Twitter. It's all the rage. We're hearing about it just about every day now - talk shows, news, and of course, all over the internet. It's the big buzz.
I started my Twitter account many months ago, but I'm still learning how to use it. I've started "following" (because that's what you do, people aren't your friends on Twitter, they're your followers) a few triathlon-related people and/or companies. I check in every few days to see what new posts are up and catch up on the latest triathlon talk.
One day, I saw a "Tweet" (that's a status update) that the Des Moines Register was giving away 10 free entries to the Hy-Vee Triathlon. You just had to be willing to blog about your training up to the race and submit an article explaining WHY you want to participate in the event. Considering as I already blog about my training and Hy-Vee is a top-notch event that is on my "races that must be done" list, I figured I'd give it a shot. Two weeks later, I received an email that I have been accepted on to the "Des Moines Register Triathlon Team" and qualify for a free entry to this year's race!
This link here will take you to last year's team. I'm not sure how soon the profiles and blogs for this year's team will be posted, but I'm guessing it will be within the next couple of weeks. The content on that blog will be dedicated solely to my training for that race. I'll add a link to it when it's active in case you'd like to follow that also.
Anyone want to go to Iowa in June??
An Ironman is a 2.4 mile swim followed by 112 mile bike followed by a 26.2 mile run. Always. I started this blog to publish my race reports, but now it includes workout recaps, training updates and much more! I welcome your thoughts and comments and if you haven't yet ventured into the sport of triathlon, what are you waiting for??
About Me
- MJ
- After 10 Ironman races including Kona - the World Championships, triathlon has turned into my lifestyle. I've enjoyed the sport so much, I've now started coaching. A "one size fits all" plan is not for everyone. To find out about what customized coaching can do for you, click on the Tri Smart Coaching logo below for more information!
IM Louiville
Friday, May 01, 2009
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Is three races in June too many? Any chance you still have the link of where to send the letter of why you want in? I'd love to do it for free!!!
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HEY!!!!!!!! That is the weekend of the duathlon...you won't be there now?
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