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How To Make Spectating A Triathlon A T.E.A.M. Sport

We love to feature guest bloggers and our friend, Tara Newman, of the familysportlife blog is certainly no exception.  Tara has written a great piece for us on how to make spectating a TEAM sport.  Considering that she has two darling kids, who I was fortunate to meet at Rev3 Quassy, this article is a perfect fit.  Enjoy, educate yourselves, and be sure to check…

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in Food & fun, Kids in Tow, North America, Restaurants, The Sport of Spectating

LIFE TIME TRI CAPTEX – FOOD, FUN, & SPECTATING IN AUSTIN

On Monday, May 26,  3000 triathletes from first-timers to pros, will be in downtown Austin for the Life Time Tri’s CapTex.  When you think about all the famous and most visited attractions in downtown Austin, these triathletes will swim, bike, and run right past them.  This was THE FIRST triathlon my husband ever did and this year will be the last one he races as…

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how triathlons can make you better parents
in Home, Kids in Tow

8 OFF DAY FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES DURING TRAINING SEASON

We all know how all time-consuming training is in season, but have you ever actually looked at your triathlete’s training schedule? I did and much to my surprise AND happiness, I found a few great words: off day, activity of choice, just do something active, and easy workout. Yes, those are actual terms. Well, sorry trihubby, you asked me to look up your swim workout…

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in Home, Kids in Tow, Life with a Triathlete

LIFE PROGRESSIONS OF ONE TRIATHLON FAMILY – PART 2

Welcome back.  This is Part 2 of my awesome interview with Claudia Maizey, whose husband is a triathlete and who has progressed through this lifestyle from no kids to one child to soon to be 2 children. In Part 1, Claudia and I discussed how they got involved in triathlons and what compromises they have had to make.  The interview continues with a discussion of…

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LIFE PROGRESSIONS OF ONE TRIATHLON FAMILY – PART 1

The triathlon lifestyle, not to mention life in general, certainly changed for one young couple who went from no children to one child and soon to be two children, all in just 4 years – not to mention caring for their adorable, Earl!  It certainly has been filled with “lessons learned.”  Take advantage of their journey and read how this triathlon family manages the lifestyle…

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OFF SEASON AND THE TRI FAMILY – A NEW DYNAMIC?

With race season most likely over for the majority of triathletes, indoor training is probably becoming the norm – especially if you live on the east coast or Midwest.  Chances are your family dynamics are going to change along with the training pattern, too.  There will still be time devoted to the sport, it will just take a bit different path.  There will be less…

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WHEN IT’S NOT A PASSING FAD – ALL ABOARD THE TRIATHLON TRAIN

The TriWives would love to share with you a story of how one of our families became hooked not only on triathlons, but on finding a way to give back and actually have fun in the process.  We believe that volunteering at races, whether as a family or as a solo supporter, is a great way to meet people, get involved, and show your appreciation to the…

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tips for planning a triathlon race season
in Getting Fit, Home, Kids in Tow

A Triathlon Lifestyle Is a Family Lifestyle

There are many types of triathlon families; no kids, young kids, grown kids, the extended family, friends – you get the picture. But the one constant – it is a “family” affair. From training, finances, races, food, travel, and beyond, a triathlon lifestyle requires a buy-in from the whole support team. Here are a few questions for you to consider as you dive into or move…

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in Home, Kids in Tow, The Sport of Spectating

FAMILY FUN AT TRIATHLONS: THE LOCAL RACES

We, triwives, have been at this for many years, with kids and without and at all race distances.  Having a triathlete in the family can be stressful and tough on the kids at any age.  Creating an attitude of a healthy lifestyle with triathlons as a part of it can become your family time norm versus a stressor.  Our Kids in Tow section of this…

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TRI-ING WITH KIDS IN TOW

The Sport of Spectating series prompted a lot of requests for other tips on traveling to triathlon races with kids.  So, we created a new series called, Tri-ing With Kids in Tow.  Watch for our first article this week, Family Fun Tri-Style, and be sure to check out the articles under Kids In Tow.  We’ve all been there, done that, and want to make it…

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