Monthly Archives: March 2015

Ironman South Africa, Ironman 70.3 California, NCAA Men’s Swim Meet

Posted on March 29, 2015 by palmertri

Two big long course races this weekend and other stuff. -Ironman 70.3 California was viciously fast this year. Lots of very, very fast bros going at it in the men’s race. Strava celebrity and Canadian Lionel Sanders rode an almost … Continue reading →

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Canada is Lousy…

Posted on March 22, 2015 by palmertri

…with long course triathlon talent these days. Women: Angela Duncan (70.3 monster and won Ironman Chattanooga) Magali Tisseyre (another 70.3 monster) and most notably Heather Wurtele (70.3 monster and multi time IM Champion). Men: Brent McMahon (won debut IM last … Continue reading →

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New Weekend Notes

Posted on March 15, 2015 by palmertri

Birthday Bike: QR, perhaps the most caring company in triathlon, sent me a bike for my birthday this week! Wednesday I stopped by Gear West Bike to pick up the greatest birthday present of all time. I’m going to be … Continue reading →

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Weekend Notes

Posted on March 7, 2015 by palmertri

It’s feeling like spring here in Minnesota, so the trails around the city are hustling and bustling with people who just remembered about the outdoors. The ‘hibernators’ are awaking from their indoor slumbers! Welcome back. Some of us who run … Continue reading →

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Top Seven Reasons to Do Your Training Today: Motivation Monday

Posted on March 2, 2015 by palmertri

1. Training is good for you. 2. Not training is bad for you. 3. Training will make you faster. 4. People who skip training on Mondays are 74% more likely to get a speeding ticket in the next month. 5. … Continue reading →

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