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 [...]
15 Sep
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 [...]
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 [...]
07 Jul
Bike Training Tip – Downhill Techniques
Riding downhill can be scary for some athletes. Having your body and mind in the right place, doing the right things can reduce stress and improve downhill performance and [...]
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
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 [...]
27 Dec
Training Tip – Use a softball??
Use a 16-inch softball to reduce muscle tightness in your legs specifically hamstrings, calves and gluteus maximus. The shape and firmness of the softball helps relax those smaller muscles [...]
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 [...]
20 Dec
Training Tip – Improve your cadence
Improve your cadence--for both the bike and the run, a cadence of 85-90 rpm is more efficient than a slower cadence. To count your cadence, use a time increment [...]
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 [...]
08 May
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 [...]
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
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, [...]
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 [...]