Summer '11 Expo - Seminar Schedule
Expo Seminars & Clinics
In the Expo Seminar Room
SATURDAY, APRIL 16
12-12:45pm BICYCLING: Proper Bike Fit & Positioning for Maximum Performance & comfort. Expert overview from a certified technician and ten-time Ironman Lake Placid finisher for novice to elite riders & triathletes. Brian Delaney, High Peaks Cyclery in Lake Placid.
1-1:45pm HIKING: “End to End” – Adirondack Photographs by Bill Ingersoll. Featuring images from one of the Adirondacks’ premier hiking routes, the Northville-Placid Trail. Bill recently hiked the NPT through the heart of the Adirondacks, and will be sharing photos and stories from this adventure. Bill Ingersoll of Barneveld, author of Discover the Adirondacks… guidebooks and Adirondack Sports & Fitness contributing writer.
2-2:45pm PADDLING: What’s New in Paddling: Stand Up Paddleboards, Pedal Drives, Fishing Kayaks & More. This year more than ever, the paddle sports industry has varied offerings whether out for an hour or out for a day, from touring and exploring to fishing and fitness. This session is a guide to the “right boat for the job” – canoe, kayak, specialty and equipment selection. Bring your questions! Ike Wolgin, Lake George Kayak Company in Bolton Landing.
3-3:45 HIKING & PADDLING: Short, Family-Friendly Walks, Paddles, History Hikes & Adventures in the Capital, Saratoga & Lake George Region. Russell Dunn & Barbara Delaney of Albany, licensed guides and authors of Trails with Tales: History Hikes through the Capital Region; Adirondack Trails with Tales: History Hikes through the Adirondack Park, and more.
4-4:45pm TRIATHLON: Training for Success in Sprint, Olympic and Half Distance Triathlons. This session will cover technical insight on physically training and mentally preparing for each event. John will present tips, plans and will answer your questions. John Slyer, certified USAT triathlon and swimming coach, youth camp director at SKYHIGH Adventures, and five-time Ironman Lake Placid finisher. John Slyer, SKYHIGH Adventures.
SUNDAY, APRIL 17
12-12:45pm RUNNING & WALKING: ChiRunning & ChiWalking. Does a simple walk tire you? Are you afraid to run because of past injuries? Want to get moving but don’t know how? Attend this interactive seminar to learn how ChiWalking and ChiRunning techniques, based on the principles of Tai Chi, can help you run or walk with increased energy efficiency and fewer injuries. Discover how focusing on your posture and relaxing your limbs can give you a burst of energy, without that post-workout slump. Ann Margaret McKillop, My Fitness Recovery: ChiRunning & ChiWalking.
1-1:45pm “The FOURTH DISCIPLINE of Triathlon: The FINE details of executing phenomenal transitions.” Coach Crossman, known for having some of the best transitions, will share all his secrets and tips to improving your transitions. Since 2005, Kevin Crossman has been a USAT Level 1 certified triathlon coach, who has proven results with athletes at all distances and ages. His fun & creative workouts make the everyday triathlete enjoy life to the fullest. Coach Kevin has been very successful in his own career compiling over ten USAT sanctioned podiums & a two-time USAT All-American.
2-2:45 RUNNING: Tips on Preparing and Training for Running Your First Half-Marathon, Marathon or Ultra Marathon. Jim will cover weekend long runs, speedwork and hill repeats, and training plans to help you to the finish line. Jim Thomas of East Greenbush is the coach for HMRRC’s Mohawk Hudson River Marathon & Half-Marathon Training Program. He’s the first person in Capital District to become a 50-stater from 1998 to 2003. Jim has completed 93 marathons including four JFK 50-Mile ultra marathons, and he’s a prostate cancer survivor.
