Favorite Thing About Triathlon: Working out the whole body and meeting like minded people who are into having fun and playing hard. I love to see the same faces at all the races.
Favorite Race: Peach Classic Olympic Tri in Penticton, BC in July. Same spot as Ironman Canada. This race is a blast with a fun swim, rolling bike course and wicked run with a 1 mile hill to clean out the suckers.
Top Workout: Swimming at the City Park in Coeur d'Alene and then running on the trails on Tubbs Hill.
Preferred Training Toy: My running shoes. Never break down, leak, fall off or cause me to crash. Just fire on a new pair ever 300 to 400 miles.
Eats: Powergel, Clif Bars and Accelerade when racing and trying really hard this year on nutrition and getting rid of all the junk and eating tons of fruits and veggies with lean meats and less processed crap. Also a good Pale Ale is a crowd pleaser.
Hobbies: Tri, backcountry skiing, rock climbing and traveling the world with my wife when I can.
Career: Realestate Appraiser for Wachovia Bank. If you can't blame the loan officer then blame the appraiser.
Why Tri-Fusion? Looking to take my training to a higher level, especially with my cycling. Got to get out with the best to get better.
Favorite Thing About Triathlon: The challenge of completing 3 events when 4 years ago I couldn't fathom completing a 20 mile walk. Also, it keeps the fat-girl from overtaking my life again we had a lot of battles and active girl finally won!
Favorite Race: Locally: CDA Ironman (Cause I will be an IronWOOman)! Medical Lake tri; Colbert half -marathon; Only FOOLS Run at Midnight, and Bloomsday.
Away: The Great Columbia River Crossing 10K in Astoria Oregon.
Favorite Race I may never get to participate in: Ironman Kona (I've been watching it for years, even before I came to my senses and started doing triathlon!)
Top Workout: Brick workouts! I love riding my bike hard then trying to run (I swear I had legs when I started, but I can't feel them now!)
Also, I love long swims in the pool -- open water is fun, but it scares me when I can't see the bottom.
Preferred Training Toy: #1 training toy is my #1 training partner, my husband Jay!
#2 Training Resource Ben Greenfield the best personal trainer I've worked with and met. ( AKA Death by BEN, if your not spent your not workin hard enough )
#3 training toy is my garmin forerunner 205 -- one day I may even figure out how to use it :) (yes I am technically challenged)
Eats: THAI FOOD ROCKS! and judging by the other profiles it appears most of the club agrees with me. But, lets not forget Italian food. Mmmmmmm.............lasagna!
Favorite pre-race food: Bananas. I love fruit : )
Hobbies: Taking pictures; hikes in the woods with the family and our 3 dogs (Honey, Cara, & Chewy). But mostly I'm a football mom. Goin' to the coast walking or runnin the beaches no matter the weather
Oh, ya and I'm a triathlete!!
Career: Registered Nurse, I work at a gastroenterology clinic. But what I really want to do when I grow up is open a cafe or a bed and breakfast on the coast of Oregon. I love to cook!
Why Tri-Fusion? I like the involvement of the members in our community and the family atmosphere. The encouragement and support to all members regardless of ability.
Favorite Thing About Triathlon: The total body challenge it provides; it not only tests you physically, but mentally and when you cross the finish line and know you were up to the challenge....thats AWESOME!
Favorite Race: I haven't done many triathlons YET, but the Medical Lake Tri was fun. For running: The Colbert Half-Marathon and Bloomsday are my favorite local races. The Great Columbia River Crossing in Astoria Oregon is my favorite outta town race.
Favorite races of the future: (near future, not distant!)
Escape from Alcatraz - date to be determined. The Portland Marathon 2008, and Ironman CDA 2009!
Top Workout: A long run on a warm, sunny day is a slice of heaven on earth, especially with my beautiful wife along the centennial trail listenin' to birds and seeing fish jump in the river.
Also, getting on my bike and going all out! There is nothing like going as fast as you can, avoiding the pot holes, and evading Spokane drivers...If I can survive that then the race should be easy, right?
Preferred Training Toy: Without a doubt it has to be the Ipod! Actually its the ONLY toy I have at the moment :(
Eats: My favorites used to be Pizza, hogies, cookies, chips... basically anything that wasn't good for me. Now My favorite is Thai food and fruit. My "once in a great while" indulgence is Buffalo wings Mmmmm wings! Flamin Joes anyone?!
Hobbies: I work and train for triathlon who has time for hobbies? Just kidding, I love camping, fishing, reading mysteries or fantasy books, beachcombing / experiencing the coastal culture of central and northern Oregon, skeet shooting, and, thanks to my son Ryan, paintballing!
Career: Registered Nurse: Orthopedics at Sacred Heart Medical Center.
Career I wish I had: Anything that Michelle and I could do together, I especially like her cafe or bed and breakfast on the coast ideas!
Why Tri-Fusion? I am impressed by the way the club supports one another and everyone is working to better the club, the sport, and each other. I wanted to be a part of a group of people who are motivated and driven. I believe I'm in the right place!
Name: Trish Cudney
Favorite Thing About Triathlon: I never in a million years thought I could do one...and then one day I did!
Favorite Race: I will have to go with my first race. The feeling of accomplishment is one I will never forget!
Top Workout: Swimming at the lake, followed by a BBQ lunch and time to work on my tan :)
Preferred Training Toy: My workout friends. They push me and encourage me to keep going. I couldn't do it without them!
Eats: For workouts, I love Snickers Marathon Bars, and Shot Blocks.
For life, I love Thai, Italian, Mexican, Chinese and Pizza!
Hobbies: Shopping, reading, movies, hanging out with friends and family, working out and enjoying life :)
Career: 1st grade teacher!
Why Tri-Fusion? A good friend invited me to join, and how could I say no to a club that focuses on exercise, friendships and fun! That was an easy one!!
Favorite Thing About Triathlon: Comardeship and continually working to progress to another level of fitness.
Favorite Race: Ironman CDA of course! I also really like Troika
Top Workout: Biking the ironman loop followed by a run. I also love long swims at Liberty Lake
Preferred Training Toy: My bike
Eats: PB and J. Warm Perpetuem
Hobbies: Running, biking and swimming. Taking care of my family needs.
Career: Physical Therapist, acute orthro. and neuro. rehab.
Why Tri-Fusion? Lots of good education and increase awareness of the triathlon world.
Favorite Thing About Triathlon: Training!
Favorite Race: Coeur d'Alene Triathlon - I love swimming in CDA Lake the best
Top Workout: A really long run or hard swim workout - my strengths
Preferred Training Toy: My bike! It's fast!
Eats: Pre-workout/race - wheat english muffin with peanut butter. During workout/race - a special concoction of lemon Gatorade, lemon HEED and water. Favorite anytime foods are sautéed spinach, Safeway's blueberry bagels, oatmeal or pears.
Hobbies: Snow skiing, cooking, lake in summer, watching movies or anything outside with my husband
Career: Marketing, although I'm on a nice long vacation currently!
Why Tri-Fusion? I'm looking forward to meeting more training friends!
Favorite Thing About Triathlon: I enjoy seeing that all ability levels are welcomed and applauded at events, It makes me excited to participate.
Favorite Race: Well I have only done 1 so I would have to say Escape the Gorge sprint distance in Cascade Locks, OR
Top Workout: swimming hard in the pool and suffering up Doomsday hill on my bike.
Preferred Training Toy: My new bike. :)
Eats: Pizza and Hammer Products for races.
Hobbies: Besides triathlon; Rock climbing, ice climbing, cross country skiing, reading and just about anything outdoors
Career: Occupational Therapist for Gentiva.
Why Tri-Fusion? My Fiance' has become involved recently and I was able to see how excited he was and after meeting several members I realized how welcome I felt even though I was not a member, so I took the next logical step and joined.
Favorite Thing About Triathlon: The challenge of training and racing. Pre-race nerves and crossing the finish line. Despite it being an individual sport, the camaraderie and support from the tri community is amazing.
Favorite Race: So far I have had a great time at all of them so I do not have a favorite race.
Top Workout: Early morning OWS followed by a longer bike ride or run.
Preferred Training Toy: My foam roller. It's a little like triathlon itself. Can be painful at times but feels very good afterwards.
Eats: Anything that has not produced a heartbeat.
Hobbies: Telemark skiing, hiking, mountain biking, reading, travel and explore new things.
Career: Manufacturing engineer
Why Tri-Fusion? Very energetic and supportive group of people. I like that the club itself is very active. I primarily joined to connect with people that shares my interest in multi-sport and a positive active lifestyle. I hope to learn from the more experienced members but also find a way to give back and be an asset to both the club and the multi-sport community in general.
Name: Bill Kelly
Favorite
thing about triathlon: Keeps me focused on fitness and not
on my TV.
Favorite
race: Bloomsday!
Top
workout: I am a runner first and foremost so... I feel
pretty accomplished after any half.
Preferred training toy: HRM without a doubt.
Eats: Depends on my mindset and chapter in the year. I like to stay away from sweets and keep protein intake high.
Hobbies: 1.
Hunting 2. Running 3. Cycling 4. Back-packing.
Career:
Assistant Manager of Costco in Spokane Valley.
Why Tri-Fusion? Nice folks, good
way to connect with others who share similar interests.
Name: Ali Stitt
Favorite
thing about triathlon: I love being active... and this fits
into my busy lifestyle to be able to stay active and
involved with a sport that fits in when it can. I love the
atmosphere of all the incredible and inspiring athletes. I
love the way it makes me feel when I stay in shape and
healthy.
Favorite
race: I love the Valley Girl, just a great race set-up.
I love doing some "team" races with the DurBubbs team, or
anyone that wants to do one... it's fun1 :) Always love to
try new races.
Top
workout: Brick Workouts!! Any workout is great for me... and
working out with other people is like a cherry on top.
Preferred training toy: My bike and I-pod.
Eats: I
LOVE any kind of food to start with... but for training and
races... I've manage well with a peanut butter, jelly and
even some honey sandwich, chocolate GU gels, and Emergen-C
or Delta-E.
Hobbies:
Playing volleyball with groups of friends, kayaking,
snowshoeing, hiking, anything with Art and beeing creative,
throwing parties and "fun" nights at my house, apparently
collecting movies (ask me how many I own!) Anything outdoors
and always love trying NEW things!
Career:
I am a Personal Assistant for an Engineer, who's an Expert
Eye Witness on "Accidents"... I do all his personal and
business needs. Awesome, perfect job for me... I as well
manage with my husband our two rental properties.
Why Tri-Fusion? I wanted to learn
more about the sport and get better at it... and it's not a
sport to do alone! This club offers the above and beyond
needs that you would ever look for. The people are all
amazing!
Name: Andrea Swanson
Favorite
thing about triathlon: The cross training! After just
running for so many years, it's nice to mix it up.
Favorite
race: Disneyland Half Marathon (I haven't done enough
triathlons yet to have a favorite)
Top
workout: Anything with a partner. Having somebody else with
me makes me work harder.
Preferred training toy: I am having a blast on my new
bike.
Eats:
Anytime: Brownies and Mexican food. During Workouts: Luna
Moons and Mint Chocolate Cookie Pria Bars. After Workouts:
Lemon Zest Luna Bars and more brownies.
Hobbies:
Spending time with my husband, trips to Disneyland, tasting
and drinking wine, trying to keep the yard looking good, and
being the best darn Iron Sherpa I can be!
Career:
Accountant
Why Tri-Fusion? I was practically a
member already by association, so I figured I would
officially join. The people are great and the support they
provide is incredible!
Name: Jennifer Polello
Favorite
thing about triathlon: Testing the limits of your mind, body
and spirit in a fun and challenging environment
Favorite
race: Triathlon: Valley Girl, Other: Long Bridge Swim-
1.76 miles of pure fun!
Top
workout: A long swim across Priest Lake. Any training with
my trusty training partner- Kathy. Any run with my Ipod
blasting me along to a good Van Halen tune.
Preferred training toy: My "truth monitor" Garmin Forerunner
and my Ipod loaded with Van Halen and Bon Jovie.
Eats:
Top 3: Pizza, Chocolate, Cheesecake! Hardly optimal training
food, just don't share this with my dietitian friends!
Hobbies:
Rock climbing, hiking, skiing and sitting on the beach at
Priest Lake with a good book.
Career:
Health Education Manager for Inland Northwest Health
Services. I manage the O.C. Olson Diabetes Education Center
that is dedicated to preventing and managing diabetes in our
community.
Why Tri-Fusion? Looking to train
with other "crazy" people so I can feel more normal!
Name: Terri Alvarado
Favorite
thing about triathlon: Fun, Friends, Fitness! I love the
camaraderie and challenging myself.
Favorite
race: Crossing the Ironman finish line! I took a few years
off and 2009 is come-back-IMCDA! Look out baby!
Top
workout: My most favorite is group bike rides. It's a social
event as well ass an awesome workout and tour of thee
beautiful countryside where we live.
Preferred training toy: My Kestrel KM40 custom.
Eats:
Boring stuff like bagel, PB on the bike. Stir Fry and other
time. And wine!
Hobbies:
I LOVE boating. Would like to get into kayaking next year. I
like to read, sometimes watch movies too, especially as a
recovery activity!
Career:
I stopped racing a few years to focus on my
education/career- finished my MBA last year and my career is
doing well!
Why Tri-Fusion? Kirk recruited me
and has raved about the club every time I see him... Why
not!
Name: Lesleye-Anne Stormo Moen
Favorite
thing about triathlon: The training.
Favorite
race:
Top
workout:
Preferred training toy: Marathon Stick.
Eats: A
lot of veggies, rice and tofu.
Hobbies:
Learning new things, reading, painting, creating, writing,
building relationships, volunteering, spending time with my
dog.
Career:
Professional student with the intention of growing up one of
these days.
Why Tri-Fusion? I am impressed by
the organization of the club, not only how the Board runs,
but also by the constant activity of the club members.
Name: Mark Dillon
Favorite
thing about triathlon: The adrenaline rush you get while
racing after months of training and knowing that your hard
work is paying off. Also just being around other
competitors, the energy is amazing.
Favorite
race: CDA Ironman
Top
workout: Biking Palouse Hwy
Preferred training toy: My bike along with my HRM.
Eats:
Anything Mexican or Thai and it has to be spicy.
Hobbies:
Snow skiing, mountain biking and water sports.
Career:
Pretending I'm retired.
Why Tri-Fusion? A chance to meet
new people with the same interests.
Name: Cameron Smith
Favorite
thing about triathlon: Finishing!! and free Gatorade during
the race! FREE!
Favorite
race: Chelanman and anyone that I finish!
Top
workout: Long bike rides with my I-pod.
Preferred training toy: Candy, I love all candy!
Eats:
Hudson's hamburgers, Thai, Pizza, BBQ, Zips, Italian, that's
all I can think of now.
Hobbies:
Water skiing, air-chair, snow skiing, bird hunting, family,
golf, anything at the lake and binge drinking!
Career:
Lion
tamer/Amateur home wrecker!!!
Why Tri-Fusion? Love the people!!
Name: Bryan Rowe
Favorite
thing about triathlon: Variety.
Favorite
race: The race I just finished.
Top
workout: The workout I just finished.
Preferred training toy: Garmin 305
Eats:
Almost everything, except mushrooms, mayonnaise, cheese
unless it is on pizza. I am addicted to ice cream and
coffee.
Hobbies:
Pretty much everything but golf and bowling.
Career:
Pharmacist at Deaconess.
Why Tri-Fusion? Good people, well
organized.
Name: Nathan Duncan
Favorite
thing about triathlon: The training, lifestyle, fitness,
healthy eating.
Favorite
race: CDA Scenic Challenge (except when its raining),
Ant race that goes well.
Top
workout: Bricks, racing, strength training (off season)
Preferred training toy: Darkwing (My Felt B2), Ipod
Eats:
Anything with Chicken, BBQ, Peanut Butter and Honey
Sandwich, Protein Shakes.
Hobbies:
Other than triathlons, movies, shooting, eating, anything
that keeps me moving.
Career:
Future Spokane Police Officer, but for now Valet at the
Davenport.
Why Tri-Fusion? If you wanna be the
best, you gotta run with the best! Tri-Fusion!
Name: Rodger McKeon
Favorite
thing about triathlon: As opposed to just working out with
no specific goal in sight, I enjoy training for the next
event. The people I have met are unbelievably supportive,
fun and outgoing.
Favorite
race: So far, Black Diamond
Top
workout: The BLT rides are a blast. Otherwise, going out my
front door at the lower South Hill and climbing High Drive.
Preferred training toy: My new Cervelo!
Eats:
Mexican, Italian, Thai, Bacon Cheeseburger, Kokanee- you
know, Health Food!
Hobbies:
Rock Ice Climbing, Mountaineering, Mountain Biking, Cross
Country Skiing, Snowshoeing.
Career:
Design Quality Assurance Engineer
Why Tri-Fusion? The Tri-Fusion
family. They are the nicest, most helpful people I've ever
met.
Name: Ronnie Crenshaw
Favorite
thing about triathlon: There is nothing cooler than
surrounding yourself with like minded people. The training
is not only body but mind as well, keeping you feeling and
acting young.
Favorite
race: Hagg Lake and Coeur d' Alene Ironman.
Top
workout: CDA Tri Bike Course.
Preferred training toy: My custom painted TREK (flames,
skulls) and my Garmin 305.
Eats:
Protein shakes, protein bars and Mexican food (pre-race fav)
Hobbies:
Throwing the ball for my yellow lab Sully, kayaking, ice
climbing, little projects around the house, P90X, playing
music (performing), and Drumming.
Career:
High school music teacher, Percussion clinician for Yamaha.
Why Tri-Fusion? I was looking for a
club that would push me as an Athlete. I have seen many
Tri-Fusion jerseys on the podiums and began to recognize the
quality of triathletes the club had and the amount of
support each member gave the other members at races and felt
drawn to that kind of atmosphere.
Name: Carrie Kiddoo
Favorite
thing about triathlon: I love the rush you get after
finishing. Knowing that all the hard work is paying off.
Favorite
race: YMCA plunge pedal plod, because family and friends can
be so involved.
Top
workout: Swimming.
Preferred training toy: My bike.
Eats:
Everything I shouldn't.
Hobbies:
Wakeboarding, skiing, drinking, shopping.
Career:
Mom to Isabella, wife to Nate.
Why Tri-Fusion? If you want to be
the best, then you should join the best!