Regions NORTHEAST
The Northeast Regional Council cordially invites you to race in our region this summer. We have dozens of events to choose from between June and October, not to mention numerous things to see and do with your family. Our region is comprised of New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. Although each state has its unique traits, the region itself has a multitude of offerings including historical sights (independence started here), incredible scenery (world renown autumn colors, stunning coastlines and lakes, rugged mountains, and quaint country lanes), and delectable treats (maple syrup, lobster, and blueberry pies). Of course, the region’s diverse geography also makes it ideal for challenging races. Here is a selection of high profile events: • Regional Club Championship Rev3 Quassy – Middlefield, Conn., June 4 • Age Group Regional Championship Pat Griskus Olympic Distance Triathlon – Middlebury, Conn., June 16 • Accenture Challenged Athlete National Championship – New
York, N.Y., July 8
• Ironman Lake Placid – Lake Placid, N.Y., July 22 • Kid’s Tri MIT – Cambridge, Mass., July 22 • Age Group Regional Special Qualifier Lake Dunsmore Tri – Salisbury, Vt., August 8
• Ironman USA Championship – New York, N.Y., August 11 • USA Triathlon Age Group National Championship (Olympic- and Sprint distances) – Burlington, Vt., August 18-19
Burlington, Vt., is the site of the USA Triathlon Age Group Nationals weekend.
• USAT Northeast Talent ID Grand Finale (Cranberry Trifest Sprint) – Lakeville, Mass., August 22 • USAT NE Aquabike Regional Championship – South Berwick, Maine, September 9 • ITU Continental Cup, USAT Elite National Championship and USA Paratriathlon Race Series (Nickel City Triathlon) – Buffalo, N.Y., September 16
For a complete listing of the Northeast Region’s races check out
www.usatriathlon.org/eventcalendar We hope to see you at the races this season. And with so much to see and do, why not bring your family and make it a long weekend of exploration and discovery?
MIDWEST
What does triathlon have to do with corporate wellness? A lot more than you may think. Companies large and small, public and private are looking for ways to improve the health of their employees and their families. Typically, corporate wellness programs consist of a number of programs, initiatives, services, facilities and incentives. In the past several years, the focus on employee health and wellness has increased dramatically. Companies are looking for higher level engagement and high-returns investment, and this takes planning and organization. Take note race directors and triathlon coaches. Use your skills to partner with companies to spark employee interest and excitement in the triathlon lifestyle, a healthier active lifestyle. Connect with the local corporate wellness council. Many major cities have organized memberships of corporate wellness organizations. Your skills and experience are valuable and help companies and especially their employees became more active, healthier, improve productivity, increase job satisfaction, save the employer on healthcare costs, as well as many other side benefits.
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Triathlon and corporate wellness have become intertwined as companies focus on employee health and wellness.
Ways to connect: • Provide free triathlon training seminars on different topics to private and public companies. • Present topics that appeal to a wide audience, not just triathletes. • Work with the wellness directors to create the right messaging for their culture and demographics. • Encourage employers to pay at least a portion of registration fees for their employees as part as their wellness program. Many companies offer incentives tied to some type of physical activity. • Be accessible to help and respond to questions. • Respond to emails and communication quickly and professionally. • Be active in your community in other related areas such as organizing a bike exchange program for disadvantaged youth. Please feel free to contact me at
alan@omahatriathlon.com with any comments and discuss any ideas.
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