10.16.08
From the issue Golden Compass
Hot & Cold Events of a Lifetime
You've heard of running a marathon. How about skiing one? Yep. Team In Training is offering the adventure of a lifetime for people of all fitness levels: Ski a Marathon in Alaska! Whether you're a newbie or a pro, Team In Training will help you conquer the Tour of Anchorage Cross-Country Ski Marathon. Kick n' glide on gorgeous groomed trails along the coast of the Cook Inlet before finishing up at historic Kincaid Park. Bonus: See the first day of the world-famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Mush!
Need a little Hawaiian heat to ignite your enthusiasm? Travel with Team In Training to beautiful Kona, Hawaii and complete the Olympic-distance Lavaman Triathlon. (You'll have bragging rights for a long time!) Swim the warm waters of Anaeho'omalu Bay, bike part of the famed Ironman World Champion course, and run across a lava field to finish this epic event. Reward yourself with…hey, you're already in paradise.
There are 7 other upcoming Team In Training events, including a marathon in Rome (bravo!), a half marathon in San Francisco (home field advantage!), and a century bike ride in Southern California's wine country (pedal, pinot, repeat!).
WARNING: Completing any one of these events can become highly addictive. Learn more by attending one of the Team In Training Information Meetings listed below (RSVP here)
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30 p.m.: Oakland Zoo—Zimmer Auditorium, Oakland
Thursday, October 23, 6:30 p.m.: Pleasant Hill Community Center, Pleasant Hill
Saturday, October 25, 9:30 a.m.: Presidio Sports Basement, San Francisco
Saturday, October 25, 2:30 p.m.: Marinwood Community Center, San Rafael
Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 p.m,: Best Western John Muir Inn, Martinez
Wednesday, October 29, 6:30 p.m.: Presidio Sports Basement, San Francisco
Thursday, October 30, 6:30 p.m.: San Leandro Community Center, San Leandro
Saturday, November 1, 9:30 a.m.: Courtyard Emeryville, Emeryville
Saturday, November 1, 2:30 p.m.: Mill Valley Community Center, Mill Valley
For additional meetings near you, visit www.TeamInTraining.org.