Welcome to the TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team

TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team

This website has been created for the benefit of TRI³ athletes, affiliates, supporters and alumni. The focus will be on our athletes - their progress, events, results and success.

TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team comprises of a group of highly motivated athletes who both want to enjoy the opportunity to develop and work together as a team, as well as have the chance to qualify for regional, national or world championship events.

TRI³ Team coaches utilize the most effective training programs and strategies to maximize athletic performance. Particular focus is placed on fitness testing and assessments, improving technique within their disciplines, nutrition counseling, proper bike fitting, and ensuring that proper training programs are followed.

Athletes are provided with:

Individualized scientifically-based training program and managed through Training Peaks software
Periodized training program based on your individual physiology, heart rate and lactate threshold, gained through VO2 Max Testing
Email/phone contact for advice specific to your training and racing
Discounts on triathlon products through sponsors
Coached Camps, Clinics and Seminars focused on development of triathlon-related skills and techniques
Access to up to the minute articles on triathlon specific information such as hydration, nutrition, flexibility, strength building, etc.

TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team will race both Olympic distance and Half Ironman events for 2009. As the team develops, plans include racing all distances – including Ironman races - both nationally and internationally.
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What's New

Augusta

TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team makes Augusta 70.3 Triathlon their 2nd Half Iron Distance event for 2009. The race takes place on Sunday, September 27, 2009.

See more on the Events page

TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team has been off to a great 2009 season start again with Age Group awards in both triathlon and running.
The 2009 racing season looks to be a very competitive year for the team, with some very fast competitors now in their 2nd year of half iron distance competition.
Some short preparation races will be used by the team to prepare for their second major competition - Augusta 70.3 race in Georgia.

See more on the Results page

SLS3 products are Made in the USA!
TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team is very pleased to have SLS3 as a sponsor for the 2009 season.

SLS3 (pronounced SLS Tri) produces compression sport socks for triathletes, runners and cyclists. The company had its first appearance at 2007 Ironman Hawaii. All products are designed, tested and manufactured in the USA. SLS3`s mission is to develop the best compression sport socks for active athletes on all levels enabling them to perform their best and pursue new goals.

Articles

Training for your Head Why? Might be the first question one asks themselves when they are considering training for a triathlon.

Sponsors

TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team is extremely proud to have Rudy Project as a major sponsor of the team.

TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team is extremely proud to have INFINIT Nutrition as a major sponsor of the team.

TRX® Suspension Training® harnesses your own bodyweight to create resistance as you train. That's all you need - the TRX and your own body.

Testimonials

Ian's coaching style is appropriately firm but friendly and very encouraging. He has a "sixth sense" of what you can do when you're not sure yourself. It was the hardest thing I've ever asked my body to do, but it thankfully delivered and I'm better off as a result. I may not be much faster, but having been able to do an entire 'pre-season' triathlon has totally boosted my confidence.

Carol Berman - 2008 Mexico Camp participant and Triathlete

I’ve been doing competitive sports since the age of 16, and since moving to the US in 2002, have been involved in duathlon and triathlon events.

My issue was that I “muscled” my way through the three different disciplines, especially the swimming. Since school, I had always swum in 50 and 100 meter events, using more brute force and explosive energy than efficient technique.

I learned very quickly that in triathlon this was not going to work. It tired me out very quickly, and I used a lot of energy in the swim leg that was needed for the bike and run splits.

As one that has always trained myself, I hesitated in finding a suitable tri coach, and it was by chance, after trying out other coaches, that I met Ian Briggs.

I found Ian to be a very pleasant, reachable character and straight away I saw that he was very knowledgeable concerning multisport issues, and taught me the way that I expected someone to teach.

There was always explanation, demonstration, and questions…to see if I had understood. He isn’t one of those coaches that always stays on the outside. He doesn’t hesitate to show you what to do, and then guide you through it, which I believe is very important for a good coach. He is one of those rare coaches that really knows what he is on about, and that can do what he is asking you, and doesn’t hesitate to show you!

Thanks to Ian I was able to correct all my issues on swimming. I now do great swim times, use a lot less energy, and am able to get out of the water ready to attack the bike and run splits with a fresh energy reserve. Thanks Ian!

J-R Campion - Florida Ironman Finisher & Triathlete

By Doctor's direction to protect my back due to scoliosis, most sports (with the exception of swimming) were denied to me from an early age. For health reasons, and frankly tired of the status quo, I sought Ian's expertise and help.

Under his watchful eyes and through his strategically developed program tailored to my needs, we have been able to significantly strengthen my core and back. This support and regimen is helping me conquer major physical obstacles, which in turn has allowed me to do things I thought I never could accomplish.

Ian's expertise, leadership, detailed attention, care, open communication, and encouragement has made the experience amazing, satisfying, and fruitful. He has created a work-out environment where I feel comfortable, challenged and most of all safe. Today, I am fitter, I have a healthier life and have been able to have great breakthroughs. I've been able to get back into some old favorite sports as well as build-up my confidence and strength to discover new ones.

Our work together is not yet done, and through the process I've found my goals are evolving.

Gisele Sangiovanni - Principal Creative Director & Strength Training Client

When I first met with Ian about three months ago I hadn't been on a bike in years and my 3 year old daughter could swim better than me. After a few early morning sessions I was doing a mile swim at a time and effectively riding a properly fitted tri bike.

Ian made the transition from experienced Marathon runner to a novice Triathlete a painless and efficient process. I highly recommend his expertise and program.

Nick Jekogian - President, NWJ Companies, Multiple Ironman Finisher & Triathlete

Thanks for an excellent season! It was a lot of fun--and hard work! From Cozumel to New Hampshire I learned an amazing amount and really enjoyed myself. As always, your coaching was invaluable.
I liked being part of the group and found that support and camaraderie wonderful. Thanks for organizing the team and making it all happen. It was a major accomplishment on your part and I appreciate all of the hard work you put in, not only to train us, but in organizing events, workouts, races, and the web site.
I look forward to another exciting and challenging season!

Kate Seaver - Multiple 70.3 IM Finisher and TRI³ Triathlon Racing Team Member