Park District Sponsors New Triathlon

Sunday, August 5th from 7:00am-Noon, the Wheaton Park District invites anyone 11 years old and up to swim, ride and run their way toward all around fitness by joining the Tri-no-mite 2012 Triathlon.

“We’re really excited about this new event,” says Vanessa Peca, Parks Plus Fitness Center Manager. “If you’ve been curious about triathlons, this is a great way to start.”

This “mini-triathlon” is perfect for those new to the sport, as well as athletes hoping to set an event record this season. Participants swim for ten minutes, ride stationary bikes for twenty minutes and then run for twenty minutes. The swim will be held outdoors in the lanes at Rice pool. Running and riding will take place indoors at the Wheaton Park District Community Center. Short transition times between each event will allow athletes to change clothes before moving to the next event.

Heats will begin at 7am and run up until 10:40am. (Heat times will be emailed to participants after registration no later than Tuesday, July 31.) Post-race includes music, awards and refreshments. The first 120 participants will receive a technical shirt.

The cost to compete in Tri-no-mite 2012 is $30. Registration is online through Sunday, July 29. To register, please visit www.active.com. All registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Sponsored by Marathon Sportswear.
Wheaton Park District’s Community Center and Rice Pool is located at 1777 S. Blanchard Road in Wheaton. For more information, please call Parks Plus Fitness Center  at 630.871.6713 or visit www.wheatonparkdistrict.com/events.

Courtesy of a press release from the Wheaton Park District