Group swim and instruction for all abilities. ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA Certified Coach Judie Refvik will provide structured workouts and...
by Darryl T. It is weird how a specialization within a sport can carve the nature of one’s athleticism. I was a gymnast and swimmer in college focusing on strength...
by Sue A. Last year, while in downtown Chicago on the way to a meeting for my job, I decided I wanted to run the Chicago Marathon. Now that is...
by Amanda L. “Fill the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds' worth of distance run.” –Rudyard Kipling After the marathon, my mom asked my dad if he ever thought about just stopping. ...
by Kim C. My best friend of 26 years, Dottie, heard about a great challenge: hiking the Grand Canyon from rim to rim in one day. That’s 25 miles! She...
by Aaron A. Looking back I’ve been an athlete for many years. I did cross country, swimming, and track in high school and continued swimming/running on my own in college...
by Laurie S. There must be a Greatest Hits For Races collection that arrives in the mailbox of all race directors. Regardless of location, the same music is blaring over...
Please join me and 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...
by Lynn B. The journey has come to end. A journey that began on 9-11 at Liberty Park, NJ and ended on 9-18 at the Pentagon, a culmination of 530...
An indoor bike program that will move your cycling to the next level. Want to get faster on the bike for next race season? ET CompuTrainer can help! Proven by professional...
by Jeff P. For those of you just beginning your journey into the world of triathlons or thinking about taking up the mantle of a tri lifestyle, I will have...
by Jim R. “We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; for he today who sheds his blood [sweat & tears] with me shall be my brother...” - Henry...
by Jeff P. “There were six minutes between waves. Six minutes to lean my head back, look up at the sky and find that calm before the torrent storm of...
My first Olympic-distance triathlon by Amanda L. When I’m talking to my friends, I sometimes forget that they aren’t fellow triathletes, which is why I was frequently asked about my presumed...
by Kevin M. Last year was a big year for me! I decided to do my first triathlon longer than a sprint. In December ’09, my sister said, “I signed...
Group swim and instruction for all abilities. ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA Certified Coach Judie Refvik will provide structured workouts and...
by Tyler H. My story starts three years ago (2009) before I met Coach Joe. The prior year, I attended the Naperville Tri with my dad to watch one...
aka, How to Never Miss Seeing Your Friends Finish a Race by Matt B. About 16 years ago I tore my ACL, had it surgically repaired and proceeded to spend the...
Tina (L) and Debby by Tina J. I have always thought of myself as a strong person. I think you have to be to move six times in a marriage. But,...
by Rafael P. Race day has become routine for me, having done races at all levels from sprint to the Ironman. The HRMS Naperville sprint is a favorite of mine...
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...
by Marge P. “You walk the Vierdaagse because it is there—to see if you can. It’s the Mt. Everest of walking; a 100 mile peak laid out flat and decked...
by Drew R. This year marked the fifth anniversary of the highly popular ET Summer Camp, and once again the Experience Triathlon athletes and coaches made the journey up to...
Central Park Lisle Pool Fall session starts August 15. Registration is now open! Group swim and instruction for all abilities ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness...
by Tanya L. The lyrics to a popular Miley Cyrus song were playing in my head as I reached the turn around for the 5K at my recent Evergreen Lakes...
by Suzy C. “We never truly know who we are unless we push ourselves beyond our known boundaries.” – Unknown My journey began about 14 years ago. I started running for...
by Drew R. Coming into the Evergreen Triathlon, I felt that I had plenty of reasons to be nervous. First and foremost among them was the fact that it would...
by Cathy O. What do the following have in common? Beach, hot weather, a firefighter, yellow painted toenails, and the best cheering section in the world. They all share in...
by Sherri H. I’ve had the opportunity to be on the other side of the uniform during several events this summer. Just like the athletes have a race strategy, the...
We often joke around about how athletes show up for our Club workouts just for the chat. It’s actually kinda true! Most weeks after our Monday night swim, Tuesday...
by Sarah F. The race plan was simple. Do this short little run around the lake, for the sole purpose of getting back to my bike. Bike my heart out. ...
It’s most riders worst nightmare – a problem with the bike. A flat tire, broken chain or cable, bent gear shifter, torn tire, bent rim or no...
by Jim R. My journey into triathlon started a little over a year ago. Knowing that I didn’t know everything, I started a search for someone who did and found...
Central Park Lisle To optimize your triathlon swimming you need both open water and lap pool training. Open water helps with tri specific swim skills such as sighting, turning, drafting,...
Track interval running workouts and coaching for runners of all levels Experience Triathlon Group Track Program is a weekly coached track interval workout under the guidance of USA Track...
by Amanda L. The first time I met Coach Joe about 8 weeks ago, I knew that as crazy as my decision was to sign up for a sprint and...
by Brian V. The Batavia Triathlon has been my first tri of the season three out of the last four years. I’d never really been too serious about my first...
A summer afternoon of food and fun with the ET family! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an afternoon of food, pool fun and...
by Lynn B. After a year off recovering from shoulder surgery, it is great to be back in the saddle (literally) again. The SheRox Women’s Tri was my first real...
by Jeff P. The start of another race season – another chance to test one’s physical and mental limits; to discover a little bit more about whom we are as...
Summer Session open for registration Group swim and instruction for all abilities ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA Certified Coach Judie Refvik will...
Our team uniforms are in stock and now available for purchase. All pieces are full custom designed, fully sublimated, top end garments from Sugoi. Our logo is woven right...
The perfect combination of open water and indoor swimming for triathletes! ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA certified coaches will provide structured workouts...
Have Some Fun In The Sun And Go For A Run! Looking for a fun and healthy way to spend a Friday morning? Help meet your health and fitness goals...
by Jim L. Wow! What a race weekend. Galena is such a beautiful area. The drive in from Chicago is so cool as you start to feel the hills getting...
One of our long standing Experience Triathlon traditions has been our annual road trip and season opening team triathlon to Memphis in May. Last year at Memphis they announced...
These half day training camps are designed to introduce youth to the fun and exciting sport of triathlon. As one of the fastest growing sports in America, triathlon offers...
July 29-31. Friday 5pm through Sunday noon An exciting weekend of training and coached clinics in a small group setting presented by the USAT certified ET coaching staff. Designed to move...
Triathlon specific group swimming and instruction for all abilities ET Open Water Swim Clinics at Centennial Beach is a weekly swimming program designed for triathletes. USA certified coaches will provide structured...
Our Wednesday night Tri Club group ride with optional short brick run program starts May 18. We’ll have two different pace groups and distances every Wednesday evening. Ride departs...
Summer 2011 session open for registration So, you want to run a fall half marathon? Whether you’re a first-timer or you’re looking to improve your performance at the half marathon...
ET Run Club moves to our summer location on Saturday, May 14. Run Club is open to everyone – regardless of fitness level or running experience!! The experienced and...
Join other beginner and intermediate triathletes for this day camp focused on triathlon training and racing presented by USA Triathlon certified coaches Joe LoPresto and Suzy Cerra...
Words just can’t describe some experiences in life. Even pictures can only do so much when in paradise. As I sit here overlooking the Gulf, watching the sunrise and...
It’s most riders worst nightmare - a problem with the bike. A flat tire, broken chain or cable, bent gear shifter, torn tire, bent rim or no spare tube...
Join us for a night of food, drinks, and shopping fun as we celebrate the start of our 2011 race season, the appointment of Coach Suzy as a lululemon...
38 group rides this year!! Want to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, make new friends, ride in a safe group environment, be supported by experienced ride leaders and...
Track interval running workouts and coaching for runners of all levels Experience Triathlon Group Track Program is a weekly coached track interval workout under the guidance of USA Track &...
NAPERVILLE, Illinois (April 2, 2011) – lululemon athletica has selected Coach Suzy Cerra to be an Ambassador for their store location in Naperville. The lululemon ambassador program is...
Spring Session open for registration Group swim and instruction for all abilities ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA Certified Coach Judie Refvik will...
Spring 2011 Session open for registration Get ready to Tri with Experience Triathlon’s triathlon training class. USAT Certified Coach Suzy Cerra will help you prepare for your first tri or...
Indoor triathlons are a great way to get started in our sport. They can also be a fun way to put a little racing into the winter off-season training...
by Jillmarie D. Wrestling with restlessness I open the door to my therapy The road and the rhythm of my running shoes. The sound of my heart's constant beat and my breath I run. I...
On October 6, 2001 I got one of those phone calls that drops you to your knees… “Joe, this is Pat Samel, I’m calling to let you know that...
by Paul W. I recently read Running Within by Jerry Lynch and have now developed my "running statement." I have done this to build a more positive AND ENJOYABLE attitude...
We have a new home on the web, and the feedback so far has been outstanding: The new site looks AWESOME! Nice job!! Whoa!! I LOVE IT!! It looks great! ...
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 just for...
Spring 2011 session open for registration. So, you want to run a spring half marathon? Whether you’re a first-timer or you’re looking to improve your performance at the half marathon...
One Hour, Any Skill Level, Have Fun!! February 6 and March 13 The Indoor Triathlon presented by Experience Triathlon and LifeStart Central Park is a great way to become a triathlete...
Spring Session open for registration Group swim and instruction for all abilities ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA certified coaches will provide...
by Jim R. The decision to compete in the Disney marathon was made months before I even had a relationship with Experience Triathlon and Coach Joe, but joining ET and...
Group swim and instruction for all abilities. ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA certified coach will provide structured workouts and stroke improvement instruction...
Interval based running class for all abilities! Start any week!! ET CardioRUN is a weekly coached running class based on the latest scientific methods to improve cardiovascular fitness and performance. USA...
The Indoor Time Trial Series offers great off-season competitive bike racing. Riders race on their own bikes on laboratory matched CompuTrainers. The riders feel exactly the same loads they...
An indoor bike program that will move your cycling to the next level. Want to get faster on the bike for next race season? ET CompuTrainer can help! Proven by...
We are proud to announce Experience Triathlon's 2011 Spring Training Camp in Santa Barbara Wine Country - one of the top wine regions in the world! Camp will be...
by Jeff P. Lao-tzu has been often quoted saying, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” So began my journey into the world of Ironman...
by Drew R. The 2010 edition of the Experience Triathlon summer camp was held in beautiful Madison, Wisconsin - home of brats, beer, and Ironman Wisconsin! In the midst of...
by Paul W. Eighteen months ago, my daughter, Sarah, challenged me to join her in a triathlon. “You can do it, Dad, you are in good shape and have been...
by Holly F. In my life I’ve never thought of myself as an “athlete.” I was overweight for the first 20 years of my life and then up & down...
by Jamie D. I shared this story with Coach Joe on Tuesday and it may benefit someone out there. It is how I came to train for a triathlon, found...
by Sarah F. 10) Hills + Heat + Hip pain = a helluva hard run! 9) Flying mounts on an uphill bike start are a little tricky. Thank heavens for that...
by Jeff P. I have always thought every triathlon race I have participated in was a unique learning experience - an opportunity to discover what it takes to swim every...
by Holly F. Experience Triathlon Spring Training Camp 2010 As a newbie in the triathlon world, I began seeking out training programs and information, and met Coach Joe through a Master...
Triathlon specific group swimming and instruction for all abilities ET Open Water Swim Clinics at Centennial Beach is a weekly swimming program designed for triathletes. USA certified coaches will provide structured...
by Sarah F. The morning was dark, chilly and foggy, the race site virtually empty when the shuttle bus dropped me off, save for a few race volunteers who must...
by Jeff P. The Chicago Marathon was the end of a great season of racing both in running and triathlon. It was an ambitious season to get in a lot...
by Gloria R. Today, I am a much stronger and confident person for having become a runner. I met Coach Joe through another trainer about seven months ago. At that time,...
by Judie R. Coach Joe! I did it! :) And while I can't say that every moment was great, the overall experience really was. I wouldn't have done it nearly...
by Jen C. Hey, Coach Joe! Happy Monday to ya! Yup...it was toasty this weekend. I'm sure you can relate, though...it was just perfect for me and Kent. :) Bang's...
by Jeff P. My journey to the Spirit of Racine Half Ironman Triathlon began long before the actual race started. Nine months ago, Coach Joe and I sat in a...
by Sarah F. THURS – Little over a week to go. Coach Suzy is already working on my schedule for next week…I’m excited to see what race-prep workouts she’s going...
by Michelle H. My journey started over one year ago. Last year, around February or March 2008, I decided that I wanted to do a triathlon. After all, I had...
by Sarah F. I had the brilliant opportunity to get my feet wet, both figuratively and literally, sooner than I expected by experiencing the 2009 Naperville Women’s Tri as part...
by Viki T. September 28th, 2008, dawned crisp and sunny and clear. Good news as today is Berlin Marathon day. I roll out of the hotel bed in my third...
by Jeff P. This was the big one for me – the Spirit of Racine Half Iron in Racine, WI. The adventure began on Friday with traveling up to Racine...
by Sara B. What am I doing? How did I get here? Can I really do this? All of these questions and more run through my head as I drive...
by Drew R. On August 12, 2007 at the Naperville Triathlon ET athlete and webmaster Drew R completes his year long journey toward becoming a swimmer and triathlete. It was...
by Marsha H. Ever wonder what triathletes think about during a long, tough race? Here’s a peek into our world as Marsha fights the demons and completes her first Olympic triathlon...
by Sarah K. I’m at what I like to think is the mid-point in my life (53 by USAT standards) and finally have the opportunity to enjoy the half-time entertainment,...
