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 [...]
June 2017
May 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
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? [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
Training Tip – Keep things in perspective
Have fun! We do this for our enjoyment and health. Nobody is making us go out for a workout. If you feel pressure to go for a workout, you [...]
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 [...]
April 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
March 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
Swim Training Tip – Use the Pacing Clock
Learn how to swim with the pace clock—If you can teach yourself pacing in the pool by swimming on timed intervals that include your swim and your rest time, [...]
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 [...]
February 2017
Swim Training Tip – Flexible Ankles
Efficient kicking requires flexible ankles and a pointed foot. To increase flexibility, use fins during kick sets. You can also regularly stretch your ankles by kneeling and sitting back [...]
January 2017
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 [...]
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, [...]
December 2016
Run Training Tip – Avoid the Wind
In winter, find a protected place to run like a forest preserve or trail. Even your neighborhood is likely more protected from the wind because of the houses and [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
November 2016
Run Training Tip – Winter Hydration
Hydration is important year-round. In summer, our sweat rates are high due to heat and humidity. In winter, respiration takes moisture away from our bodies and, along with our [...]
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 [...]
Swim Training Tip – Body Rotation
Body rotation is important with proper swim technique. Your body should rotate along its long axis in which your hips and shoulders should only rotate approximately 45 degrees above/below [...]
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 [...]
Run Training Tip – Think about the wind direction
With the weather turning colder one tip to help keep you more comfortable and running outside is, when possible, run into the wind going out and have the wind [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
October 2016
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 [...]
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, [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
September 2016
Experience Triathlon Names Sarah Wangerin 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 [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
August 2016
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 [...]
Run Training Tip – Check Your Cadence
The best runners typically take 165-180 steps per minute. To achieve this, at the beginning of a minute, count foot strikes for the right foot for one minute. Multiply [...]
Swim Training Tip – Get New Goggles!
Change out swim googles when they become difficult to see out of due to fogging or scratches. It's amazing how having a clearer view under water can brighten your [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Nutrition Tip – Healthy Fats from Foods
Consume omega-3 fatty acids from cold water fish (salmon, herring, mackeral, sardines) or nuts and seeds (walnuts, chia, flax). These are heart healthy and provide anti-inflammatory benefits. Laurie Schubert is [...]
Training Tip – Practice Your Transitions
Practice your transitions--the cheapest and easiest speed you will ever come by will be from improving your transition! In many races, the difference between the winner and being off [...]
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: [...]
Nutrition Tip – Find the Sports Foods for You!
Try a variety of sports foods and drinks to find the ones you can tolerate and the ones you actually like. Make a list, then consider which options are [...]
Swim Training Tip – Pull Faster and Flick
One of the keys to an efficient swim stroke is accelerating through the pull. Arm recovery out of the water should be slow and controlled while the underwater pull [...]
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 [...]
July 2016
Nutrition Tip – Rethink your Sports Drink
Sports drinks are for training or events lasting 60-90 minutes or longer. When planning your hydration strategy, consider the temperature, electrolyte needs and energy needs. You don’t need a [...]
Run Training Tip – Dynamic Warm Up
Incorporate dynamic stretching exercises prior to your workout such as jogging in place with high knees, side-to-side leg swings, walking lunges and forward/backward arm swings. Dynamic exercises prepares the [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
June 2016
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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? [...]
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 [...]
May 2016
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
April 2016
Bike Training Tip – How to safely clip in and out of bike pedals
Cyclists, new to clip-in style bike shoes and pedals often fall while starting or stopping their bike at an intersection. These falls can usually be avoided by using the [...]
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, [...]
March 2016
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) [...]
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 [...]
February 2016
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
January 2016
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 [...]
January 2016
Who Dares Wins!
by Cathy O. As I reflect on my Ironman race in Arizona, I recall having a plethora of emotions ranging from excitement, doubt, solitude, misery, worry, elation and, of course, [...]
December 2015
LIV Ladies Evening of Yoga
WHEN : Friday January 8, 2016 WHERE: Spokes Bikes, 69 Danada Square East, Wheaton, IL 60189 TIME: 6:00pm-7:00pm** REGISTER: See r.s.v.p. form below! BRING: Yoga mat, bike stories, and a heart full of [...]
My day at Ironman Arizona
by Bob H. I looked forward to Ironman Arizona every day since deciding it would be my next Ironman in 2013. The only time that excitement waned was during the [...]
November 2015
Unfinished Business
by Aaron A. When I signed up for my first marathon six years ago, I figured I would start with just doing one and see how it goes. After finishing [...]
My First Half Marathon
by Maggie W. On Sunday, November 8, 2015 I became a half marathoner at the Naperville Half Marathon AND I became an official team member of Experience Triathlon (ET). I was [...]
ET Run Club returns to Naperville November 7
After 6 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 Holiday Party – December 11 – Granite City Naperville
We are thrilled to announce that this year’s ET Holiday Party will again be at Granite City Food and Brewery in Naperville on December 11, 2015. The ET Holiday Party [...]
October 2015
An Easy Way to Become a Stronger Athlete – Foam Roll
by Coach Sarah I’d like to propose two things about this dreaded wonderful pastime. Foam rolling 5-10 minutes a day will make you more relaxed in the water, more powerful [...]
A Crazy, Emotional, Roller Coaster Run!
by Susan G. After having no desire to race during the 2015 triathlon season, I entered the lottery for the Twin City 10 Mile “Shortcut to the Capitol” on a [...]
When Three’s a Crowd
by Coach Judie Remember that off-season article you just read? The one that said you should get into a master’s program over the winter to improve your swim? Yeah, that [...]
ET Tri Club wins first place at Ironman Wisconsin
ET Tri Club wins 1st place in the IRONMAN TriClub Division II competition at Ironman Wisconsin 2015! HUGE congrats to all of our Ironman Wisconsin athletes on bringing home [...]
Becoming an Ironman the ET Way
Do you want to Become an Ironman? What is the ET Way? Check out this iconic video produced by Hildebrand Creative. It captures the transformational power of the Ironman and [...]
My Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’
by Kara R. My journey to becoming an Ironman started about four years ago when my friend Ariel signed me up for my first indoor triathlon. I remember thinking beforehand [...]
Three words I never thought of when I said I’m going to do an Ironman
by Lida K. I’m still taking the whole race day in and thinking I can’t believe it is all over. Really, all those months of training and it is done? [...]
Moving Forward One Buoy at a Time at Ironman Wisconsin
by Drew R. I’m a big fan of pizza. I don’t mean that I like to have the occasional slice of pizza with friends. Because that would mean I’d have [...]
My Ironman Journey
by Sue A. “One foot in front of the other….don‘t walk off the course….let your friends pull you in…..” These were the words that were running through my head as I [...]
Magic Moments at My Second Ironman
by Dale R. After hearing about the fun they have in Kona doing the underwear run, I decided to start out my pre-race fun with the First Annual Underpants run [...]
Inch By Inch We Become Ironman
by Andrea S. I thought my Ironman Wisconsin journey was about recovering from a heartbreak. What I discovered, though, is that my journey was really about conquering my fears and [...]
Becoming a Survivor at Ironman Wisconsin
by Ryan F. The most relaxed race morning I have ever experienced was September 13, 2015. The race that I was so calm and prepared for was Ironman Wisconsin. How [...]
ET Swim 201 – Advanced Underwater Video Clinic – Catch/Pull/Recovery
Get in-depth swim technique analysis and instruction through the ET Swim Clinic Series! All clinics are designed around areas of common swim technique issues and utilize individual underwater videotaping [...]
ET Swim 101 – Adult Learn to Swim Class – October 24 – November 28, 2015
ET Swim 101 is a new concept class that bridges the gap between ET private swim lessons and ET Masters. ET Swim 101 provides adult learn-to-swim instruction and practice in [...]