We are super excited to announce 2021 ET Summer Training Camp in Madison on July 16-18. We will once again be returning to downtown Madison and the newly renovated Concourse Hotel...
by Laura C. After a year of preparation, 4am wake-up calls, long rides on the weekend away from my family, and numerous other sacrifices, the week of Ironman Wisconsin had...
It was amazing, fabulous, and incredible! But even these words could not begin to describe the experience we had at Ironman Wisconsin this year. Huge CONGRATS to our finishers...
by Pat C. I’ve often wondered if I would write a blog for this space and if I did, what would I say and where would I start? Start at the...
by Bob H. Last year, I ended my triathlon season with the Pleasant Prairie Olympic distance triathlon. In that race, my plan was to swim and bike fairly easy and...
by Sharon K. Two years ago yesterday, the day of the Naperville Sprint Triathlon presented by Experience Triathlon, I started my fitness journey. I...
by Beckie M. Confidence/noun – The feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something/ a feeling or belief that someone or something is good or...
Published on Jul 25, 2014 on NCTV17 The sport of triathlon attracts athletes of all types of backgrounds, and with these unique stories, come different challenges. Andrew Wells, a Naperville resident,...
by Darryl T. Racine was a stop on the map heading towards Ironman Wisconsin. Leading up to the race a vast amount of training and discussions took place to build...
by Laurie P. I was an athlete as a kid, the youngest of six in a Midwestern family. Our Dad, a baseball player in his earlier days, took great pleasure...
by Emily O. I knew as soon as I finished my first sprint triathlon in August 2013 that my goal for 2014 HAD TO BE to complete an Olympic distance...
by Bill K. I began the season with a terrific Memorial Day race in Traverse City, MI: The Bay Shore Marathon. As the name implies, it’s a spectacular run along...
by Jada B. I have to say that this particular sprint triathlon, I learned a few years ago, is one of the toughest little sprints out there and it has...
by Bill Jene Two and one-half years ago, I started training with Coach Joe. My goal at that time was to be able to run a triathlon and...
Summer session starts June 15 Get ready to Tri with Experience Triathlon's triathlon training class. Our USAT Certified Coaching staff will help you prepare for your...
It’s not too late to join! There are still 8 weeks left to train for the triathlon. Price reduced to reflect 8 week session! Good Samaritan Health...
Sold Out for 2014 Get ready to Tri with Experience Triathlon's triathlon training class. Our USAT Certified Coaching staff will help you prepare for your first tri or...
by Emily E. I never thought I could complete a 10K run race. I started jogging about 3 years ago after we got a dog and walking her got boring....
by David Z. It all starts here before I knew I was even going. 2006 I quit smoking then gained weight to almost 300 lbs. I was going nowhere fast, well, actually...
by Jim R. I started on the road to Ironman four years ago, yet it seems like a lifetime ago, without even realizing back then this is where the journey...
by Bill K. First and foremost I want to thank Joyce, my wife, and my family for their support throughout this entire process. Also, I want to express my appreciation...
by Cathy O. Racing is funny at times. There are times when you can’t wait for the race to be here and done and then there are times you can’t...
by Dale R. After 10 months of hard training, the time was finally here! I was physically ready and mentally prepared for what awaited me at Ironman Louisville. Heading...
by Tom Z. It all started back in 2003. I was working on an individual as a PTA when I noticed a tattoo on the back of the calf. Unbeknownst...
by Nader A. I signed up last winter for the 2013 Naperville Triathlon presented by Experience Triathlon after having been road cycling for about a year. My wife's first...
by Drew R. When you strip it down to its bare essentials, swimming is pretty simple. One hand pulls you through the water as you lift the other one out...
by Tanya L. In 2010, I volunteered at the Ironman Oceanside 70.3. What a fun experience! I decided that day I wanted to complete a 70.3 race. So I bought...
by Amy H. June 9, 2013 has finally arrived. I have been working toward this day for 1 year and 6 months. I started this journey the last week of...
Smiling as Coach Joe yells “there’s your mom and brother!!” by Kristin B. Yesterday (The ET Batavia Sprint Triathlon) was an amazing race. Coach Joe masterfully executed a well-organized,...
by Jim R. While Ironman Wisconsin isn’t until September 8, 2013, it’s been on my mind since signing up in September 2012. Lately it’s been on my mind more...
Registration is now open! Get ready to Tri with Experience Triathlon's triathlon training class. Our USAT Certified Coaching staff will help you prepare for your first tri or improve...
by Jeff P. A couple of years ago, I wrote a long piece titled An Incredible Ironman Journey detailing the wonderful and emotional journey that led up to the...
by Bob H. My journey to Ironman began in 1978 when I read about these crazy people in Hawaii doing a race that included 2.4 miles of swimming, 112 miles...
by Jim L. I think my story of the Steelhead Ironman 70.3 has to begin this past winter, because this offseason laid the foundation for having such a special...
by Tom S. 8+ months of training have paid off, as I finished the Vineman 70.3 on Sunday, July 15th. I’m happy to report that I finished with a...
by Drew R. As I stood on the beach surrounded by nearly two thousand of my fellow triathletes, I was enjoying the feel of sand under my bare feet. As...
by Jim R. I had an awesome experience at Ironman Racine 70.3, my first long distance race course. The journey began on Friday when Kevin and I drove up...
by Pete J. We all get into triathlons for different reasons. I got sucked in listening to my sister regale me about her first tri last summer in Charlotte where...
by Laura C. For me, it’s always fun doing events for the first time. 2012 was a year of many “firsts” for me. Since I joined Experience Triathlon and...
by Jill A. This year was a success at Racine 70.3 Ironman! What an awesome and grueling day all at the same time. Silly as it may sound, one...
by Tanya L. I’ve always been fascinated with the city of New York. “New York, New York, a town so nice, they named it twice,” as David Letterman says. So...
by Amanda L. My family recently attended a picnic hosted by some of our oldest friends. In response to my parents RSVP, the host replied, “It’ll be good to have...
by Bill K. Training for longer duration triathlon events takes a good deal of time and effort. There were 4:30 am morning swims and evening and weekend training in preparation...
by Cathy O. You’re probably wondering why I’m thanking the year already when the year isn’t even over yet, right? While some of my colleagues are continuing on their racing...
by Jeff P. One indisputable fact I have learned from triathlon racing – there is no such thing as a perfect race. There are just too many moving parts and...
by Glenn S. What a great feeling to have completed Ironman 70.3 Racine, my first half Ironman. For such a long time the big race seemed so far away. ...
by Kristin Bagley Last month I was interviewed by a writer at Chicago Athlete Magazine. This was my first interview and before hand I ran through all the possible questions...
How cool is this? Laurie and Drew get an interview opportunity at Ironman 70.3 Racine. Great job guys! Tyler, Cheryl and Cathy even got in the video! Way to...
by Natalie H. I was so excited to be going into my first race, Naperville SheRox Tri, after deciding to work with a coach from Experience Triathlon. ...
by Sarah F. Pleasant Prairie, here I come! I just realized this morning that it’s been over TWO years since I’ve gotten to race in a triathlon, and this weekend...
by Kelli Z. On June 10th I participated in the ET Batavia Triathlon. I also celebrated my first year as a triathlete. How does a wife and mother of...
by Amanda L. Since October of 2011, it has felt like rather than focusing on getting faster, stronger, and tougher, my training has been about moderation, control, and self-discipline. Why?...
by Alyse K. In March of 2011 I committed to losing weight and getting back in shape. I started a weight loss program and worked out six days a week....
by Bob H. I was feeling bad about missing the ET Batavia Triathlon and Duathlon and helping my ET teammates run a great event. That was the only bad...
Join USA Triathlon certified Coach Suzy Cerra of Experience Triathlon Coaching Services and other beginner and intermediate triathletes for this clinic focused on preparing you to have the...
by Jim R. The Experience Triathlon group shook off the cobwebs of all the off-season training we do during those cold dark days of winter at Galena this...
by Andy R. Well, the moment I’ve been waiting for. The post-race write-up. Does this mean I finished? You’ll have to read on for that. Does this mean I survived? ...
Join other beginner and intermediate triathletes for this clinic on triathlon training and racing presented by USA Triathlon certified coaches Joe LoPresto and Suzy Cerra. Topics will include...
At Experience Triathlon we make dreams come true. Are you ready to Become? Thank you Steph and Jen for producing this video!
by Andy R Survive the tide, cruise the ride, enjoy the stride A word of caution before reading this. It’s long. Really long. I’ve decided to write it in one pass...
by Laura C. My plate is undoubtedly full. I work part-time, have two young kids, a husband who frequently travels internationally for work, an aging parent, and all of the...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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. ...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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 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 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...
