TRIATHLON BOOT CAMP - SPRING 2010

TRIATHLON BOOT CAMP - SPRING 2010

Philadelphia, PA Suburbs

March 19-21, 2010

There is no better way to jump-start your 2010 season than with a Triathlon Boot Camp!

Mid-Atlantic Multisport will be offering its highly-acclaimed spring Triathlon Boot Camp in the Philadelphia suburbs for the fifth consecutive year.

This three-day camp provides multisport athletes with a unique opportunity to learn from top coaches, receive individualized instruction, and get in some great training with a group of other like-minded athletes all in an enjoyable, non-intimidating environment.

Camp Includes:

Swim stroke analysis in a specially equipped Endless Pools' FASTLANE swimming machine using four digital video cameras positioned above and below the water surface;
Field testing to determine participants' heart rate training zones for both biking and running;
Running gait analysis using digital recording equipment;
Fully-supported group training sessions;

Topics Covered During Classroom Sessions:

Training program design
Using heart rate and power principles to optimize your training
Climbing, cornering and descending on the bike;
Proper bike fit
Common injuries, treatment and prevention
Training considerations for women and masters athletes
Mental aspects of training and racing
Core strengthening and injury prevention
Equipment selection
Keys to quick transitions
Training and race-day nutrition
Recovery techniques.

As part of the registration fee, digital copies of the swim stroke and run gait analyses will be provided to camp participants.

WEEKEND ITINERARY

Below is a sampling of the key topics to be covered during the camp. To see a detailed itinerary for the weekend, click here.

Friday: Check in, Swim Stroke Analysis, Bike Field Testing, Bike Handling Skills, Running Gait Analysis, Dinner, and Classroom Sessions.

Saturday: Morning Group Run, Breakfast, Classroom Sessions, Group Ride, Lunch, Breakout Sessions (Swimming, Cycling, Running, Strength and Flexibility), Optional Group Dinner.

Sunday: Morning Group Run, Breakfast, Classroom Sessions, Lunch, Panel Discussion, Optional Group Ride.

WHAT KIND OF SHAPE DO I NEED TO BE IN?

This is a question our staff hears constantly in the months leading up to the Boot Camp. The good news is, you don't need to be race-ready at all - the weekend can be as hard or as easy as you choose. The camp is designed to start your season off right -- with a strong emphasis on technique and low intensity aerobic efforts. Many of our attendees are preparing for their first triathlon, while others are seasoned veterans striving for that "competitive edge".

There will be one key bike session and one key run session during camp hours which we encourage everyone to participate in. There will also be several additional opportunities for swimming, biking and running throughout the weekend. These sessions will be entirely optional and will be scheduled before and after the formal camp hours.

For the key bike session on Saturday, you may choose between 20, 30, 40, and 50-mile loops on rolling terrain. For the key run session on Sunday, you may choose between 3, 5, 8, and 10-mile loops on similar terrain. Cue sheets, fully-stocked rest stops and support vehicles will be provided for all loops. Several groups will be formed based on ability and fitness levels. These sessions are intended to be easy, aerobic efforts.

Don’t be concerned about not being able to keep up. These are all NO DROP WORKOUTS. There will be plenty of others riding and running at your speed!

Here's a sample of feedback we received from triathletes attending the camp in previous years:

"Not only was the camp enjoyable, but the other attendees at the camp were such wonderful people…everyone was so positive and supportive. I made so many new friends that I will continue to stay in touch with and hopefully train with. In fact, some of us are already emailing each other and trying to get together for rides and runs." - Laura M.

"I've been meaning to write to thank you once again for a wonderful weekend. It was so great in so many ways. Your staff was amazing! I learned more that I could have anticipated. I will definitely send more people your way next year." - Lauren D.

To read more about the experience of one of last year's Camp participants, click here.

WHO ARE THE INSTRUCTORS?

The Triathlon Boot Camp staff is comprised of an unparalleled group of experienced coaching professionals. The staff includes Mid-Atlantic Multisport Head Coach Bill Hauser and six-time Ironman champion Ken Glah. During the course of the Camp, you will have the opportunity to train shoulder to shoulder with all of the coaches and pick their brains in a friendly, informal environment.

For more information on the camp staff, click here.

WHERE IS THE CAMP HELD?

Triathlon Boot Camp takes place in historic Southeastern Pennsylvania. The Camp is conveniently located just minutes from Center City Philadelphia and less than two hours by car from both Baltimore and New York City along the I-95 corridor. The classroom and pool sessions will be held at the state-of-the-art Healthplex Sports Club in Springfield, PA (www.healthplex.net). The group rides and runs will traverse the rolling countryside and horse farms throughout Delaware and Chester counties and wind through historic estates along the Main Line.

HOW DO I REGISTER?

REGISTRATION FEE: $575. US**

Registration fee includes Triathlon Boot Camp workbook, technical t-shirt, sponsor goodie bag, dinner on Friday and breakfast and lunch on Saturday and Sunday.

CLICK HERE to register.

WHERE DO I STAY?

Accommodations are not included in the registration fee. However, there are several hotels conveniently located nearby.

Residence Inn by Marriott (HOST HOTEL)
191 Washington Street
Conshohocken, PA 19428
(610) 828-8800

Special rates for Boot Camp participants - $99/night for studio suite and $109/night for one bedroom suite. Must make reservation by March 13th.

To reserve your room, click on a link below.

STUDIO SUITE ($99/night): CLICK HERE

ONE BEDROOM SUITE ($109/night): CLICK HERE

The Radnor Hotel
St. Davids, PA
(610) 688-5800

Wayne Hotel
Wayne, PA
(610) 688-5800