Week of June 29th
Hi Squad, we’re well into race season now, and the energy in the club is unreal. Every weekend someone is out there racing, cheering, volunteering, or pushing their limits in training, and that momentum is contagious.
One of the greatest advantages we have as a club is each other. Teammates are the best form of motivation. When you see someone show up on a tough day, nail a breakthrough session, or step up to a new challenge, it reminds all of us what we’re capable of. Training alone builds fitness, but training together builds belief.
So keep showing up, keep supporting each other, and keep feeding off the collective strength of this group. The season is rolling, and we’re just getting started. Let’s make the next stretch our strongest yet.
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Weekly Training Feature: Why Brick Workouts Matter More Than Ever
As we move well into race season, it’s a great time to sharpen the skills that make the biggest difference on race day, and one of the most underrated tools in the triathlon toolbox is the humble brick workout.
A recent Triathlete Magazine article highlighted how short, focused bike‑to‑run sessions can deliver huge returns for athletes who are juggling work, family, and training. These workouts don’t need to be long or complicated. In fact, even a 30‑minute lunch‑break brick can help you build the coordination and resilience needed to run well off the bike.
Why does this matter? Because the bike‑to‑run transition is one of the most unique challenges in triathlon. Your legs feel strange, your posture shifts, and your brain needs a moment to recalibrate. Practicing that crossover, even in short bursts, helps you smooth out the awkwardness and settle into your run faster and more confidently.
The best part: these sessions fit perfectly into busy lives. They’re efficient, they’re effective, and they’re a great way to keep momentum rolling during race season without adding stress.
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Great White North and Muskoka
Another busy weekend is on deck for the club!
Matt, Makenzie, Rhonnie, Jill, Pawel, Christine, and I are all heading to Stony Plain for GWN. It’s one of my all‑time favourite races, and I haven’t been back since before COVID, so I’m really looking forward to racing that course again.
Shaon is making a trip back to her hometown to take on Muskoka 70.3, which is always a beautiful but tough challenge.
Good luck to everyone racing this weekend. The season is rolling, the energy is high, and it’s awesome seeing so many of you out there chasing goals and supporting each other.
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Training Camp!
New – For Saturday’s talk with Jordan we have room for 8 athletes to join. We will open a registration link next week for those who are interested.
Training Camp sign up live. You can sign up CTC Triathlon Training Camp – 2026 | CCN
Cost is $135.
Only 2 spots are available. If you are interested please sign up ASAP.
Date: July 10th-12th; Two weeks out from Calgary 70.3, perfect timing to cap off your training and start tapering!
All members will be welcome to attend, we will adjust workouts based on what you are training for.
Email me for more details or if you have any questions.
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Open Water Swimming
Harmony Lake on Thursday evenings @ 6:30pm.
When you show up, let them know you are with CTC and make sure to sign the waiver when you arrive for your first swim of the year.
The drop‑in fee will be $8, please e-transfer to payments@cochranetriclub.ca each time you come for a swim.
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Saturday Rides
The weather is starting to look better and some of us are already riding outside.
For now, keep an eye on the Cycling Channel on What App. Once the weather is a little warmer and more consistent we will start to organize group rides for Saturday mornings.
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Sunday Runs –
Reminder
Starting at Coffee Traders
8:00 AM – Long/Faster Group
+12 km @ ~5:45–6:15 min/km pace
9:00 AM – Short Run Groups
- 8 min/km group
6 min/km group
Distances: 5–10 km
Everyone is welcome to join us for coffee at 10 AM, even if you don’t run.
Race Calendar
Let us know what events you are doing this year!
CTC 2026 Race Calendar – Google Sheets
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WhatsApp Chat Group
We’ve started an open chat for club members to ask questions and organize training sessions.
Join the chat:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/B5wK3HzzN1xJ3ioHRlrAlX
Watts up and Spirits High,
Evan