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 [...]
01 Feb
Coach Articles By Admin
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
08 May
ET Run Club moves to Herrick Lake Wheaton
ET Run Club moves to Herrick Lake in Wheaton - Saturday, May 13, 2017 Run Club is open to everyone – regardless of fitness level or running experience!! The [...]
02 May
Announcing Experience Triathlon University
NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS (May 1, 2017) - Experience Triathlon, a leading endurance coaching, training and event company (www.experiencetriathlon.com), announced today the Experience Triathlon University (ETU). ETU is a multifaceted resource [...]
25 Apr
Finding #runlove
by Amy B. I do not like to be told I can’t do something. So when I suggested to my husband last Fall that I wanted to do the Naperville [...]
25 Apr
Pleasant Prairie 2017 ET Hotel Room Block
If you are thinking about joining us for the Pleasant Prairie Triathlon, please take a minute to review the Experience Triathlon hotel room block information below. We have secured a [...]
05 Apr
2017 Bike Club and Tri Club Group Rides Start April 30
April 30 — Commissioners Park Naperville Want to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, make new friends, ride in a safe group environment, be supported by ET certified ride [...]
22 Mar
Tire Changing Clinic – April 2
Outdoor Road Riding Season (in maybe just 2-layers of clothing versus 5) is just around the corner here in Chicagoland! How are YOUR tire changing skills? Does the fear [...]
22 Mar
Social Outing – March 31 – Rock Bottom
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 [...]
01 Mar
Yellow Dot Clearance Sale!
Announcing a fantastic sale on all remaining yellow dot cycling and triathlon tops and shorts! Originally these uniform items priced above $70. Now all items are only $49 while [...]
20 Jan
ET Team Jackets Re-order
We are going to try and place a jacket re-order on January 26. Due to high demand for these jackets across the country, stock and sizes might be limited [...]
03 Jan
USA Triathlon selects ET Batavia Duathlon as 2017 Regional Championship race
USAT Mideast Council and the Race Bid Selection Committee congratulates race director, Joe LoPresto, on being selected to host the 2017 Regional Duathlon Sprint Championship race on June 11, [...]
21 Dec
Announcing 2017 Indoor Cycling Time Trials
2017 Indoor Cycling Time Trial Series presented by The Labs USA and Experience Triathlon Indoor cycling time trials are an excellent opportunity for all athletes who are looking to take [...]
06 Dec
Team ET returns to 2017 Memphis in May Triathlon
It is our pleasure to announce that we will be returning to Memphis In May this year as our Team kick-off race of the season, and we're excited to [...]
22 Nov
Announcing New ET Team Jackets – Order Today!
We are excited to announce our 2017 custom embroidered ET Team jackets. These midweight, breathable Nike Shield jackets are perfect for running and the Run Club coffee socials, or [...]
15 Nov
14 Nov
Ironman Wisconsin 2017 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 [...]
09 Nov
Being Grateful – My Journey to Ironman Louisville
by Chad B. Five years ago I was standing in the men's department at Sears staring at the clothes rack in disbelief. I knew I needed size 38 pants because [...]
02 Nov
My Journey to Ironman Wisconsin
by Robert D. Looking for a change in my life, I started running about five years ago. When I first started I couldn’t run a block if my life depended [...]
24 Oct
ET Holiday Party – December 9 – Aurelio’s
We are excited to announce that this year’s ET Holiday Party will be at Aurelio's Pizza in Naperville on December 9, 2016. The ET Holiday Party is an excellent way [...]
20 Oct
Becoming Unlimited – The Road to Ironman 70.3 Augusta
by Elena D. My journey to Augusta can be summed up with the above two phrases. The first: You are unlimited. You are unlimited came to me through my coach, [...]
19 Oct
Preview Party – Remodeled ET CompuTrainer Studio
Have you heard the rumor? Yep, it’s true!!! ET has a completely upgraded and AMAZING CompuTrainer studio. Professionally designed by Emily Ory and furnished by her company, Corporate Concepts. Painting, [...]
19 Oct
Performance Testing Research Study – Call for Volunteers
Dr Craig Broeder, ET Director of Performance Testing, is looking for volunteers in two upcoming research projects. The projects are related to ATP Supplement and BEET Nitrate Supplement. Volunteer benefits [...]
13 Oct
I couldn’t help but smile – My journey to Ironman Wisconsin
by Dave J. It’s been a couple weeks since I was standing on the helix looking out over a lake as smooth as glass thinking about what was about to [...]
11 Oct
I’m a Believer – My Journey to Border Wars 70.3
by Dick J. Ok, so have you really ever eaten crow, or had a huge helping of humble pie???? Well this past year I am happy to say that I [...]
30 Sep
Experience Triathlon Names Sarah Farsalas as Director of Cycling Programs
ET Expands Executive Team and Aligns Organization for Future Growth NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS (September 30, 2016) – Experience Triathlon, a leading endurance coaching, training and event company (www.experiencetriathlon.com), announced today the [...]
27 Sep
Safety First! A free run safety clinic
In light of the recent runner attack on the prairie path in Wheaton, ET is hosting a free run safety clinic on Saturday October 1 presented by Elena D. [...]
26 Sep
Relax on the swim, be patient on the bike, and rock the run – My journey to the Ironman
By Jeff D. How do you write a blog about the last nine plus months of your life? Where do you even start? Where do you finish? Well, I know [...]
20 Sep
ET Run Club returns to Naperville September 24
After months of summertime run fun on the trails of Herrick Lake Forest Preserve, we return to Starbucks on Chicago Ave in downtown Naperville for our winter season ET [...]
14 Sep
ET Tri Club wins Ironman TriClub Division II competition, for the second year in a row!
ET Tri Club wins 1st place in the IRONMAN TriClub Division II competition at Ironman Wisconsin for the second year in row!! HUGE congrats to all of our Ironman Wisconsin [...]
02 Sep
Great deals from our sponsor XTERRA Wetsuits!
Check out these amazing offers from our club sponsor XTERRA Wetsuits! Be sure to use our club code CO-EXPTRI in their checkout page to get the discounts. Click here to start [...]
31 Aug
ET Spectators Guide for Ironman Wisconsin 2016
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
Social Outing – September 30 – The Foundry
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 [...]
10 Aug
Conquering a rain soaked course and crazy run hills at the Door County Half Iron
by Jeff P. I debated about writing a blog post about a race that could have been another one of those races we all tuck away in our memory and [...]
03 Aug
Ironman Wisconsin 2016 Team Dinner
Announcing a Team dinner opportunity for the night before Ironman Wisconsin! Here are the details: Who: Whoever would like to join us…all are welcome, including kids! What: Ironman Wisconsin pre-race Team dinner! Where: [...]
03 Aug
Becoming a Triathlete
by Marijo W. My name is Marijo. I’m a triathlete. I am a triathlete. At times, I still feel weird telling people that. Not only because this is still a [...]
27 Jul
Nutter Butters and Defogger: Never leave home without them!
By Kirsten J. When I started out on my journey to Muncie Ironman 70.3, I had just finished out my 2015 season of a few sprints, and had witnessed my [...]
27 Jul
ET Naperville Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2016
The ET Naperville Sprint Triathlon is coming on Sunday August 7, 2016 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available on the Transition Team. If you can help, please complete the [...]
20 Jul
Team is spelled ET
by Traci K. Coach Joe regularly talks about the world famous ET Cheer Crew and #ETsn80, but I never really knew what that meant until this season. First a bit [...]
20 Jul
Team ET wins Ironman Tri Club competition at Racine!
ET Tri Club wins 1st place for the second year in a row in the IRONMAN TriClub Division II competition at Racine 70.3! HUGE congrats to all of our Racine [...]
13 Jul
Ironman 70.3 Racine 2016 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, [...]
29 Jun
ET Family Picnic 2016
R.S.V.P. deadline date extended to Tuesday 7/19/16 A summer afternoon of food and fun with the ET family! - July 24 It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. [...]
29 Jun
ET Lake Zurich Triathlon Call for Volunteers – 2016
The ET Lake Zurich Triathlon is coming on Sunday July 10, 2016 and we need help! Volunteer positions are available on the Transition Team, Bike Course Sprint/OLY turn point, and [...]
22 Jun
Announcing 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
Pleasant Prairie 2016 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 [...]
22 Jun
Lake Michigan 2016 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? [...]
01 Jun
Ironman Wisconsin 2016 ET Hotel Room Block
All rooms are now sold out!!! We are very excited to announce that we have once again negotiated a deeply discounted hotel rate for Ironman Wisconsin. We have secured a [...]
30 May
LIV Ladies Bike Maintenance Clinic & Women’s Group Ride!
Thursday June 2 This is a multi-purpose event, much like a handy dandy multi-purpose tool one might want to carry with them on a bike....THIS evening is all about HELPING [...]
16 May
Announcing 2016 Open Water Swim Clinics at Centennial Beach Naperville
Monday nights at Centennial start June 6 For over a decade, our coached open water swim clinics have helped hundreds of athletes improve their triathlon specific swimming skills. USA certified [...]
08 May
Announcing ET Transitions 101 Clinic
ET Transitions 101: Real World Practice for Free Speed on Race Day is a new concept clinic designed to significantly improve your transition flow and reduce your transition times. Transition [...]
05 May
LIV Ladies Fashion Show! Ride Hard..Look Pretty–Where road meets runway!
What if.....we could ride hard, AND look pretty at the same time?!!? ******WAIT A SECOND, hold the presses....NEWSFLASH***NEWSFLASH***There will be men's clothing at this fashion show, too! Now THAT's a [...]
04 May
Announcing Summer Camp 2016 – Now open for registration!
We are super excited to announce 2016 ET Summer Training Camp in Madison on July 29-31. We will once again be returning to downtown Madison and staying at the host [...]
04 May
Naperville Run Club Moves To Herrick Lake May 7
ET Run Club moves to our summer location on Saturday, May 7. Run Club is open to everyone – regardless of fitness level or running experience!! The experienced and [...]
13 Apr
Announcing 2016 Bike Club and Tri Club Group Ride Locations
April 17 -- first Sunday ride -- New start time -- 7:30 a.m. Wednesday night rides start May 11 Want to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, make new friends, [...]
31 Mar
What if I could do a Triathlon?
by Elena D. I came to the sport of triathlons in 2014 after watching several Naperville events while working traffic control. I was so moved by the athletes (women specifically) [...]
28 Mar
Pleasant Prairie 2016 ET Hotel Room Block
If you are thinking about joining us for the Pleasant Prairie Triathlon, please take a minute to review the Experience Triathlon hotel room block information below. We have secured a [...]
19 Feb
Experience Triathlon and Athletico Physical Therapy Team Up
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Experience Triathlon and Athletico Physical Therapy Team Up to Offer Athletes Education and Resources around Injury Prevention (Naperville, IL – February 18, 2016) Experience Triathlon, the premier [...]
10 Feb
ET Social Outing – Labs Preview Party!
The Labs USA and Experience Triathlon invite everyone to the February ET Social Outing and The Labs Preview Party! Tour the new state-of-the-art facility, celebrate The Labs and ET's Strategic [...]
10 Feb
Indoor Cycling Time Trial at The Labs USA – March 6
Have you done an indoor cycling time trial? They are a blast! Go full throttle on this rolling terrain course and post up the best time you can. It’s a [...]
31 Jan
Team ET returns to Memphis in May Triathlon
We are excited to announce that we will be returning to Memphis In May this year as our Team kick-off race of the season, and we've set up a [...]