Richmond Triathlon Club

Richmond Tri Club members are currently reviewing fresh new designs for RTC racing apparel and voting for their favorite!

We have been working with Zoot's graphic design team to create a signature club kit and our committee has narrowed it down to 2 new looks for members to choose from.

We will have another sample kit try-on date next week, time and place TBD.

The RTC Kit Store will open next week for only a few days so we can get these kits ordered and in hand before IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina!

We can't wait for RTC athletes to represent in a new, fresh style at races near and far!!

Hey RTC and other area Tri Groups with athletes racing IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina: We have a unique opportunity to have a Video Chat with the Race Director on Tuesday September 10th!

Topics will include swim-bike-run course review, pre-race and race morning logistics. With 2 transition areas and shuttling to the swim start, etc. there's a lot going on in Wilmington that you and your sherpas/support crew should know about. Of course, we'll leave plenty of time for some quality Q&A too!

PLEASE ADD A COMMENT if you'd be interested in attending a virtual session covering IM 70.3 NC on 9/10/24.

Shout it out so we know how many RVA athletes would find this valuable!!

RTC Members, we have an opportunity to raise funds (our goal $5000) for Cancer Research at VCU-Massey Cancer Center!

On August 25th RTC Members can take part in the 6th annual Swim Across America-Richmond benefit swim at Quest Swimming. And RTC has a team!!

Your participation will help us "Make Waves to Fight Cancer" and raise money for cancer research, prevention and treatment. And what a great way to do some swim training while doing some good!

Here's a link to learn more and REGISTER (*join Team Richmond Triathlon Club, Jack Crowley): https://www.swimacrossamerica.org/site/TR/OpenWater/Richmond?pg=entry&fr_id=7126

LOCATION: SAA-Richmond is a pool swim at Quest Swimming (6800 Deer Run Dr, Midlothian, VA 23112).

DATE: August 25th

We want to give a shoutout to Richmond Triathlon Club for donating $500 AND creating a team for our event on August 25th at Quest Swimming! All proceeds whether you donate or register goes straight to our charity, VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center! Let’s continue to and register/donate today!

Come on down to EF to get fitted for a kit, bathing suit, run singlet, and cycle gear! We’re here until 6:30!

8908 Patterson Avenue, Richmond

📣 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

Thanks to Dr. Rob Green of Active Recovery + Performance for leading a recent track workout with a dynamic warmup & other key running drills! How lucky are we to have such an amazing resource right here in RVA!!

Updated viewing schedule, Paris Olympic Triathlon events.

RTC's own Jill Blankenburg chats with local legends Dr. Moose Herring and Richmond Triathlon Club partner Rob Greene of Active Recovery + Performance, sharing stories and mutual passion for the sport of triathlon on the HUB Life Podcast!

Olympic Triathlon Events!!

🗣️ Mark those calendars!

TV schedule for the Olympic triathlon competitions on July 30, July 31 and Aug. 5. Organize your watch parties! 🥳

Happy watching!

Making Team USA presented by

NEW RTC TRI GEAR ON THE HORIZON!! 2 Opportunities to "Tri" On Fit Kits at Endorphin Fitness: July 27th & August 1st!

Richmond Tri Club is excited to announce that we'll be ordering new Tri Kits and other performance apparel this year!

We are designing new Zoot brand racing and training gear customized for RTC: Racing kits, both 1-piece and 2-piece, cycling gear, running singlets and bathing suits for women. The Club will be offering these items at a discounted cost for members.

Right now, we have samples available to try-on so when the Zoot online store goes live, you'll already know what sizes you need!

There are 2 upcoming opportunities to "Tri" on sample gear at Endorphin Fitness. Address: 8910 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23229 (804.741.1599)

- THIS SATURDAY (tomorrow!) 1:30-3:30pm
- Thursday August 1st, 4:30-6:30pm

Please come out to EF on one of these 2 dates and get your sizing down pat. And if you can't make it to either, please message RTC and we'll do our best to make arrangements with you!
EMAIL: [email protected]

We can't wait for members to suit-up and represent RTC in newly designed, eye-catching apparel from one of the top triathlon brands - Zoot Sports! Let your tri-style shine!

Another GREAT reason to join us for a Triathletes' Night Out and Open House this Thursday at Active Recovery + Performance!
We'll Have Fit Kits to "Tri" On at the TNO Event on July 25th (5:30-7:30pm)!

NEW RTC TRI KITS ON THE HORIZON!

Richmond Tri Club is excited to announce that we'll be ordering new Tri Kits and other performance apparel this year! We've assembled a committee to work on design and pricing - and the club gear will be made by one of triathlon's top apparel brands, Zoot!

We'll have a few different options including 1-piece and 2-piece racing kits, bike jerseys, shorts, swimsuits and running singlets.

RTC will offer a discount for members to purchase new club racing apparel - stay tuned for our pricing structure and a sneak peek at the new designs!

** The first opportunity to try-on samples of these new products and dial in your perfect sizes will be at Thursday's TNO/Open House (July 25th) **

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Midlothian/RTCOPENHOUSEActivePerformanceHUB72524

Also, ASAP we'll have 2 additional try-on dates at a different location Endorphin Fitness- more info to follow.

In the meantime, come out and join us at the BIG EVENT this Thursday!

RTC - TNO and OPEN HOUSE Active Recovery + Performance & HUB 7/25/24 The RTC - TNO and OPEN HOUSE Active Recovery + Performance & HUB 7/25/24 is on Thursday July 25, 2024. It includes the following events: RTC TNO and OPEN HOUSE - Active Recovery + Performance and HUB Training Center and Event Coordinator.

Today’s Coached Swim is Cancelled as we didn’t have sufficient registrations by the 3 pm deadline. Next Coached swim is in 2 weeks August 5.

Who used to hear this from their mom?

Do you really have to wait to go swimming after eating? Did your parents warn you against jumping in the pool right after eating? They were misguided.

We're excited for another RTC Triathlete's Night Out (TNO!) next week! This time we partner with our friends at Active Recovery + Performance and HUB Training for an evening of fun, fitness and fellowship! RTC Members: Please register for this event on RSU:
https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Midlothian/RTCOPENHOUSEActivePerformanceHUB72524

The VA Super Tri is Sunday and prices increase Friday at midnight! This is your chance to mix up your tri routine by racing on a course that is completely closed to cars, super spectator friendly, and uses an exciting race format that breaks a sprint triathlon into 5 mini races.

https://livered.org/super-tri/

Whew, it's HOT out there!! And July RTC News is hot off the press!

IN THIS ISSUE:

THE FUTURE OF THE SPORT IS HERE IN RVA! NEW SUPER TRI FORMAT COMES TO ROBIOUS LANDING JULY 21ST!

New Member Spotlight: Ashley Hernandez

Track Tuesday Special: Expert Warmup Routine by Dr. Rob Green on July 23rd

RTC Advocates for Members - OWS Continues at Robious Landing

A Full-Spectrum Wellness Event: Don't Miss RTC's Summer TNO on July 25th with Active Recovery + Performance

Triathlon's NetFlix Moment

Multisport Meme of the Month

RTC GIVES: BE PART OF OUR OPEN WATER SUPPORT CREW FOR THE VA SUPER TRI RACE ON JULY 21ST!

Lifeguards and Kayakers are needed to support the VA Super Tri swimmers this weekend on July 21st. Our club has offered watercraft and volunteers for this event, and we need your help!

RTC you always step-up when you're needed and now is the time!
Please volunteer to show support for triathlon in the Richmond region -- let's give back to the tri community we all love!!

SIGN-UP TO KAYAK HERE:

VA Super Tri The VA Super Tri is on Sunday July 21, 2024. It includes the following events: Adult Super Tri and Youth Super Tri.

For the past 3 decades, there has been an effort to make triathlon more spectator-friendly and fun.
Enter the VA Super Tri!
https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Midlothian/VASuperTri

Right here in the Richmond area, LiveRed Events is embracing this exciting short-course format and bringing a brand-new race to our region, the VA Super Tri

This is a sprint triathlon broken up into five mini triathlons (125m swim – 2.4mi bike – 1k run) completed on a small course. That's 5-rounds of swim-bike-run! Talk about fast twitch training and shaking things up!

You are going to love it because it is different, your family and friends are going to lose their voice cheering for you, and you will be one of the first to experience the future of triathlon.

Break out of the norm and test your limits - the future is here! Sign up for the VA Super Tri today!

https://livered.org/super-tri/

VA Super Tri The VA Super Tri is on Sunday July 21, 2024. It includes the following events: Adult Super Tri and Youth Super Tri.

📣 RTC Members📣 🏊‍♂️🏊🏼‍♀️🏊
Excerpt from Special Permission letter

“We are pleased to inform you that the Parks and Recreation Department has authorized the special use of Robious Landing for the Richmond Triathlon Club’s swim training. This approval follows your request, and the outlined safety measures your club adheres to.

Please ensure all swim practices are conducted in accordance with the safety measures detailed in your request, including but not limited to:
• Emergency communication protocols in place
• Water support
• Use of swim buoys and other visible aids for swimmers

Your cooperation in maintaining these standards is appreciated, and we trust that the Richmond Triathlon Club will continue to uphold the highest level of safety during your training sessions at Robious Landing.”

Monday’s OWS is a GO! 🏊🏊🏼‍♀️🏊‍♂️

📣IMPORTANT 📣 Just received this message from Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation that there is NO swimming allowed at RLP. We are looking at having our swims at another location possibly Huguenot Flatwater per EF’s suggestion, stay tuned.

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work! Check out the upcoming Endorphin Fitness Training Team!

EF has a training team preparing for Richmond’s Triathlon Series produced by Live Red Foundation including the VA Super Tri (7/21), RVA Sprint Tri (8/25), and Robious Landing Tri (8/25). Reach out to us today to get signed up and start training.

Awesome way to prep and train for local Live Red Foundation Tri events in July and August - we highly recommend Endorphin Fitness coaching!

EF has a training team preparing for Richmond’s Triathlon Series produced by Live Red Foundation including the VA Super Tri (7/21), RVA Sprint Tri (8/25), and Robious Landing Tri (8/25). Reach out to us today to get signed up and start training.

Today’s OWS and EF Coached session is cancelled due to predicted t-Storms from 5-7 pm.

See you Wednesday!

IMPORTANT MEMBER UPDATES: JULY EVENTS WITH HUB Training Center AND Active Recovery + Performance!

Things are heating up in July with lots of cool opportunities to train, learn and socialize!

Wednesday, July 17th - Pre Open Water Swim/Dry Land Technique and Band Work & Dynamic Warm-Up at Robious Landing Park.

Dr. Rob Green from Active Recovery and Performance will cover essential swim stroke techniques, dry land exercises, and band workouts designed to enhance your stroke efficiency and overall performance. Additionally, he will guide us through a short and easy dynamic warm-up to get you ready to glide through the water. This session is a perfect opportunity to refine your technique and boost your swim training!

*Participants and volunteers, please register (as usual) via RunSignup: RTC Open Water Swim Wed. 7/17/24: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Midlothian/RTCOpenWaterSwimWednesday71724MembersOnly

Tuesday, July 23rd - If you're looking for that extra gear and a strong "final kick" to take your triathlon run to the next level, come find out how track & speed workouts can get you there! Dr. Rob Green from HUB Training will lead a special RTC track workout that you won't want to miss!

This event will be held at Trinity school track, where the weekly RTC Track Workouts take place. Rob will cover run specific drills and a simple, low time-consuming, dynamic warm up to do before running - so important for prepping the body for intensity and injury prevention.

The intro and warmups start at 5:45pm and will last about 30 minutes, then Rob will lead a track workout from 6:15p-7:15p. (*Sign-up link coming soon!)

Thursday, July 25th - TNO (Triathletes' Night Out) at Active Recovery + Performance 
RTC, HUB Training and Active will once again host a festival of full-spectrum wellness!

(*Full details and event registration are coming soon - stay tuned to RTC's social media channels and a follow up email will be released ASAP. Also, you can always view the RTC Calendar for these July happenings and more!!).

July 4th Aqua Bike Social - Members only sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Midlothian/RTCJuly4thSwimRideSocialMembersOnly

Club Sponsorships Needed - And YOU Can Help!

Richmond Tri Club is looking to bring on additional sponsors to help support the club's activities.

Sponsorships assist with the following:

-Keeping annual membership fees low
-Supporting social activities and clinics throughout the year
-Purchasing equipment and gear needed to support open water swims
-Helping RTC to endorse good causes, such as the work of the Live -Red Foundation, and contribute to other local charities and non-profits through our RTC Gives initiative

Do you or someone you know have a service or product that you think would be of interest to our vibrant community of nearly 300 members? If so, please consider becoming a sponsor - or pitching RTC Sponsorship to a colleague or company you do business with!

Check out this presentation for more information on RTC Sponsorship: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1suv9YmV7u_IvXUSFBIcQquFcAIEqGAzM/edit =id.p1

CONTACT US:

Please reach out to Adam Foldenauer, [email protected]

Or email our general Inbox, [email protected]

We'd love to hear your ideas!

Super Shoe Showcase on Monday June 17th!!

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Mark your calendars for Monday, June 17th at 6:30 PM.

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We look forward to seeing you there!
*Enjoy exclusive shopping specials during event night.

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