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A Change of Course
by Elena D. Dear Boss (a.k.a. Coach Suzy), While I was feeling great at lunch and was under the delusion that I would make it through this shit show with my [...]
January 2020
December 2019
How the World of Triathlon Saved My Life!
by Marijo W. When I became a Triathlete, I knew it was a life changing decision. What I didn’t realize is was a lifesaving decision. The “C” Word On March 26th, 2018 [...]
FREE Weeks ET Masters Naperville – Dec 16 thru Jan 3
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 [...]
November 2019
Social Outing – December 13
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 [...]
October 2019
ET Cheer Crew logistics for The Chicago Marathon – October 13, 2019
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 [...]
September 2019
Social Outing – October 11
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 [...]
August 2019
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 [...]
July 2019
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
June 2019
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
May 2019
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
April 2019
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 [...]
February 2019
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
January 2019
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 [...]
December 2018
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 [...]
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 [...]
October 2018
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 [...]
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 [...]
September 2018
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 [...]
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. [...]
August 2018
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 [...]
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 [...]
July 2018
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 [...]
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 [...]
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: [...]
June 2018
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
May 2018
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
April 2018
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 [...]
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 [...]
March 2018
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, [...]
December 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
October 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
September 2017
August 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
July 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
June 2017
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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
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
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 [...]
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 [...]
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
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
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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: [...]
July 2016
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 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 [...]