The Mid-Atlantic 140.6 Training Camp is designed for both the first time athlete and the seasoned veteran training for an Ironman® distance triathlon.
Facilitated by 3 USAT-certified triathlon coaches who have all raced in the Ironman World Championship in Kona, this camp will provide you with the expert knowledge and practical skills to improve your performance in an Ironman triathlon.
Location: The triathlon camp will be headquartered at scenic Sherando Lake, Virginia near Waynesboro (adjacent to both the southern entrance of Skyline Drive and the northern entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway).
Cost: $395. Please add +$50 for onsite registration (if still available).
Attendance is limited to only 20 participants so sign up now to reserve your spot with a deposit! If reserving with a deposit, balance is due 30 days before the event.
Questions? Please see the FAQ below for answers to frequently asked questions or contact us.
The Mid-Atlantic 140.6 Training camp includes:
- A weekend of seminars, workouts and fun led by USAT-certified triathlon coaches who have all qualified for and competed at the Ironman World Championship in Kona.
- Seminars on open water swimming, race day strategy and logistics, nutrition and training.
- Ironman-specific workouts including open water swims, bike rides with SAG, BRICKs and trail runs with options for shorter or longer routes.
- Complimentary 24-week training plan.
- Presentation handouts and notebook to take home.
- "Goodie Bag" including technical camp t-shirt, Hammer Nutrition products and other product samples.
- All meals from Friday lunch to Sunday lunch.
- Access to inexpensive quality massage service at campsite.
Please note: Space at the group campsite is included in camp price (please bring your own tent). Other lodging options are available nearby.
Our expert coaching staff includes:
- David Glover, MS, USAT, USAC, CSCS (8:51 Ironman PR, pro triathlete from 2007-2009, author of Full Time and Sub-Nine)
- Krista Schultz, MEd, USAT, USAC, CSCS (Best of the U.S. 2006-2008, 1st Overall F25-29 Ironman China 2008)
- Kevin Kunkel, MA, USAT (Qualified for Kona in 2007, 3rd OA at Chesapeakeman 2008)
More questions? Please contact us or call David directly at: 703-431-3641.
Below are answers to some frequently asked questions:
- What are the minimum requirements to attend?
- What workout options will be available?
- Is food and lodging included in the cost of the camp?
- Where is Lake Sherando, VA?
- What is the schedule of events for the weekend?
Q: What are the minimum requirements to attend?
A: For safety reasons and to ensure that you are able to enjoy the full camp experience, we request that you:
- Have completed at least 1 complete season of triathlon training and racing.
- Be able to swim 1 mile, bike 60 miles and run 10 miles (not necessarily consecutively).
Q: What workout options will be available?
A: We'll offer two tracks of workouts to accommodate different levels of experience and training goals. You will always have the option to switch back and forth between tracks, skip out of a workout or cut short a workout as needed.
Novice track:
- Friday: 1mi swim, 60mi bike (4 hours), 2mi brick run
- Saturday: optional early swim, 100mi bike (7 hours), brick run optional
- Sunday: 10mi long trail run
Epic track:
- Friday: 1.5-2.0mi swim, 60+mi tough/hilly bike ride (4 hours), 5km brick run
- Saturday: optional early swim, 100-130mi bike (7-8 hours), optional 5km brick run
- Sunday: 1.5-2.0mi swim, 15mi trail run
Q: Is food and lodging included in the cost of the camp?
All food is included in the camp from Friday lunch through Sunday lunch. Space at the group campsite is included in camp price (please bring your own tent). Other lodging options are available nearby.
Q: Where is Lake Sherando, VA?
Lake Sherando is southwest of Waynesboro, VA near the Bridge Ridge Parkway in Jefferson National Forest.
Q: What is the schedule of events?
Tentative schedule for the Mid-Atlantic Ironman Training Camp is as follows:
| Day | Time | Event |
| Friday | 10 AM | Check in |
| 12 PM | Welcome and introductions | |
| 1 PM | Seminar: Training for an Ironman Race |
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| 2 PM | Group ride | |
| 6 PM | Dinner (Seminar: Nutrition) | |
| 8 PM | Free time | |
| Saturday | 7 AM | Breakfast |
| 8 AM | Open water swim (Seminar: Open Water Swimming) | |
| 10 AM | Group ride | |
| 12 PM | Lunch on the road | |
| 5 PM | Free time | |
| 6 PM | Dinner (Seminar: Mental Training) | |
| 8 PM | Free time | |
| Sunday | 7 AM | Breakfast |
| 8 AM | Open water swim | |
| 9 AM | Seminar: Race Day Strategy | |
| 10 AM | Long run | |
| 12 PM | Lunch | |
| 1 PM | Q&A, Wrap up | |
| 2 PM | Camp ends |
More questions? Please contact us or call David directly at: 703-431-3641.
