by Lauren M. For the past few years, It’s been a goal of mine to run a spring break marathon abroad. Last year, I ran the Rome marathon in Italy. It gives me something to look forward to during our winter months and keeps me running! This past training cycle was my first time using a coach. I hired Coach Christa with Experience Triathlon Coaching Services. I’m sure we all believe our schedules are busy, but I truly think mine is extra chaotic. Given this, I wasn’t sure how a more formal, structured training schedule would look, since I need to take it day-by-day sometimes and also be able to a ..read more

We are very excited to announce that we have once again negotiated a discounted hotel rate for Ironman Wisconsin. We have secured a block of rooms at the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison-West, 2212 Deming Way, Middleton, WI, 53562. There are a mixture of rooms with 2 queen beds and 1 king bed rooms in our block. These rooms are for ET team members, their families, and friends. ET Room Block Available Dates: Wednesday, September 4, 2024 – Monday, September 9, 2024 (race is on Sunday, September 8) Please note that check-in dates anytime in the above time-frame can usually be accommo ..read more

The outdoor riding season is almost here. Are you ready to change a flat? Do you have all the right supplies & tools? Join us at Spokes Wheaton for a tire changing clinic with ET head coach, Joe LoPresto. You can even bring your own bike and practice! “The information from the tire change clinic paid off for me very soon after the session. I had the dreaded double flat on a ride. Prior to the clinic, my ride would have been done. I was carrying only 1 tube and had the repair tools, but didn’t know how to use them. After seeing the demonstration I had the confidence to tackle fixing the fla ..read more

ET Tri and Bike 2024 Uniform Fit Sessions We have a fit kit with most sizes to ensure you order the right items. Our team design will be the same as 2023. Our uniforms are created by EPIX Performance Apparel. EPIX has been highly recommended by Tri Clubs and Coaches across the USA. The feedback from Team ET has been fantastic! Please note: We will only be doing a pre-order for these items!  We will not be carrying on-going inventory, so if you want an item, please come to a fit session. We hope to open the online ordering store in early March so we can get our uniforms i ..read more

An evening of fun with other endurance athletes and friends! It’s not all about training and racing at Experience Triathlon. Come share an evening of fun and fellowship. This event is not just for our Team athletes and family members. All local athletes and clubs are welcome to join us. There is no fee for this outing. ET will be providing appetizers. Attendees are responsible for their own food orders and beverages. Date: Saturday, January 27, 2024 Time: 6:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M Location: Up North Ale House.  1595 North Aurora Rd. Naperville, IL, 60563 RSVP requested via the form below.. Na ..read more

Experience Triathlon is super excited to offer FREE CompuTrainer classes in our private cycling studio from December 20-31st! Our classes are open to all athletes across the Chicagoland triathlon and cycling communities, not just those that are members of ET. All ability levels are welcome! Our location is near Bond St. in Naperville. Once your request is confirmed, you’ll get an email from Coach Joe with the address and additional logistics information about our studio. Note: space is limited. Your date/time request is not confirmed until you receive the email from Coach Joe. Request for clas ..read more

by Christine K. Last fall, I completed an Ironman triathlon after six months of training almost every day. I placed second-to-last in an age group of nearly 40 athletes, finishing with less than half an hour to spare before the course cut off. This year, I ran a single 5K this year without training. I placed first in an age group of ten runners, maintaining a sub-9 minute pace while pushing my 2-year-old son in a stroller. Which race result brings me a greater sense of fulfillment? In a certain sense, I can say both, because completing an Ironman and living my best life as a single mom are ult ..read more

by Eric R. Anyone who has been in triathlon or any endurance sport has heard the phrase, “you can’t control the weather on race day,” or maybe you’ve also been told to, “expect the unexpected” during long distance races.  These phrases now take on more of a personal meaning for me after this season. My 2023 season began in June with an Olympic distance triathlon in Springfield, MO called “ConcerteMan,” named for the concrete company that was the original title sponsor.  This small, local race was well run and well supported, and one that I’d recommend.  I even met the race direc ..read more

by Tara G. Whenever I sign up for a race the thought of finishing last runs through my mind. Race days are uncontrollable in many ways, from the weather to what illness is going around you just hope at the starting line you are the best version of yourself on that day. My journey to completing a full ironman has been windier than anticipated and sometimes I’m challenged mentally to overcome that. After COVID pushed my race from 2020 > 2021, I went from training at 10:30 pace miles for long training runs to welcoming my 3rd baby 6 months before race day and barely breaking 12 min miles most ..read more

Experience Triathlon is super excited to offer FREE CompuTrainer classes in our private cycling studio from October 4th-15th! Our classes are open to all athletes across the Chicagoland triathlon and cycling communities, not just those that are members of ET. All ability levels are welcome! Our location is near Bond St. in Naperville. Once your request is confirmed, you’ll get an email from Coach Joe with the address and additional logistics information about our studio. Note: space is limited. Your date/time request is not confirmed until you receive the email from Coach Joe. Request for clas ..read more