Coveathlon

Heartbreaking news from our friends Renegade Racing. They have touched ALL of our lives by producing events that were magical, fun, challenging and always filled with enthusiasm and pure passion. There’s a huge hole in the OC racing community without RR. Thank you for always supporting Coveathlon and teaching us how to do it right. We love you .

Great pointers for newbies and reminders for the veteran racers!

This injury is a B****! Thanks for the helpful tips Grant Frost

Don't miss the last FB Live edition of Soup Can Swim Practice tomorrow (BIG WEDNESDAY) at 6:30am PST. Soup Can Practice will SWIM to a new location starting Friday, May 1st. Join the practice to learn the new location with Michael Collins... #quarantineswim #soupcanswimming #letsswim

This is a great opportunity for athletes new to Triathlon . Fearless Endurance coached by Ingrid Loos Miller is offering a Covid-Safe Triathlon Training Program. Get coached workouts while training for a Private team race. Contact Ingrid Loos Miller if interested

Injuries don’t ignore COVID thanks Laguna Orthopedic Rehabilitation for round of self care exercises

Helpful exercises by PT Grant Frost in watermelon boxer shorts ~ double WIN! Thanks Laguna Orthopedic Rehabilitation team

Monday's edition of Soup Can Swim Practice by coach Michael Collins

Banana pudding, Cheesecake + Chia Pudding? Check out the low calorie dessert options with fiber, protein and anti-inflammatory benefits. YUM-OH!

Tune in Tuesday, 4/21 at 5:30pm to Better Together from a Distance 2: Share the love not the virus for a Facebook LIVE run/bike/run workout coached by Sherry Boston Rennard

Thanks for another edition of Soup Can Swimming Michael Collins its a great way to keep your swim fitness!

With all the solo training we are doing, take advantage of this deep Road ID discount. You can get a Road ID on your watchband since pretty much all Triathletes wear their watches EVERYWHERE. We are HIGHLY recommending to get one. If something happens, you want emergency personnel to have your contact info immediately. Road ID is running a really good sale today until midnight. https://www.roadid.com/

Join us next Tuesday, April 21st at 5:30pm for the Facebook LIVE run/bike/run brick session with Sherry Boston Rennard. Tune in at Better Together from a Distance 2: Share the love not the virus for more details.

Simple tips to relieve headaches... you’ll be surprised by the Tip #1.

Listen up Quick video highlighting healthy items to have on hand in your pantry. Thanks Melissa A. Mathes/ Total Nutrition Counseling longtime Cove sponsor!

Learn 3 simple pointers to help reduce open water anxiety. Our fav takeaway: Keep legs quiet. Listen in // thanks coach Ingrid Loos Miller #lifeaftercorona... #bettertogether See more

Thanks Total Nutrition Counseling for the healthy shopping tips!

Check out another 5 min fix from Dynamic Touch Massage explaining how OTC creams help distract our brains from pain.

We are isolation camp for another month, so we've created Part 2 - Better Together from a Distance that runs until the end of April. Say your Going! Share and Invite friends & groups!... Watch DAILY videos and LIVE broadcasts from local certified swim/bike/run coaches, massage therapists, PT's nutritionists and others in the community to keep us moving, fit and connected. ** Although the event dates say 4/16 - 4/30, this event is now LIVE until end of April. FB will only allow events to last up to 2 weeks **

Let's talk POOP :-) The topic is explained with finesse. Thanks Dynamic Touch Massage/ Kathy Flippin

Can’t wait until we’re back together sharing high-fives, booty slaps, hugs and race side by side. In honor of missing our closeness, lets kickoff @coveathlon with 1 MASS swim start to celebrate #lifeaftercorona . .... #beclose #bettertogether #communityrace #covecrew #hotcorner #massswimstart #hugs #highfives #bootyslaps #swimrunrepeat See more

Tune in at 3pm today and treat your shoulders to a massage from Kathy Flippin.

Monday's middle distance Soup Can Swim Practice lead by Coach @Michael Collins.

Check out Julia Juliusson's video at our community event: Better Together from a Distance: Share the love not the virus We all need to TAKE 5 and do these simple prep for running exercises to activate our feet, core and mind. #bettertogether... #ShareTheLoveNotTheVirus See more

Soup Can Swim Practice coached by Michael Collins. It was a good swim challenge and only take 20 mins. #BetterTogetherFromADistance #soupcanswim

Ride outdoors or inside? Read the post from Bike Legal to understand the Pros and Cons.

Check out a few self care tips from Kathy Flippin, owner of Dynamic Touch Massage and massage therapist with the US Olympic Swim Team.

Great line-up today at our virtual community event Better Together from a Distance: Share the love not the virus. Coach Ingrid Loos Miller of Fearless Endurance Triathlon Club and Coaching shares the best way to reduce anxiety. Just love how Ingrid is keeping the Tri dream alive presenting in her Tri kit. #Coveathlon ready

Check out today's run form tips from Michael Collins at Better Together from a Distance: Share the love not the virus event. You can practice the drills at home. #bettertogether #sharetheloveNOTthevirus

Thanks Erica Roselius for sharing 6 tips for dealing with stressful and emotional eating.

Thanks Michelle Reggiani Dinsdale for sharing 5 simple tips to help us optimize our sleep. Tune in to Better Together from a Distance: Share the love not the virus and let's stay healthy and connected

Pure Ride Cycles offering virtual bike trainer workout. First one kicks off at 5:30 tonight

Another great training tip to keep our swim muscles moving. Soup can swimming demo by Nova Masters Swimming coach Mike Collins. Check it out!

Thanks for the pointers Pure Ride Cycles! Indoor hydration is on point! Stay tuned for more live feeds in the Better Together Community Event!

Support your local retailer and our Cove partner! Fleet Feet Laguna Niguel is OPEN for business and taking all the required precautions for safe in-store shopping. You can also call the store, place your order and they will provide curbside pickup. Call 949-481-6491 to order or shop online at www.fleetfeet.com We need to support our small businesses MORE THAN EVER.

Thanks to Bike Legal for the up-to-date info about coverage if we get hit on our bikes by a Uninsured/ Underinsured driver. Take a few minutes to review your auto policy to verify you are covered in the event of a bike accident.

A high-five, booty slap WELCOME to @fleetfeetln joining @coveathlon as a new sponsor . Owners @runsocalkerri & @marchionnijr.vinny raced Cove last year. They saw the FUN we have on Thursday nights . We have BIG plans with Fleet Feet, starting with @on_running shoes to demo at the 1st Cove clinic @newportdunes on 4/16. More details to come . Get to know the friendly @fleetfeetln staff // follow on insta join their weekly runs or shop for your next ...pair of running shoes. They are the Pros . . #covesummerraceseries #seriessponsor #FFLNcrew #coveclinic #onrunning #covecrew #nosharksinthebay See more

The Wait Is OVER Cove 2020 Series Pass and Single Race Registration is NOW OPEN. Come join in on the COOLEST summer race series around @newportdunes. Be ready for cow bells, high-fives and gorgeous summer sunsets . ... We’ve got a variety of race options: swim+run, swim only, run only and relays! Spend your Thursday nights with the FAB #covecrew, our Tri community & hangout with our amazing Cove sponsors Registration, race details and summer schedule on our website. link in profile . . #cove2020 #CoveON #swimrunfun #communityrace #teamcompetition #teampoints #bluecooler #covecrew #covemom #hotcorner #bootyslaps #newportdunes #sponsorlove #nosharksinthebay @natworking1

Pool Open Water Clinic #1 (POW) is happening this Sunday at Woollett Aquatic Center in Irvine lead by @novamastersswimming coach Mike Collins, @fearlessendurance coach Ingrid Miller, @lexiekellyswim and @coveathlon RD @natworking1. POW Skills Clinic is REQUIRED if you plan to join the FREE Open Water Swim Practices starting this Spring // offered every other Thursday & Sunday morning . This is a hands-on clinic so be ready to learn & practice OWS skills in an e...asier environment before hitting the open water. To register and review POW #1 details, go to www.novamasters.com For further info or questions, message us here. . . #pow4ows #pow1 #OWSprogram #ocseals #communityOWS @natworking1

Welcoming back Merrill Lynch as one of our FABULOUS @coveathlon 2020 sponsors. They jumped into the #swimrunfun last year and now hooked . Pete & Taryn are Merrill wealth management business partners & share a lively competitive spirit. We are cheering ON Taryn in her quest to #beatpete Be on the look out for heated racing between these two . Don’t be shy & get to know them, Pete & Taryn are experts at helping achieve financial wellness for our heal...thy mind, body & wallet. Counting down to registration next week . . #merrill #financialwellness #healthywallet #healthymind #healthybody #sponsorlove #hotcorner #covecrew #nosharksinthebay #beatpete @natworking1

Honk! Honk! Check out our @coveathlon cargo van . We finally have peace of mind our race vehicle will start up + hold all race equipment. We donated the old Cove truck to someone who didn’t have a car and couldn’t afford one. Paying it forward really... because the Cove truck was originally donated to us to help get us started at @newportdunes. ... By you racing with us, we can also help others. Thank you! Cove 2020 registration opens next month . . . #payitforward #covesummerraceseries #swimrunfun #hotcorner #covecrew #communityrace #covevan #honkhonk #nosharksinthebay @natworking1

A high-five, welcome back booty slap to @lorptclinic returns as our 2020 Title Sponsor for the 3rd year. We are STOKED to have LOR Physical Therapy crew back helping our athletes prevent and treat injuries, offer dynamic race prep, race tape, run analysis & sooo much more +++ their ice chest is always full with post hydration#winning. Be on the look out, registration OPENS in February. ... . . #covesummerraceseries #titlesponsor #LORcrew #covecrew #swimrunfun #backbay #communityrace #hotcorner #nosharksinthebay See more

Come for the race, stay for the cool expo, swag, pet parade, food and much more! @elfyourself_5k in Lake Forest is a great community event// and we LOVE family friendly events . Register here: https://www.active.com//3rd-annual-lake-forest-chamber-5k-... BY 11/28 and use our discount code: COVE to save $5.00 Ho! Ho! Ho! . . #elfyourself #covecode #walkrunskip #petparade #swag #lakeforestcachamber #candycanelane #familyfun #charityrace

@coveathlon 2020 Summer Race Schedule is SET . Mark your calendars// spend Thursday nights #swimrunfun with us . You’ll experience the coolest grassroots race with speedos, cheers and booty slaps . Registration opens EARLY 2020. . .... #cove2020 #covecrew #hotcorner #racelocal #swimrunfun #covemom #happyhour #getsalty #nosharksinthebay See more

We hear the swag is pretty awesome + the funds raised goes to local charities! Get registered and SAVE $5 bucks: https://www.active.com//3rd-annual-lake-forest-chamber-5k-... Use discount code: COVE for $5 off!

Nice throwback pic Heidi ~ the Cove collectors mug! Glad to see it's still IPA worthy #nosharksinthebay #covefun #getsalty

For those that missed the Awards Banquet, here’s a recap of the BIG winners Team Competition: Large Club Division... 1st - Nova/MSOC 2nd - Bike Legal/NCTT 3rd - Strive Omni Sport Small Club Division 1st - South Coast Roadrunners 2nd - SBR Coaching 3rd - Fearless Endurance Overall Male Series Champ: Max Biessmann Overall Female Series Champ: Marta Meinardi Top 3 in each Age Group won Cove Medals. Check winners on Results tab @ www.coveathlon.com 1st place AG winners also won a Free Series pass to Cove 2020 Recognition Awards Most Inspirational Family! - Magen McKie Isip & Family Most Inspirational Athlete! - Jimena Santibañez Best Comeback! - Lisa Ghareeb Stelly Most Improved! - Pete Henziak - Patricia Marie Gillespie Best bday Cake Drop! - Natalie Barrad If you did all 6 races, you earned a COVETED Complete Finisher Long-sleeve Tee. CONGRATS to all the winners!!! Message us to get your Cove swag

More photos and videos covering Cove #6 series finale!!

Thanks for the great race pics Torres Adam

Cove 2019 summer race series is a WRAP its been such a positive life changing experience in every way. A BIG thanks to our AMAZING sponsors, coaches, teams and athletes that made our local race the COOLEST place to hang out on Thursday nights . .... #covecrew #holycakedrop #coverocks #racelocal #hotcorner #covemom #swimrunfun #communityrace #nosharksinthebay @natworking1 @ Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort See more

Cove 2019 summer race series is a WRAP its been such a positive life changing experience in every possible way. A BIG thanks to our AMAZING sponsors, coaches, teams and athletes that made our local race the COOLEST place to hang out on Thursday nights . .... #covecrew #holycakedrop #coverocks #racelocal #hotcorner #covemom #swimrunfun #communityrace #nosharksinthebay @natworking1 @ Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort See more

#CoveCrew is READY to wrap up our #swimrunfun race tomorrow at @newportdunes Cove #6 is the Series Finale and points are DOUBLED// the is on in a few tight Age Groups . Online race registration is open until 6pm TONIGHT. On-site reg opens tomm at 4:30ish until 6pm (costs more) Race starts at 6:30pm. Awards banquet is SOLD OUT. If you purchased a banquet tix or your a Series Pass holder, get your party wristband near race checkin table... Come Cove with Us . . #swimrunfun #happyhourracing #hotcorner #bluecooler #safetyboss #thegeneral #covemom #covecrew #nosharksinthebay @natworking1

We wrap up the Summer Series THIS Thursday with Cove #6 !!! Get registered at www.coveathlon.com for the race// you can also buy you awards banquet tickets. You do not need a banquet ticket to race. Come Cove with US!

Shenanigans and more at Cove #5 is the BEST way to spend a Thursday night! + for the active community is what we love to do. Join us next Thursday for our SERIES FINALE Cove #6 followed by end of series awards banquet. Race reg and banquet tixs avail online. Clickable link in bio. . .... #swimrunfun #covecrew #hotcorner #coveathlon #raceparty #finishlinefun #seriesparty @natworking1 See more

Pure Awesome!! Thanks for the pics Pure Ride Cycles!

Who’s ready to COVE?!?! #5 tonight and it’s gonna be ROCKING. We are racing out of Pavilion A again & tweaked the women’s waves to balance out the size, no changes to the dudesUpdated waves will be posted at race checkin and around transition area. Race check in & onsite reg table opens at 4:30-6pm or until we hit capacity. Race starts at 6:30pm.... Come experience the coolest & most HIP finish line w/ and booty slaps . Welcome to the Cove Happy Hour . . . #swimrunfun #covecrew #hotcorner #LORPT#pureridecycles #bikelegal #resiliencecbd #sariolcycling #merrill #PRXsportscare #TNC #primerica @natworking1

HOT OFF THE PRESS Updated women's swim waves + Pav A #swimrunfun

We are at it again this Thursday at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort for #swimrunfun. We've been close to hitting max capacity! To secure a spot at the start line register online at www.coveathlon.com to get in on all the racing action! Online registration closes Wednesday at 6pm.... #covecrew #hotcorner #onthursdaysweCOVE See more

#throwbackthursday to @coveathlon #4. We sure know how to throw a RACE PARTY . NO Cove tonight but back to #swimrunfun 8/1 for Cove #5. Thanks for making Cove part of your summer. ... credits//Cove racers. . . #covecrew #hotcorner #recoveryweek #lorphysicaltherapy #sariolcycling #resiliencecbd #merrilllynch #performanceRX #pureridecycles #totalnutritioncounseling #primerica @natworking1 @ Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort See more

How do you conquer the dreaded Swimming in a PACK?! Make good decisions in advance and "giddy-up" are just a few from and swim coach Stephanie at Surge Swim Method. READ ON

We love awesome sponsors, esp ones that offer killer products w/discounts @resiliencecbd is offering a 15% discount off all products until end of series. Resilience will help increase your mental and physical stamina, reduce inflammation and help your bod’s natural recovery process. @resiliencemike is at every Cove with samples to try before & after racing. Our fav is the CBD Sports Cream. Fresh mint scented for instant cooling & heating sensation (aaahhh relief) and targ...ets our pain points. Resilience’s organic, premium CBD products are avail in gummies, oils, sports creams and lotions. % THC-free and non-psychoactive. Shop at www.resiliencecbd.com Discount code: COVE2019 expires 8/8/19 . . #resiliencecbd #riseup #weareresilience #cbdsportscream #everydayathlete #recoverfromsoreness #coveraceseries @natworking1 @resiliencecbd

Thanks for the sports reporting Race World Media! Love having you #swimrun with us!

We ROCKED the Dunes at Cove #4 Even got our beloved Superman to race in his cape . We were bursting with energy with another huge turnout. We are loving it! @coveathlon is on break next week but back on 8/1 for Cove #5. We wrap up the summer series on 8/8 with Cove #6 our final race followed by the awards dinner banquet. Banquet tickets on sale next week. ... Enjoy the Cove recovery week & thanks for supporting our homegrown, local grassroots race . . . #swimrunfun #covecrew #grassroots #hotcorner #lagunaorthopt #sariolcycling #pureridecycles #merrilllynch #resiliencecbd #primerica #PRXsportscare #totalnutritioncounseling #hümagel #Tailwind nutrition @natworking1 @ Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort

Hello SBR Coaching! You guys know how to throw a post race party!

Thanks for coming out to Cove #4 TriLaVie!!

On Thursdays We Cove! Cove #4 filled with amazing energy and the tons of smiling faces :-) Thanks for the pics Pure Ride Cycles

Cove on the moooovvvee! Pavilion A tonight. See below

4 things that effect your open water swim..READ IT from our OWS expert Stephanie.