Senior Triathletes | Terry L. VanderWert | Activity https://seniortriathletes.com/members/tvanderwert1652/activity/ Activity feed for Terry L. VanderWert. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:37:28 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 d9b683940d8ef756839913694063e22e Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=15074 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:40:28 -0400 Ask Our Coaches: Six Months To An Olympic Triathlon Question We received the following question about the time required to train for an Olympic distance triathlon. For those of you not yet […]

]]> ea31d276066bf119f7dee8ddf5046666 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=15016 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:57:56 -0500 Ironman Kona After Open-Heart Surgery: A 66-Year-Old's Comeback by Darrell Myrick The Breakdown It’s June 3rd, a little over three months until the 2022 Ironman World Championship in Kona, t […]

]]> 0e20d3201c20f26e133cd273cc4ed6c8 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=15019 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:37:58 -0500 Ask Our Coaches: Running With A Root Meniscus Tear Question A veteran, 68 year-old male triathlete sent the following question for our coaches after reading the last issue of the Senior […]

]]> d6c259c14231dfdffa2e0a9773f34a7f Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/ask-our-coaches-will-a-new-bike-help-with-knee-pain/#comment-12320 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:32:16 -0500 Thanks Jim for your comment and for mentioning the Human Locomotion posts. I was not aware of these.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post Ask Our Coaches: Will A New Bike Help With Knee Pain? Question A veteran, 68 year-old female triathlete sent me the following question for our coaches: “I have a Trek 2500 […] ]]> 3e5bca1888cedf70e527858320eddcb9 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/triathlon-at-senior-games-in-the-united-states-and-canada/#comment-12311 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 02:24:25 -0500 There is no National Games in 2026. They are held every other year, with the next one in 2027 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Qualify for the 2027 National Games triathlon by completing a sprint triathlon anywhere in the USA during 2026 abd completing the Limited Event Qualification form described in this post.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post USA National Senior Games Includes Triathlon I first became acquainted with the Senior Games through Jeanne Minder, whose triathlon story appeared on SeniorTriathletes.com on […] ]]> 5ee9e7cf042ab7798208f5996e519038 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14454 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:48 -0500 USA National Senior Games Includes Triathlon I first became acquainted with the Senior Games through Jeanne Minder, whose triathlon story appeared on SeniorTriathletes.com on September 6, […]

]]> 928dd368827bd50e697eb97272f67437 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14993 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 21:05:09 -0500 Ask Our Coaches: Will A New Bike Help With Knee Pain? Question A veteran, 68 year-old female triathlete sent me the following question for our coaches: “I have a Trek 2500 (yes, it’s a d […]

]]> 8eb52fc3d765e97032f793d8ef693216 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14952 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 20:21:51 -0500 The 5 Things New Triathletes Over 50 Must Get Right Lessons from Laura Rossetti, four-plus decade triathlete and coach Starting—or restarting—triathlon after age 50 is not about doing eve […]

]]> 9f96521de22f9bfbea03a9f152b7a80c Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14957 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 01:48:18 -0500 Toe Strength, Aging, and the ToePro®: A Senior Triathlete’s Perspective As we age, the first meaningful losses in lower‑extremity strength often occur at the foot and ankle—particularly in the toes and calves. This dec […]

]]> adc0f1dd198384a4d203375e95a900f7 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/a-76-year-old-perspective-on-running-performance-after-70/#comment-11930 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 23:07:34 -0500 Larry,
Comments for this post are still open. I will arrange for some from our community to reply with the suggestions you are looking for. Best wishes, Terry

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post A 76-Year Old's Perspective on Running Performance After 70 Caption: Jim Riley with Julie Moss after the 2017 Oceanside IM70.3. A 76-year-old triathlete shares his […] ]]> caa9d15699fc3b35e29b207e0cf4a047 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14922 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:19:55 -0500 Why Even “Injury-Free” Streaks Can End Suddenly by Joseph R. Simonetta and edited by Terry VanderWert Editor’s Introduction Senior triathletes know the satisfaction of training […]

]]> 1922f1f1600509d30329dfc4aca567e1 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/smart-sugar-strategies-for-senior-triathletes/#comment-11693 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 14:35:23 -0500 Hi Steve,
Thank you for reading and for the great questions.

1. How do maltodextrin (Hammer HEED) and corn starch (UCAN) fit into the analysis of what to eat and avoid?
Both maltodextrin (used in Hammer HEED) and the modified corn starch in UCAN are complex carbohydrates, not simple sugars. Even though they eventually break down into glucose,…Read more

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post Smart Sugar Strategies for Senior Triathletes: Fueling for Endurance After 50 Introduction I imagine that all of us have heard about the evils of added sugar. According to an […] ]]> 63b73d488214359bbf6cd32a961b5d09 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14879 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:54:53 -0500 Smart Sugar Strategies for Senior Triathletes: Fueling for Endurance After 50 Introduction I imagine that all of us have heard about the evils of added sugar. According to an article titled Metabolism and Health Impacts of […]

]]> b389abff8ac17dd964bab1f46dffcc32 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14890 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:05:15 -0500 AI's Impact On Triathlon Coaching for Older Athletes by Kurt Madden The following question from one reader is the basis for this post: “How has AI really affected triathlon coaching for older […]

]]> f540ef6c13a2e28c0cb73a9b9151a006 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/how-to-reduce-vo2max-decline-for-older-male-and-female-triathletes/#comment-11343 Sat, 25 Oct 2025 23:12:13 -0400 Marty,
Thank you for your uplifting comment. Let us know if you have questions after digesting the article.

Also, please let me know of other topics you would like to see covered here.

Terry

In reply to - Kurt Madden wrote a new post How to Reduce VO2max Decline for Older Male and Female Triathletes by Kurt Madden and Terry VanderWert Introduction “I’m 77 and have been doing tri since age 63. VO2max info t […] ]]> 3fae8ed35d119db89bd92e1fb45c0f82 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14822 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:21:18 -0400 Five Things I Learned Starting Triathlons After 50 By Hilary JM Topper, MPA Deciding to train for a triathlon felt like a mix of excitement and madness. I was 53, more used to my office chair […]

]]> bf59c97da6c76eb6ef902855acacf279 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/heart-rate-training-for-senior-triathletes-how-to-optimize-performance/#comment-11065 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:47:04 -0400 Bryan,
Thank you for your comment. Without giving away your personal information, what resources would you find most helpful?
Terry

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post Heart Rate Training for Senior Triathletes: How to Optimize Performance by Kurt Madden, Director of Coach Development, TriDot, and Senior Triathlete Triathlons can be […] ]]> 21f6d7676a3327ece6596d8b706c8da8 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/heart-rate-training-for-senior-triathletes-how-to-optimize-performance/#comment-11045 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:35:30 -0400 Carolyn, Thank you for taking your time to comment. What information would be useful to you and, I assume, others?
Terry

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post Heart Rate Training for Senior Triathletes: How to Optimize Performance by Kurt Madden, Director of Coach Development, TriDot, and Senior Triathlete Triathlons can be […] ]]> 8dd2af4eeec20fb5906feda853f58a63 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14812 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:40:46 -0400 Heart Rate Training for Senior Triathletes: How to Optimize Performance by Kurt Madden, Director of Coach Development, TriDot, and Senior Triathlete Triathlons can be enjoyable yet grueling tests of endurance, […]

]]> d2297ff8f162e55b7d7f129432571221 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14756 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:19:13 -0400 Featured in Triathlete Magazine: Our 50-State Triathlon Odyssey 👉 Read the full article on Triathlete magazine Joy and I are honored to share that our 12-year adventure to complete a triathlon in every U. […]

]]> 7989166d82ece007b7b97d0fe61b52f2 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14714 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 18:48:04 -0400 Joe Simonetta Brings Home Gold At 2025 National Senior Games In 2023, I introduced readers to Joe Simonetta, who, at age 80, competed in his first-ever race of any kind—a triathlon, no less—and won gold in […]

]]> 1a63353246a083957baf985de8ea18eb Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14695 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:59:45 -0400 Science Speaks: Evidence-Based Insights On Foam Rolling vs. Massage Gun TherapyScience Speaks: Evidence-Based Insights A search on “foam rolling for endurance athletes” and “massage gun therapy for endurance athletes” […]

]]> fa5334e9b6feda2261316ab74e171615 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/onwards-upwards-always-mike-battersby-comeback/#comment-9194 Sat, 21 Jun 2025 17:44:15 -0400 Thank you, Marty.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post Onwards & Upwards, Always! – Mike Battersby's Comeback Editor’s note: The return of senior triathlete Mike Battersby to Ironman triathlon racing highlights commitment, a […] ]]> 9d5473cc5198971e7106dad08959baeb Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14579 Sat, 31 May 2025 17:21:57 -0400 Onwards & Upwards, Always! – Mike Battersby's Comeback Editor’s note: The return of senior triathlete Mike Battersby to Ironman triathlon racing highlights commitment, a willingness to learn, and mental […]

]]> 83efb72af25866528b7d9e33ac62e7c4 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14563 Wed, 21 May 2025 19:41:32 -0400 Ask Our Coaches: Focus Training On My Weakest or Strongest Sport? Should I focus my training on strengthening my strongest leg of a triathlon? Or should I train to improve the weakest one? These questions have […]

]]> a9ee1d0a4a86a95d4a24dc5e68c981ca Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14514 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:41:30 -0400 What Motivates Older Athletes To Train And Compete In Triathlon? Much has been written about performance declines that accompany age. However, little has been published about the importance of older athletes to […]

]]> 670116d90d3b9c993680c837f3e8c467 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/i-think-i-could-do-a-triathlon-amy-kites-story/#comment-8483 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:28:31 -0400 From my conversation with Amy, I learned that you not only contributed the bike, but a lot of encouragement too.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post I Think I Could Do A Triathlon – Amy Kite's Story Amy Kite thought she just might be able to complete a triathlon. Supported by family and new friends from a local triathlon […] ]]> 5a434fe6a81d8c39335d297593ce9b94 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/i-think-i-could-do-a-triathlon-amy-kites-story/#comment-8477 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 17:07:38 -0400 Amy’s triathlon story is a great example of how to approach a triathlon without overcomplicating it. Congratulations!

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post I Think I Could Do A Triathlon – Amy Kite's Story Amy Kite thought she just might be able to complete a triathlon. Supported by family and new friends from a local triathlon […] ]]> e2ee942f6e22250d9451e2dec8d15998 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14479 Sat, 22 Mar 2025 19:30:23 -0400 Seasonal Allergies Don't Need To Sabotage Your Triathlon Training Seasonal allergies affect millions of adults in the United States, including many training for a triathlon and other multisport endurance events. […]

]]> 5de1549dd69f0ad64d83307483db6ef1 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14501 Sat, 22 Mar 2025 19:01:40 -0400 I Think I Could Do A Triathlon – Amy Kite's Story Amy Kite thought she just might be able to complete a triathlon. Supported by family and new friends from a local triathlon club, Amy turned the […]

]]> 200febee539e45f09e821d5d454fcb92 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14459 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 05:30:07 -0500 Ask Our Coaches: Reducing Strength Imbalance Question About six months ago, I shifted from two-leg to single-leg curls […]

]]> b2befb668c7d406827553410ec691664 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14381 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:07:09 -0500 Quickest Way To Your Faster Triathlon Swim This post had its genesis while reading Why I Quit Masters Swimming. In this article in Triathlete magazine, the author, Marshall Ellis, colorfully […]

]]> b71262189d11ce2f0aebce9be165faf8 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14393 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 16:53:37 -0500 How 75 Became My Best Ironman Year Yet – Rick Burgess' Story Caption: Rick and Elaine Burgess at the 2024 Morro Bay 70.3 swim start. Stamina, Strength, and Wild Goals When does getting older mean […]

]]> a30e9652d644dd53990f0360c959da55 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/what-does-the-bible-say-about-triathlon/#comment-8174 Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:15:18 -0500 Thank you, Scott.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post What Does The Bible Say About Triathlon? The Bible does not include the word “triathlon”. However, it mentions many aspects of the sport as a metaphor for life. […] ]]> 7c1f9f8facbe47d372972e9428d23bde Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14374 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:36:17 -0500 Best Pre-Run Warmup Approach For Senior Triathletes A pre-run warmup becomes more important with each birthday. A combination of dynamic stretching and foam rolling provides what you need for safer […]

]]> d540bae25c42365de4b4df7b590bdab0 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14342 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:54:11 -0500 What Does The Bible Say About Triathlon? The Bible does not include the word “triathlon”. However, it mentions many aspects of the sport as a metaphor for life. Introduction Over […]

]]> 24caeaf1c8c2d35aae79b3ed0f1f47c5 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/how-important-is-mental-toughness-for-triathlon/#comment-8055 Sat, 23 Nov 2024 02:15:04 -0500 Thank you, Stella, for sharing your perspective.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post How Important Is Mental Toughness For Triathlon? I chuckle each time I hear the wisdom attributed to baseball’s Yogi Berra: “Baseball is 90 per cent mental. The other half is […] ]]> e76aefa9b76e612e35c82a1c758a6a8a Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14251 Sat, 26 Oct 2024 00:14:00 -0400 Changing His Mind – Howard Glass' Story Older adults give many reasons for beginning or continuing to train for and compete in triathlons. Senior triathlete Howard Glass is the first […]

]]> 6f7e6e302501c2a309ce5e885c570970 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14303 Tue, 22 Oct 2024 01:55:16 -0400 Want To Travel The World? Think About The World Masters Games Want to combine travel across the globe with triathlon? If yes, then the World Masters Games or the regional Masters Games may be for […]

]]> 2f1cf2ad8f4295bebdcc93edcbc95a8f Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14252 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 19:23:42 -0400 Running Another Triathlon, This One With Cancer One of the unexpected joys of writing for the Senior Triathletes website has been meeting people like Laurent Labbe. Laurent has become a friend […]

]]> 22ff34af4f9e6820c8f4eae53ec4ef12 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/book-review-triing-by-senior-triathlete-doug-morris/#comment-7870 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:03:33 -0400 Thanks Ron for your comment. I will make certain that Doug sees it. Terry

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post Book Review: Triing by Senior Triathlete Doug Morris Between 1986 and early 2016, Doug Morris did 168 triathlons in the 50 states of the USA and on six continents. Doug’s story, […] ]]> a1a50af15494e83d187fdcd86f33ea13 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14257 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 20:04:35 -0400 Book Review: Triing by Senior Triathlete Doug Morris Between 1986 and early 2016, Doug Morris did 168 triathlons in the 50 states of the USA and on six continents. Doug’s story, Triing, is full of […]

]]> da9d48d4f3314f73cc60c70aac64d6e9 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/how-important-is-mental-toughness-for-triathlon/#comment-7792 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 22:47:13 -0400 Thank you, Dave for sharing your experience.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post How Important Is Mental Toughness For Triathlon? I chuckle each time I hear the wisdom attributed to baseball’s Yogi Berra: “Baseball is 90 per cent mental. The other half is […] ]]> cde1dc4663cb766d2ac5d4664e3bc5d9 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/how-important-is-mental-toughness-for-triathlon/#comment-7790 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:55:03 -0400 Tom,
Great to hear from you. Hope all is well with you and your family.

Your question is the same as mine, and I think I know the answer for me. I have started to put into practice the approach of going a little farther after I think it’s time to stop, and so far it works. Is that because I was quitting to quickly?
Terry

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post How Important Is Mental Toughness For Triathlon? I chuckle each time I hear the wisdom attributed to baseball’s Yogi Berra: “Baseball is 90 per cent mental. The other half is […] ]]> 501d03d25f1f6f68548471cf42616a44 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14238 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:56:52 -0400 How Important Is Mental Toughness For Triathlon? I chuckle each time I hear the wisdom attributed to baseball’s Yogi Berra: “Baseball is 90 per cent mental. The other half is physical.” As a […]

]]> 5e56249b37868253d94af788257b9776 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14237 Fri, 23 Aug 2024 21:21:48 -0400 What's Next For You in Multisport Racing? What’s next for you in triathlon or other multisport racing? With registration for next year’s triathlons beginning to open, this question may be […]

]]> d33ec778a9b9aa66a5575cbbb8e2f07c Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14227 Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:58:10 -0400 What Motivates Older Triathletes? – Sarah Gordon's Story In September 2023, I had the amazing opportunity to visit Cozumel, Mexico, with a group of close triathlete friends and my husband by my side in […]

]]> e8c01a6a269672747464675ebcf96e82 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14213 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 23:00:20 -0400 A 76-Year Old's Perspective on Running Performance After 70 Caption: Jim Riley with Julie Moss after the 2017 Oceanside IM70.3. A 76-year-old triathlete shares his perspective and experience on advice […]

]]> bec03a2186d29472c1146208c19a75a8 Terry L. VanderWert posted a new activity comment https://seniortriathletes.com/how-to-slow-age-related-drop-in-running-performance/#comment-7601 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 22:06:52 -0400 Thank you Marty. All the best.

In reply to - Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post How To Slow Age-Related Drop in Running Performance We often expect some drop in running speed as we age. Still, how can we minimize it? This post is based on TriDot coach Kurt […] ]]> 915fe121f6ebac800efcee470cc10b26 Terry L. VanderWert wrote a new post https://seniortriathletes.com/?p=14199 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:32:29 -0400 How To Slow Age-Related Drop in Running Performance We often expect some drop in running speed as we age. Still, how can we minimize it? This post is based on TriDot coach Kurt Madden’s response to a […]

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