Virtual Resources
Whether you're just getting started or honing your skills, these 2020 clinics are a great way to learn more about triathlon, stay connected, and get answers to your questions. Check them out and keep an eye out on future clinics that may happen on our Mighty Mujer Triathlon’s Facebook page!
Virtual Interview: OPEN WATER SWIMMING: GOGGLES - FIT AND FUNCTION
Taped on October 3, 2020
Join Mighty Mujer Triathlon and and Casey Arendt of Snake and Pig Sports as we discuss dealing with the swim portion of the triathlon during a time when most pools are closed!
Open water swimming can be a great alternative and with the right gear very fun and safe! Hear about how to make the best of your lake or ocean swim.
Virtual Interview: Race Day Essentials
Taped on September 26, 2020
Join Mighty Mujer Triathlon and Tucson Endurance Performance Center as we discuss race day essentials.
Gabriela Gallegos and Coach Stephanie Grasky will discuss race day tips, techniques and race day must haves!
Virtual IntervIEW: RACING SAFELY
Taped on September 24, 2020
Join Mighty Mujer Triathlon Thursday night, September 17th, as Coach Robin Kremer of Excell Tri Coaching speaks about racing safety.
We will discuss how to safely plan out your race weekend ahead of time so that on race morning you can get up and go!
Virtual Interview: Work, Motherhood, and Motivation
Taped on September 17, 2020
Join Mighty Mujer Virtual Race on Thursday, September 17th, as with Dr. Lisa Ayoub-Rodriguez and Dr. Chigolum Eze.
We will discuss how each woman prepared for Mighty Mujer Virtual Race, while balancing motherhood, work, weight-loss and busy lives in general.
Learn how others have taken on Mighty Mujer Virtual Race, prioritized time for training, and made lifestyle changes to better their health.
Mother-Daughter Duo Q&A
Taped on Saturday, September 5, 2020
Join Might Mujer Triathlon on Saturday, September 05, as we talk with two Mother Daughter duos that competed in our first ever Mghty Mujer Virtual Race and our first Mighty Mija Virtual Race.
Jessica and Valentina Carrillo along with Ana and Hailey Sanchez will talk about how they prepared for race weekend, their favorite part of race weekend and if they would do it again.
Mind and Body Connection in Triathlon
Taped on July 30, 2020
Join Mighty Mujer Triathlon as we discuss the importance of the on the mind and body connection in triathlon.
We'll discuss how swimming and triathlon can be an inclusive experience-- a mind and body connection to help heal trauma. Our speaker will be Thaddeus Gallory, Mind and Body Connection Instructor, Swim & Triathlon instructor and coach!
A Mighty Story: Starting from Scratch
Taped on July 16, 2020
Join us for an exciting virtual clinic on July 16th -- we'll interview Coach Gretchen McElroy and her client, Chigo Umeonyido Eze, who recently learned to bike for Mighty Mujer Triathlon. Hear her story and how she's conquered the bike!
We'll also hear from Race El Paso Ambassador Jessica Carrillo, who learned to ride a bike to participate in her first Mighty Mujer Triathlon in 2012!
Virtual Clinic: Virtual Races
Taped on June 27, 2020
Join Coach Jamila Gale-Agans and Race Director Gabriela Gallegos for a conversation about setting goals with virtual races, how to begin training in the midst of COVID-19, and how to get the most out of virtual racing.
INDOOR CYCLING WITH ROSS HENNESSY FROM BIG RING BUILDS
Taped on May 2, 2020
Join Mighty Mujer Triathlon Austin Race Director Peri Kowal as she interviews Ross Hennessy of Big Ring Builds. Ross has been coaching Triathlon for the past 5 years, racing for the past 10, and riding a bike of some sort since he was 3. He is a USAT Triathlon Coach, and he holds a bachelors degree in Health and Physical Education and Exercise Science. Ross lives in Austin, Texas with his wife and 3 dogs. He owns and operates Big Ring Builds. Ross has a passion for getting people started in cycling and triathlon and helping them set and accomplish their goals.
Topics:
- What do I NEED to get started with indoor riding?
- What are the different type of trainers?
- Okay, I got the trainer. How do I set it up?
- Indoor cycling apps and what to do when you ride inside.
- General differences between indoor and outdoor riding
Ask your questions during Facebook Live!
dryland swim clinic with coach casey arendt
Taped on May 16, 2020
Learn more about swim-specific training and at-home strength training options Casey Arendt has been coaching triathlete swimmers of all levels since 2010 in Austin, Round Rock, and Waco through the YMCA and her own business, Go the Distance Coaching. From beginners just learning to blow bubbles into the water to reduce anxiety, to experienced swimmers looking to get faster, she has worked with all kinds. The clinic will cover how to get started, how to practice swimming mechanics on dry land, and building swim-specific strength. Presenter: Coach Casey Arendt (casey@gothedistancecoaching.com)
More resources:
Check out Casey's swimming-related videos on her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gothedistancecoach
Download her open water swim guide at http://gothedistancecoaching.com/Open_Water_Swimming_Tips_2018.pdf
Make an appointment for a private lesson in Round Rock here: http://gothedistancecoachingswimmingfortriathletes.fullslate.com/
train smart & stay healthy presented by Texas Tech physicians of el paso
Taped on May 21, 2020
Dr. Weiss will discuss the following topics:
-- Swimming, biking, running, and more in the COVID-19 context
-- Injury prevention and treatment (including home-based solutions)
-- How to identify when nagging pains need attention
-- and more!
William M Weiss, MD MSc FRCSC is the Director of Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy, the Director of Research & Assistant Professor, and the Department of Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso. He is also the Director of Orthopedic Simulation at the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine and the Medical Director of Sports Medicine at University Medical Center. In addition, he has contributed to multiple books including serving as an editor for Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery, Canadian Orthopedic Association Bulletin, and Bone & Joint 360: Sports Medicine. William M Weiss, MD MSc FRCSC is also the Orthopedic Surgeon for the El Paso Locomotive FC!
Triathlon training during covid
Taped on May 23, 2020
Coach Erinne Guthrie from Full Circling Coaching will share how to become a first-time triathlete during COVID-19. Learn everything you need to check off "completing a triathlon" from your bucket list! We will also have a live Q&A with Coach Erinne to learn about how she structures her training program to welcome and prepare new triathletes. Feel free to send questions ahead of time!
sports nutrition with tony castillo, sports nutritionist
Taped on May 28, 2020
We will be discussing sports nutrition, and specifically how to use dairy products as a recovery and resource in a triathlete's diet for a great training and racing experience.
Tony Castillo, Sports Nutritionist, will be leading this virtual clinic and will be available to answer your nutrition-related questions!
Tony graduated from Florida International University in Miami with a Bachelors in Biology, Bachelors in Chemistry, and a Masters degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. Having both parents from the Dominican Republic, Antonio is fluent in both English and Spanish. His journey began in middle school when he was overweight. This continued throughout high school until he decided to jump on a “diet”, which resulted in unsustained weight loss. Throughout college, his weight fluctuated due to lack of nutrition knowledge. This led him to see that his true passion was to understand how nutrition played a role in the human body. Today, his passion is to teach others how healthy lifestyle modifications optimize performance in ALL areas of life through nutrition.
After working at the University of Florida at the collegiate level and then the Toronto Blue Jays with elite professional baseball athletes, Tony’s is focused on helping everyday athletes become elite performers. Tony’s plan is to teach his clients how to sustain their weight and performance goals through behavior changes without counting calories or macros.
Hair Braiding How To
Taped on June 11, 2020
This "how to" on hair-braiding will provide the secrets to how hair braiding can "save" your hair during a triathlon. Ashley and Veronica will also provide a short history lesson on the cultural significance of hair braiding among the Native American tribes.
Speakers:
Ashley Romano, Hair Stylist
Veronica Veaux, Objiwe and Co-Founder of DomiNative Development
Open Water Safety Swim Clinic
Taped on June 13, 2020 In this two-part event, hear from Mighty Mujer Triathlon Austin Race Director Peri Kowal on plans for this year's event, now being held on September 13, 2020.
Following the event update, learn important safety protocols to follow while training in open water such as lakes, rivers and the ocean. Presented by Alissa Magrum, Colin's Hope Executive Director.
Colin's Hope mission is to raise water safety awareness to prevent children from drowning, and produce and support major water safety programs and initiatives year-round across the country. Learn more at www.colinshope.org
Let’s talk about triathlon
Taped on June 20, 2020
Join Coach Jamila Gale-Agans and Race Director Gabriela Gallegos for a conversation about getting into the sport of triathlon, efforts to encourage more women of color to enter the sport, and the work that needs to be done to make meaningful changes and diversify the sport.
Coach Jay is a group fitness instructor, USMS Level 1, 2 & 3 swim coach, Adult Learn to Swim instructor, and USAT Level 1 coach. She is the head coach and owner of Sherpa Fitness, where she works to guide more women and women of color into the endurance lifestyle by providing coaching, teaching, and mentoring.
Race Director Gabriela Gallegos is the founder of Mighty Mujer Triathlon and a USAT Level 2 Certified Race Director. She owns Race El Paso, which produces 6 annual events, including Mighty Mujer Triathlon in El Paso and Tucson.
LET’S TALK About Triathlon Part 2
Finding the Right Triathlon Coach
Taped on June 20, 2020
Join Coach Jamila Gale-Agans and Race Director Gabriela Gallegos for a conversation about getting into the sport of triathlon, and what qualities you should look for in a coach. Jamilia and Gabriela will provide information about setting goals and finding a coach that is a right fit for you.
Coach Jay is a group fitness instructor, USMS Level 1, 2 & 3 swim coach, Adult Learn to Swim instructor, and USAT Level 1 coach. She is the head coach and owner of Sherpa Fitness, where she works to guide more women and women of color into the endurance lifestyle by providing coaching, teaching, and mentoring.
Race Director Gabriela Gallegos is the founder of Mighty Mujer Triathlon and a USAT Level 2 Certified Race Director. She owns Race El Paso, which produces 6 annual events, including Mighty Mujer Triathlon in El Paso and Tucson.
Conquering Cancer & Taking on Triathlon
Taped on July 9, 2020
Meet Chia Wollschlager, founder of Chia's Silver Lining.
Learn more about Chia’s Silver Lining with founder Chia Wollschlager. Chia's Silver Lining’s mission is to encourage and support those going through cancer or other challenging illnesses through compassion, comfort, and connection with others. Learn about the organization and meet the incredible women who are part of Chia's Silver Lining’s training group for Mighty Mujer Triathlon.