10 1 60 RSS Feed | QT2 Systems Announcements Generic news QT2 Systems Announcements 30 http://www.qt2systems.com/.feeds/news/list/-/SYS1/?alt=rss Sun, 13 May 2012 17:00:00 -0400 Latest Ironman and Sport Nutrition Blog Posts <p> Check out Coach Kropelnicki's latest blog post on building <a href="http://kropelnicki.com/?p=314">lronman racing bike strength</a> over the long term. Also check out Head Dieititian Jaime's latest post on <a href="http://www.thecorediet.com/blog/sport-nutrition-hydration-basics/">sport hydration</a>. </p> http://www.qt2systems.com/sport-nutrition-ironman/ http://www.qt2systems.com/sport-nutrition-ironman/ Thu, 03 May 2012 13:35:00 -0400 QT2 Systems Athlete Daniel Loeb to be Honored by the Challenged Athlete Foundation

QT2 Systems athlete Daniel Loeb is being honored by the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF), at the upcoming dinner dubbed A Celebration of Heroes, Heart and Hope.

Daniel has been a QT2 One-on-One athlete since 2011, under the guidance of Jaime Windrow, and is set to compete in the 2012 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, Mighty Man ½ Ironman and the New York City Marathon, among other shorter distance events.

A concerned philanthropist Dan has been involved in numerous endeavors to raise funds and awareness of important causes such as the Navy SEALS Foundation.

This annual gala dinner is being held at the historic Waldorf-Astoria in New York City to raise funds for, and awareness of, physically challenged athletes. This event will feature inspiring presentations, celebrity guests, as well as the opportunity to meet some of the challenged athletes themselves.

Among the night's events:

A live auction featuring unique travel adventures, and once in a lifetime experiences at sporting events such as the World Series and the Tour de France.

Also at stake is chance to bid on, and win, a coveted spot in the Ford Ironman World Championship.

Please join us in congratulating Dan on this wonderful recognition which shows his continued support and generosity to all CAF atheletes.

]]> http://www.qt2systems.com/daniel-loeb-challengedathletefoundation-ironman/ http://www.qt2systems.com/daniel-loeb-challengedathletefoundation-ironman/ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:00:00 -0400 Another Strong Showing for QT2 Athletes Racing IM NOLA 70.3 The thing about racing Ironman events is that you always have to be prepared to face the unexpected. This past Sunday was no exception when weather conditions forced the Ochsner Ironman 70.3 New Orleans race format to be altered to a two-mile run, 52-mile bike, and conclude with a 13.1-mile run. Neither the weather nor the race layout managed to dampen the race action.

Of the eleven QT2 Systems athletes racing, eight finished in the top ten of their respective professional/age-group classifications.

QT2 Athlete Award Winners:
Jeremy Cornman - 3:43:16, 2nd M30-34
Caitlin Snow - 3:48:59, 5th Pro Woman
Rafe Armstrong - 4:03:34, 2nd M50-54
Jocelyn Cornman - 4:19:11, 5th F30-34
Jackie Williams - 4:53:36, 5th F50-54

When all was said and done, QT2 had some spectacular results with less than ideal race conditions. Next Stop: Ironman Texas on May 19, 2012. See you then!

QT2 Results - Ochsner Ironman 70.3 New Orleans
Jeremy Cornman - 3:43:16, 2nd M30-34
Caitlin Snow - 3:48:59, 5th Pro Woman
Jen Hansen -3:52:45, 7th Pro Woman
Rafe Armstrong - 4:03:34, 2nd M50-54
Ryan Oilar - 4:06:04, 10th M35-39
Jocelyn Cornman - 4:19:11, 5th F30-34
Ken Szekretar Jr - 4:23:31, M35-39
Rob Gilfeather - 4:26:20, M40-44
John Barrett - 4:28:05 M50-54
Jackie Williams - 4:53:36 5th F50-54
Jason Sipple - 4:55:28, M35-39

]]> http://www.qt2systems.com/ironman-703-new-orleans/ http://www.qt2systems.com/ironman-703-new-orleans/ Mon, 09 Apr 2012 09:10:00 -0400 First Year PRO Kim Schwabenbauer Signs With QT2 <p>QT2 is excited to announce the addition of first year PRO Kim Schwabenbauer to its Elite Team. Kim will be working with Coach Jesse as an elite development athlete. Since obtaining two overall Ironman Amateur wins at IM Lake Placid in 2011 (10:11), and at IM Cozumel in 2010 (10:03), Kim has decided to take her racing and preparation to a new level with QT2. Read her elite athlete profile and why she has chosen QT2 <a href="/triathlon-squad/kim-schwabenbauer/">HERE</a>.</p> http://www.qt2systems.com/triathlete-pro-kim-schwabenbauer/ http://www.qt2systems.com/triathlete-pro-kim-schwabenbauer/ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0400 QT2 Systems Athletes Go Deep at Texas 70.3! <p><img width="275" vspace="5" hspace="10" height="173" border="2" align="left" src="/data/Image/News/Group%20Photo%20Texas%2070.3.jpg" alt="" />Over 20 QT2 athletes lined up to take part in the <a href="http://ironman.com/events/ironman70.3/lonestar70.3#axzz1qiHj3IG9">Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas</a>, this past Sunday, April 1, 2012 in Galveston, TX. The conditions were sunny and hot and quite breezy but that didn't prevent many from having very strong performances particularly for this early in the season. In addition, we debuted our brand new race kits for 2012 courtesy of <a href="http://www.pearlizumi.com/publish/content/pi_2010/us/en/index.html">Pearl Izumi</a>!</p> <p>QT2 saw some amazing early-season results, including a number of overall age-group awards. QT2 athlete, and pro Caitlin Snow finished fourth in a very strong field of pro women. Her run time of 1:21:10 was the second fastest of the day. Other QT2 Pro women included Jessie Donavan who came in 9th with the 5th fastest Pro women bike split in 2:24:57 and Jacqui Gordon who finished in 11th just 00:37 behind the 10th place finisher. Jennie Hansen made her professional debut with a solid 4:40:31 good for 20th place overall.</p> <p>Overall the woman had two top-ten age-group finishes that included one overall category win as well as a third place finish! This third place finish, by Amanda Kourtz, included the fourth fastest run by any woman, Pro or Age Group, in 1:23:59! For the men, this included four top-ten age-group finishes including two overall category wins; Matt Curbeau winning the M25-29 in 4:20:44 and Peter Schneider winning the M35-39 in 4:25:45.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Those receiving awards included:</strong> <br /> Matt Curbeau - 4:20:44 1st Male 25-29 <br /> Peter Schneider- 4:25:45 1st Male 35-39 <br /> Debbie Bernardes - 5:23:06 1st Female 50-54</p> <p>When all was said and done, QT2 had an amazing day in some very hot and challenging conditions. Next Stop: Ironman Texas on May 19, 2012. See you then!</p> <p><strong>QT2 Results - Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas</strong> <br /> Matt Curbeau - 4:20:44, <strong>1st M25-29</strong> <br /> Caitlin Snow - 4:22:03, 4th Pro Woman <br /> Jesse Kropelnicki - 4:25:25, 9th M30-34 <br /> Peter Schneider - 4:25:45, <strong>1st M35-39</strong> <br /> Jessie Donovan - 4:30:00, 9th Pro Woman <br /> Jacqui Gordon - 4:31:46 <br /> Pat Wheeler - 4:32:58, 5th M25-29 <br /> Guido Zgraggen- 4:36:58 <br /> Jen Hansen - 4:40:31 <br /> John Noonan - 4:43:02, 4th M50-54 <br /> Amanda Kourtz - 4:47:41, 3rd F25-29 <br /> Rick Brown - 5:03:35 <br /> Russet Morrow - 5:11:55 <br /> Debi Bernardes- 5:23:06 <strong>1st F50-54</strong> <br /> Jay McNeil - 5:23:04 <br /> Charlie Abrahams- 5:32:28 <br /> Tony Montero - 5:53:42</p> Over 20 QT2 athletes lined up to take part in the Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas, this past Sunday, April 1, 2012 in Galveston, TX. The conditions were sunny and hot and quite breezy but that didn't prevent many from having very strong performances particularly for this early in the season. In addition, we debuted our brand new race kits for 2012 courtesy of Pearl Izumi!

QT2 saw some amazing early-season results, including a number of overall age-group awards. QT2 athlete, and pro Caitlin Snow finished fourth in a very strong field of pro women. Her run time of 1:21:10 was the second fastest of the day. Other QT2 Pro women included Jessie Donavan who came in 9th with the 5th fastest Pro women bike split in 2:24:57 and Jacqui Gordon who finished in 11th just 00:37 behind the 10th place finisher. Jennie Hansen made her professional debut with a solid 4:40:31 good for 20th place overall.

Overall the woman had two top-ten age-group finishes that included one overall category win (Debbie Bernardes 1st F50-54), as well as a third place finish! This third place finish, by Amanda Kourtz, included the fourth fastest run by any woman, Pro or Age Group, in 1:23:59! For the men, this included four top-ten age-group finishes including two overall category wins; Matt Curbeau winning the M25-29 in 4:20:44 and Peter Schneider winning the M35-39 in 4:25:45.

Those receiving awards included:
Matt Curbeau - 4:20:44 1st Male 25-29
Peter Schneider- 4:25:45 1st Male 35-39
Debbie Bernardes - 5:23:06 1st Female 50-54

When all was said and done, QT2 had an amazing day in some very hot and challenging conditions. Next Stop: Ironman Texas on May 19, 2012. See you then!

QT2 Results - Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas
Matt Curbeau - 4:20:44, 1st M25-29
Caitlin Snow - 4:22:03, 4th Pro Woman
Jesse Kropelnicki - 4:25:25, 9th M30-34
Peter Schneider - 4:25:45, 1st M35-39
Jessie Donovan - 4:30:00, 9th Pro Woman
Jacqui Gordon - 4:31:46
Pat Wheeler - 4:32:58, 5th M25-29
Guido Zgraggen- 4:36:58
Jen Hansen - 4:40:31
John Noonan - 4:43:02, 4th M50-54
Amanda Kourtz - 4:47:41, 3rd F25-29
Rick Brown - 5:03:35
Russet Morrow - 5:11:55
Debi Bernardes- 5:23:06 1st F50-54
Jay McNeil - 5:23:04
Charlie Abrahams- 5:32:28
Tony Montero - 5:53:42

]]> http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715361.html http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715361.html Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:00:00 -0400 QT2 Systems Coach Mary Eggers vs. Lance Armstrong <p> What began as a fun competition between two <a href="http://www.qt2systems.com">QT2 Systems</a> coaches has turned into a great opportunity to raise money for, and bring further awareness to the ongoing battle against cancer. This past February, QT2 Systems coach <a href="http://ironmomma.com/">Mary Eggers</a> challenged fellow coach <a href="http://pat-wheeler.com/">Patrick Wheeler</a> to a 50-yard kick off, during a recent training camp held in Clermont, Florida. Having readily dispatched of Wheeler, Eggers set her sights much higher, when she learned that one Lance Armstrong would be a speaker at the <a href="http://www.specialevents.buffalo.edu/distinguishedspeakers.php">University of Buffalo's Distinguished Speaker Series</a> in late April. </p> <p> <img align="middle" width="375" vspace="5" hspace="10" height="193" border="2" src="/data/Image/News/Lance,%20Mary%20copy.jpg" alt=""/></p> <p> With <a href="http://ironmomma.com/2012/03/09/dear-lance-armstrong/">THIS</a> blog post, Mary called the seven-time Tour de France winner on; April 28<sup>th</sup>, University of Buffalo's Pool, 50-yard kick off, be there! Due to Eggers' loyal following, Armstrong caught wind of the challenge and accepted, tweeting "wow, @MaryEggers has quite the following. I guess I better start working on my kicking." </p> <p> Why? To kick the SH*T out of cancer! Over the past year Mary has focused a great deal of her time to Rochester, NY-based <a href="http://www.teenslivingwithcancer.org/">Teens Living With Cancer</a>, a small organization that is devoted to helping teenagers to navigate life during and after treatment. "I saw this as a perfect opportunity to raise some much needed funding for these kids, who are bearing a tremendous burden, through no fault of their own", said Eggers of the challenge. "For TLWC, just a little goes a long, long way to directly benefit these kids, and every little bit helps." </p> <p> Having initially set the goal to raise $1,000 for <a href="http://www.teenslivingwithcancer.org/">Teens Living With Cancer</a>, Mary was amazed when Lance raised the bar to $100,000, with the proceeds to be shared equally between TLWC, and Armstrong's <a href="http://www.livestrong.org/">LIVESTRONG</a> Foundation. "I issued a challenge to him. He accepted, and immediately issued one right back. That is exactly how we are going to beat this disease, and what makes Lance so great. He never settles! I don't think he even knows how." </p> <p style=""> <span style="color:#262626">Though Eggers fully intends to be the first to chick Armstrong, whether or not she does, doesn't really matter. What matters is the continued fight against this indiscriminating disease, which has or will, touch each of us in some way. The effort does not fall upon these two great athletes, alone. Donations can be made directly to this event, through the TLWC donation page, HERE, and will directly benefit <a href="http://www.teenslivingwithcancer.org/">Teens Living With Cancer</a>, and the <a href="http://www.livestrong.org/">LIVESTRONG</a> Foundation.</span> </p> <p style=""> <span style="color:#262626">Though there will be further details to come, the basics are:</span> </p> <div style=" text-autospace:none"> <span style="color:#262626">What: Duel In the Pool</span> </div> <p style=" text-autospace:none"> <span style="color:#262626">When: April 28<sup>th</sup>, 2012</span> </p> <p style=" text-autospace:none"> <span style="color:#262626">Where: <a href="http://www.buffalo.edu/buildings/building?id=ALUMNI">Alumni Arena, The University at Buffalo</a></span> </p> <p style=" text-autospace:none"> <span style="color:#262626">Time: 4:00 PM</span> </p> What began as a fun competition between two QT2 Systems coaches has turned into a great opportunity to raise money for, and bring further awareness to the ongoing battle against cancer. This past February, QT2 coach Mary Eggers challenged fellow coach Patrick Wheeler to a 50-yard kick off, during a recent training camp held in Florida. Having readily dispatched of Wheeler, Eggers set her sights much higher, when she learned that one Lance Armstrong would be a speaker at the University of Buffalo's Distinguished Speaker Series in late April.


With THIS blog post, Mary called the seven-time Tour de France winner on; April 28th, University of Buffalo's Pool, 50-yard kick off, be there! Due to Eggers' loyal following, Armstrong caught wind of the challenge and accepted, tweeting "wow, @MaryEggers has quite the following. I guess I better start working on my kicking."

Why? To kick the SH*T out of cancer! Over the past year Mary has focused a great deal of her time to Rochester, NY-based Teens Living With Cancer, a small organization that is devoted to helping teenagers to navigate life during and after treatment. "I saw this as a perfect opportunity to raise some much needed funding for these kids, who are bearing a tremendous burden, through no fault of their own", said Eggers of the challenge. "For TLWC, just a little goes a long, long way to directly benefit these kids, and every little bit helps."

Having initially set the goal to raise $1,000 for Teens Living With Cancer, Mary was amazed when Lance raised the bar to $100,000, with the proceeds to be shared equally between TLWC, and Armstrong's LIVESTRONG Foundation. "I issued a challenge to him. He accepted, and immediately issued one right back. That is exactly how we are going to beat this disease, and what makes Lance so great. He never settles! I don't think he even knows how."

Though Eggers fully intends to be the first to chick Armstrong, whether or not she does, doesn't really matter. What matters is the continued fight against this indiscriminating disease, which has or will, touch each of us in some way. The effort does not fall upon these two great athletes, alone. Donations can be made directly to this event, through a joint TLWC and LIVESTRONG donation page, HERE, and will directly benefit both great organizations!

Basic Details:

What: Duel In the Pool - Invite only - FOR TEENS LIVING WITH CANCER FROM ROCHESTER AND BUFFALO and Media

When: April 28th, 2012

Where: Alumni Arena, The University at Buffalo

What: Distinguished Speakers Series

When: April 28th, 2012

Where: Alumni Arena, University of Buffalo

Time: 8:00 PM

Tickets: BUY TICKETS HERE

]]> http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715360.html http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715360.html Tue, 06 Mar 2012 13:35:00 -0500 QT2 Systems Launches First Personal Triathlon iPhone Performance Calculator <p> QT2 Systems has launched the first iPhone/iTouch calculator that projects an individual's triathlon race performance and determines appropriate, personalized training ranges. Jesse Kropelnicki, founder of QT2 Systems and developer of the original Triathlon Calculator says, "Triathletes put a great deal of time and focus into their race preparations, and should always be well aware of where they stand, with regard to their racing goals. This new software will help them to be more in tune with the progress that they are making, and further motivate them to achieve their goals." </p> <p> The <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/qt2-calculator/id504190281?ls=1&amp;mt=8">triathlon calculator</a> <span>is a one-of-a-kind application that will estimate your triathlon race outcomes based on 7 key inputs that come from your training. This tool will estimate any race distance, and take into account different course types. The tool will also give you race pacing and training zone recommendations including power on the bike. It was developed as a companion to its overwhelmingly popular</span> <a href="http://www.triathloncalculator.com/">www.triathloncalculator.com</a> website. </p> <p> <span><img align="middle" width="200" vspace="5" hspace="10" height="292" border="2" src="/data/Image/News/QT2%20Systems%20TriEssential%20App.png" alt=""/><br/></span> </p> <p> <span>QT2 Systems worked with Triessential.com to convert its proprietary algorithms developed over 10 years of coaching experience into a convenient tool for the iPhone. "We feel honored that Jesse and QT2 Systems selected us as their vendor of choice. The organization is a leading edge pioneer in training systems. They continually push the limits of people and technology," said Paul Tyler, founder of Triessential.com.</span> </p> <p> The QT2 Calculator for the iPhone and iTouch is available on iTunes for $1.99 <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/qt2-calculator/id504190281?ls=1&amp;mt=8">HERE</a>. </p> <p> <i><span>QT2 Systems is a world-class coaching &amp; nutrition services group, as well as a professional/elite and age group triathlon team. All of the QT2 coaches are extensively trained in the protocols that have been developed and implemented within the QT2 training philosophy. For more information go to our website at</span></i> <a href="http://www.qt2systems.com/"><i>www.qt2systems.com</i></a><i>.</i> </p> <p> <i><span>Triessential.com provides tips,</span></i> <i><span>inspiration, and education through its blog and triathlon iPhone app. In addition, the company develops content and mobile solutions for companies targeting the endurance sports market. For more information, go to</span></i> <a href="http://www.triessential.com/"><i>www.triessential.com</i></a><i>.</i> </p> <p> </p> QT2 Systems has launched the first iPhone/iTouch calculator that projects an individual's triathlon race performance and determines appropriate, personalized training ranges. Jesse Kropelnicki, founder of QT2 Systems and developer of the original Triathlon Calculator says, "Triathletes put a great deal of time and focus into their race preparations, and should always be well aware of where they stand, with regard to their racing goals. This new software will help them to be more in tune with the progress that they are making, and further motivate them to achieve their goals."

The triathlon calculator is a one-of-a-kind application that will estimate your triathlon race outcomes based on 7 key inputs that come from your training. This tool will estimate any race distance, and take into account different course types. The tool will also give you race pacing and training zone recommendations including power on the bike. It was developed as a companion to its overwhelmingly popular www.triathloncalculator.com website.


QT2 Systems worked with Triessential.com to convert its proprietary algorithms developed over 10 years of coaching experience into a convenient tool for the iPhone. "We feel honored that Jesse and QT2 Systems selected us as their vendor of choice. The organization is a leading edge pioneer in training systems. They continually push the limits of people and technology," said Paul Tyler, founder of Triessential.com.

The QT2 Calculator for the iPhone and iTouch is available on iTunes for $1.99 HERE.

QT2 Systems is a world-class coaching & nutrition services group, as well as a professional/elite and age group triathlon team. All of the QT2 coaches are extensively trained in the protocols that have been developed and implemented within the QT2 training philosophy. For more information go to our website at www.qt2systems.com.

Triessential.com provides tips, inspiration, and education through its blog and triathlon iPhone app. In addition, the company develops content and mobile solutions for companies targeting the endurance sports market. For more information, go to www.triessential.com.

]]> http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715359.html http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715359.html Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0500 QT2 Opens 2012 Big Again at the Hyannis Half Marathon! <p> <img width="325" vspace="5" align="left" border="2" hspace="10" height="181" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Team%20Photo%20Hyannis%20Half%20Marathon%202012.jpg"/></p> <p> QT2 athletes opened up the 2012 triathlon season, this past Sunday, at the 22nd running of the Hyannis Half Marathon . In all, 29 QT2 athletes showed up and performed well on a day that was cold and very windy. </p> <p> QT2 saw some amazing early-season results, which included a number of overall age-group awards. QT2 athlete, coach and pro Caitlin Snow won the overall woman's race for a record fifth straight year! No other woman has earned this distinction since the inception of the race in 1990! Congratulations Cait! </p> <p> Overall the woman had two top-ten age-group finishes that included two overall category wins! For the men, this included seven top-ten age-group finishes including two overall category wins! </p> <p> <strong>Those receiving awards included:</strong><br/> Caitlin Snow - 1:18:34 1st Woman Overall <br/> Amanda Kourtz - 1:19:36 2nd Woman Overall <br/> Rich Burke - 1:13:38 3rd Male Overall <br/> Erick Anderson - 1:14:09 3rd M18-29 <br/> Tim Tapply - 1:16:10 1st M30-39 <br/> Jesse Kropelnicki - 1:16:58 2nd M30-39 </p> <p> When all was said and done, QT2 had an amazing day at what has become a regular early season proving ground for the months of winter training. Luckily the weather cooperated this winter with very little snowfall in the New England region which has allowed for so much more additional outdoor training. Such solid early-season results, show great promise for the coming season. Next Stop: Texas 70.3 on April 1, 2012. See you then! </p> <p> <strong>QT2 Results - Hyannis Half Marathon</strong><br/> Rich Burke - 1:13:38, 1st M40-49 <strong>*3rd Overall Men</strong> <br/> Erick Anderson - 1:14:09, 3rd M18-29 <br/> Tim Tapply - 1:16:10, 1st M30-39 <br/> Jesse Kropelnicki - 1:16:58, 2nd M30-39 <br/> Patrick Wheeler - 1:18:14, 9th M18-29 <br/> Jason Frank - 1:18:26, 10th M18-29 <br/> Caitlin Snow - 1:18:34, 1st F30-39 <strong>*1st Overall Woman</strong> <br/> Amanda Kourtz - 1:19:36, 1st F18-29 <strong>*2nd Overall Woman</strong> <br/> Rob Gilfeather - 1:24:29, 11th M40-49 <br/> Jayson DeAngelis - 1:25:38, 28th M30-39 <br/> Jesse Marquardt - 1:26:00, 30th M30-39 <br/> Steve Quinn - 1:25:44, 25th M18-29 <br/> Trent Hayden - 1:26:26 <br/> Rob Clifford - 1:28:18 <br/> Carl Hefflefinger - 1:31:38 7th M50-59 <br/> Tim Snow - 1:32:20 56th M30-39 <br/> Michael Cavanaugh - 1:33:48 49th M40-49 <br/> Eric Furfine - 1:38:14 21st M50-59 <br/> Amy Maguire - 1:38:16 19th F30-39 <br/> Rick Brown - 1:38-29 81st M40-49 <br/> Kate Weiler - 1:38:43 35th F18-29 <br/> Jennifer Gray - 1:39:44 31st F30-39 <br/> Robert Duffy - 1:41:17 99th M40-49 <br/> Charlie Abrahams - 1:44:49 9th Clydesdale <br/> Charlie Tillett - 1:46:45 <br/> Donna Furse - 1:48:14 55th F40-49 <br/> Barbara Tardiff - 1:52:59 24th F50-59 <br/> Mark DeMello - 1:54:09 76th M50-59 <br/> Debi Caprio - 2:39:00 374th F40-49 </p>

QT2 athletes opened up the 2012 triathlon season, this past Sunday, at the 22nd running of the Hyannis Half Marathon . In all, 31 QT2 athletes showed up and performed well on a day that was cold and very windy.

QT2 saw some amazing early-season results, which included a number of overall age-group awards. QT2 athlete, coach and pro Caitlin Snow won the overall woman's race for a record fifth straight year! No other woman has earned this distinction since the inception of the race in 1990! Congratulations Cait!

Overall the woman had two top-ten age-group finishes that included two overall category wins! For the men, this included seven top-ten age-group finishes including two overall category wins!

Those receiving awards included:
Caitlin Snow - 1:18:34 1st Woman Overall
Amanda Kourtz - 1:19:36 2nd Woman Overall
Rich Burke - 1:13:38 3rd Male Overall
Erick Anderson - 1:14:09 3rd M18-29
Tim Tapply - 1:16:10 1st M30-39
Jesse Kropelnicki - 1:16:58 2nd M30-39

When all was said and done, QT2 had an amazing day at what has become a regular early season proving ground for the months of winter training. Luckily the weather cooperated this winter with very little snowfall in the New England region which has allowed for so much more additional outdoor training. Such solid early-season results, show great promise for the coming season. Next Stop: Texas 70.3 on April 1, 2012. See you then!

QT2 Results - Hyannis Half Marathon
Rich Burke - 1:13:38, 1st M40-49 *3rd Overall Men
Erick Anderson - 1:14:09, 3rd M18-29
Tim Tapply - 1:16:10, 1st M30-39
Jesse Kropelnicki - 1:16:58, 2nd M30-39
Patrick Wheeler - 1:18:14, 9th M18-29
Jason Frank - 1:18:26, 10th M18-29
Caitlin Snow - 1:18:34, 1st F30-39 *1st Overall Woman
Amanda Kourtz - 1:19:36, 1st F18-29 *2nd Overall Woman
Rob Gilfeather - 1:24:29, 11th M40-49
Jayson DeAngelis - 1:25:38, 28th M30-39
Jesse Marquardt - 1:26:00, 30th M30-39
Steve Quinn - 1:25:44, 25th M18-29
Trent Hayden - 1:26:26
Rob Clifford - 1:28:18
Carl Hefflefinger - 1:31:38 7th M50-59
Matt Coarr - 1:31:39 55th M30-39
Tim Snow - 1:32:20 56th M30-39
Michael Cavanaugh - 1:33:48 49th M40-49
Eric Furfine - 1:38:14 21st M50-59
Amy Maguire - 1:38:16 19th F30-39
Rick Brown - 1:38-29 81st M40-49
Kate Weiler - 1:38:43 35th F18-29
Jennifer Gray - 1:39:44 31st F30-39
Robert Duffy - 1:41:17 99th M40-49
Charlie Abrahams - 1:44:49 9th Clydesdale
Charlie Tillett - 1:46:45
Donna Furse - 1:48:14 55th F40-49
Barbara Tardiff - 1:52:59 24th F50-59
Mark DeMello - 1:54:09 76th M50-59
Diana Rosenstein - 1:59:28 150th F40-49
Debi Caprio - 2:39:00 374th F40-49

]]> http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715356.html http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715356.html Sat, 18 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500 Pearl Izumi Night at Fast:Splits <p> Newton, MA - This past Friday evening QT2 athletes were treated to a preview of their new 2012 line of race kits and accessory clothing for the upcoming season, courtesy of <a href="http://www.pearlizumi.com/">Pearl Izumi</a>. </p> <p> A big thank you to multisport retailer <a href="http://www.fastsplits.com/">Fast:Splits</a> for hosting the evening "mixer", and providing a comfortable venue for a casual night of food and drinks (<a href="http://www.thecorediet.com/">Core Diet</a> approved, of course…), where athletes could meet new friends and catch up with old friends, alike. </p> <p> <img align="middle" width="150" vspace="5" border="2" hspace="10" height="225" src="/data/Image/News/Kathy%20and%20Courtney.jpg" alt="" /></p> <p> <a href="http://www.pearlizumi.com/">Pearl Izumi's</a> Walter Driscoll was on hand to preview the line, as well as answer any sizing or material specific questions. Based on the feedback of those in attendance, it sounds as though the team is going to be very happy with this season's product line. Thank you Walter, and <a href="http://www.pearlizumi.com/">Pearl Izumi</a>! </p> <p> <img align="middle" width="250" vspace="5" border="2" hspace="10" height="167" src="/data/Image/News/Walter%20Pearl%20iZUMi%20and%20Kate.jpg" alt="" /></p> Newton, MA - This past Friday evening QT2 athletes were treated to a preview of their new 2012 line of race kits and accessory clothing for the upcoming season, courtesy of Pearl Izumi.

A big thank you to multisport retailer Fast:Splits for hosting the evening "mixer", and providing a comfortable venue for a casual night of food and drinks (Core Diet approved, of course…), where athletes could meet new friends and catch up with old friends, alike.

Pearl Izumi's Walter Driscoll was on hand to preview the line, as well as answer any sizing or material specific questions. Based on the feedback of those in attendance, it sounds as though the team is going to be very happy with this season's product line. Thank you Walter, and Pearl Izumi!

]]> http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715354.html http://www.qt2systems.com/announcements-view/249-id.209715354.html Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:15:00 -0500 Another Successful QT2 Winter Triathlon Training Camp! <p> This past week 29 athletes and coaches participated in QT2 Systems' second annual training camp in Clermont, Florida. Held near the <a href="http://www.usantc.com/">National Training Center</a> (NTC), this first of three 2012 training camps is typically the most anticipated, as it allows athletes a few days of warm weather training, and an escape from cold weather climates. </p> <p> Camp HQ were just a five-minute walk from the NTC's Olympic pool and full track facility. Two full swim sessions included between 7,000 and 10,000 yards as well as a 200-meter team relay, broken up into six groups of four. Also new for 2012 was a 5K time trial on the NTC's beautiful wind shielded track. </p> <p> <a class="iframe" href="http://www.screencast.com/t/oySdUZ8xuA">NTC Track Video!</a> </p> <p> With additional coaches at this year's camp the athlete's had the added benefit of two on-deck coaches running each of the swim workouts. A special thank you to <a href="http://blueseventy.com/">Blue Seventy</a> for the great QT2 swim caps! </p> <p> <img border="2" hspace="10" vspace="5" align="middle" width="250" height="229" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Blue%20Seventy%20Swim%20Cap%20Group%20Photo.jpg"/></p> <p> With plenty of <a href="http://www.powerbar.com/">Power Bar</a> products to go around, athletes were well-fueled for Friday's long six-hour ride. Perfect weather conditions accompanied the riders all day long! </p> <p> <img border="2" hspace="10" vspace="5" align="absmiddle" width="249" height="185" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Jesse,%20Cait%20PowerBar,%20Pearl%20Izumi.jpg"/></p> <p> The first day's afternoon session included an in-depth look at <a href="http://www.kestrelbicycles.com/">Kestrel's</a> current bike line-up, and a discussion of what makes Kestrel such a great brand. Very informative! Thank you to Jeff Bond, for his presentation! </p> <p> <img border="2" hspace="10" vspace="5" align="middle" width="251" height="188" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Kestrel%20Rep%20Jeff%20Bond%20Presentation.jpg"/></p> <p> The camp's technical discussions included a Run Video Analysis session by coach Jesse Kropelnicki as well as a Sports Nutrition discussion, by <a href="http://www.thecorediet.com/">Core Diet</a> dietician Jaime Windrow. This offered a great opportunity for the athletes to sit back, learn a little something, and recover from the day with the amazing Recovery Boots that we were provided during the camp. </p> <p> <img border="2" hspace="10" vspace="5" align="absmiddle" width="251" height="167" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Jesse,%20Running%20Analysis.jpg"/></p> <p> <img border="2" hspace="10" vspace="5" align="middle" width="250" height="167" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Jamie%20Woodrow%20Core%20Diet%20Group%20Presentation.jpg"/></p> <p> <img border="2" hspace="10" vspace="5" align="middle" width="200" height="300" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Duffy%20in%20Recovery%20Boots.jpg"/></p> <p> Finally, the camp could not have been a success without amazing bike support, care of <a href="http://www.fastsplits.com/">Fast:Splits</a> co-owner Brian Hughes. Brian kept all of the athletes' bikes functioning properly, provided all of our <a href="http://www.powerbar.com/">PowerBar</a> and <a href="http://www.fuelbelt.com/">FuelBelt</a> nutrition products while we were out and about, and not once put a bend in the brim of his hat. Thanks Brian! </p> <p> <img border="2" hspace="10" vspace="5" align="middle" width="200" height="300" alt="" src="/data/Image/News/Brian%20Working%20on%20Kestrel.jpg"/></p> <p> Did you miss out on the Florida camp? Not to worry. You still have two more opportunities to experience this weekend full of training and learning! June 21<sup>st</sup> - 24<sup>th</sup> we travel to Lake Placid, NY, and then it is off to Ludlow, VT August 23<sup>rd</sup> - August 26<sup>th</sup>. You can find all of the information related to registering for one of these camps, right <a href="http://bit.ly/gYu68y">HERE</a>. This past week 29 athletes and coaches participated in QT2 Systems' second annual training camp in Clermont, Florida. Held near the National Training Center (NTC), this first of three 2012 training camps is typically the most anticipated, as it allows athletes a few days of warm weather training, and an escape from cold weather climates.

Camp HQ was just a five-minute walk from the NTC's Olympic pool and full track facility. The two full swim sessions included between 7,000 and 10,000 yards as well as a 200-meter team relay, broken up into six groups of four. Also new for 2012 was a 5K time trial on the NTC's beautiful wind shielded track.

NTC Track Video!

With additional coaches at this year's camp the athlete's had the added benefit of two on-deck coaches running each of the swim workouts. A special thank you to Blue Seventy for the great QT2 swim caps!

With plenty of Power Bar products to go around, athletes were well-fueled for Friday's long six-hour ride. Thanks must also go out to one of our biggest supporters, Pearl Izumi, seen here on QT2 professional athlete, Caitlin Snow. The QT2 team is very excited to train and race in all new Pearl Izumi gear, during the upcoming 2012 season!

The first day's afternoon session included an in-depth look at Kestrel's current bike line-up, and a discussion of what makes Kestrel such a great brand. Very informative! Thank you to Jeff Bond, for his presentation!

The camp's technical discussions included a Run Video Analysis session by coach Jesse Kropelnicki as well as a Sports Nutrition discussion, by Core Diet dietician Jaime Windrow. This offered a great opportunity for the athletes to sit back, learn a little something, and recover from the day with the amazing Recovery Boots that we were provided during the camp.

Finally, the camp could not have been a success without amazing bike support, care of Fast:Splits co-owner Brian Hughes. Brian kept all of the athletes' bikes functioning properly, provided all of our PowerBar and FuelBelt nutrition products while we were out and about, and not once put a bend in the brim of his hat. Thanks Brian!

Did you miss out on the Florida camp? Not to worry. You still have two more opportunities to experience this weekend full of training and learning! June 21st - 24th we travel to Lake Placid, NY, and then it is off to Ludlow, VT August 23rd - August 26th. You can find all of the information related to registering for one of these camps, right HERE.

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