Learning tricks from a pro
It was a great afternoon at Landry’s yesterday when pro-triathlete Dede Griesbauer came and spoke to us for 2 hours!! She gave us her list of 10 things she has learned from being a pro and they were all accompanied by great anecdotal stories. She was a great storyteller, very down-to-earth, and inspiring! She answered tons of questions from our inquiring minds and graciously posed for pictures.
Splish, Splash…it’s Swim Practice!
Last Thursday marked the beginning of swim practice and if you weren’t there we certainly missed you! Coach Tony had us swimming our paces up and down the lanes of the Condon Pool in South Boston giving us a great workout. Here are some photos, though it’s hard to tell who’s who with all the caps and goggles. 
Sweat, track, and NO tears!
There’s no crying in indoor track! :) It was all smiles this past Wednesday as we started indoor track at MIT. Here and the pictures to prove it!
Great 1st Indoor Track Practice!
What a great, first indoor track practice tonight!
Coach Tony led us in 12x200m repeats on MIT’s indoor track. Everyone set their pace and off we went. The track was a little crowded with other teams, but that didn’t stop any of us and we all got in a great workout! This is going to be a great season of indoor track! It’s not too late to join us either…contact Coach Tony for a drop-in punch card so you can come run on a warm, dry track with us! Cost for the punch card? 3 sessions for $20 or 7 sessions for $40
We’re now on Google!!
Well the time has come to say goodbye to our Yahoo listserv. It has served us well (no pun intended) over the last several years, but we felt it was time to move on to another platform. So, to all current members, and to those that want to join our wonderful team, come find us on Google. Just search for Team EnVision in Google Groups and request to join the new listserv! And while you’re at it don’t forget to add your name to our email list here on our website and be notified of all new posts…don’t miss a thing that happens with TE!
Membership is now open for the 2012 season…come join us for another season of great swimming, biking, running, and of course, FUN!
TE joins Hub on Wheels!
Last Sunday, September 25th, eight ladies of Team EnVision joined the thousands of bikers for the 7th annual Hub on Wheels. The event has three different routes…10, 30, or 50-miles… that takes riders through Boston neighborhoods and allows you to ride on the legendary Storrow Drive…what thrill that was! We all chose the 30-miler and although myself (Rachel) and Kristen experienced a crash (or two) we all had a great time.
Title 9 closes out the season…
Last weekend the women of TE represented at Title 9 at Hopkinton State Park, another great race put on by Max Performance. We had three women racing…Amy Wong, Ruth Tannert and Laurie Ellis…and a whopping 12 people volunteering!! Many thanks to all the family members, spouses and significant others that helped out as well…we couldn’t have done it without you. We finished off the day with a wonderful BBQ party, enjoying great food and having some laughs. We were all so busy that there were only a few precious photos taken, but be assured a good time was had by all.
Highlights:
Laurie Ellis – 1st place in the swim finishing the 1/4 mile in 7:50…way to go!! Also, finished 4th in her AG45-49…awesome!
Ruth Tannert – Finished 5th in her AG50-54. Awesome job…really finishing her newbie season strong!
Amy Wong – Had a great race…looked awesome on the run!
Sharon Tri didn’t rain us out!
We braved a rainy start, a choppy swim on the lake and wet roads, and we all had great races on Sunday. But, two of our amazing women racing had incredible races and placed in the top of their age groups!!
2nd Place – Age Group 45-49
Laurie Ellis
3rd Place – Age Group 50-54
Ruth Tannert
Congratulations to both of you for amazing races!! Job well done!!
Many thanks to all the photography contributions that made this post possible. We don’t care that they were “taken in the rain”, “I wasn’t using the zoom lens.”, “They might not be good.”, and “It was taken with my phone.” We all love the pictures…don’t worry.
Celebratory Ironwomyn Dinner
Having completed her first 140.6 (Vineman Ironman), Kristi Paradis, was treated to a dinner out last weekend by a bunch of the TE crew. The night was made complete by hearing Kristi’s stories (take out the abs!), chatting, and of course dessert. Can’t wait for the next get-together ladies!!
MA State Photos
MA State race day photos are finally here!!! Proof of what a great day of racing the TE ladies really had. :)
Captain’s Pond Swim Race Photos
It was a stormy Saturday morning as 5 TE members drove north to New Hampshire to participate in Max Performance’s Captain’s Pond Swim Race. The storms cleared in time for us all to race and prove our mettle. Fears were banished, confidence was boosted, and a good time was had by all. Plus, two BIG hoorays go out….one to Laurie for placing 1st in her age group for the mile swim and 9th overall!!! Another goes out to Amy for placing 1st in her age group for the 1/3 mile swim!!! What a great day for TE!!
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- A little blurry, but here comes Rachel through the chute.
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- All smiles before racing!
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- Kelly and Rachel demonstrate techniques for getting into their wetsuits
Training Weekend – May 20-22, 2011
This year we chose a new location for our annual training weekend – the beautiful campus of the University of New England, located in Biddeford, ME. The accommodations were spacious and we had access to great riding and running routes right outside our front door. And for swimming? We had incredible access to both UNE and the YMCA in Freeport; both pools were immaculate and a joy to swim in. It was a great weekend of training, eating, laughing and bonding with teammates. What a great way to start the season!
Escape the Cape – June 4, 2011
Six women ventured down towards the Cape to the beautiful Onset Bay for a wonderful day of racing and camaraderie. Incredible finishes were turned in by Becky, who finished 4th in her age group, having been beaten out of a medal by a last minute sprint at the finish; Allison, who completed her first triathlon ever and with an ocean swim no less; Kelly, who was fleet-footed despite having achilles-tendonitis; and another 1st place finish in the women’s relay team category by Rachel, Kristen, and Jenn (also competing in her first triathlon ever!). It was a wonderful day and great to share it with such great teammates and supportive family/partners who came too!
NE Season Opener – May 8, 2011
It was a chilly Mother’s Day, but four women braved the weather to start their season off at the New England Season Opener held at Hopkinton State Park. Mona had a great race and the relay team of Rachel, Becky and Amy won first place in the women’s relay division! Great job ladies!
Gloucester Sprint Tri
Team EnVision relays – the” TE Ladies” and the “TE Dames” – posted scintillating performances at the Gloucester Fisherman’s Memorial Sprint Triathlon on Sunday, August 8.
Gloucester Sprint Tri 2010
Kristi biking intensely
Go TE!
Kelly's blazing finish
Splashes and Smiles
An intrepid group of TE members braved the waves at Nantasket on Saturday, July 31st. Swimming in the ocean may leave a salty taste in your mouth, but it sure helps build confidence in open water! The last team swim of the season is Thursday, August 19, at Walden Pond. 
Pictures from Hyannis Sprint
Heather Fishman took some great pictures at the recent Hyannis Sprint. Thanks Heather!
Jenny Harvey took some great pictures at the recent Hyannis Sprint as well. Thanks Jenny!
