Senior Triathlon

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Menstuff® has compiled the following information onAARP sponsored triathlon's for seniors.

Triumph Classic Triathlon for Seniors
Triumph Classic dates and cities for 2002
The Races...
Regarding Health
Quotes
Companies

Triumph Classic

AARP wants this population to make regular physical activity a priority. As part of their campaign to promote physical fitness, AARP developed the Triumph Classic, a challenging but achievable mini triathlon targeting the 50+ population of all body types and fitness levels.

Last year, the Triumph Classic drew hundreds of beginner and seasoned triathletes in each of the six event cities. Because of the event's success and the importance of physical activity in maintaining good health, AARP is expanding the event this year to fifteen cities. This year it kicks off in Henderson, Nevada in May.

• To make this swim-bike-run sprint triathlon (400M swim, 20K bike, 5K run/walk) less daunting to the uninitiated, athletes can form relay teams of three people, so each can tackle one aspect of the event.
• AARP and USA Triathlon are offering participants the chance to train with certified coaches in the months leading up to the event. The cost for the eight-week training program is included in the $30 race admission. The hands-on training consists of four classroom sessions to discuss heart rate and correct form, and four bike/run/swim sessions.
• A number of participants who also are attending the training program are first-time triathletes and make for excellent examples of making health and exercise an important part of their lives. We can set up interviews with these participants as well as AARP spokespeople.

Several of last year's first-time triathletes are gearing up to "Triumph" a second time. These individuals are a great example of how busy people have worked to make health and exercise an important part of their lives. We can set up interviews with these participants, triathlon coaches as well as AARP spokespeople. All have great stories about the support they gave one another throughout their training and the special friendships they developed.

"The Triumph Classic is unique for several reasons: it's the only national triathlon series for people 50+, and it's geared towards people of all athletic abilities. We applaud AARP for providing the 50+ population the chance to be involved in a multi-sport event designed especially for them," said Bill Burke, President of Premier Events Management (PEM), the company that orchestrates the race logistics.

Triumph Classic dates and cities for 2002:

Henderson, NV, May 5, 2002

Pinehurst, NC, June 2, 2002

Nashville, TN, June 23 , 2002

San Dimas, CA, June 30

Naperville, IL, August 4

Rochester, NY, August 11

Madison, WI, August 25

Salt Lake City, UT, September 7

San Diego, CA, September 15

Metro Atlanta, GA, September 29

Irving, TX, October 6

Richmond, VA, October 27

St. Petersburg, FL, November 17

Phoenix, AZ, December 8

Honolulu, HI, December 15

The Races...

• Sanctioned by USA Triathlon (USAT), are challenging but achievable, even for first time triathletes.
• Includes a 400 meter (1/4 mile) swim, a 20K (12.4 mile) bike ride and a 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk.
• To help participants of all fitness levels prepare for the event, AARP is providing eight-week training programs led by USAT certified coaches that include both classroom and on-site practice sessions.
• AARP also provides a 12-week self-paced training manual to all registrants.
• The price for the training is included in the race entry fee of $30 per person or $15 per person on a three-person relay team. An additional $7 one-day fee will be required for non-USAT members.
• A portion of the Triumph Classic proceeds will benefit the National Park Foundation, the nonprofit partner of America's National Parks.

For more information on the Triumph Classic or to register, go to www.aarp.org/triumph or call 800.424.3410.

Regarding Health:

• The CDC reports that in the United States, only 28.3 percent of adults 55+ are doing the recommended amount of activity, 62 percent are doing less than the recommended amounts of exercise and 33.7 percent of adults 55+ are physically inactive.
• Science shows that regular physical activity will improve the heart, lungs and circulatory system, increase stamina, decrease stress and help prevent or delay some diseases.

Quotes

• "Ninety percent of last year's participants said they would complete the event again. The Triumph Classic demonstrates to the 50+ population that it is possible to have fun while getting fit and healthy. We're thrilled to offer the events in 15 cities in 2002, allowing more people to become physically active in a peer-supportive, non-intimidating atmosphere," said Margaret Hawkins, AARP's Campaign Manager, Health.
• "Approximately 80 million people will turn 50 over the next decade. For those who continue living sedentary lifestyles, their lack of physical activity will lead to aging-related health problems, rising healthcare costs and, ultimately, increased insurance rates that will affect society as a whole," said Margaret Hawkins, AARP's Campaign Manager, Health. "Inspiring people 50+ to make a personal choice to live a healthier lifestyle is something that AARP feels it can and should do."
• Last year, participants were thrilled to "triumph" with AARP, and some even completed multiple Triumph Classic events. Comments from participants included: "This was just the type of 'no-pressure' event to help me get back into shape," "I feel both a strong sense of relief and accomplishment after competing and completing this Triathlon!" "I'm ready to do another one, now that I know I can do it."

The Companies...

• AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people 50 and over. We provide information and resources; advocate on legislative, consumer, and legal issues; assist members to serve their communities; and offer a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members. These benefits include AARP Web place at www.aarp.org Modern Maturity and My Generation magazines, and the monthly AARP Bulletin. Active in every state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, AARP celebrates the attitude that age is just a number and life is what you make it.
• USA Triathlon is the national governing body for the multi-sport disciplines of triathlon and duathlon in the United States. For more information on this and other stories related to USA Triathlon, please contact Communications Director B.J. Hoeptner Evans at 719.597.1013 or at BJ@USATriathlon.org or www.usatriathlon.org
• Premier Event Management is a National Multi-Sport Production Company based out of New Orleans, Louisiana. Established in 1993, Premier Event Management has produced over 100 sporting events from road races to triathlons and duathlons. Specializing in national multi sport production, Premier Event Management presently produces the seven city Dannon Duathlon Championship Series, theAbitaman Triathlon Series, the New York City Triathlon, the 2002 ITU World Duathlon Championships and the 2002 AARP Triumph Classic Series.
• The National Park Foundation, chartered by Congress, strengthens the enduring connection between the American people and their National Parks by raising private funds, making strategic grants, creating innovative partnerships and increasing public awareness. NPF's web site is www.nationalparks.org.

For more information, contact Jen Larson or Liz Klein at 202-234-2234.

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