Michael SWIMS through Europe!

As you all know, Michael has headed to Paris for his one year sabbatical. While we miss him here at aquatic park, he has been swimming all over Europe already!

Above is Michael jumping into the IRISH SEA!

THIS WEEKEND: Lisa's Escape from Alcatraz Tri!

Sunday, June 14th Lisa will swim 1.5 miles, bike 18 miles, and run 8 miles!!!!
http://www.escapefromalcatraztriathlon.com/site3.aspx

GO LISA!

MICHAEL AND KRISTINA JOIN THE POLAR BEAR CLUB

On Tuesday, June 9, 2009, Kristina and Michael jumped into 57 degree water at Aquatic park with NO wetsuits, and swam 2/3 of a mile!

WE CONQUERED THE ROCK!

Michael, Brian, Kristina, Wendy, and Lisa all finished the alcatraz swim, on the most gorgeous day!

let's get serious!

OK, I think its time to pick some upcoming swims to do!

This company waterworld swim has alcatraz crossings monthly, for smaller groups:
http://www.waterworldswim.com/events_alcatrazxings.asp
with a swim on 4/18/09.

active.com tips to avoid the winter doldrums

To keep us motivated during our cold short winter days!

Avoid the Winter Doldrums

and

30 minute swim workouts: Swimmers are prone to losing their fitness quickly when away from the pool. To avoid this pitfall and maintain your feel for the water, try these intense 30-minute workouts.

Hey Guys!

I just registered for the infamous Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon! The only way into this race is either as a pro or through the random drawing...I got lucky and got a spot. It's on June 14th, hope you guys are around, would be great to have you there!

http://www.escapefromalcatraztriathlon.com/ESCAPE_From_Alcatraz_Triathlon.htm