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FREE Webinar: Race Fueling & Nutrition for Triathletes & Runners

2/27/2023

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​Race Fueling & Nutrition

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Join us for one of our most popular webinars

✅Simplified, easy & actionable information. Refine your current plan or begin to formulate your first nutrition plan. No sales pitch or single sided nutrition sponsorship / affiliation bias. 
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When: LIVE - Thursday, 3/15/22 @ 7pm
*This webinar will be recorded and available for those who register, but cannot attend the LIVE event. You MUST register to receive the recording and accompanying slides.

Where: Zoom
Who: YOU!
Why: It can make or break your race

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Team RTA Swim Challenge; March 2023

2/24/2023

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swim, Swim, SWIM

​WHEN: March 1st - 31st

WHO: Current RTA Club members

WHERE: Strava Group Challenge

WHY: We all need a kick in the pants to swim more :)


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The purpose of this challenge is to create extra motivation to encourage additional time in the pool for the month of March. We can all use a little extra swim training.

Think of it as a focused training block to help promote and super charge your swim.



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USA Triathlon - Rules Updated for 2023

2/13/2023

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USAT Multisport Competition Rules

USA Triathlon recently updated the its competition rules.

The new and updated rules will go into effect on March 15, 2023.

From your new "super shoes" to my fancy wetsuit and that automatic DISQUALIFICATION for your helmet chin strap, don't say you didn't know!
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Virtual Group Zwift Rides - 2023

1/9/2023

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Our virtual (coached) group rides are back!  These will be fun, challenge your fitness and add accountability to your winter triathlon training routine. 

Starting Saturday, 1/14 we will resume our virtual rides on Zwift. 
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And while we understand it’s possible the times offered may not be what you’re used to, the ACCOUNTABILITY and FUN of working out along side others is DEFINITELY worth it.

Details below.
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NEW BIKE PARTNERSHIP

12/7/2022

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Team RTA Has a Bike Sponsor!

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We are super excited to announce our first official Team bike partnership with American Bicycle Group, makers of Quintanaroo (QR), Litespeed and OBED.

ABG is an incredible company that prides itself on customer support and cutting edge technology.

BTW - did you know that QR invented the first triathlon specific bike back in 1987? YUP!

All current Team RTA members will receive EXCLUSIVE PRICING and a significant discount off of MSRP and the very best pricing above and beyond any promotions they offer.


ALL current Team RTA members can find all of the details and special pricing in the Team Email (from 12/1) and within the Team App under "discounts."


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FREE Webinar: Race Fueling & Nutrition

3/24/2022

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Race Fueling & Nutrition

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Join us for one of our most popular webinars
When: LIVE - Thursday, 4/7/22 @ 7pm
*This webinar will be recorded and available for those who register, but cannot attend the LIVE event. You MUST register to receive the recording and accompanying slides.

Where: Zoom
Who: YOU!
Why: It can make or break your race

REGISTER BELOW

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Virtual Group Zwift Rides Are Back!

1/25/2022

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​Our virtual (coached) group rides are back!  These will be fun, challenge your fitness and add accountability to your winter triathlon training routine. (club members please refer to the Team App)

Starting Saturday, 1/29 we will resume our virtual rides on Zwift. 
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And while we understand it’s possible the times offered may not be what you’re used to, the ACCOUNTABILITY and FUN of working out along side others is DEFINITELY worth it.
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Take Full Advantage of Team RTA - UPDATED

1/1/2022

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Voted #1 Tri Club in Northeast

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Biggest IRONMAN Triathlon Club
​in New Jersey

How to Get the Most Out of Our Triathlon Club
Why did/should you join Team RTA? People join triathlon clubs for a variety of reasons. More likely then not, meeting other like minded people and learning more about the sport fall somewhere on your list.

As an RTA club member, you get to enjoy a long list of benefits. Group workouts/meet-ups and various discounts are the most obvious, but that’s just the beginning.

Team Races, post race parties, social events, and access to two full time coaches are a few other benefits. In short, RTA is here to help connect you with your Teammates and ultimately help you achieve your goals.

Below I will help you understand how you can get the most out of your RTA triathlon club membership.

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FREE Webinar: Swim FASTER

12/9/2021

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Swim FASTER

LIVE on Tuesday, 12/14 @ 7pm

If you are a triathlete and want to learn the most effective ways to improve your swim, this webinar is for you.

We have successfully worked 1 on 1 with literally 100’s of triathletes over the years who are looking to improve their swimming ability. In Tuesday’s webinar, Coach Chris will discuss what has universally worked for EVERYONE. 
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Creating Healthy & Sustainable Routines

1/16/2021

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FREE Webinar for Triathletes
“Creating Healthy & Sustainable Routines!”

LIVE – Thursday, 1/21 @ 12pm
Routines and habits are one of the most important aspects of sports that athletes (of ANY level) can develop to improve their health, fitness, training and competitive performances.

Although, we often set out with good intentions, many fail to actually establish a routine (let alone a habit) that sticks and ultimately pays off.
We will discuss best practices and common pitfalls including actionable steps one can take to help ensure success.

When: Thursday, 1/21 @ 12pm EST

Where: Zoom (registration below)

Who: Triathletes looking to be successful in 2021

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New Partnership

1/15/2021

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RTA Triathlon x Hyperice
We are very excited to announce a new partnership with Hyperice, the leader in recovery technology.

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The Road Less Traveled

12/31/2020

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Each December, just before the new year, I go for a run on a discrete and private snow-covered road in Lake Placid. I use this run as a time to reflect on the previous year. Here are a few thoughts that came to mind as we close out the 10th year of RTA…

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What Triathletes Should Be Doing... NOW

11/9/2020

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FREE Webinar for Triathletes

“What You Should Be Doing… NOW!”

LIVE – Thursday, 11/19 @ 7pm
The late fall and early winter can be a tricky time of year for triathletes. The weather is getting cooler and the days shorter. HOWEVER, if this time is used well, it can set you up to have an incredible season in the year to come.

When: Thursday, 11/19 @ 7pm EST

Where: Zoom (registration below)

Who: Triathletes looking to be successful in 2021

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Webinar: Running (pt 2) - Form & Mechanics for Speed & Injury Prevention

7/20/2020

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Run Webinar – Part 2
Please join us LIVE for coffee (virtually) on Tuesday, 7/28 @ 8:30am for Part 2 of our 2 part Running webinar series as we discuss how to “Run Mechanics for Speed & Injury Prevention.” This is perfect for total beginners and experienced runners alike.
Free webinar

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Webinar: Running (Pt 1) - Train Smart & Avoid Injury

6/16/2020

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Run Webinar – Part 1
Please join us LIVE for coffee (virtually) on Tuesday, 6/30 @ 8:30am for Part 1 of our 2 part Running webinar series as we discuss how to “Train Smart & Avoid Injury.” This is perfect for total beginners and experienced runners alike.
Free webinar

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Team RTA Virtual Race (May 2020)

5/19/2020

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HUGE SUCCESS: Team RTA Virtual Race
We had our first “Team Race” of the year on Sunday and it was a TOTAL HIT. Obviously, our first race wasn’t the JerseyMan Tri as originally planned, but it was, no doubt, very special in it’s own way.

While there are lots and lots of virtual race options “these days,” Sunday’s virtual Team Race was SPECIAL and a TON OF FUN!

CONGRATS to everyone who participated!

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Triathlon Swim Instruction Case Study

4/20/2020

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Becoming a better swimmer is a process. It takes time and it usually doesn’t happen over night. However, there are definitely a few ways to speed up the process.

We regularly get the question, “What and how long will it take… for me to learn how to swim (or improve my current swimming ability)?”

To help answer this question, we thought it would be fun to highlight one particular athlete whom we have been working with most recently. We’ll discuss the stroke improvements made, speed gains earned and the time it took to accomplish this.

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We Are Open For Business

4/1/2020

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Open For Business & We Want to Help YOU
With every CHALLENGE, comes OPPORTUNITY – in sport and life in general. Despite the current chaos, we are open for business and here to help you.

While area fitness facilities and pools are currently closed indefinitely due to COVID-19 / Corona Virus, we want you to know that RTA Triathlon is open for business and we want to help you. As a predominantly online service provider we can keep you (or get you) fit, healthy and on track to crush your future goals. THIS IS WHAT WE DO.

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Virtual 5k - Community Support

3/31/2020

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Virtual 5k
Get in shape (or stay in shape) by joining the Community Support Virtual 5k. Heck, why not get the entire family involved?!?

Included with your registration is a “couch to 5K” 12 week training program. The program will guide you and keep you accountable.

Don’t need the training program? No problem. Think of your registration for the Virtual 5k as your pledge to support your community against COVID-19 / Corona Virus.

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Grateful for YOU

12/26/2019

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Chris & Elizabeth Kaplanis RTA Tri
We Are EXTREMELY GRATEFUL
2020 will mark our 10th year in business together as … “professional triathlon coaches”…

WAIT! WHAT? … yup that’s actually a “job!!!” We still laugh when people ask us, “what do you do for work?” 😂

We would like to think of “what we do,” more as guiding people to achieve EPIC & EXTRAORDINARY GOALS by using health & fitness as the primary median. It has truly been a blessing. There is NOTHING BETTER than HELPING OTHERS achieve their PERSONAL GREATNESS.

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FREE Triathlon Webinars in 2020

11/20/2019

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Each year we try to find ways to add additional value to your experience as an RTA club member. In 2020 we will be offering regular triathlon webinars for our athletes and club members. More info and sample webinar below.

Our group is made up of a lot of busy professionals, parents and overall ambitious people looking to learn and better themselves, but they are also strapped for time. As our Team’s geographical footprint continues expand (NJ, NY, CT, PA, MA, IL, WA, CO) we are always looking for ways to keep people connected regardless of where they live.

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IRONMAN U Presents: Coach to Coach Show

9/23/2019

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Coach to Coach Show w/ 2 TOP Coaches
> You’re Invited <
**Recorded Show Included at the Bottom of this Post**
Are you a Tri Coach? OR… Are you an triathlete who likes to know what goes on behind the “scene?” Join Coach Elizabeth Kaplanis as she and IRONMAN U® Master Coach, Matt Dixon breakdown two real life athlete scenarios.

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Team Race: IRONMAN Lake Placid 2019

8/6/2019

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IRONMAN Lake Placid 2019
On July 28th, 32 athletes from Team RTA Triathlon Club started the iconic IRONMAN Lake Placid and by midnight EVERYONE FINISHED! We had the most athletes of any group this year so there was plenty of team support to go around.

It’s hard to put into words just how special this event was for Team RTA so instead of trying, we created a short video to help caption the emotion from this triumphant weekend.

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Major Success at Mont Tremblant 70.3

6/24/2019

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IRONMAN 70.3 Bike
RTA Athletes PR on Challenging Course
IRONMAN Mont Tremblant 70.3 was an RTA Tri Club Team Race again this year.  About a dozen RTA club members toed the line in Quebec, Canada on what was a beautiful day for a race. Everyone had a great time and all of the RTA coached athletes had outstanding races including 5 PR’s.

IRONMAN Mont Tremblant 70.3 has become a popular destination race among Team RTA triathlon club members. The area is filled with endless entertainment and recreational options for all ages. And the pedestrian layout makes the city inviting, accessible and spectator friendly.

Whether it’s this race or another destination race, there is nothing more fun then racing some place new and exciting with friends & teammates.

CONGRATS to all on outstanding races and a special mention to those athletes below who PR’d. Keep up the good work!!!

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Women For Tri - 2019 Tri Club Grant

6/21/2019

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We’ve Walking on Sunshine!
Cue the music! We are absolutely THRILLED and HONORED to have been selected as a recipient of the Women for Tri triathlon club grant for the 5th time! We are looking forward to continue growing the female population in the sport we love.

Women for Tri, a program of The IRONMAN Foundation was launched by IRONMAN and Life Time Fitness in 2015. It works to increase female participation at all levels in triathlon.

The program seeks to identify and diminish primary barriers to entry and mobilize triathlon advocates. The overall mission is to encourage and engage female athletes across all race distances and all athletic abilities.

Women for Tri embodies the heart and soul of what makes the sport so rewarding. 
  • Testing your ability
  • Overcoming challenges 
  • Realizing the full depth of your potential

These three things are measured in the most widely recognized test of endurance – triathlon.

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