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11.25.10 - Repeat winner at Women's Half Marathon in St. Petersburg
Christa Stephens defended her title at the Women's Running Magazine Women's Half Marathon in downtown St. Petersburg on Sunday.
11.10.10 - Blue Moon Half Marathon winner sails to win in Palm Harbor
Melanie Peters outlasted 146 competitors to win the women's race at the Blue Moon Half Marathon in Palm Harbor on Sunday.
09.15.10 - Largo resident wins Tarpon Springs Rotary 5K Run
A St. Pete Times recap of the rencet Tarpon Spings Rotary 5k and spring triathlon.
09.01.10 - Local husband and wife team takes top spots at local 5k series finale
The husband and wife team of Lee and Christa Stephens were the men's and women's champions at Friday's final race in the St. Pete Beach Summer 5K series.
07.28.10 - Sunsets at Pier 60 Summer 5K series wraps up with familiar winner
Local running star Christa Stephens added another victory to her ever-expanding list.
07.14.10 - Teen's time sets standard for Sunsets at Pier 60 Summer 5K series
Wes Reynolds posted the fastest time so far at the Sunsets at Pier 60 Summer 5K series on Friday. St. Petersburg resident Christa Stephens won her second straight Sunsets at Pier 60 5K, shaving 30 seconds off her time from her race win June 18.
07.10.10 - Suncoast Running in pasco county
Suncoast Running, a locally-owned and independent specialty running store, opens its doors this summer on State Road 54, just 2 ½ miles east of the Suncoast Parkway in the Shoppes at Sunlake Centre. The store sponsors a lot of races in the Tampa Bay area and has weekly group runs. Click here to become a fan of their facebook page and stay up to date on all the details.
06.23.10 - Sunsets at Pier 60 series championship starts to take shape
Check out who the leaders are in the series so far.
06.16.10 - Newlyweds take titles at Picnic Island Adventure Run in Tampa
The St Pete Times coverage of recent road races.
05.27.10 - Danica Patrick: I'm a runner
We know all you guys have been waiting for this one so here it is.
05.26.10 - Couple conquers PurpleStride 5K for twice the titles
Christa Benton and Lee Stephens finished first overall at the Purple Stride 5 K crossing the finish line hand in hand. They are engaged to be married in 2 weeks on June 5.
05.19.10 - Not much hustle needed for Largo's Ramos to win Dunedin 5K
St. Pete Times coverage of Dunedin Hog Hustle 5k, Florida International Triathlon, Miles for Moffitt and other recent local races.
05.01.10 - Florida's fastest times
Have you ever wondered how you stack up against your competitors in distances from 5k to marathon in the state of Florida. Florida Running & Triathlons magazine has compiled a listing of the fastest times run in Florida in 2009.
If you have run the St. Pete Beach Classic, the Bay to Bay road races, you have experienced first hand the time and effort and the organization that Wendy Johnson put forth in these races. The running and endurance sports communities will truly miss her.
04.16.10 - Forget Boston: Runners find alternatives to big race
You qualify for Boston but the race is full. How about this new race in Rhode Island that is run on April 17?
04.04.10 - Run faster in Boston
An article in Running Times magazine that profiles local elite runner Christa Benton who is getting ready to run the Boston Marathon this year.
03.17.10 - Beach jogger killed by plan likely never heard it coming
Here is why you shouldn't listen to music while you run.
02.17.10 - Suncoast Classic 10K puts locals among top 10
St. Pete Times coverage of the Suncoast Classic and other recent races.
02.14.10 - Apolo Anton Ohno: I am a runner
Who would have thought he is a runner, too?
02.07.10 - Take steps to prevent fatal race
An interview with local coaches Dror Vaknin, Joe Burgasser and elite triathlete Linda Musante on the danger of ignoring potential heart condition and training too hard.
01.29.10 - Fit 2 Run Injury Prevention Clinic
Fit 2 Run international plaza location is having a injury prevention clinic on Thursday, Feb 4 at 6:30pm. The clinic is free and there will be free smoothies for everyone!!
01.13.10 - Slow doesn't slow field at Kiwanis Adventure Run in Dunedin
St. Pete Times coverage of the adventure run and the Disney marathon and half marathon weekend.
01.06.10 - Top 10 filled with local flavor at MADD Dash 5K in Tampa
St. Pete Times coverage of recent local races.
Following the announcement that Taylor Phinney will be joining BMC Racing for 2011, the team held a short teleconference call Wednesday afternoon for a group of journalists. Click here for a link to the transcript.
09.10.10 - Listen, obey and then act
An article from bicycling.com with advice on what the smart thing to do when stopped by law enforcement officers while you are riding.
08.19.10 - Stay hydrated during the summer months
Here are some tips from our one and only Simon Kessler of Simon Says Cycling.
08.05.10 - NEW!!! Wednesday night crit series in North Tampa
Endurofit's Jeb Stewart and John Gissal having been organizing this training crit series for the past couple months. Click here for race details.
07.15.10 - Summer hydration tips for cyclists
Here is an article written by Steve Born of Hammer Nutrition on how to stay properly hydrated during hot weather cycling.
06.22.10 - iBike Dash + iPhone = Cycling Computer or Power Meter
Check out this Florida Racing Magazine's exclusive on this new cycling technology.
Most of us know how to fix a flat. Here are some additional tips from the nation's bike mechanics.
05.27.10 - Road bicycling - too dangerous?
The ride of silence took place on May 19 across the country to remember those who died or injured while cycling. This video of a woman who talks about how she survived her cycling accident.
05.22.10 - How to drive around cyclists
This bicycling.com article and slideshow provides some simple tips for drivers that will make the roads safer for everyone.
05.11.10 - Drivers, bicyclists clash on road sharing
Number of U.S. bicyclists is increasing, according to government study. More than $700 million in stimulus funds is being used for bike and pedestrian projects. Critics question project in North Carolina that would add bike lanes to busy street. Cities should choose wisely where to add lanes, paths, expert says.
Here is an article from Bicycling.com on how to drive around cyclists.
05.11.10 - Become a better cyclist with yoga
Here is Lance's routine. These poses can help bost your strength and flexibility.
05.11.10 - Judge ruled against USF riders
Pasco County Judge Robert Cole has ruled against five University of South Florida cyclists who were ticketed for impeding traffic during a training ride around San Antonio.
04.16.10 - I want to ride like Fabian!!
Who doesn't want to ride like Fabian Cancellara, the champ in this year's Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix. Here is a blog by local cycling coach Simon Kessler on how you can ride as strong as Cancellara.
04.05.10 - America's top 50 bike friendly cities
How does the Tampa/St. Petersburg area rank? Which city is the most bike friendly?
03.27.10 - Urban bike racers descend on downtown
Between the downtown Tampa criterium, Pinellas Park circuit race and the Strawberry ride, it was a great cycling weekend.
03.12.10 - Bicycling.com - new road bikes for $800 - $2,000
03.11.10 - Simon Kessler - What does it take to achiev peak time trial performance?
Cycling season is upon us. Get ready to get in tip top shape.
Broken ribs, separated shoulder... sounds familiar?
02.23.10 - 6 Great core exercises for cyclists
I have tried these exercises and they are tough!! No pain no gain, right?
02.14.10 - 11 routine bike maintenance and repair tips
From the chainrings to the chains to brake pads to cables, learn how to properly maintain these bike parts to get the most out of your bike.
01.29.10 - Rides finder
Bicycling.com has a tool that will help you find rides in your area. Alternatively, you can find ride maps at mapmyride.com or go to our group ride page to find rides in your area.
01.10.10 - Gourmet Cycling Travel
Former pro and local cycling coach Simon Kessler has a new business venture. Gourmet Cycling Travel specializes in cycling tour throughout France. Tours are operated by owner and guided by owner Simon Kessler.
01.09.10 - LA doctor gets 5 years in prison for road rage
A former emergency room doctor who deliberately braked so that two bicyclists rammed into his car in a road rage assault was sentenced Friday to five years in state prison.
01.06.10 - Bicycling.com: Will an indoor cycling class at my gym help me in the winter?
This is the question most cyclists will ask in the winter. Read on to find out whether those spin classes will help you on the road when the weather gets warmer.
Latest news on triathlons & multisports...
11.17.10 - Ironman World Championship in Clearwater draws more than 1,500 participants
Starting and finishing at Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach, Michael Raelert of Germany traversed the 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike and 13.1-mile run in 3:41:19 to win. England's Jodie Swallow was the women's champion in 4:06:28.
10.08.10 - WTC Launches New Global Event Series
Oct. 5, 2010 (Tampa, Fla.) – Today, World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), best known for its worldwide Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races, announces the launch of a new global event series titled 5150. All events within the 5150 Triathlon Series include a 1.5K swim, 40K bike and 10K run. Event information, including online registration details, will be available in the coming weeks on www.5150.com. Starting in 2011, the St. Anthony's Triathlon will become part of this global event series.
10.07.10 - The Ironman 70.3 world championship has a new home!
World Triathlon Corporation (WTC), owners of the Ironman series of events, confirmed that the year-ending 70.3 race, heretofore domiciled in Clearwater, Florida, will move to Henderson, a Las Vegas suburb.
09.25.10 - Triumphs in triathlons piling up for St. Petersburg resident
St. Petersburg resident Donald Ardell collected his fourth world title at the 2010 ITU Triathlon World Championship in Budapest, Hungary, on Sept. 11, winning the men's 70-74 age group after covering the sprint distance course (750-meter swim, 20K bike, 5K run) in 1:25:12. Also coverage of Sand Key Triathlon and other local races.
06.30.10 - Tarpon Springs' Cosgrove finishes fourth in Morton Plant Mease Triathlon
The St Pete Times coverage of Morton Plant Mease Triathlon.
06.12.10 - World Triathlon Corporation contributes to oil spill relief effort
Ironman Allocates $100,000 for Donation Toward Gulf Coast Oil Spill Relief.
05.26.10 - Key Principles of Open Water Drafting
We all know how drafting in cycling can conserve energy. Drafting in open water swim provides the same benefit. However, how to draft at various points of the race makes a difference in efficiency. Read this article to learn about the keys to open water drafting.
05.15.10 - Race rehearsal tips for triathlon swim leg
Some great tips from Total Immersion's Terry Laughlin for beginners, experienced and veteran triathletes.
05.07.10 - Man vs. Machine: U.S. Olympic triathlete races sports car 305 Horsepower
That's how much power the 2010 Subaru WRX STI puts out to all four wheel at maximum velocity. The Subaru WRX STI is one of the fastest production Rally cars you can buy today.
04.26.10 - Bay area businesses win big at St. Anthony's Triathlon
The Convention and Visitors Bureau reports that in 2009, St. Anthony's Triathlon brought in $6 million to Tampa Bay.
04.26.10 - Weather makes for rough start to St. Anthony's Triathlon
Officials had to shorten the swim course by approximately 600m for the last few waves as a result of choppy water.
04.25.10 - St. Anthony's Triathlon - Overcoming the elements
Colorado native overcomes rough seas, high winds to win St. Anthony's Triathlon.
04.24.10 - Two-time Ironman World Championship winner Alexander loves St. Anthony's Triathlon
04.13.10 - Ironman Announces U.S. Rule Amendments for 2011 Season
Changes are coming related to swim wear and wetsuit regulations. See how this could affect your fall Ironman and 70.3 races.
04.10.10 - New Ironman store in New Tampa hopes to cash in on the wave of affluent triathletes
The Ironman Store, which had a soft opening in December, is at at 6417 County Line Road in the largely affluent area of New Tampa. The store, which sells everything from bikes to swimming gear, is at in a shopping center next to a LA Fitness the size of supermarket. Have you checked out this store yet? Got anything you want to share with other fellow triathletes?
10.24.10 - American swimmer dies in World Cup race in Dubai
U.S. open water swimmer Francis 'Fran' Crippen, a world championship bronze medalist, died during a Marathon Swimming World Cup 10km event in the United Arab Emirates on Saturday, world governing body FINA said.
10.15.10 - Nyad delays attempt to break distance-swim record
Extreme swimmer Diana Nyad has temporarily called off her marathon Cuba-to-Key West swim, citing bad weather and slow progress on government permissions. The swim would break the world record for distance swims without a shark cage, which Nyad holds.
07.15.10 - Joe Biondi Top Gun Triathlon open water clinic
I have personally attended one of coah Biondi's open water clinic and have benefited from it tremendously.
05.15.10 - Joe Biondi open water training and clinics
St. Pete Masters swim coach Joe Biondi is holding open water training and clinics in May and June at various beaches. Click here for a schedule and waiver for Pass-a-grille, Spa Beach and Sand Key park. Contact: Joe Biondi - jbiondi3@tampabay.rr.com
05.07.10 - St. Petersburg Mayor Bill Foster proposes closing four city pools
Mayor Bill Foster said he's planning to close four of nine city pools in an effort to save roughly $1.5 million, the cost to run them. Foster said he doesn't know which ones will be closed yet, but he will propose the idea to the City Council.
01.29.10 - Open water swimming
Are you getting ready for triathlon season? Did you sign up for St. Anthony's but didn't know where to start to prepare for open water swimming? This is an article with great tips on open water swimming.
01.06.10 - Texas Swim Stars Stroke Clinic
The Clearwater Aquatic Team is hosting the 2010 Texas Swim Stars Stroke Clinic from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Long Center in Clearwater. The clinic is designed to teach swimmers how to refine and perfect their strokes and turns. Headlining the list of instructors is two-time Olympic gold medalist and two-time world championship gold medalist Garrett Weber-Gale. In addition, World University Games medalists and Olympic trials finalists Michael Klueh and Matt Lowe will be on hand to share their expertise. Weber-Gale, Klueh and Lowe will be available for a half-hour after the clinic for pictures and autographs. The cost is $30 (cash only) per swimmer. Registration will start at 12:30 p.m. the day of the clinic at the west entrance of the Long Center pool, and registration is limited to the first 150 swimmers who sign up. For more information, call (727) 791-9542 or e-mail alex@clearwateraquatics.com.
09.26.10 - Be picky about where you get your protein from
Animal protein and vegetable protein probably have the same effects on health. It's the protein package that's likely to make a difference.
03.23.10 - 10 nutrition tips for cyclists
Try Five Cycling Superfoods - Salmon, berries, linguini, red peppers and sweet potatoes--great foods that can help you ride better, plus tasty ways to toss them into your diet.
01.04.10 - Five 'eating better' foods to slip into your diet in '10
If your resolutions include "eating better," experts say, five foods can help you get there . Soy, Salmon and whole grain should be in your diet.
11.26.10 - Body composition testing
Florida Fitness Testing is a company that offers mobile body composition testing using their "Bod Pod". The Bod Pod allows you to determine the amount of fat and lean muscle mass you have easily, quickly and non-invasively. Used by 15 NFL teams, the Cleveland Clinic, all three Mayo Clinics and hundreds of public, private and military installations around the world.
05.10.10 - Going to Ft. DeSoto Park could cost you $8 per car
A proposed entrance fee into Fort De Soto Park is back to life, and bigger than ever. A proposal to charge $8 per car load to enter the park, nationally popular for its beach, will be discussed by the County Commission on Tuesday. It's now free after paying a separate state toll.
01.29.10 - Tampa Conditioning - A new strength and conditioning training service in Tampa
Neil Collom is an exercise physiologist and fitness coach. He has over 12 years of personal training and clinical exercise experience. He is a Tampa native and USF alumni. Neil is also a triathlete, runner, cyclist, and urban-athlete. He is compassionate and motivating and trained individuals with a diversed background and various fitness levels. He also has years of diabetes and health care experience. Click here to go to our strength and conditioning page.
01.05.10 - January jump start: Get slim with Prevention
31 days of healthy eating and exercise tips from the 400 Calorie Fix, Prevention's new book that teaches you how to lose weight without restricting any type of food. Follow our program as daily motivation for a leaner, fitter you in the new year.