Why strength training is important for all athletes
by Coach Jada As athletes we are always seeking ways to enhance and improve our performance. While we often make time for more swimming, biking and running, strength training often [...]
17 Oct
Coach Articles By Admin
01 Feb
Want to Run Faster?
by Coach Jim Levesque Running is arguably the most important discipline in triathlon. It is the last leg, takes place when the athlete is most tired, and on average has [...]
03 Dec
Maintaining Balance in Triathlon
by Coach Jim Levesque Triathlon is a sport that attracts driven and motivated people. We love the challenge, camaraderie, and the ability to test our limits as we look to [...]
30 May
Functional Strength Training for The Endurance Athlete
by Coach Vicky Being an endurance athlete requires a strong core. Here's the rub: swimming, biking and running do little to develop one. If you invest some time to improve [...]
29 Apr
Organized Rides and the Triathlete
by Coach Vicky Have you ever considered adding an organized ride into your race season? A well-timed ride can give added incentive to spend time on the bike. June 21st [...]
27 Jan
Bringing Awareness to your Swim Workout
by Coach Karli Almost everyone I’ve met over the years has said something like this upon learning about my swimming background: “Oh, you’re a swimmer? You know swimming is such [...]
17 Oct
Why strength training is important for all athletes
by Coach Jada As athletes we are always seeking ways to enhance and improve our performance. While we often make time for more swimming, biking and running, strength training often [...]
01 Feb
Want to Run Faster?
by Coach Jim Levesque Running is arguably the most important discipline in triathlon. It is the last leg, takes place when the athlete is most tired, and on average has [...]
03 Dec
Maintaining Balance in Triathlon
by Coach Jim Levesque Triathlon is a sport that attracts driven and motivated people. We love the challenge, camaraderie, and the ability to test our limits as we look to [...]
30 May
Functional Strength Training for The Endurance Athlete
by Coach Vicky Being an endurance athlete requires a strong core. Here's the rub: swimming, biking and running do little to develop one. If you invest some time to improve [...]
29 Apr
Organized Rides and the Triathlete
by Coach Vicky Have you ever considered adding an organized ride into your race season? A well-timed ride can give added incentive to spend time on the bike. June 21st [...]
27 Jan
Bringing Awareness to your Swim Workout
by Coach Karli Almost everyone I’ve met over the years has said something like this upon learning about my swimming background: “Oh, you’re a swimmer? You know swimming is such [...]
15 Jan
A Change of Course
by Elena D. Dear Boss (a.k.a. Coach Suzy), While I was feeling great at lunch and was under the delusion that I would make it through this shit show with my [...]
18 Dec
How the World of Triathlon Saved My Life!
by Marijo W. When I became a Triathlete, I knew it was a life changing decision. What I didn’t realize is was a lifesaving decision. The “C” Word On March 26th, 2018 [...]
04 Dec
FREE Weeks ET Masters Naperville – Dec 16 thru Jan 3
Want to know how an ET Masters Swim Class runs? Check out our ET Naperville Masters classes FREE over the holiday’s! This is a great way to test your skills and [...]
20 Nov
Social Outing – December 13
An evening of fun with the ET crew! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not [...]
06 Nov
I Carry a Little Suzy On My Shoulder
by Claire B. Shoulder to shoulder, chest deep in the water of Centennial Beach, we stood on the concrete wall and focused on the smiling blonde woman treading water in [...]
30 Oct
I can do ANYTHING! My Journey to The Chicago Marathon
by Debbie B. Running the Chicago Marathon for the first time took 25 years. The dream was born while watching an old boss run the Cleveland Marathon to celebrate his [...]
09 Oct
My day at the Tunnel Light Marathon
By Amy B. WARNING: If you want to run a rain-free race, do NOT sign up for any marathon that I am participating in. Based on true statistics, if you [...]
09 Oct
ET Cheer Crew logistics for The Chicago Marathon – October 13, 2019
Join the world famous ET Cheer Crew as we yell and scream for our athletes and 40,000 of their new friends at one of the greatest races on the [...]
26 Sep
Social Outing – October 11
An evening of fun with the ET crew! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not [...]
25 Sep
Any dream can be a reality!
by Lia Z. “A dream written down with a date becomes a goal. A goal broken down into steps becomes a plan. A plan backed by action makes your dreams [...]
25 Sep
Social Outing – October 11
An evening of fun with the ET crew! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not [...]
15 Sep
A Look in the Mirror – my reflection on Becoming an Ironman
by Todd H. It was the summer of 1982 when the thought of trying to be something like a triathlete first came up. A friend at the time, Cam W.and [...]
11 Sep
Just don’t quit – My day at the Mighty Mac Swim
by Bob M. First, I am overwhelmed with humility and gratitude as I look back on the Mighty Mac Swim. For me, the race was a true bucket list accomplishment. Over the [...]
21 Aug
ET Spectator’s Guide for Ironman Wisconsin 2019
First, and MOST importantly, please wear your ET shirts, jackets and hats. The ET Cheer Crew is world famous and our athletes love to see everyone flying the ET [...]
21 Aug
14 Aug
Stuck in Transition
by Brittany E. So there I was sitting across from my new boss discussing what was going well (bedside manner) and what was going less well (efficiency slowed down by [...]
07 Aug
When quitting isn’t really quitting …. the ET Way!
by Kathy S. Hello fellow Triathletes, Yesterday was the first day I actually said those words out loud “I am a triathlete”, after finishing the Olympic distance Tri at the ET [...]
31 Jul
Deciding it was time to get a Coach
By Tara G. January 1, 2019. 2 kids, self-made career, and busy life later I longed to get back to my high school and college track and field team workout [...]
31 Jul
ET Adventure Camp – SPAIN – September 16-23, 2020
We are proud and excited to announce Experience Triathlon’s 2020 adventure Camp in SPAIN! Our trip will be tailored to incorporate the best cycling routes in the Province of [...]
24 Jul
First half Ironman race experience of a lifetime!
by Jennie F. It started as a bucket list idea to complete the full Ironman by age of 40, and I got reminded of this bucket list item as I [...]
24 Jul
ET Naperville Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2019
The ET Naperville Sprint Triathlon is coming on Sunday August 4, 2019 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available on the Transition Team or Body Marking Team. If you can [...]
21 Jul
My Journey Toward ET Personal Coaching
by Trish S. This was my retirement year. After spending several years as an Illinois state employee and watching new retirees get diagnosed with stress related illnesses with some dying, [...]
10 Jul
USA Triathlon Selects ET Pleasant Prairie as host for NCAA Central Regional Qualifier
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today confirmed the four events that will be contested as part of the 2019 women’s varsity collegiate triathlon season, including three regional qualifiers [...]
26 Jun
Announcing the 2019 Monday night summer social outings
Some summer social fun with the ET crew! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not [...]
26 Jun
ET Lake Zurich Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2019
The ET Lake Zurich Triathlon is coming on Sunday July 14, 2019 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available at Body Marking, Race Morning Packet Pickup, Transition and Swim [...]
26 Jun
Ironman Wisconsin 2019 ET Hotel Room Block
We are very excited to announce that we have once again negotiated a deeply discounted hotel rate for Ironman Wisconsin. We have secured a block of rooms at this [...]
19 Jun
11 Jun
Team Dinner for Horribly Hilly Hundreds 2019
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before HHH! Here are the details: Who: Whoever would like to join us…all are welcome! What: HHH pre-ride ET Team dinner! Where: Noodles & Company, [...]
29 May
Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon selects Experience Triathlon as Official Coaching Partner
WOODRIDGE, May 28, 2019 – The Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon is pleased to announce Experience Triathlon as Official Coaching and Training Partner. The 2019 Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon takes [...]
24 May
Breaking Through at Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga
by Chris H. Without a doubt, my first thank you for Ironman Chatta 70.3 this year must go to Coach Joe LoPresto of Experience Triathlon Personal Coaching Services. My first half [...]
22 May
Experience Triathlon Names Jim Riga as Director of ET West
ET Expands Executive Team and Organization for Future Growth NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS (May 22, 2019) – Experience Triathlon, a leading endurance coaching, training and event company (www.experiencetriathlon.com), announced the promotion of [...]
13 May
Announcing New ET Tri & Cycling Wear from Zoot
We're excited to unveil these hot new Women's kits from Zoot! All items must be pre-ordered as we'll not carry inventory over the summer this year. Pre-order window closes May [...]
02 May
01 May
ET Tire Changing Clinic – May 5, 2019
Outdoor Road Riding Season is here! How are YOUR tire changing skills? Does the fear of a flat make you wince at the thought of going out on a ride [...]
01 May
Beginner’s Group Ride Etiquette Clinics
New to group rides? Not sure how it all flows? Join Coach Sarah Wangerin for a 15 minute overview of group ride etiquette and safety guidelines. Topics to include [...]
17 Apr
Zoot Fit Kit Sessions
New Women's ET Kits Coming Soon! We're redesigning the ladies tri tops, tri shorts, bike jerseys and bike shorts with Zoot. Order window will be opening in the near future once [...]
20 Feb
FREE Week ET Masters Carol Stream
Want to know how an ET Masters Swim Class runs? Check out our ET Carol Stream Masters classes FREE on March 5 and March 7! Swim sessions are from 6:00-7:00 [...]
19 Feb
Horribly Hilly Hundreds 2019 ET Hotel Room Block
We are very excited to announce that we have negotiated a discounted hotel rate for the night before Horribly Hilly Hundreds. We have secured a block of rooms at [...]
12 Feb
Pleasant Prairie June 2019 ET Hotel Room Block
If you are thinking about joining us for the traditional June Pleasant Prairie Triathlon, please take a minute to review the Experience Triathlon hotel room block information below. We have [...]
28 Jan
ET Run Club and The Arboretum
As part of the 2019 new and improved ET Run Club, we've added at least six new locations! The Arb is one of them. We thought a [...]
22 Jan
You Take What Race Day Will Give You
By Mike S. I had been looking forward to Ironman Wisconsin 2018 for a year. Some would say I was obsessed with it. Maybe I was. It was certainly one [...]
17 Dec
Social Outing – January 25 – The Piazza
An evening of fun with the ET crew! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not [...]
12 Dec
FREE Weeks ET Masters Naperville – Dec 17 thru Jan 4
Want to know how an ET Masters Swim Class runs? Check out our ET Naperville Masters classes FREE over the holiday’s! This is a great way to test your skills and [...]
28 Nov
Dropping the Rope!
By Kim S. About a year ago, I started thinking that a full Ironman may be in my future. But I also knew that, for me, the most challenging aspect [...]
31 Oct
ET Run Club moves back to Naperville on November 3
Location: Starbucks. 22 E. Chicago Ave, Naperville. Run Club is open to everyone – regardless of fitness level or running experience!! The experienced and certified coaches of Experience Triathlon invite [...]
27 Oct
If I can do it, so can you!
by Amy B. If you had asked me 5 years ago which would be more likely – me winning the Mega Millions Lottery or me finishing a marathon (let alone [...]
09 Oct
Volunteer for the 2019 ET Indoor Triathlon Series
ET Indoor Triathlon Volunteer Form - 2019 Can you say FUN!! Helping with our events is almost as much fun as doing them, and it's a great way to "give [...]
05 Oct
26 Sep
ET Cheer Crew logistics for The Chicago Marathon – October 7, 2018
Join the world famous ET Cheer Crew as we yell and scream for our athletes and 40,000 of their new friends at one of the greatest races on the [...]
02 Sep
Women and Body Image: Our Bodies are Houses for our Souls
On Sunday September 16th, LIV Ambassador Sarah Farsalas will be hosting a Liv Fall Autumn Harvest dual event that will celebrate the beauty we each have within ourselves. [...]
22 Aug
ET Spectator’s Guide for Ironman Wisconsin 2018
First, and MOST importantly, please wear your ET shirts, jackets and hats. The ET Cheer Crew is world famous and our athletes love to see everyone flying the ET [...]
08 Aug
Ironman Wisconsin 2018 Team Dinner
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before Ironman Wisconsin! Here are the details: Who: ET athletes, Club members, family and friends, including kids! We have plenty of space this [...]
24 Jul
ET Naperville Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2018
The ET Naperville Sprint Triathlon is coming on Sunday August 5, 2018 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available on the Transition Team. If you can help, please complete the [...]
24 Jul
ET Family Picnic 2018
A summer afternoon of food and fun with the ET family! - August 26 It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an afternoon of food [...]
18 Jul
A Proud Ironman 70.3
by Ganesh P. My wife Latha and I got into running in 2012 to embrace a healthy lifestyle, inspired by my brother Harish and sister in law Aparna. Over the [...]
11 Jul
Ironman 70.3 Muncie 2018 ET Team Dinner
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before Muncie 70.3! Here are the details: Who: Whoever would like to join us…all are welcome! What: Ironman 70.3 Muncie pre-race ET Team dinner! Where: [...]
25 Jun
ET Lake Zurich Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2018
The ET Lake Zurich Triathlon is coming on Sunday July 8, 2018 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available on the Transition Team, Bike Course Sprint/OLY turn point, Swim [...]
22 Jun
Pleasant Prairie 2018 ET Team Dinner
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before Pleasant Prairie! Here are the details: Who: Whoever would like to join us…all are welcome! What: Pleasant Prairie pre-race ET Team dinner! Where: Noodles [...]
12 Jun
Team Dinner for Horribly Hilly Hundreds 2018
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before HHH! Here are the details: Who: Whoever would like to join us…all are welcome! What: HHH pre-ride ET Team dinner! Where: Noodles & Company, [...]
06 Jun
Announcing the 2018 Monday night summer social outings
Some summer social fun with the ET crew! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not [...]
15 May
Announcing Beginner 5k Class – Learn to Run
This 6 week, small group workout class is designed for walkers and new runners who want to ‘learn to run’ without injury. Structured workouts and instruction at each one hour [...]
15 May
Writing My Story-Wicks
by Kirsten W. From an early age my dad always told me everything that happens in life is part of your story. Sometimes things are going to happen to further [...]
15 May
Ironman Wisconsin 2018 ET Hotel Room Block
We are very excited to announce that we have once again negotiated a deeply discounted hotel rate for Ironman Wisconsin. We have secured a block of rooms at this [...]
02 May
Announcing Run Club Move to Herrick Lake
ET Run Club moves to Herrick Lake in Wheaton - Saturday, May 5, 2018 Run Club is open to everyone – regardless of fitness level or running experience!! The [...]
10 Apr
Horribly Hilly Hundreds 2018 ET Hotel Room Block
We are very excited to announce that we have negotiated a discounted hotel rate for the night before Horribly Hilly Hundreds. We have secured a block of rooms at [...]
04 Apr
Announcing Tri 101 – An Introduction to Triathlon Seminar
Join us as we kick off the 2018 tri season with Tri 101 – Introduction to Triathlon. The seminar will be hosted by Head Coach and Race Director, Joe [...]
28 Mar
Announcing ET Bike Club First 2018 Group Ride
April 15 -- first Sunday ride -- New start time -- 8:00 a.m. Wednesday night rides start May 2 Want to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, make new friends, [...]
27 Dec
Try ET Computrainer – FREE
Have you been thinking about trying ET Computrainer? Now is your chance, and it's FREE! We are having two short classes and two long course classes in January for those [...]
20 Dec
Announcing the ET Indoor Triple Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 20, 2017 – Naperville based Experience Triathlon announces the ET Indoor Triple Award. The award recognizes athletes of all abilities who complete all three ET Indoor [...]
15 Dec
Two FREE weeks – ET Masters Naperville – Dec 26 thru Jan 5
“Our ET Masters program has seen triathlete times decrease in short distance events, which are the hardest to decrease, with a minimum of 1 second and a maximum of [...]
06 Dec
The most incredible experience – Ironman Louisville
by Jill S. To understand my story, you need to know a little about me to start. Growing up, I was never an athletic kid, I was more on the [...]
29 Nov
Glitter and Grit: The Trials and Tribulations of a First Time Marathoner in NYC
by Amy B. Dedicated to my husband Charlie for agreeing to go on this crazy journey with me and for continually pushing me. To my wonderful coach, Coach Suzy Cerra, [...]
25 Oct
Announcing ET Spring Training Camp 2018 – Tucson!
We are proud and excited to announce that we will be returning to Tucson for Experience Triathlon’s 2018 Spring Training Camp! Two days of exhilarating road rides while exploring [...]
25 Oct
Let’s vote Coach Jim Riga as Chicago’s Athlete of the Year!
Hello Team ET, As you know, Coach Jim was selected as the January/February Athlete of the Month for Chicago Athlete Magazine. Now it’s time for Jim to compete with the [...]
24 Oct
ET Holiday Party – December 8 – Aurelio’s
We are excited to announce that this year’s ET Holiday Party will be at Aurelio's Pizza in Naperville on December 8, 2017. The ET Holiday Party is an excellent way [...]
10 Oct
The Long Road Back
By Jayme C. After finishing my first half Ironman in August 2015 and having a fantastic race year overall, I herniated a disc playing touch football with my kids Thanksgiving [...]
04 Oct
ET Run Club moves back to Naperville on October 7
Location: Starbucks. 22 E. Chicago Ave, Naperville. Run Club is open to everyone – regardless of fitness level or running experience!! The experienced and certified coaches of Experience Triathlon invite [...]
27 Sep
Third Times a Charm – Ironman 3X
by Steve B. Before I share my day with you, please allow me to say thank you to several people that were a key part in getting me across the [...]
04 Sep
24 Aug
ET Spectators Guide for Ironman Wisconsin 2017
First, and MOST importantly, please wear your ET shirts, jackets and hats. The ET Cheer Crew is world famous and our athletes love to see everyone flying the ET [...]
23 Aug
The Growth Factor
by Maggie W. Today I completed the ET Naperville Sprint Triathlon for the fourth time. This is the only race I have raced each year since starting triathlon in 2014. [...]
16 Aug
Ironman Wisconsin 2017 Team Dinner
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before Ironman Wisconsin! Here are the details: Who: ET athletes, Club members, family and friends, including kids! We have plenty of space this [...]
16 Aug
6 Leadership Lessons I Learned from Triathlon Training
By Nicki Anderson. CEO. Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce I’m a runner, always have been. Well, at least for the last 35 years. Sure, there were phases while raising my [...]
09 Aug
ET Naperville Sprint Tri turn 10
Swimmers, bikers, and runners alike raced the ET Naperville Sprint Triathlon this morning at Centennial Park. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the triathlon in Naperville, over 1,900 took to the [...]
09 Aug
140.6 Miles of Smiles
by Kendra F. I’m a marathon runner. I’ve been running for years. I even Boston Qualified last year in Chicago. So what’s the next challenge? Well, it had to be an [...]
02 Aug
Don’t Worry, Be Happy
by Maggie W. This past weekend I accomplished my goal of racing in a half Ironman at Racine. However, getting there was not smooth. In fact, my journey to Racine [...]
26 Jul
The Year of First
by Sue S. Around 10-12 years ago I started doing triathlons at the encouragement of a co-worker, who has since passed away. Julie inspired me to "tri." I did and [...]
26 Jul
ET Naperville Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2017
The ET Naperville Sprint Triathlon is coming on Sunday August 6, 2017 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available on the Transition Team. If you can help, please complete the [...]
19 Jul
The Good, The Bad, The Amazing
by Emily O. As I’m sitting on a plane flanked by my mother and sister on our way to Napa for some POST Ironman R&R, I finally had the opportunity [...]
17 Jul
ET Wins Ironman Tri Club Competition at Racine 2017
ET Tri Club wins 1st place for the THIRD year in a row in the IRONMAN TriClub Division III competition at Racine 70.3! HUGE congrats to all of our Racine [...]
12 Jul
Ironman 70.3 Racine 2017 Team Dinner
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before Racine! Here are the details: Who: Whoever would like to join us…all are welcome! What: Racine pre-race ET Team dinner! Where: Noodles & Company, [...]
28 Jun
ET Lake Zurich Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2017
The ET Lake Zurich Triathlon is coming on Sunday July 9, 2017 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available on the Transition Team, Bike Course Sprint/OLY turn point, Swim [...]
23 Jun
Announcing the 2017 Monday night summer social outings
Some summer social fun with the ET crew! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not [...]
22 Jun
3 Clicks
by John D. 3 clicks? What the heck does that mean? 3 clicks was my comfort, it meant my day was wrapping up and everything for the rest of the day [...]
21 Jun
Pleasant Prairie 2017 ET Team Dinner
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before Pleasant Prairie! Here are the details: Who: Whoever would like to join us…all are welcome! What: Pleasant Prairie pre-race ET Team dinner! Where: Noodles [...]
20 Jun
ET Family Picnic 2017
R.S.V.P. deadline date is Thursday 7/20/17 at Noon!! A summer afternoon of food and fun with the ET family! - July 23 It’s not all about training and racing at Experience [...]
31 May
ET Tire Changing Clinic – June 16
Outdoor Road Riding Season is here! How are YOUR tire changing skills? Does the fear of a flat make you wince at the thought of going out on a ride [...]
16 May
Racin Fuel
by Laurie S. It was going to rain and I was not happy about it. All week, the weather had predicted anything from a drizzle to a downpour for the [...]
16 May
Lake Michigan 2017 Open Water Group Swim
Have a race this season with a challenging open water swim? Want to get more experience swimming in a large body of water with the chance of choppy waves? [...]
09 May
Central Illinois Open Water Swim Event
Looking for more open water lake swimming practice? Join Team ET as we roll down to the Central Illinois Open Water Swim (CIOWS) event on Saturday June 24, 2017. [...]