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Training Sessions

Overview

Group training sessions are conducted on a weekly basis and should begin once the weather allows for it. Check the schedule below for tentative start dates. Also check the News for any one-time specialfor any one-time special training sessions or events that we may conduct throughout the year.

 

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  Strength TriBasics:
Run: Track		 Swim
Run: Track		 Cycling
Swim		 Strength
Swim: Stiles 5:30pm		 Bike: N. Andover 7:30am


Attention !
Any member who wishes to join in our group rides or swim workouts during the 2008 tri season must fill out the appropriate release forms in order to be allowed to participate. You can download the appropriate forms below to sign and hand in at the next workout you attend, or waivers will be on-hand for you to sign on location.

Group Ride Release Form Swim Workout Release Form

Details

Group Workouts

North Andover Group Ride - Saturday morning rides now begin at 7:30AM from the Hermann Youth Center Parking Lot at 33 Johnson St North Andover Mass. These rides are 30.5 miles through Boxford and Georgetown and are for all levels of riders and will continue through the end of September.


Directions:

  • Take I-495
  • Take exit 43 (MASS. AVE.) towards N. ANDOVER, go 0.1 mi
  • Bear towards MASS. AVE./N. ANDOVER - go < 0.1 mi
  • Continue on MASSACHUSETTS AVE - go 1.6 mi
  • Continue on SALEM ST - go 0.1 mi
  • Arrive at 33 JOHNSON ST, NORTH ANDOVER
Running Workouts

Be sure to check out the MVS site for track sessions and other group running activities.


Swimming Workouts

Stiles Pond, Boxford
Note: park in the boat launch parking lot. The other lot (if opened is for a private beach. Please stay off the beach, it is private. There is a path in the woods that leads to the pond without going onto the beach.

Group Swim Times:
Friday, 5:30pm - Contact: Kitty Gines (kkgines08@yahoo.com) or Dave Tyler (davidatyler@yahoo.com).

Directions
From North Andover Center:
  • Salem to Dale St.
  • Left on Dale St.
  • Dale St. to Main St.
  • Right on Main St.
  • After hill crest, stay left, take first left, Stiles Pond Road.

Coached Workouts

Coached workouts are directed by Coach Sharon Johnson.  For more information and how to register contact Coach Sharon as:  sharon@NETriTraining.com or visit her coaching website at:  www.NETriTraining.com

Triathlon Basics for Success

An 8 week training program for adults to get in shape and successfully complete their triathlon goals

When: June 1- July 20th, Tuesday Evenings 6:30- 8:00

Where: Andover YMCA

Price: $150 members, $200 nonmembers

8 Weeks As Follows:

  • Basic Overview - planning your training, equipment needs, setting achievable goals
  • Running Basics
  • Cycling Basics
  • Swimming Basics in Pool (Lawrence Y - 7:30 - 8:30 schedule)
  • Open Water Swimming Basics (Captain's Pond, Salem, NH)
  • Strength and Core Basics for Better Performance
  • Transition Area and "Bricks"
  • Grand Finale - Race Day
Coached Workouts beginning July 1, 2010:

Workouts for triathletes, runners, cyclists, swimmers - 8 week sessions
Options: Participation levels (for 8-week session)

Level 1 - One Workout Per Week - $75 for 8 weeks (YMCA Members); $125 (non-members)
Level 2 - Two Workouts Per Week - $125 for 8 weeks (YMCA Members); $175 (non-members)
Level 3 - Unlimited Workouts Per Week - $165 for 8 weeks (YMCA Members); $220 (non-members

Note: Levels 1 and 2 participants can attend different workouts each week (For example you can go to a swim workout the first week, then attend the strength training workout the next.)

Weekly Workout Schedule

Mondays 7:00- 8:40 p.m. / Fridays 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. Strength Training for Triathletes/Athletes Andover YMCA. This workout is designed to enhance functional strength for all 3 triathlon disciplines and core strength beneficial to all athletes. Workouts include plyometrics, "bricks", balance, agility, and core strength training to increase speed and power as well as prevent sport injuries.

Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:00 a.m. Coached Indoor Swim Workouts Lawrence YMCA. Coached workouts including both technique and fitness work. Swimmers will periodically get videotaped for stroke analysis and feedback.

Thursdays 6:15-7:15 a.m. Coached Open Water Swim Skills Captains Pond, Salem NH. Coached workouts include open water skill work including sighting, pacing, drafting, group swimming, general open water stroke technique work, and swim fitness work. (Aug 5, Aug 12, Aug 19)

Thursdays 6:15-8:00p.m. Outdoor Cycling Workouts Andover YMCA Technique, skill, and fitness work. Workouts include hill repast, intervals, sprint intervals, and time trials. Periodically workouts finish with indoor cycling specific strength work. Workouts are at individual pace, all levels are welcome.