April Newsletter ..... Paul Anderson, Editor
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What should I be doing in April? 
April is an important month. In Canada, it is usually the month when we stick our heads out of our winter burrows and return to the road on our bikes. In Calgary, it has been a pretty mild winter, but April is often a month of grave disappointment as sunny days are often followed by snowy ones and we must begrudgingly return to indoor training. This month we start some triathlon specific training and also focus on getting some saddle time - see our training plan below. This month we have lots of exciting news. In this issue you will hear about the selection of our host hotel, Ironman Canada qualifying spots and new sponsors for our swim and bike course. We have some amazing opportunities to those who have registered earlier for the race this year (see below). If you haven't registered (yet) you should plan to do so before April 15th! We hope you enjoy this issue of our PB e-Zine and hope your training is going well. If you have questions or suggestions for the May Newsletter, please email me at ironmancalgary@gmail.com.
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Registration Update..... Price increases on April 15th
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 Registration continues to be steady, but space is still available. The price for registration increases to $275 after April 15th So take advantage of the lower price and register today!
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Exciting News! Qualify to Race Ironman Canada .....
Over 20 spots available
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 For the first time, Ironman 70.3 Calgary has over 20 qualifying spots for Ironman Canada on August 26th, 2012. These qualifying spots will be given out to age-group athletes based on their placing within their age-group categories. The number of spots per age-group will be based on the number of athletes in each age category. With over 20 spots available, chances of earning a coveted Ironman Canada spot are very good!
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More Exciting News!.....
Register for Ironman Calgary before April 15th and receive the chance to win a free FELT bicycle.
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 Ironman 70.3 Calgary is proud to have SPASO Sports Inc. and FELT Bicycles as the bike course sponsor for 2012. We will be drawing for a new FELT bicycle for all registered athletes who have registered before April 15th. Yet ANOTHER reason to register today!
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And yet more Exciting News!.....
BlueSeventy is the 2012 Swim Course Sponsor
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 Ironman 70.3 Calgary is proud to have BlueSeventy as the Official Sponsor of our Swim Course.
BlueSeventy will be giving away many prizes to registered athletes so register today!
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| Most Asked Questions..... |
Transition Logistics 
How do I retrieve my T1 stuff after the race? do we have to go back out to Ghost Lake to get our wetsuits etc. or will those be brought back to the T2 / Finish area?
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| The Personal Best Training Program |
April is the start of more specific triathlon training. The changes are subtle because we want you to ease into it. April is not the time to shock your body and risk injury but it is the time to start training more like a triathlete.
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| Ironman 101 - Kyle Marcotte, Pro Ironman |
| I was told I should be doing brick workouts, but I am too embarrassed to ask what that is.
What are they and should I be doing them?
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Core Strength - Trev Williams, The Doctrine Training
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One of the most underestimated components to your fitness on the bike is the strength of your core. Core stability is essential to performing well and staying injury-free. This core video is specifically designed for cyclists and is provided free to you by Trev Williams, Coach and Ironman 70.3 Calgary Bike Course Record Holder.
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Our Host Hotel - The Hyatt Regency Hotel!
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 This year Ironman 70.3 Calgary proudly partners with the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The Hyatt is one of the nicest hotels in Calgary and will the location of race package pick-up and expo. We are just finalizing our partnership agreement, which includes room rates that are unmatched in Calgary, The Hyatt is located on the Calgary light rail transit (LRT) system and will offer parking at $15/day as well as complimentary internet in the guest rooms.
Don't miss this incredible price! Ironman Calgary has reserved a room block starting at a remarkable rate of $129/night. This price will only be available for a limited time then we have to give up the rooms. As soon as the agreement is finalized we will send out an email with a link to book your room at this amazing rate. |
| Tips & Tricks - Lisa Mensink 2008 Olympian |
Lisa's Tips and Tricks to Running Faster!
Here are few tips & tricks that have taken me from a solid 40 minute 10km runner to a 34 minute runner. Lisa' tips & tricks
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| Free Styling - April Swim Workouts |
 Mixing it up
It is important to mix up your swim workouts in order to get the variety of speed, endurance and power work that is required for our demanding sport. This month we provide three powerful swim workouts one is pretty easy, one is speedy and the third focuses on endurance. Read on.... |
| Enjoy the Ride |
 Leg Speed
Despite what we are all thinking, spring will come. And when it does, these workouts will have you ready to ride. The mixture of sprinting and big gear workouts continue to give you the base essentials to ensure you are ready to start the next phase of your training.
Read on.....
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| On the Run - Paul Anderson |
 Picking up the Tempo Here are some time-saver workouts that will pick up your leg speed and prepare you for your best ever season ahead .....
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Our Official Training Facility - Talisman Centre
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 Ironman 70.3 Calgary is again pleased to announce Calgary's iconic sport and wellness training facility, Talisman Centre, as the official Ironman 70.3 Calgary Training Centre.
Register to race Ironman 70.3 Calgary prior to April 15 and enter for a chance to win ten free passes to Talisman Centre. |
Wave Start Times for Race Day
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Wave
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Time
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Athletes in this Wave
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Swim Cap Colour
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Pro
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7:00
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All PROS and AWAD
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white
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Wave 1
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7:15
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Males 30 to 44
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green
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Wave 2
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7:25
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Males 18-29 & 45-79
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dark blue
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Wave 3
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7:35
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All Females
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pink
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Wave 4
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7:45
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Newbies
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orange
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Subject to change |
