  Small piece of advice - bring plenty of nutrition (yes, you'll get hungry!), spares and enough clothing to keep warm (Winter jackets are on sale...hint, hint!).  I'm looking forward to this one!        We'd also like to bring your attention to the segment below, regarding Triathlon Victoria and club affiliation.  There is much to discuss (too much for here), so keep reading to understand our position moving forward and how this impacts (or doesn't) you.  And before we let you go....a short message from our Ed-bassador:  _"Hi folks!  It's winter time again, yaaaaaayyyy! The perfect time for hot cups of tea, mulled wine, some training in very special venues (mountains/ parks/ roads) and, of course, movies and popcorn!  We are putting together a series of recommendations of movies and videos to keep us all inspired and focused in our training and to have a very good relaxing (and warm) time on the couch." _Be sure to check that one out, as well as their blog on training while sick - should you or shouldn't you?!?! Enough already....I feel like we've been here for too long...so it's time for you to get a wriggle on and   R.E.A.D   O.N  ! WEEKEND WRAP UP [9] IRONMAN CAIRNS ATHLETE START LIST [10] AMBASSADOR'S ANTICS [ambassadors-antics-13] #AdventuresOfSharkAndSteph _Hi champs, __I hope you are all well (and warm). __Unfortunately, sometimes our body decides to be sick. As much as this can happen to all of us at any time, the weather is getting colder, shorter and darker in the southern hemisphere this time of the year. So, what to do in case we get a cold or a flu? Should we still train? How to make decisions? __Last month, HeadUp Labs put together a very interesting article about it. You should read it.  __Best,  __Eddy._ TO EXERCISE IN SICKNESS OR JUST IN HEALTH? [11] THANYAPURA THAILAND CAMP [thanyapura-thailand-training-camp] Now Is The Time   ~ The Ultimate Training Experience ~ Join us in Thailand between July 27 - August 5, 2018. _"I used this camp in preparation for the Ironman 70.3 World Championships in Mooloolaba. This camp exceeded all my expectations. Absolutely loved it. Everything included, it really is an athlete's dream there. I was able to get my fitness to the next level and learn a few things along the way like my sweat rate/sodium losses."_ Take your triathlon performance to the next level with expert coaches, professional triathletes & World Champ qualifiers. Tri-Alliance in partnership with Thanyapura Health & Sports Resort [12], offers athletes of all ages, abilities and fitness levels from around the globe the opportunity to experience triathlon training like you’ve never imagined. With 4-star accommodation, all meals, coaching and testing included over 10 action-packed days, athletes are treated to the life of a professional athlete with incredible facilities to indulge in. This resort is fully inclusive, meaning there is no more to pay. TELL ME MORE - BOOKINGS NOW DUE [8] TRIATHLON VICTORIA [tri-alliance-triathlon-training-squad] [13] Squad and Club Affiliation You may have seen a lot of marketing recently regarding Triathlon Victoria/Australia membership for athletes, as we hit the time of the year when renewals are due.  Triathlon Australia members receive _“a membership package to enhance their triathlon experience.”  _These benefits are all outline on the TA website and membership is available to any athlete who chooses to take it up.  It is also at this time of year, that Tri Clubs and Squads need to decide on their affiliation.  Tri Alliance has chosen not to affiliate with Triathlon Victoria this season, largely due to concerns with the terms and conditions of the contract issued to clubs. Triathlon Victoria stipulates that affiliated clubs, “Agrees that all individual club members will become members of Triathlon Australia and be registered on the ActiveWorks Membership system”.  This means, ALL Tri Alliance athletes would also need to hold a Triathlon Australia membership.  It is our belief that this constitutes Third Line Forcing and does not align with our core values.  We simply cannot enforce this.  From our perspective, it does not seem fair or reasonable that we impose an additional expense to our athletes, restricting your right to choose, or that we are to withhold our services to you as our client, if you do not comply.  We’ve spoken to the ACCC and they are looking in to this further (which of course we will update you on), acknowledging that it seems “very grey and vague”.  We have many athletes, who do not see benefit (for them personally) to have this additional membership; perhaps they only race once or twice a year, maybe they are short-term athletes, are happy to pay race-day licenses or maybe they are not concerned about the additional values (e.g. Aus. Team selection), so it seems unfair to expect these athletes to have to take out an additional membership regardless of their circumstances.  The choice, either way, should be individual, and not conditional. So, what does this mean for you?  Tri Alliance has always maintained, and will continue to do so, a level of insurance up and above that of Triathlon Australia, to cover you while training at our sessions.  We encourage all of you to have a read of the Triathlon Australia membership benefits and go ahead with it if it appeals to you.  If you want to support the governing body to help develop triathlon in Australia, like the sound of the additional insurance cover, the race-day membership fees, if you would like to be considered for selection for an Australian Team, if you want to be recognised at a State Championship event or to collect State Series points (or for any other reasons not listed here), you will need to have Triathlon Australia membership.  Of course, you can still be part of Tri Alliance AND have all these benefits, they are not mutually exclusive and everything will still be available to you.  Please note, your Triathlon Australia membership fee will be slightly higher. We hope this has made our beliefs and intentions clear and that you understand that all options remain open and on the table for each and every one of you.  If you would like to discuss this further, we encourage you to call the office and have a chat, especially if there’s something you don’t fully understand. TRIATHLON AUSTRALIA MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS [14] WINTER CYCLING [winter-cycling-jacket] [15] Are You Keeping Warm This Winter? How about those frosty mornings this weekend....Hello Winter! Well, you should have heard by now, 'there’s no such thing as bad weather – just bad clothing choices'. And we may have seen some...errrmmm...interesting choices over the weekend! When you’re riding on a cold, frosty, wet or windy day, you want to be as warm and as comfortable as you can. I had a look over the weekend at our Winter Cycling Jackets and saw that there's not many left. Don't leave it until it's too late if you need one of these as new stock will not be here to keep you warm this winter! And they are heavily discounted, so this'll be the best $60 you spend this winter! DISCOUNTED WINTER JACKETS - YES PLEASE!!! [15] REMIND ME WHAT TO WEAR FOR WINTER CYCLING [16] DUATHLON SERIES [triathlon-victoria-duathlon-series] [17] Winter Racing Opportunities Have you given any thought to what you might do over Winter?  Have you heard about Duathlons?  Do you want to compliment your triathlon season and keep race fit?  Well, Triathlon Victoria released their 2018 Duathlon dates during the week, so now you can start planning your assault!  Let the coaches know if this is something you'd like to be involved in or want more information about. "_Bring some colour into your winter training with the 2018 Victorian Duathlon Series!  Proudly supported by Pilates For Sports [18], the Victorian Duathlon Series will bring a bit of colour into your 2018 winter training. Early bird registrations opening soon!"_ TRIATHLON VICTORIA DUATHLON SERIES [17] MELBOURNE RUNNING [tri-alliance-running] Do You Want a Run Goal Over Winter? Having a run goal over winter is a good way to work on your fitness, technique and run-specific strength, as well as incorporating a training spike as you build to an event, practising your race prep and giving yourself some Winter motivation to keep you getting out the door.  So........we want to know who's in?  It's so much more fun training in a group, so let's start a roll call so we can get a little #squadgoals happening! Melbourne is the sporting capital of the world, and as a result you can always find a running event to fit your needs. But with so many going on, it's easy to get confused.  I found the website below super helpful in finding all the running events around town.  Take a look! Also, did you know that you can have a specific run program attached to your current program to help you meet your goals?  So, if you're planning on hitting the trails or the pavement anytime soon, shoot me an email so we can get a gang together! MELBOURNE FUN RUNS [19] WHO'S DOING WHAT? [20] EMAIL BONDY POPCORN [Popcorn] [21] What to Watch This Winter - Eddy's Picks As last weekend we had the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) fun run at Albert Park, an event to raise money towards beating MS, my first recommendation to you is the movie '100 Meters'.  This awesome movie is based on the incredible true story of a Spanish man with multiple sclerosis who tried to finish an Iron-Man: 3,8 km swimming, 180 km cycling and 42 km running. And he was told that he could not make 100 metres. For those who don't know what MS is, Multiple sclerosis is a chronic and often debilitating disease which attacks the central nervous system (the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves). It is the most common neurological disease in young adults and often attacks people at the time of their lives when they are planning families and building a career. The average age of diagnosis is between 20 and 40 years of age, although symptoms may begin much earlier, and three out of four people living with multiple sclerosis are women. Where can you watch it? NETFLIX [100-meters] [22] 100 METERS [22] OUR PARTNER'S PLATFORM [giant_south_yarra_team] [21] Giant South Yarra Looking to get yourself into the best gear around?  Look no further than GIANT South Yarra, who this week have some pretty slick deals for our Tri Alliance athletes.  First up is the 2017 LIV Avow Advanced Pro 0. _"PERFECT FIT, EASE OF ADJUSTMENT AND AERODYNAMICS CREATE AN UNSTOPPABLE TRIFECTA IN THE WORLD’S FIRST TRULY WOMEN’S-SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE TRIATHLON BIKE"._ [giantsth-yarra] [23] [giant-sth-yarra] [24] CHECK OUT GIANT SOUTH YARRA [21] UPCOMING TRAINING SESSIONS Thursday 7 June - Run Session 6:15pm [run] * With Coach Ollie @ The Tan * With Coach Greg @ Essendon  * For all athletes * Be ready to run on time * Check timetable [25]for meeting locations Friday 8 June - Swim Session 5:45am [swim] * With Coach Weekesy &  Coach Dan * For all athletes * Be ready to hit the water on time * Check timetable [25]for meeting locations Saturday 9 June - All Rides 7:30am [bike] * With Coaches Ollie, Greg & Bondy * All athletes welcome * Meet in Mordialloc at Attenborough Par Car Park (Google it) * Be early enough to listen to pre-session briefing * Distance according to ability/race goals * Ensure you carry all spares, leavers, CO2, money & phone * Check timetable  [25]for meeting locations Sunday 10 June - Long Run 8:00am [run] * With Coach Ollie from MSAC front enterance * With Coach Greg from Fairfield Park Boathouse (Car Park) * For all athletes * Be ready to run on time * Bring warm clothing to complete functional strength, stretching and technique activities Monday 11 June - No Sessions [no-training] * Queen's Birthday public holiday * No coached sessions [tri-alliance-corp-logo-2016] You can get help quickly and easily. 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