Tues. March 2nd, Winter 8km Run, meet at Centennial Beach Parking Lot, (Barrie) at 6:10pm
Thursday March 4th Social Night, balance of swim caps to be handed out to paid members.
If you haven't paid your dues or sent your waiver form in, great opportunity to do so.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Friday, February 19, 2010
Don't forget to breath
It sounds silly, but many of us including yours truly tense up or focus so much on the physical action of the sport that we forgot to breath in a relax rhythmic fashion. Most certainly true in swimming, running & cycling. However, recently it became abundantly apparent to me the art of relaxed breathing while lifting free weights. No matter how much a type "A" grimaces and forces that 10th dumbbell curl, I can almost assure you will be able to lift more weight & more often if you are relaxed and breathing.
It does sounds pretty straight forward. We think were breathing properly, but there is a good chance, we're not. Then even if you are breathing, you may be breathing at the incorrect times. I came across some great articles I'd like to share with you by Dr. Emeka Okwuje on Article base. Do a quick google & check it out. Test yourself, next time you're doing any sport activity begin by focusing on a relaxed rhythmic breathing. You will be surprised i think how much further & stronger you become. Please note I'm not a doctor nor an expert, but simply sharing based on my personal experiences.
If you have any experiences you would like to share please add your comments.
It does sounds pretty straight forward. We think were breathing properly, but there is a good chance, we're not. Then even if you are breathing, you may be breathing at the incorrect times. I came across some great articles I'd like to share with you by Dr. Emeka Okwuje on Article base. Do a quick google & check it out. Test yourself, next time you're doing any sport activity begin by focusing on a relaxed rhythmic breathing. You will be surprised i think how much further & stronger you become. Please note I'm not a doctor nor an expert, but simply sharing based on my personal experiences.
If you have any experiences you would like to share please add your comments.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Sunday, February 14, 2010
OLYMPIC GAMES
Hello Baydogs,
What a nice opening ceremony friday night! Hope you guys had the opportunity to watched it.
I am personally surfing between CTV, TSN, V (french) to get as most as I can from the games.
Maybe as not as interesting for some as per summer games - I know winter triathlon isn't there yet!!! (See Joanne for her results and experience according to her last race....)
My favorite interest are nordic skiing and biathlon.
Always very inspiring and motivating to see the best of the world.
It is home here in Vancouver, the canadian crowd is there.
Let's relax between workouts...and enjoy it!
Have fun.
G
Why join the Barrie T.C. ??? Here's Why
Why join the Barrie Triathlon Club ?
First & foremost the number one benefit is it places you with similar driven people who want to enjoy the multi-sports of swimming, cycling, & running. Training with others increases your knowledge, your motivation & enables you to make many new healthy friends. However, please understand you take away what you put into it, just like going to the gym. During the off season the amount of activities are relatively low. Right now, in February there are two formal activities a week. Tuesday night's 8km Winter Run and on Wednesday there is Speed Work drills. As we roll into late April, the cycling begins. This will takes us to a minimum of four (4) activities a week. Tuesday night becomes our 20km Time Trial night which is a blast of fun. Wednesday continues with Kevin O'Neil's Speed work drills (i promise you, guaranteed to make you faster) and Saturday is our longer cycling ride which is an enjoyable ride through beautiful country with great conversation. The longer rides will be anywhere from 40 km to 100 km geared for you & your time constraints. In addition, there will be another run added (tbd) and quite possible an early morning cycling ride during the weekday. On top of all that our Club meets every first Thursday at the Locker Room for "Pepsi" burgers, and peanuts.
A monetary benefit is the Barrie T.C. $ 80 fee, includes your OAT membership which is enables you to receive a discount if you are planning to enter any distance of triathlon OAT racing this summer.
Inside the Club we have some seasoned veterans who are a wealth of information to draw from. Personally for me, it's the fuel of energy that we draw from one another as well as meeting & making new friends. We encourage friendship & positive reinforcement. If you have any questions please do not hesitiate to email me at ijamie63@rogers.com. Press on ; Finish Strong, Jamie Nielsen.
First & foremost the number one benefit is it places you with similar driven people who want to enjoy the multi-sports of swimming, cycling, & running. Training with others increases your knowledge, your motivation & enables you to make many new healthy friends. However, please understand you take away what you put into it, just like going to the gym. During the off season the amount of activities are relatively low. Right now, in February there are two formal activities a week. Tuesday night's 8km Winter Run and on Wednesday there is Speed Work drills. As we roll into late April, the cycling begins. This will takes us to a minimum of four (4) activities a week. Tuesday night becomes our 20km Time Trial night which is a blast of fun. Wednesday continues with Kevin O'Neil's Speed work drills (i promise you, guaranteed to make you faster) and Saturday is our longer cycling ride which is an enjoyable ride through beautiful country with great conversation. The longer rides will be anywhere from 40 km to 100 km geared for you & your time constraints. In addition, there will be another run added (tbd) and quite possible an early morning cycling ride during the weekday. On top of all that our Club meets every first Thursday at the Locker Room for "Pepsi" burgers, and peanuts.
A monetary benefit is the Barrie T.C. $ 80 fee, includes your OAT membership which is enables you to receive a discount if you are planning to enter any distance of triathlon OAT racing this summer.
Inside the Club we have some seasoned veterans who are a wealth of information to draw from. Personally for me, it's the fuel of energy that we draw from one another as well as meeting & making new friends. We encourage friendship & positive reinforcement. If you have any questions please do not hesitiate to email me at ijamie63@rogers.com. Press on ; Finish Strong, Jamie Nielsen.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
-14 C Patton & Harrison take to Kempenfelt
It was cold but that didn't stop Shawn Patton & Mark Harrison from taking the plunge at this years Polar Dip.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Now You're Up to Date
It's February 6th. Here are a few points of interest. **last Thursday Social turnout was 26 members bravo!**your executive is predicting the Baydogs will hit an all time high of 70 members by Valentines Day** our swim caps are in, stay tuned how to pick them up**the Running Room is now the Barrie TC's third official sponsor**our club banner & club jerseys are a work in progress**today will see 10 hrs & 4 minutes of sunlight :)** official Club Sanctioning will take place in the next 30 days**now you're up to date,your Chair Jamie Nielsen.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Tomorrow night is "Social Night"
Time : 7pm to 10 pm Thursday February 4th.
Location is Locker Room on Cundles at the Zehrs Plaza nearest intersection is St. Vincent / Cundles Rd. East.
enter front door and head to back right room.
everyone is responsible for their own tabs.
as a choice some of us go earlier for dinner. please join.
Location is Locker Room on Cundles at the Zehrs Plaza nearest intersection is St. Vincent / Cundles Rd. East.
enter front door and head to back right room.
everyone is responsible for their own tabs.
as a choice some of us go earlier for dinner. please join.
Winter 8 Km Run
Between now and April, we meet every Tuesday night at Centennial Beach Parking lot 6:10pm. Run starts at 6:15pm.
in photo left to right, Jamie, Nicole, Marc, Darcy, Marie, and Dave.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Breakfast Like A Champion
We've all been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Well, it’s true. But as an athlete in training and/or race mode, it can be difficult to know what, when, and how much we should be eating for breakfast.
Our bodies need food within a half hour of waking. Otherwise, our body thinks that we just might starve today, and begins to breakdown that hard-earned muscle tissue to use for energy.
A good breakfast should be around 500 calories, and include a combination of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. For example, two eggs, two pieces of whole-grain toast, a glass of orange juice and an apple will provide a little over 500 calories. It is also a good source of protein, B vitamins, vitamin C, calcium, and some fibre. Generally, anything goes with breakfast, as long as it’s not too high in simple sugars, and incorporates a good source of protein. Some of my favourite breakfast proteins include nut butters, beans, and chicken. Protein shakes can also be great for a quick breakfast, as long as you use a quality protein powder.
If you like to have your work-outs in the morning, 500 calories will just make you feel ill. Have a light breakfast – a piece of toast or half of a bagel to give you the quick energy you need to get through your work-out. Low-fibre and low-protein options will prevent the food from sitting in your stomach. Just make sure you eat the rest of your breakfast when you’re finished!
You may not want to drink water with breakfast, but having a glass a half hour before or after your meal will increase your water intake throughout the day. Try to avoid caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee, as they will cause to dehydrate. As an endurance athlete, you know that hydration is key to performance!
Keep in mind that this is general information, and that everyone’s nutritional needs will be different. If you would like individualized nutrtitional programs to help meet your goals, feel free to contact Dr. Teasdale, ND.
Our bodies need food within a half hour of waking. Otherwise, our body thinks that we just might starve today, and begins to breakdown that hard-earned muscle tissue to use for energy.
A good breakfast should be around 500 calories, and include a combination of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. For example, two eggs, two pieces of whole-grain toast, a glass of orange juice and an apple will provide a little over 500 calories. It is also a good source of protein, B vitamins, vitamin C, calcium, and some fibre. Generally, anything goes with breakfast, as long as it’s not too high in simple sugars, and incorporates a good source of protein. Some of my favourite breakfast proteins include nut butters, beans, and chicken. Protein shakes can also be great for a quick breakfast, as long as you use a quality protein powder.
If you like to have your work-outs in the morning, 500 calories will just make you feel ill. Have a light breakfast – a piece of toast or half of a bagel to give you the quick energy you need to get through your work-out. Low-fibre and low-protein options will prevent the food from sitting in your stomach. Just make sure you eat the rest of your breakfast when you’re finished!
You may not want to drink water with breakfast, but having a glass a half hour before or after your meal will increase your water intake throughout the day. Try to avoid caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee, as they will cause to dehydrate. As an endurance athlete, you know that hydration is key to performance!
Keep in mind that this is general information, and that everyone’s nutritional needs will be different. If you would like individualized nutrtitional programs to help meet your goals, feel free to contact Dr. Teasdale, ND.
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