Warringah Triathlon Club information nights
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The Warringah Triathlon Club Evening Information Nights are held once a month and feature guest speakers discussing topics relevant to triathlon. This is a great opportunity to pick up new skills and expand knowledge in the sport. The events are also a great opportunity to socially meet with members of the club. Check out the 2013 calendar below! A special mention of thanks to the WTC Social Committee assisting with venue hire, catering and communication of the events. Cheers Bec Hoschke
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Thursday 17th January 2013: Avanti Plus - Bike maintenance & servicing your bike
2013 Evening Information Nights will kick off with our club sponsor Avanti Plus, Narrabeen hosting a bike maitenance course. The course will cover:
• How to change a flat
• How to remove & attach your wheels
• Chain care techniques
The course will be held at the Avanti Plus Store in Narrabeen, starting at 7.30pm Thursday 17th January 2013. Please be there 10 minutes early...AND bring your own bike so you can practice using your own equipment!
Pizzas with be organised for the evening, that sounds like fun doesn't it? :-)
Come along and support your club sponsor and learn all about basic bike maintenance skills to keep you safe and on the road.
• How to change a flat
• How to remove & attach your wheels
• Chain care techniques
The course will be held at the Avanti Plus Store in Narrabeen, starting at 7.30pm Thursday 17th January 2013. Please be there 10 minutes early...AND bring your own bike so you can practice using your own equipment!
Pizzas with be organised for the evening, that sounds like fun doesn't it? :-)
Come along and support your club sponsor and learn all about basic bike maintenance skills to keep you safe and on the road.
Thursday, 7th February 2013: Kira Sutherland - Race Nutrition
We welcome back Kira Sutherland who will be talking on the basics of Sports Nutrition for racing... how much nutrition and fluid is needed for racing of different differences...
No matter how hard you train, how great your program is and how strong and fit you are, if you get your nutrition wrong on race day it will destroy your race! Its not a difficult process but its one that needs to be tailored to your specific needs and MUST be practised well before race day. Getting your nutrition right can = a great smooth race day with one less thing to think about.
We will cover the basics for sprint, Olympic, half and full Ironman racing....Topics will include:
Race nutrition is a critical element to overal performance. Given the high number of members attending Huskisson Triathlon Festival 16-17 February (sprint and long course) this event has been scheduled the beginning of February and not to be missed with highly valable information to get the best out of your race experience!
Venue: North Steyne Surf Club, Manly
Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm
No matter how hard you train, how great your program is and how strong and fit you are, if you get your nutrition wrong on race day it will destroy your race! Its not a difficult process but its one that needs to be tailored to your specific needs and MUST be practised well before race day. Getting your nutrition right can = a great smooth race day with one less thing to think about.
We will cover the basics for sprint, Olympic, half and full Ironman racing....Topics will include:
- Carbohydrate loading
- Pre race nutrition
- Race day eating
- Race day hydration
- Dangers of hyponatraemia
Race nutrition is a critical element to overal performance. Given the high number of members attending Huskisson Triathlon Festival 16-17 February (sprint and long course) this event has been scheduled the beginning of February and not to be missed with highly valable information to get the best out of your race experience!
Venue: North Steyne Surf Club, Manly
Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm
Thursday 14 March 2013: Northside Runners "Differences between shoe brands & running biomechanics"
"Differences between shoe types, brands and biomechanics"
Northside Runners - A specialised running and triathlon store (and WTC club sponsor) - stock over 160 different shoe types and brands and have extensive knowledge of footwear and biomechanics.
Northside Runners - A specialised running and triathlon store (and WTC club sponsor) - stock over 160 different shoe types and brands and have extensive knowledge of footwear and biomechanics.
The evening will cover topics:
- high milage runners v racing shoes
- running biomechanics and technique tips
- running accessories
The evening will also feature a segment on Endura Sports Nutrition
Venue: Northside Runners Store, Manly
Time: 7.15pm for 7.30pm start
- running biomechanics and technique tips
- running accessories
The evening will also feature a segment on Endura Sports Nutrition
Venue: Northside Runners Store, Manly
Time: 7.15pm for 7.30pm start
Thursday 18th April 2013: Sarah Thomson - 'Strength Training for Triathletes'
ww.innovationssportsphysio.com.au
The presentation will include:
- When to incorporate in strength & conditioning into your program
- What type of strength & conditioning will assist improving your performance
Venue: Manly Oval Pavilion, Manly
Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm
The presentation will include:
- When to incorporate in strength & conditioning into your program
- What type of strength & conditioning will assist improving your performance
Venue: Manly Oval Pavilion, Manly
Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm
Thursday 20 June 2013: Bec Hoschke - Race Planning
The workshop will include:
- Phycology of racing and 'The Zone of Influence'
- Planning prior to, during and after racing (including mind-set, pacing and nutrition)
- Benefits of visualisation and meditation
- Planning to manage the post race blues
- Phycology of racing and 'The Zone of Influence'
- Planning prior to, during and after racing (including mind-set, pacing and nutrition)
- Benefits of visualisation and meditation
- Planning to manage the post race blues
20 September 2012: Kira Sutherland - 'Sports Nutrition, Back to Basics'
www.kirasutherland.com.au
Covering topics: - Daily nutritional needs - Hydration and - Fuelling for training 
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Thursday 18 October 2012: Ben Hammond - 'Your Bike and You'
www.ufitsydney.com
Covering topics- * What goes into a bike * Differences between bikes * Bike sizing * Importance of a bike fitting Venue: North Steyne Surf Club, Manly Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm
Thursday 15 Nov 2012: Sarah Thomson - 'Prevention of Triathlon Injuries'
www.innovationssportsphysio.com.au
Covering topics on: - Most common triathlon related injuries - Main causes of these injuries - What you can be doing at home to prevent these injuries. Venue: North Steyne Surf Club, Manly Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm | |||
Thursday 13 Dec 2013: Lee Wallace - Principles of programming & training for triathlon
Covering topics:
- Periodisation
- The training triad (development of endurance, speed/skill, strength)
- Session planning including training zones & energy systems
About Lee Wallace: - The Master of all things in Sport Science, Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, BA (Honours) Human Movement, BA in Sport and Exercise Management, University Lecturer at ACPE & UTS, Level 1 Triathlon Coach, Triathlon NSW Coaching Organiser and Open Level Triathlete.
Venue: North Steyne Surf Club, Manly
Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm
- Periodisation
- The training triad (development of endurance, speed/skill, strength)
- Session planning including training zones & energy systems
About Lee Wallace: - The Master of all things in Sport Science, Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, BA (Honours) Human Movement, BA in Sport and Exercise Management, University Lecturer at ACPE & UTS, Level 1 Triathlon Coach, Triathlon NSW Coaching Organiser and Open Level Triathlete.
Venue: North Steyne Surf Club, Manly
Time: 7.45pm - 8.45pm
