Workouts for Week March 25th-31st 2012

The beginning of triathlon season is HERE!  It is almost palpable with all those cyclists and runners on the streets.  That is what I love about Southern Utah. 
We are such an active community and SUTC plays a huge roll in getting individuals outside and active!   

With Spring we always welcome many new club members.  If you are new, make sure to get out to a workout and don't be afraid to introduce yourself.  If you are a veteran of the club, make sure to introduce yourself to each and every new athlete!  We all benefit from getting to know one another!  

Jeff Gardner, the race director for the Utah Summer Games (and IMSG) sent me an exciting e-mail that all SUTC Members will receive $10.00 off their race entry this year.  That makes your entry fee ONLY $50.....for an AWESOME sprint race!  For more information on the race, the course, or to register, go to http://utahsummergames.org/sports/triathlon.html.  Use the code SUTC2012 at checkout.  

Registration is still open for the first triathlon of the season SHAC on April 7th!  If you register in person at the St. George Recreation Center you will receive 15% off with your Club Membership.  Remember that if you are not racing, you can still participate by being a volunteer.  St. George City is looking for volunteers for SHAC!  Contact Aaron Metler at (435) 627-4560  or aaron.metler@sgcity.org to volunteer!  

Discount codes are for SUTC Active Members Only!  That's one of the very cool benefits of being a member of the Club.  Use it!  Don't abuse it!  

Phew!  I feel like I could go on and on with discounts and AWESOME offerings for Club Members!  I guess I better save a few for next week.  We will have another TriEdge contest giveaway next week too.  Keep checking your e-mail and Facebook! 

Workouts for This Week 

Wednesday  Sand Hollow Polar Plunge!  Are you training for Ironman St. George or another early season race, come freeze your butt off with a mile open water swim :)  Water temperature is in the low 50's.  Make sure to bring your wetsuit, warm caps, hoods, booties and vaseline.  Swim as long as you can stand!  Meet at the main boat ramp parking lot at 6:15p ready to break the ice at 6:30p.  Once you get our you can warm up on your bike with a few hill repeats :)  

Wednesday  Beginner Friendly!  Swim workout @ WCCC at 6:30p.  Led by Sterling Cabana who will provide a workout for those who are interested.  You don't have to do the workout.  Just come do your own thing and mix and mingle with other athletes. 

Thursday  Beginner Friendly!  Bike ride from Desert Hills High School to the Southern Parkway.  Meet at 4:00 p.m. by the tennis courts.  Ride from 20-40 miles on this out-and-back route.  This is a GREAT ride for all abilities with quiet roads and rolling terrain. 

Saturday is Race Day!:  Good luck to club members racing the Sand Hollow Marathon, Oceanside 70.3, Leadman 125k or any other race!  

Saturday  Show-and-Go IMSG Bike Loop/Run.  Meet at 8:45 a.m. at the Snow Canyon Parkway Pond.  Wheels to the road at 9:00 a.m. Ride a single or double loop on the IMSG bike course.  Transition run following the bike on the trails surrounding the pond.  It is getting warm these days so be smart when planning your rides to make sure you have plenty of fluids and electrolytes.  

Happy Training!  

Volunteer Support

We have a two events coming up that we would love the triathlon club to come out and help and help promote if they could!  

We have the SHAC Triathlon on Saturday April 7^th that we could use some help at.
Packet pickup on the 6^th 
or 
Race day on the 7^th 


We also have the Kids Family Fun Bike Ride on April 21^st . We could use some lead bikers and helpers at this event. 


Also if we have a person that could do bike support/tech at these events that would be amazing!




Email:  Aaron Metler at Aaron.Metler@SGCity.org to volunteer!

Tri Club Jerseys

SUTC Triathletes,

This is the last call to order your 2012 club jerseys! Don't be left out looking stylish in our new 2012 SUTC jerseys!

It was great to see other SUTC athletes wearing the club jerseys last year. The jerseys help differentiate us from other clubs and give us a great club presence. It also allows us show the support of our great local sponsors who are featured on our jerseys. Let us express that a jersey purchase is not required to be a member of the SUTC.

We are happy again to announce that this years custom tri jersey is a fantastic price of only $40.00. It is important to note that the jerseys are custom, so they do come in a Men's cut and a Women's cut. This is important to note when placing your order. We will be also taking orders for tri shorts, tri (one piece) suits, and cycling jerseys. Here is the link to view a sizing chart for Sugoi. http://www.sugoi.com/sizingguide. From our experience with last couple of years jerseys, the tri tops tend to run on the smaller size. We recommend sizing up one size if there are any questions. The tri shorts also run small and you may need to up size two sizes. I have been told that the men's tri short has been lengthened by one inch this year. As far as the cycling jersey, these are more true on size. If there are any additional questions about the sizing, please feel free to contact me. Here are the following sizes and prices per type:

Custom Sugoi 2012 Fuel Tri Top - $40  (Sizes XS-3XL) Men's & Women's cut, please note on order.

Custom Sugoi 2012 Fuel Wrap Tri Short - $42  (Sizes XS-2XL) Men's & Women's cut, please note on order.

Custom Sugoi 2012 RS Tri Suit - $100  (Sizes XS-2XL) Men's & Women's cut, please note on order.

Custom Sugoi 2012 Evolution Cycling Jersey SS - $55 (Sizes XS-3XL) Men's & Women's cut, please note on order.

We are really excited for the up coming triathlon year! Many of you are working hard to prepare yourself for a great year. We are excited to see the progress in all of you!

THIS IS THE LAST CHANCE TO ORDER. I WILL BE PLACING THE ORDER TOMORROW MARCH 26th TO GET THEM FOR THE ST GEORGE IRONMAN.

When you place your order, you will in return receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please call me. Also when mailing in the payment, please make sure your order is also included with check made out to Southern Utah Triathlon Club.

Please mail or deliver payment to:

Southern Utah Triathlon Club
Attn: Ryan Duckworth
41 N 300 W Ste C
Washington, UT 84780

Don't forget to get your 2012 SUTC membership dues paid! You do not want to miss out on the SUTC news, workouts, events and discounts! Please also pass the word around to all your training partners that we are placing the jersey order. We had a few people last year who missed out on the jersey order. Please feel free contact me with any questions about the jerseys.

Workout Week- March 18th-24th

What happened to our Spring weather?  This past week spoiled us with some of the most beautiful training weather I think we could ask for.  I'm sporting some awesome Spring tan lines and everything. Then I walked outside this morning!  YIKES!  I'm currently shivering in my house as I type this e-mail bundled in three layers (yup...this St. George blood is thin!).  I think we are all looking forward to the return of the 70 degree weather later this week.  

Congratulations to all those club members who participated in the Spectrum 10k or other spring races this past weekend!  Racing season officially kicks off this month!  Make sure to take advantage of being a member of the Southern Utah Triathlon Club by using the discount codes for races!  Many have already been sent out for 2012 and I'm sure there will be more to come.  The Local tri season kicks off with the SHAC Spring Triathlon on April 7th.  Remember that you can receive a discount on St. George City races by registering at the St. George Recreation Center and telling them you are a Tri Club member.  SHAC is a fun way to shake off the cob webs from Winter and start your season on the right foot. 

 Sign up today!  

We want to hear about all your races and training!  Post updates and race reports on the Southern Utah Triathlon Club Facebook page. This is a fun way for us to continually be inspired and motivated by each other.  

AND THE CONTEST WINNER IS... Michael Green was the winner last week of the SkullCandy headphone package courtesy of TriEdge.net.  Congratulations Mike and thank you TriEdge for this awesome giveaway.  Make sure to show TriEdge.net your support by liking them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/triathletesedge and by checking out their website.  Watch your e-mail and Facebook for more contests and giveaways coming soon!

Workouts for This Week! 

Wednesday  NO TRACK UNTIL APRIL!  

Wednesday  Beginner Friendly!  Swim workout @ WCCC at 6:30p.  Led by Sterling Cabana who will provide a workout for those who are interested.  You don't have to do the workout.  Just come do your own thing and mix and mingle with other athletes. 

There are rumblings of jumping in the open water soon.........Stay tuned for details on when we will begin our traditional Wednesday night brick workout at Sand Hollow Reservoir!

Thursday  Beginner Friendly!  Bike ride from Desert Hills High School to the Southern Parkway.  Meet at 4:00 p.m. by the tennis courts.  Ride from 20-40 miles on this out-and-back route.  This is a GREAT ride for all abilities with quiet roads and rolling terrain. 

Saturday  Show-and-Go IMSG Bike Loop/Run.  Meet at 8:45 a.m. at the Snow Canyon Parkway Pond.  Wheels to the road at 9:00 a.m. Ride a single or double loop on the IMSG bike course.  Transition run following the bike on the trails surrounding the pond.  It is getting warm these days so be smart when planning your rides to make sure you have plenty of fluids and electrolytes.  

Happy Training!  

A Night with Jamie Whitmore

Workout Week March 12-17th

It's Officially Biking Season!  Hopefully you didn't forget to change your clocks one hour forward last night because we were just given an extra hour of riding time each day...Awesome!  Afternoon and evening riding is a must this time of the year.  Not to hot.  Not to cold.  Just right. :)  If you are headed out the door, make sure to stop first on our Facebook page and see if you can drum up some company.  

I was so impressed this weekend out on the IMSG bike course... SUTC Jerseys everywhere!  It was awesome!  Make sure that you order your 2012 Club Jersey by contacting Ryan Duckwork at triduck@gmail.com and let's keep the County full of Black & Green!  

How about a contest?  We have a some Skullcandy headphones to give away courtesy of TriEdge!  If you haven't checked out TriEdge.net, now is the time.  The site is full of resources and tools (like race and gear reviews) to support your triathlete lifestyle.  

So here's the deal- head over to the TriEdge Facebook page and give them a "like", then shoot over to the SUTC Facebook page and post your workout(s) from this past weekend.  It may have been a Double Veyo Loop and a 5 mile transition run, or you just may have sat and rocked your new baby.  We don't care!  We just want to see what our SUTC athletes are out there doing and give away some AWESOME Skullcandy headphones from TriEdge.  Make sure to post your response under the correct Wall Post (by Colleen Rue) where you see the picture of these sweet headphones.   One winner will be chosen at random on Friday at Noon.  The winner must "like" TriEdge.net and post their workouts. Got it.  Let's see what you've been up to SUTC!  

Workouts for This Week! 

Wednesday  Beginner Friendly!  Track workout @ Pineview H.S. Track.  Meet at 5:00p.m.  Coach Dennis Budd will be providing a workout and technique.  If you have your own track workout you need to accomplish, come and run it with the group cheering you on.  

Wednesday  Beginner Friendly!  Jump in the pool after your track workout!  Swim workout @ WCCC at 6:30p.  Led by Sterling Cabana who will provide a workout for those who are interested.  You don't have to do the workout.  Just come do your own thing and mix and mingle with other athletes.   

Thursday  Bike ride from Desert Hills High School.  4:00 p.m.  Meet at the tennis courts.  Ride will go out to the airport via River Road and the Fort Pierce Industrial area.  You can ride anywhere from 20-30 miles on this out and back course.  Great for beginners or for time trial/interval work.

Saturday  Spectrum 10K.  If you haven't run this 10K, it needs to be added to your list.  With a great course through Snow Canyon State Park and Ivin's City it could be one of the most scenic around.  The race usually sells out, so make sure to check www.sgcity.org for registration details.  Also, remember that SUTC Members get discounted entries into St. George City Races by registering in person at the St. George Recreation Center.  Don't want to race?  PLEASE VOLUNTEER!  St. George City has given us GREAT discounts this year and we need to show them our support by not only running in their races, but also by volunteering.  Contact Aaron Metler or Kyle Yardley at the St. George Recreation Center for more information.  

Saturday  Show-and-Go IMSG Bike Loop/Run.  Meet at 8:45 a.m. at the Snow Canyon Parkway Pond.  Wheels to the road at 9:00 a.m. Ride a single or double loop on the IMSG bike course.  Transition run following the bike on the trails surrounding the pond.  It is getting warm these days so be smart when planning your rides to make sure you have plenty of fluids and electrolytes.  

Happy Training!

Workouts for Week of March 4th-9th

CLUB WORKOUTS THIS WEEK

Wednesday  Beginner Friendly-  Track workout @ Pineview H.S. Track.  Meet at 5:00p.m.  Coach Dennis Budd will be providing a workout and technique.  If you have your own track workout you need to accomplish, come and run it with the group cheering you on.  

Wednesday  Beginner Friendly  Jump in the pool after your track workout!  Swim workout @ WCCC at 6:30p.  Lead by Sterling Cabana who will provide a workout for those who are interested.  You don't have to do the workout.  Just come do your own thing and mix and mingle with other athletes.  

Friday  Swim Clinic with HT Training.  Pro-Triathlete Heath Thurston is hosting a swim stroke clinic from 4-6 p.m. at the WCCC.  Cost is $60/pp.  Heath is one of the top pro swimmers on the Ironman circuit and is one of the BEST swim coaches.  Preregister by contacting Mahogani at 801-318-1420.  Clinic is limited to 10 people to ensure personalized instruction.  

Saturday  Fully supported Double Veyo Loop (100 miles) and 10 mile brick w/ HT Training.  For $15.00 you take advantage of roving SAG and support (food, drink, mechanical, etc.).  This will enable you to ride this course in a similar manner to race day.  Meet at the Snow Canyon Parkway Pond at 8:45 a.m., ready to ride at 9:00 a.m.  10 mile transition run will follow the ride.  Please e-mail Colleen at seemetri@yahoo.com to guarantee your spot!  

Saturday  Don't need/want support... Self-Supported Veyo Loop. Meet at the Snow Canyon Parkway Pond ready to roll out at 9:00 a.m.  Just go out and do your thing while enjoying some company!  

Saturday  Show-and-Go Ride.  We would like to offer a non-ironman show-and-go ride on the weekends.  If you are interested in helping to coordinate this group, please reply to this e-mail.  Show and Go would meet at a central location like the WCCC and the course and pace would be determined by those who show up.  

Training in St. George Utah

With Ironman St. George coming up on May 5th, St. George Utah is really beginning to come alive in a triathlon sort of way. Spring is around the corner, and all the Ironman hopefuls are well underway in their training. The long grueling indoor rides are coming to an end. The indoor lap swimming is nearly over. Runners are starting to speckle the streets again. Hardly a Saturday that goes by without seeing at least 30-50 road or mountain cyclists out and about.

But it's not just about Ironman right now. It's the season of triathlon that is fast approaching. Athletes old and young, experienced and just beginning are starting to hit the pools and the streets.

St. George is a fantastic place to train and race in the sport of triathlon. We would love to have everyone come join us as we prepare for the funnest time of year. Race time!

Below is a list of upcoming races in or around the Southern Utah area.

IM St. George Triathlon Training camp

Hosted by GPP Endurance, this triathlon camp was rated a top 5 camp in the United States by Active.com

March 24th- SUU Indoor Triathlon

An indoor triathlon in Cedar City at the University.

April 7th- SHAC Indoor Tri

inddor tri at the Sand Hollow Aquatic Center 

May 5th- Ironman St. George

2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 marathon. 

May 19th- St. George Triathlon

Hosted by BBSC Endurance Events. 

June 16th- Utah Summer Games

The triathlon event at the Utah Summer Games

Sept 15th- Kokopelli Triathlon

Hosted by BBSC Endurance Events. 

Feel free in the comments to let us know of any other triathlon events in the area. There are also tons of single event races to participate in throughout the year! So go sign up for a few and come workout with the Southern Utah Triathlon Club to prepare!