Athlete Profile- Susan Meyers

Age Group: 

35-39

2011 Endurance goals:

Space Coast Half Marathon, sub-1:50

Savannah Half/Full Marathon

Why did you choose this sport?

When I was about 27, I made a list of 30 things to do before turning 30.  One of those things was running a marathon.  I ran Disney in 2004 using the Galloway method and was hooked. 

Most enjoyable part of your sport?

The post-run food.  ;). Feeling of accomplishment.  Time not as "jack and brooke's mom"

Greatest accomplishment so far?

Probably NYC less than 11 months after having a baby.  At the time, it was a PR.

Favorite gadget?

My iPod

Favorite post-race meal?

Chocolate milk.  After a few hours, burger and fries.

Dream race?

Boston. But only if I qualify. 

Susan is one of CETs rockstar runners who has multiple PRs this year and will continue to impress in 2011!

Great Weekend in Clermont!

Thanks to all of our athletes who came up to Clermont!  We appreciate all of your hard work and effort.
I think I speak for everyone when I say that the 2 mile Swim Across Minneola was awesome!  Despite everyone having some sort of fear (distance, cramps, drowning, gators, snakes, etc.), we all came out the other side with a great feeling of accomplishment.  An event I definitely recommend to all next year!

The ride in the Clermont hills was fantastic as usual.  The team really showed some serious strength and endurance.  Clermont challenges you in many ways.  It will test your fitness, bike skills, fueling, mental toughness, desire, motivation, and overall ability as a triathlete.  You guys rocked it and hopefully learned some things from it.  Stay tuned for next months trip!

Want to Run More Efficient? Be Patient and Practice!

We all want to improve our running form.  Well, I should say most want to improve their running form.  For those of you who do, be patient and practice.  Simple right?  Only those who show patience and practice proper form, will come out the other side as a more efficient runner.

What does that mean, a more efficient runner? Why is it so important to improve running biomechanics?  Simple, you have a better chance of getting injured running every other day than you do strength training every other day.  Yes, you have a better chance of getting injured putting one foot in front of the other than you do throwing weights around.  Or playing tennis, baseball or golf for that matter.  Doesn't seem right, does it?  

Be patient.  Becoming successful at anything does not happen over night.  Through perseverance and dedication comes success.  Each training session should be goal oriented.  Focus on the key components you need to work on to improve.  For example,