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Why do an Indoor Triathlon?

  One of my favorite things about Triathlon is the community!  Even though this is a community of athletes, from beginner to elite, they are not elitists.  You will never meet a more welcoming group of people... ever.  This has been proven to me in multiple states, multiple races, multiple distances, and every age!  If you want to feel uplifted, participate in a triathlon!! The second biggest reason I love triathlon is the feeling of accomplishment!  The feeling I get for completing 3 sports in one day... but also the feeling you get when you see others finish!  I am always so inspired by watching other triathletes overcome their own challenges and crush their own goals!  That "finish line" feeling is like no other and I love to share it with others!! If you are local to me, here is a great way to do your first (or hundredth)! Have you heard of an indoor triathlon before?  Triathlete magazine did a write-up on indoor tris here .  When you do an indoor triathlon with a set tim

Friday Fundraising Update: Week 3

Weeks 3 Update: Birthday Donations: $380 Birthday Donations Match: $380 Thirty-One Shopping Fundraiser: $872 (thank you www.kariitall.com) Random donations (online and offline): $5 Overall Total:  $3489 December Goal: $3000 (Achieved) Fundraising Events (mark your calendars): January Shopping Fundraiser -  Jan 9-16:  Norwex Shopping  Direct Sellers Training -  January 10, 2022:  I am excited to share how to build relationships during your Facebook Mega Parties, leading to more sales, recruits, and FUN!  I will also share how to incorporate Fundraisers to grow your business.  Your donations will get you access to the live training on 1/10, a recording to review later, and even an opportunity to check back in with questions 3 weeks after the training, after you have implemented it into your business.   Email me  if you want an invite to this training. Indoor Triathlon -  February 12, 2022 : I am doing the groundwork for this event and am so excited to share it with everyone.  This event

Friday: Fundraising Update (weeks 1&2)

Weeks 1-2 Update: Even though I just announced my commitment to raise $15,000 for Ironman Foundation, I have been raising money since November 17th, which was 2.5 weeks ago.  I will be doing a #fundraisingfriday update every week going forward.  Turkey Burn/Ride with Rinny: $1050 Giving Tuesday online donations: $351 Giving Tuesday Match: $351 Surf's Up Nutrition's Giveback day: $20 Random donations (online and offline): $80 Overall Total: $1852 December Goal: $3000 Fundraising Events (mark your calendars): Shopping Fundraiser -  Ends 12/8:  Thirty-One Shopping Fundraiser: https://www.mythirtyone.com/11020289?pd=12175146   Direct Sellers Training - January 11, 2022: I am excited to share how to build relationships during your Facebook Mega Parties, leading to more sales, recruits, and FUN!  I will also share how to incorporate Fundraisers to grow your business.  Your donations will get you access to the live training on 1/11, a recording to review later, and even an opportunit

Giving Tuesday = Match Day!

  Since 2012, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving has become known as Giving Tuesday.  Whether it is donating money to a charitable cause or volunteering, Giving Tuesday is a day set to benefit the community. This Giving Tuesday is also my first Match Day for my fundraising efforts for the Ironman Foundation .  As I work towards raising a total $15,000 to be used as grants for non-profit organizations through the foundation, I will be matching donations made on Tuesday, November 30th*!   Donate Here:   https://ironmanfoundation.donordrive.com/participant/Erin-Byrge Let's have a little fun by choosing your favorite race type. Let your donation amount be your vote: Donate an amount ending in 0 for triathlon Donate an amount ending in 2 for running Donate an amount ending in 5 for cycling Donate an amount ending in 7 for other types of race (swim, spartan, etc) and put your race type in the comments. Donate an amount ending in 9 if cheering for others is your favorite! I hope to be hosting

Big News for 2022 Race Season

  You've got to seize the opportunity if it is presented to you. - Clive Davis I am at it again!  I have been selected to represent the Ironman Foundation at the 2022 Ironman 70.3 World Championships to be held in St. George, Utah!  PINCH ME!  I am racing World Championships!!   What an honor to be selected!!  This selection comes with a BIG challenge!  Not only will I train for and race on this difficult course, but I have also been challenged to raise $15,000 for the Ironman Foundation before the race.    The opportunity was presented...  Those of you that really know me are not surprised that I have decided to seize it !! For the next 11 months, I will use this blog to keep you all posted on opportunities for you to help me reach my $15,000 fundraising minimum.  I will have raffles and events and shopping opportunities!  I will be looking for sponsors ( email me if your company would like to sponsor me - all donations are tax-deductible!)  Of course, you can donate directly t