SSISA/New Balance "Getting Into 'triathlon' Gear" Workshop & WPTA Registration
As spring approaches and days get longer and warmer, so the triathlon season swings into action. Triathlon training keeps you in excellent shape, and because you are focusing on three different sporting codes, you are much less likely to pick up an injury as often happens when training for just one sport. This is just one reason, why triathlons are becoming immensely popular in South Africa.
To help you on your way to a great triathlon season, the Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA) and New Balance are hosting a highly informative workshop entitled "Getting into 'triathlon' gear". It is sanctioned by WP Triathlon Association (WPTA) and in fact is combined with the opportunity to register with WPTA/TSA for the 2008-2009 season. The workshop is aimed at triathletes with some sprint distance triathlon experience, who are looking at participating in Olympic distance triathlons.
It will be held at the SSISA in Newlands, Cape Town, Monday 1 September 2008 and to motivate, inspire and inform you, we have some key speakers. These include Richard Woolrich (Biokineticist and former professional SA triathlete and All Africa Triathlon Champion in 2002); Dr Lize Havemann (registered dietician and Ironman finisher); Viv Williams (Triathlon World Champ, for her age-group in 2007); a current elite SA triathlete and Kathy Mc Quaide (sports scientist at the SSISA who represented SA in her age-group, World Tri Champs 2008). Topics include key principals for training for each discipline; tips for a speedier transition; nutritional nuggets of information as well as inspirational messages from triathletes of all calibres. MSM and Atlantic Triathlon clubs will say a few words during the workshop.
The evening starts at 18h00 for 18h15 with registration for both the workshop and WPTA/TSA, who will be able to answer any queries. There will also be a lucky draw with excellent prizes from New Balance, Hammer Nutrition, Runner's World and Bicycling Magazine and the SSISA. The workshop fee is R35 per delegate and this includes notes and light snacks.
Seating is limited so to avoid disappointment, contact SSISA on (021) 659 5725 or email ccoupar@ssisa.com to secure your place.
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