Tuesday, February 26, 2013

We already have a few members who will be going out for runs and bike session staring this weekend

We already have a few members who will be going out for runs and bike session staring this weekend
post a comment if you want to join them

Saturday March 2nd
location: Emperor Palace
Meeting Time: 7:00am (Meet at Palace)
Block training Bike & Run

Sunday March 3rd
location: Oifuto - Shinagawa
Meeting Time: 7:00am (Meet at TAC 1st floor) 
Bike Session

tuesday march 5th (Date changed)
location: Emperor Palace
Meeting Time: 10:15am (Meet at TAC 1st floor)
Block training Bike & Run

Joining us anyone!!!!

Sunday, February 10, 2013

6 tips for Winter Running

Six Tips for Winter Running
 
1)Put on the Right ClothesLayers that you can shed are essential. Start with a moisture-wicking base, a mid layer for insulation, and an outer shell for blocking wind even a extra vest keeps in body heat without sacrificing mobility.
2)Protect Your ExtremitiesMost of your body heat is lost through your head and hands, so gloves and hat are a must. Make sure whatever you pick is compressible, so you can shove 'em into a pocket or your waistband if you get too hot. For your feet, choose wool running socks, that are thin, breathable, and warm, even when wet.
3)Be Route SavvyStick to a fairly short, well-lit loop. "Winter brings slick and icy conditions plus less light, which can hamper your ability to see and be seen," says Jason Glowney, M.D., an internist with the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine in Colorado. At night, wear plenty of reflective gear and always run against traffic. If possible, run into the wind on your way out and with the wind on the way home. Running into the wind when you're sweaty will subject you to much greater stress and cold exposure, warns Glowney.
4)Do a Good Warm-UpTake a few extra minutes to get your joints and body loose. Do your warm-up indoors, if possible, and focus on dynamic stretches like leg swings and walking toe touches, which warm muscles quickly.
5)Think of Your Lungs"Cold, dry conditions make the respiratory system work harder since it has to warm the air you're breathing," says Glowney, who is also the team physician for the Garmin-Transitions U23 cycling team. To protect yourself, cover your mouth with a balaclava or ski mask to hold in your body's existing warmth and humidity.
6)Stay Hydrated"Winter months tend to be drier, and athletes may be less aware of the amount of sweating that's actually occurring," says Glowney. The cold makes you feel less thirsty, but your body is still sweating so you need to diligently replace fluids, just as you would in the heat.

Tri club challenge


This triathlon club is designed for newbies or the most experienced triathletes and is geared towards enhancing your experience and improving performance by drawing upon the collective experience and knowledge of each member, participating in group training sessions indoor or outdoor session as planned open water swims. Also, group bike rides and runs, or group brick sessions such as swim/bike sessions or bike/run sessions. The greatest benefit of the club is that it helps build confidence and gives you that added push toward reaching your full potential.

Schedule
Memberships are valid for March 1 to Sep 30.
Including:

·         Swim technique training 1 hour with a instructor ( additional cost)
·         Swim drill/menu emailed to member for self swim
·         Self Running/Cycling in the Gym, logged in the Gym
·         Self outdoor running, logged by members and report to TAC
·         One and one session can be book with a trainer at the fitness center ( additional cost)
·         Organizing Outdoor open swim, every second Sunday with a instructor
·         Organizing sign up for triathlon events in Japan (members will pay for registration fee, and travelling fee if required)
·         Organizing gears (e.g. rental bikes, sourcing equipment)
·         Organizing outdoor running route
·         Social events
·         Help setting up training plans for Run focus, bike focus or swim focus