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Mussleman Half Iron Distance Triathlon

IRONMAN 70.3 Musselman is the perfect race for athletes who want to experience an urban, upstate adventure. You’ll start your race with a swim in Seneca Lake followed by a bike course that takes you into the rolling hills of the Finger Lakes Region, boasting incredible views of both Seneca and Cayuga Lakes. The run…

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Mussleman Sprint Distance Triathlon

The Mussleman Sprint Distance Triathlon and the  The Mussleman Half Iron Triathlon are one of our A Races – obviously a Travel Race.   Those of you looking to save some coin should opt for the local Colonial Beach Triathlon the same day.   Mussleman is in wine country – 6.5-7 hours away if you…

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Mussleman Half Iron DistanceTriathlon

The Mussleman Sprint Distance Triathlon and the  The Mussleman Half Iron Triathlon  are one of our A Races – obviously a Travel Race.   Those of you looking to save some coin should opt for the local Colonial Beach Triathlon the same day.   Mussleman is in wine country – 6.5-7 hours away if you…

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For Immediate Release: Team Z Triathlon Team Crushes the Micro Mussle at Mussleman Triathlon 2011

The following dug up by Val – and developed by Lauren Glickman after our crushing of the 2011 Micro Mussel (Mussleman Triathlon, Geneva NY).   Great race.   Great race director.   Great race support by the town.   HIGHLY recommend!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpMsUTpwGkg  

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Growing up, I was never even remotely athletic, a distinct liability in a sports-mad country. Moreover, I grew to associate the idea of people being “sporty” with people who were generally obnoxious, who loved to lord their athletic prowess over others.

Triathlon, therefore, was a revelation for me: very ordinary people who were able to achieve extraordinary things. Team Z is the essence of triathlon in that regard, an amazing mix of experienced athletes (who turned out to be quite nice people) and absolute beginners, all sharing their different journeys. The team is full of people who push me when I need to be pushed and who push me when I don’t think I want to be pushed. Because the team pushes me, I’ve become something I never would have believed I could become: an athlete.

Mark Mullen

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Never say never on Team Z! I never thought I would do a triathlon let alone a half Ironman. I told anyone who would listen that the only way I would ever run another marathon was if it was in an Ironman and since I was never going to do an Ironman I had nothing to worry about. Well, so much for my “never” list. With the support of Team Z, I have raced numerous short distance triathlons, several half Ironmans, raced my best injury free marathon (I beat Oprah’s time), and signed up for an Ironman.
Regardless of your experience, speed, motivation, and goals there is a place for you on Team Z. When I joined the Team in December 2011, I did not know what to expect. My old game plan was to go as fast and as hard as possible regardless of the consequences. I do not recommend this strategy. I somehow always fell to side with an injury and burned out long before I reached the start line. This all changed when I joined Team Z. With the help of the coaches and my teammates, I am learning everyday how to find balance physically, set reachable goals, listen to my body, and enjoy the experience. I have a good friend on the Team that says that all the training and hard work is the journey. Race day is the victory lap. Gotta Love Team Z!

Kathy Hsu

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In 2009 I ran the Disney Marathon with my mom, accompanying her on her first 26.2 mile adventure. I remember standing at the start next to her and saying, “just think, those Ironman people have to do this after swimming 2.4 miles and biking 112”¦..freaking lunatics!.” Two years later with a couple of sprint and Olympic triathlons under my belt, and after a couple of glasses of wine, I started to wonder, “Maybe I can do an Ironman too?” So I pulled the trigger, dropped the cash, and signed up for Ironman Cozumel. This followed by immediate panic. “Oh dear God, what have I done? I haven’t the slightest clue how to train for an Ironman.” A couple months later, by chance, I ran into a Z’er outside of my work and as we started talking Triathlon, she told me about Team Z. “Why not? It can’t hurt” I thought to myself. So I joined. It didn’t take me long to realize that this team had everything I wanted: knowledgeable and supportive coaches, structured training plans for all levels and abilities, fantastic teammates, and most importantly cold beers ready for you after every race!

Scott Leary