Ironfans!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kelly richards is another ironman again!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

So many rtb ironfans out today- awesome team support. Pretty cool

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Karen nolting, erin eronemo, brad williams ...ironmen

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

And Toby! He was in there too! Congrats toby :)

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Andy stezler *nd linda mcCandless are ironmen!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kathy Morrisson done done done!!!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Josh Adams killed it... 10:28. Ed clarke and Trev Dakan across...in 11+

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Swedberg and Madeoy

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Guess-Soo??

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

We've got kline-age

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kristin Betersdorf at mile 14+. I find her very attractive.

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Trev Dakan at mile 25 "I'm not having fun anymore" and yet he smiles. Soo-Hui at mile 12 and smiling

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Josh headed for the finish line- almost there!!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Seeing many Rtbers at the run turnaround heading out to lap 2.

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

RTB is raising some bar

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

The very handsome Bill Swedberg is through mile 95. :)

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kathy Morrisson thru 95

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Brad and toby through 95 and looking great.

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Through mile 95 are phil, josh, erin, ed, and andy.

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Phil through mile 95 looking great.

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Linda mcCandless back from higgins point

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Toby's back in town from higgins point turnaround on bike- anout 15 miles in

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Mark Madeoy is off. RTBers having a great day. Swimmers looked cold coming out

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Brad erin phil josh out of the water

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Jason morgan off the bike in france - nice!!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

IMG00427-20110626-0701.jpg

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

12 mins to start

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Waking up to find Jason Morgan swam a 55 in France. no shabbiness there!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Jason is away on the swim at 2011 I'm france

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Test!!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Look out Coeur d'Alene.... RTB is ready to raise some bar.

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Jason Morgan flying out today for Ironman France happening Sunday. Happy trails!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Athlete check-in at CDA. Whoop

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

VID 00047-20110624-1258

VID 00047-20110624-1258.3GP Watch on Posterous

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

IMCDA Team Photo 5:30 AM tomorrow at this shelter right across the path from the bike racks. Be there!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Meggie and Emily Dakan have been making signs!!!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Friday Night Swim Race Results Posted: http://www.weraisethebar.com/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Great start to the weekend with the Friday Night Swim Race... lots of pies, cinnamon rolls and cookies leaving Lake Meridian!

Thanks to all the volunteers, racers, supporters and Kent East Hill PT for their world famous BBQ! And best wishes to all those racing the rest of the weekend!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Today is the last day to register online for Friday's Swim Race- otherwise day of race registration on-site starting at 5 PM.

http://fridaynightswimraces.com/register.html

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Friday Forecast is for 70 degrees. This is good news for swimming and barbequing!!!

www.fridaynightswimraces.com

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

What RTB member Cliff Richards did this weekend! Maple Valley Days Parade Bubble Blower Extraordinaire!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Best Wishes to all racing this weekend! Let us know where you are racing by posting here!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

June 17 Friday Night Swim Race Fee Increases Tonight at 11:55 PM!! Register today for lowest price!

http://fridaynightswimraces.com/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Last chance to purchase your IronFan shirts for Ironman Support Today!

https://www.weraisethebar.com/rtbstore/category/ironfan-support-shirts/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kathy G is done! !!!

--
Kathy Morrisson
Raise the Bar
Team Manager, Director of Athlete Services
weraisethebar.com

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kristine's time: 6:33.11! Hard fought. Toes are bleeding.

--
Kathy Morrisson
Raise the Bar
Team Manager, Director of Athlete Services
weraisethebar.com

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kristine is done! Very HOT!

--
Kathy Morrisson
Raise the Bar
Team Manager, Director of Athlete Services
weraisethebar.com

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

News from Oliver... both girls are on the run... Kristine 5 minutes ahead of Kathy.... both very happy to be off the bike and it is warmer but there is a slight breeze!

--
Kathy Morrisson
Raise the Bar
Team Manager, Director of Athlete Services

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Updates from the Oliver Half Iron where Kathy Gendreau and Kristine Kloepfer are racing today...

1000 athletes racing today in the beautiful high desert in Canada. Both Kathy G and Kristine have finished their swim and are on the bike. The course includes a two loop bike and two loop run! Thanks Lisa Gerard for the updates!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

RTB Uniforms are arrived! Let the sorting begin!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Northwest Tri & Bike Grand Opening 6/11-6/12

Special Discounts, Free giveaways including a bike fit, tune-up, Profile Wetsuit, and more.   Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-4.  

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

RTB Beginning Tri Class Tonight in Seattle for Seafair

Tuesday, May 31 | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Lake Union Discovery Center - 101 Westlake Ave. N. (Across From Whole Foods)
Admission | Free

Seafair, Group Health and We Raise the Bar are teaming up to provide a triathlon class geared towards the beginning triathlete. Along with a comprehensive session on triathlon gear, training, and what to expect on race day, experts will review the Seafair Triathlon Course. Giving participants and curious triathletes a glimpse of the sprint & Olympic distance triathlon, perfect for beginners! Open to everyone! New in 2011 Seafair will also unveil a brand new 8 week training program, courtesy of Group Health, free to all triathletes!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

SHOUT OUT to Deputy Broderson from the Lake Meridian Tri

Some of you might remember Deputy Broderson as the STUD cop who arrested a truck driver harassing athletes at the Lake Meridian Triathlon last year. Broderson went over his bars on a ride earlier this week and ended up breaking his femur.  OWWWWwwwwww.    The RTB family wishes our comrade a very speedy recovery!!! 

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Fight Heart Disease with a Daily Click!!

Vote for the Hope Heart Institute’s “Kids Take Heart” program and help them educate our youth about living long, healthy lives. 

http://tinyurl.com/3umenzo

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

See you all tonight at 7 PM for the Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes Presentation... Kent Senior Citizen Center.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Best Wishes RTBer Sarah Lynch at Ironman Texas!!! YEE-HAW!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Raise the Bar Uniform Order Update

Voler is on schedule to ship on or before May 31. They take 2-3 days to ship and we will get them sorted quickly and ready for pick up (or shipping if you paid for that). We will keep you posted!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Sports Nutrition Presentation TOMORROW- FREE- ALL INVITED- 7 PM, Kent Senior Citizen Center

You do not need to be a member of Raise the Bar to attend. The information will be on what to do before, during and after exercise. RSVP kathy@weraisethebar.com or just show up tomorrow!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Northwest Tri & Bike Open for Business! Go see 'em!!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Performance Fueling for the Endurance Athlete Presentation- Thursday 7 PM Kent Senior Citizen Center

This presentation is FREE and Monique Ryan will be speaking. She is nationally recognized Sports Nutritionist. Monique will be speaking specifically on the topic of sports nutrition for endurance athletes, covering such topics as hydration, and fueling before, during and after training, as well as optimal recovery between training sessions. RSVP kathy@weraisethebar.com

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Bike and/or Run at Whitney Bridge 8 AM Saturday

The weather looks like 60% chance of no rain (glass half full weather report) but bring both your bike and running shoes and if you do not want to ride due to the weather, you can still run/walk. There is a lovely run from Whitney Bridge into Flaming Geyser Park. And if you ride and want to follow with a run/walk, that works too. This is a no drop ride, some route options here: http://www.calendarwiz.com/calendars/calendar.php?crd=rtbcalendar&&jsenabled=...

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Good Stuff at REI Seattle at 7 - "Conquering your Endurance event". Come hang out with Cycleution and RTB.

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

3 spots left in the Bike Maintenance Class- HANDS IN- BRAKES, DERAILLEURS etc... Use the link below to register for $30

http://www.weraisethebar.com/2011/05/04/bike-maintenance-class/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Happy Mother's Day RTB moms!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Looking great Brian :) you too tracy!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Congratulations Brian!!!Finished in just over 11 hours.WOWEE. So happy for you!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Was looking stronger at mile 7 30 minutes ago. missed that text..oops!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Tracy and Jenny in the Utah sunshine!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Brian's a mile into the run and looking strong.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Brian is out of the water and on the bike. First 5 miles are UPhill....then again most of the course is uphill...

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

GO BRIAN

Ironman St. George is kicking off.  Go Brian! Pic of swim course.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

6AM start Pacific tme for Brian's Ironman St George. I'll be up!! Who else??

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Raise the Bar Members- there is still room in the FREE swim tomorrow in Enumclaw. Email Kathy if you want a spot.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

May 12 Bike Maintenance Class - Click here!

http://www.weraisethebar.com/2011/05/04/bike-maintenance-class/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Hands-on Bike Maintenance Class - only 8 slots available. May 12

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Entries to Multisports's most gravity-friendly race are half off tomorrow only!

It drops 7000+ feet…do you even have to train for this one???  www.summitplummet.com

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Brother Craig Nelson -

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

The dazzling smile of Kathy Morrisson

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Ken Pinchiff :)

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Gene Partridge finishing strong

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Marie Hansen 3rd chick overall in retro RTB gear

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Kelvin @ Mt. Rainier Du. Go!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Lots of Racing this weekend for RTB!

Raise the Bar members can be found racing at Big Sur Marathon, Tacoma Marathon and Half, Bloomsday, Mount Rainier Duathlon and the Eugene Marathon! Best wishes to you all! (And to any other race we might have missed!)

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

This morning's flat no-drop super fun bike ride. Same time next week!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Reminder that the Tri Basics Class is Tonight at Kent Road Runner Sport 6:30 PM. FREE and open to all!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

New Swim Session starts next week- Sign up here: http://www.weraisethebar.com/training/regular-workouts/coached-swim-workouts/

Openings on Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 AM Covington Aquatic Center, Tuesday 8 PM Mount Rainier Pool, Wednesday 7:30 PM Covington Aquatic Center. Session ends June 16.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Raise the Bar in the Seattle Times "Bicycling this spring — for a better body this summer"

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/outdoors/2014824360_nwwpatania21.html?c...
Thanks Vince for pointing this out to us!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Beginner Triathlon Class Next Tuesday 6:30 PM at Road Runner Sport- FREE

Raise the Bar invites all new or newer Triathletes are welcome to come find out more about the sport, training and racing.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Great video on Drills for High-Elbow catch

http://www.theraceclub.net/videos/secret-tip-how-to-pull-underwater-drills/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

PK has finished the Boston Marathon!!! 4:09:51!! WOO HOO!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Patti Krebsbach is in her final miles of the Boston Marathon! CHEER FOR HER!!! GO PK GO!

Ericka Schlecht's husband has finished the Boston Marathon at a time of 3:31:42! Way to go Mike! And if you are not following, today's race had the world's fastest marathon time posted in the men's race with a 2:03:02. (It will not be counted as a world record as Boston is not a record eligible course).

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Torchlight run registration on sale ($15) today only! (April 18)

http://www.seafair.com/news.aspx?ID=39&Mon=4&Yr=2011

Seafair Torchlight Run

Saturday, July 30 | Seattle Center | 6:30 pm

Discounted registration starts at 9 am.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Rubber band Swimming at the advanced tech class

VID 00021-20110416-0827.3GP Watch on Posterous

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Great Learning Opportunity on Wednesday, April 20 at Kent Easthill Physical Therapy.

If you have ever been injured, you know how hard it can be to continue your training. Dr. Jason Brayley will be onhand on Wednesday to talk about Common Injuries and Treatment for Endurance Athletes. If you have not been injured, Dr. Brayley will share some insight and how to keep it that way! RSVP to kathy@weraisethebar.com so we can have a chair out for you. More details: http://www.weraisethebar.com/2011/04/11/1088/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Advanced Swim Technique Class Saturday, April 16- This class will help you improve your stroke!!

Join Raise the Bar swim coaches for help with your freestyle technique. You do not need to be an advanced swimmer, you just need to want to be an advanced swimmer! More details: http://www.weraisethebar.com/training/classes-programs/

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Rudy Project official Eyewear and Helmet sponsor of the Lake Meridian and the Summit Plummet Triathlons

We’re excited to welcome Rudy Project as the official eyewear and helmet sponsor of the Lake Meridian Tri and the Summit Plummet.  All participants in each race will receive a coupon for 30% off purchases and the male and female winners of each race will receive a free pair of Rudy Project Sunglasses valued at $175.   They’re also donating a free pair of sunglasses and a helmet to be raffled off at the Hope Heart Institute booth on race day.  Visit Rudy Project online at www.rudyprojectusa.com and become their friend of Facebook at www.facebook.com/rudyproject.

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Hey Dagmar Fronek! Happy Birthday beautiful!

Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Hey Chris Hall!!! HAPPY 50TH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That half century looks GOOD on you!!!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous

Best Wishes to all those doing the Yakima Canyon Marathon this weekend....

Post if you are doing the race! And let us know if any RTBers are racing elsewhere this weekend, it is hard to track all those races. We are sure you are logging onto the members only site and posting your results too :)!

Posted via email from raisethebar's posterous