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
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 [...]
22
Feb
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 [...]
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
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 [...]
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 [...]
30
Nov
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 [...]
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 [...]
16
Nov
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 [...]
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
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
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 [...]
31
Aug
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 [...]
23
Aug
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 [...]
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 [...]
10
Aug
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 [...]
10
Aug
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 [...]
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
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 [...]
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
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 [...]
27
Jul
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 [...]
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
Nutrition Tip – Choose the Safest Supplements
Taking supplements? If your sports food has a “Supplement Facts” panel, it’s a supplement. Regulation is aftermarket (the FDA can take unsafe products off the market) and depends on [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
15
Apr
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 [...]
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) [...]
13
Jan
Cycling 101 – Basic formwork and Pedal Stroke concepts – January 23
Registration is open! Cycling can be as basic as simply pushing your pedals down to move your bike forward, but what if you could use your body and core to [...]
12
Jan
ET CompuTrainer Winter II Session 2016
Starts January 18! 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 [...]
01
Jan
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, [...]
26
Dec
ET Spring Training Camp Arizona – April 6–10, 2016
SOLD OUT We are proud and excited to announce that we will be returning to the Scottsdale and Phoenix area for Experience Triathlon’s 2016 Spring Training Camp – a dream [...]
24
Dec
Half Marathon Training Class Spring 2016
Now open for registration! So, you want to run a half marathon? Whether you’re a first-timer or you’re looking to improve your performance at the half marathon distance, our 10th [...]
18
Dec
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 [...]
13
Dec
ET Masters Naperville – December 14 through February 5
Start Any Week. We prorate the price! ET Masters is a weekly adult swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA certified coaches will provide structured workouts and [...]
07
Dec
ET Masters Swimming Carol Stream December – January
Start any week! We prorate the price!! ET Masters is a weekly swimming program designed for triathlon and fitness swimmers. USA Certified coaching staff of Experience Triathlon will provide structured [...]
02
Dec
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 [...]
29
Nov
ET Indoor Triathlon Series 2016
January 10 -- February 14 -- March 20 2016 One Hour, Any Skill Level, Have Fun!! "I had such a great time today! Thanks so much to my super awesome wave coach, [...]
21
Nov
ET Swim 101 – Adult Learn to Swim Class – December 12 – January 16
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 [...]
21
Nov
ET Treadmill Track – December 1 to January 21
Next session starts January 26. Registration opens soon! Can't wait for spring to get faster? Looking for a speed workout this winter? Afraid it's too slick for the outdoor track? Give [...]
15
Nov
ET Swim 202 Underwater Video Clinic – Kicking – November 29
"The secret to feeling comfortable and confident in the water is to develop a flat, horizontal body position so as to produce the least amount of drag, and much [...]
15
Nov
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 [...]
14
Nov
ET Masters – Elk Grove Park District
Registration is now open! Start any week!! ET Masters at the Pavilion Aquatics Centers brand new 25 yard, IHSA regulation size pool in Elk Grove Village is a weekly adult [...]
12
Nov
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 [...]
06
Nov
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 [...]
05
Nov
Cycling 101 – Basic formwork and Pedal Stroke concepts – December 13
Sold out! January session date announced soon. Cycling can be as basic as simply pushing your pedals down to move your bike forward, but what if you could use your [...]
04
Nov
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 [...]
02
Nov
ET CompuTrainer Winter I Session 2015
This session is now closed. Check calendar for Winter session #2 registration. An indoor bike program that will move your cycling to the next level. Want to get faster on the [...]
31
Oct
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 [...]
29
Oct
Cycling 101 – Basic formwork and Pedal Stroke concepts – November 14
Registration in now closed for this session. Check out the December 13 session! Cycling can be as basic as simply pushing your pedals down to move your bike forward, but [...]
28
Oct
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 [...]
22
Oct
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 [...]
17
Oct
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 [...]
17
Oct
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 [...]
17
Oct
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 [...]
17
Oct
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? [...]
17
Oct
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 [...]
16
Oct
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 [...]
16
Oct
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 [...]
16
Oct
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 [...]
16
Oct
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 [...]
08
Oct
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 [...]
08
Oct
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 [...]