Grand Rapids Triathlon Chosen to Host the 2014 USA Triathlon National Long-Course Championships
National titles and Team USA spots on the line for top multisport athletes COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced the Grand Rapids Triathlon,...
Grand Rapids TriathlonNovember 8, 2013
Interview: Meet Angie O’Brien
Angie O’Brien – 3-Time Participant for the Grand Rapids Triathlon Angie O’Brien is a mother of two, wife, and Physical Therapist for the Grand Rapids...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 8, 2013
Interview: Meet Joe Piesz aka Flounder
Joe Piesz (aka Flounder from Thunder 94.5) – Newbie Triathlete Joe Piesz grew up in Howell, MI and currently is the co-host for the “Flounder...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 8, 2013
1982
Post written by Jim Birch, contributor to the Grand Rapids Triathlon blog This was the year of my first triathlon experience! I had driven up to...
Grand Rapids TriathlonFebruary 4, 2013
Swim, Bike, Run . . . Stretch?
By Chris George – Run Course Champion Let’s face it, triathletes place a good deal of stress on their bodies. No matter whether you’re listening...
Grand Rapids TriathlonFebruary 3, 2013
Colorado Connection
Mid-January I had the opportunity to attend the USAT Directors Symposium in Colorado Springs, CO (along with Andy & Doug). There were over 100 triathlon directors...
Grand Rapids TriathlonFebruary 2, 2013
I’m No Triathlete – But I’m Now a Gym Member!
By Kat Gillespie – Marketing Champion The winter months in Grand Rapids can get a bit crazy; one day it’s 50 degrees, the next day...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJanuary 21, 2013
Making Winter Training Fun
By Chris George – Run Course Champion Winter training isn’t always the most fun, but a lot of times it is a necessity. You’re going...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJanuary 18, 2013
The Gift of Sharing Your Passion
Post written by Jim Birch, contributor to the Grand Rapids Triathlon blog. Here goes the old guy getting a little sentimental during the season for gift...
Grand Rapids TriathlonDecember 21, 2012
I’m No Triathlete
Post was written by Kat Gillespie, contributor to the Grand Rapids Triathlon Blog. Kat will be sharing her adventures as she prepares for her first...
Grand Rapids TriathlonDecember 16, 2012
Pain is Temporary. Memory is Forever!
I’d like to introduce you to Jim Birch – past participant of one of our triathlons. He has been an amazing inspiration to the team...
Grand Rapids TriathlonNovember 5, 2012
Governor’s Council Endorses Local Triathlons
(Grand Rapids, MI) – Tris4Health races (Grand Rapids Triathlon and MI Titanium) have been recognized as quality events by the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness....
Grand Rapids TriathlonOctober 23, 2012
GR Tri Participant Blogs – Check Them Out!
When “Googling” the GR Tri, we ran into some of the participants’ blogs. Great content, feel free to follow their adventure to next year’s race....
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 15, 2012
Interview: Have you Met Jim Birch?
“This is the only sport, of many, I have ever done where I compete WITH athletes and not AGAINST athletes” – Jim Birch If you...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 9, 2012
Interview: 2012 Sprint Female Winner Kattie Carpenter
Q: What made you want to start participating in triathlons? A: I did a few running races and I watched my uncle participate in the...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 9, 2012
Interview: Jordon Diekema Olympic Distance Triathlete
Q: What made you want to start participating in Triathlons? A: I was a swimmer all my life—I started when I was six and continued...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 9, 2012
Training Reminder from Team Jauch
As Chelsea and I are training for our biggest race (Half Iron) we’ve attempted. The work is getting hard, and painful on my body, but...
Grand Rapids TriathlonJune 4, 2012
Why Should I Volunteer?
By: Todd Bradford — MotorPatrol/Bike Champion “Why should I do it?” That question usually comes up sooner or later when someone considers volunteering for an...
Grand Rapids TriathlonMay 23, 2012
Springing to Life
By: Cathy – Sign Champion for the Grand Rapids Triathlon & member of The Pink Cart Team. She wanted to share her experience of the benefits of...
Grand Rapids TriathlonApril 16, 2012
Triathlon Transition Tips – Part 2
The Transition Set Up: Pick a good place to rack your bike. Rack with the seat/saddle. Place your glasses inside your bike helmet. Lay down...
Grand Rapids TriathlonApril 8, 2012
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