- The Big Picture
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Swim, bike, run... the basics of our sport of triathlon. Simple for some, not so for others. Whether you are a newbie triathlete just learning to swim, or a seasoned veteran Ironman looking to set a PR, coach Ginny Pietila along with assistant coach Nancy Urner, the Club Emerald Triathlon Team and the Club Emerald IronCrew will get you to your goals.
2009 celebrates the 11th year of the Club Emerald Triathlon Team!
Working within a team framework rarely found in triathlon training, we utilize the benefits of camaraderie and group experiences to complement your individualized training program. Blending the best of both worlds, our athletes receive a completely customized training program that is uniquely their own, and have the opportunity to train in the company of others with similar goals. Upon joining either team, you will enjoy not only your very own customized training plan, but also structured group workouts at the pool, track, and on the road. You will be pushed and supported by your teammates as you work together to reach your triathlon goals. All athletes receive a complimentary subscription to Training Peaks for program implementation, tracking and communication with our hands-on coaching staff.
Coach, Ginny Pietila
- Co-Owner, Club Emerald Athletic Club on Mercer Island
- Five time Ironman Triathlon finisher
- Six time marathon finisher
- USAT Certified Triathlon Coach
- Fifteen year ACE Certified Personal Trainer/Instructor
- Heart Zones Cycling Certified Instructor
- YogaFit Certified Yoga Instructor
Coach, Nancy Urner
- USAT Certified Triathlon Coach
- Two time Ironman Triathlon finisher
- Two time marathon finisher
- 10 year veteran triathlete
Triathlon Training
- Team oriented triathlon training
- Individual training programs written by our certified coaches
- Group tempo/track workouts
- Group swim workouts with coaches on deck
- Individual swim lessons
- Video stroke analysis
- Open water swim clinics/practice
- Heart Rate testing
- Establishment of training and racing zones
- All bike and run routes pre-set and mapped
- Individual, on-line training plans also available
WILL . . . it is as simple as that. If you have the will to train for and START a triathlon, the finish line will follow.- Ginny PietilaNothing compares with the joy of completing a goal whether it be a Sprint Triathlon, Marathon or Ironman race. Ginny confidently takes me on these journeys making me believe in myself more than I ever thought possible.- Kim Sharman
