Inspiration: Real Stories from Senior Triathletes Worldwide
Stories and experiences from senior triathletes around the world—proving it’s never too late to start.
Triathlon Across the USA
If you are interested in following us on our journey across the USA while doing a triathlon in each state, click here.
- What If I Want to Do An Ironman Triathlon? – Tom Lipp’s StoryTom Lipp began with a Sprint triathlon, progressed through Olympic-distance racing, and eventually completed Ironman Wisconsin. His story is about more than crossing a finish line—it is about setting goals, following a plan, overcoming setbacks, and discovering what is possible as we age.
- ‘Gotta Tri’ – Triathlon in The Villages, FloridaThe Villages, Florida, located between Orlando and Ocala in central Florida, is a 55+ community like no other in the USA. To say that residents and visitors of every age and ability are required to stay active is no stretch. Thanks to The Villages Triathlon Club, triathlon is one of the sports growing here. The Villages Triathlon Club Builds on an Active Lifestyle If I were to pick one word to describe The Villages, I would choose ‘active’. As just one example, consider that from 5 to 9 PM, 365 days per year, each of the three Town Squares has …
- Ironman Kona After Open-Heart Surgery: A 66-Year-Old’s ComebackNine months after open-heart mitral valve repair, I stood on the starting line at the Ironman World Championship in Kona unsure whether my body would cooperate. What followed was not a return to peak performance — but a lesson in recalibrating identity, expectations, and what it truly means to endure.
- Five Things I Learned Starting Triathlons After 50By 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 than a bike saddle, and the idea of swimming, biking, and running in one event seemed like something only for elite athletes in their twenties. Still, a spark of curiosity was ignited. I wanted a new challenge, a way to redefine what I thought was possible for myself in this new chapter of life. That journey from hesitant beginner to confident finisher taught me more than I ever expected. The world of …
- Joe Simonetta Brings Home Gold At 2025 National Senior GamesJoe Simonetta began triathlon at age 80 and returned two years later to defend his gold medal at the National Senior Games triathlon. His story is about far more than competition—it’s about healthy aging, resilience, friendship, and continuing to seek new adventures later in life.
- Onwards & Upwards, Always! – Mike Battersby’s ComebackEditor’s note: The return of senior triathlete Mike Battersby to Ironman triathlon racing highlights commitment, a willingness to learn, and mental toughness. From Yorkshire to Singapore—and Into the World of Triathlon I’m Mike Battersby, a senior triathlete age 68, based in Singapore though originally from Yorkshire, UK. I’ve been married to Lee for 46 years. We have two daughters and three beautiful grandchildren. Before retirement, I worked for a U.S. software company covering the Asia-Pacific region. These days, I keep busy cycling, running, staying fit, and diving into photography. My guiding principle is simple: fit body, fit mind. I’ve always …
- 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 the sport of triathlon. Similarily, no one has studied the motivation for older athletes, particularly those age 65 and over, to continue in triathlon. Until senior triathlete Sarah Gordon sought the answer. Older Athletes are Important to Triathlon I have seen first hand the importance of older athletes to triathlon. In 2016, I competed in the USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships in Omaha, Nebraska. After the two-day competition involving the Sprint and Olympic distance races, I analyzed …
- “I Think I Could Do A Triathlon”: Amy Kite’s First Triathlon After 50After wondering if she could complete a triathlon later in life, Amy Kite decided to give it a try. Supported by family and new friends in a local triathlon club, she trained for and completed her first sprint triathlon, proving that starting triathlon after 50 is possible with consistency, encouragement, and the willingness to begin.
- How 75 Became My Best Ironman Year Yet – Rick Burgess’ StoryCaption: Rick and Elaine Burgess at the 2024 Morro Bay 70.3 swim start. Stamina, Strength, and Wild Goals When does getting older mean getting better? That’s the question I asked myself after completing Ironman California in late 2022. It was my fifth full-distance Ironman, and while my time of 15:45 wasn’t remarkable, crossing the finish line is always a win. Later, I realized I was the oldest finisher among the 2,600 participants. At 73, that achievement sparked a thought: If I could do this at 73, what could I accomplish at 75? Inspired, my wife Elaine and I decided to …
- Changing His Mind – Howard Glass’ StoryOlder adults give many reasons for beginning or continuing to train for and compete in triathlons. Senior triathlete Howard Glass is the first person to tell me how triathlon changed his mind, his thoughts. Prologue Following our hour and a half phone call during the evening of Tuesday, September 4th, Howard Glass and I agreed to resume our conversation after I had finished a draft of his triathlon story. However, before we talked a second time, Howard’s daughter, Lydia, replied to my email to Howard, informing me that her dad had unexpectedly passed away on September 9th. While Howard’s passing …
- Running Another Triathlon, This One With CancerOne of the unexpected joys of writing for the Senior Triathletes website has been meeting people like Laurent Labbe. Laurent has become a friend over the years, as he has shared his experiences with triathlon and lessons from the sport. I have followed him to numerous countries through triathlon and multi-day bike races. And, I have learned from his lessons in swimming, biking, running, nutrition and hydration. Through our email exchanges, Laurent has introduced me to his wife and children. I have especially enjoyed seeing the ways his family has become part of the sport. A New Challenge So, it …
- Book Review: Triing by Senior Triathlete Doug MorrisBetween 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 practical lessons about the sport of triathlon around the world. It also shows how he juggled family life, work, and triathlon training and racing throughout what he termed the “Journey.” Following are my key takeaways from reading Triing: A Journey of discovery, challenges, and camaraderie while racing in 50 states and the continents beyond. About the Author As a boy growing up in rural Indiana, Doug Morris raced imaginary competitors on a mock …
- 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 one you are asking yourself. It has been a little over one year since I achieved my goal of doing a triathlon in all 50 states of America. So, the “what’s next” question is one I have been asking myself a lot. It’s also a question others who know of my recently completed triathlon goal have been asking me. In this post, I share my thoughts hoping to learn more about your plans and goals. Longer Distance …
- What Motivates Older Triathletes? – Sarah Gordon’s StoryIn 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 support. The picture above is of our group that went to Cozumel. I am the third from the left. We all competed in the Ironman 70.3 race, and it was truly an amazing adventure! The entire experience embodied the spirit of the triathlon community: hard work in training, comradeship in wanting the best for each other, and lots of sweat, smiles, hugs, and love. Perhaps what impacted me the most was the incredible moments …
- A 76-Year Old’s Perspective on Running Performance After 70Caption: Jim Riley with Julie Moss after the 2017 Oceanside IM70.3. A 76-year-old triathlete shares his perspective and experience on advice given in another Senior Triathletes post for reducing a decline in running performance after 70. Introduction: Setting the Stage by Terry VanderWert, Editor, SeniorTriathletes.com Last month, I published a post titled How To Slow Age-Related Drop in Running Performance. After reading that post, Jim Riley wrote me a long, personal email with his comments. His email ended with, “I felt I needed to respond for all those trying to be the very best for their age.” I thought his …
- A Triathlon Bike’s TaleEditor’s Note: Ever wonder what your triathlon bike thinks about travel? Dave Conover has. He has teamed up with his triathlon bike to share the good, bad, and the ugly parts of traveling for triathlon. By Dave’s Quintana Roo PRFive A Little About Me I’m a matte red and black, four-plus year old 56 centimeter Quintana Roo (QR) PRfive with numerous triathlon training and racing on my frame and wheelset. I was purchased in Virginia by my rider and good friend, Dave Conover. Dave takes good care of me. Aside from racing in some rain in Puerto Rico in 2022, …
- Ten Years Later – Pat Johnson’s Triathlon SequelPat Johnson completed her 28th triathlon at age 80. What has caused her to continue in the sport? What has she learned about triathlon over the past decade? A Sequel Story Ten years ago, Pat Johnson completed her first triathlon as part of a promise to her niece, Barb. The Senior Triathletes post titled “At Age 70, I Had 19 Days To My First Triathlon”—Pat Johnson’s Story describes her experience in preparing for that triathlon. Now, days after her 80th birthday, Pat completed her 28th sprint triathlon, this time with Barb. First Triathlon of Her Eighties The day began early, …
- I Found ‘Athlete’ In The Words ‘Heart Health’ – David Conover’s StoryEditor’s Note: You may think that any issue with a person’s heart health will end their hopes for triathlon, especially for older athletes. David Conover’s story proves otherwise. I have been blessed to be able to compete in triathlon for over 30 years. More important, for almost 20 of those years I have been able to train and compete in spite of some medical challenges. Much of the credit goes to my cardio, pulmonary, and hematology focused doctors, my triathlon coach, and my family, including Louise, my wife of almost 50 years. That said, I also had to ‘read my …
- Individual Competition, Team Effort – Gene Peters’ StoryTriathlon is a competition involving three activities, usually swimming, biking, and running. The three activities, or legs, are most often performed by an individual. However, reaching the finish line of a triathlon requires training and the support of others, including family and friends. This is Gene Peters’ triathlon story. Gene Peters’ Path to Triathlon Gene’s introduction to triathlon occurred in the early 1990s, in his late 40s, when his younger brother and his brother-in-law, both in their 30s, were doing triathlon. “What’s wrong with these guys?” He thought, “This is crazy. These guys have missed their opportunity to be serious …
- My First Race Of Any Kind – Joe Simonetta’s Story“The National Senior Games triathlon was the first race of any kind in which I competed in all my life,” wrote Joe Simonetta. How This Post Came About Earlier this year, I received an email from Joe Simonetta, from Sarasota, Florida. He was responding to the ‘welcome email’ sent to new subscribers of the Senior Triathletes Highlights newsletter. This email invites them to contact me if they would be interested in having their triathlon story published. I later learned that Joe’s first triathlon was at the 2023 U.S. National Senior Games held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, July 18th. How …
- America’s Marathon Man Leads Change For Senior TriathletesA few weeks ago, I received an email from Jerry Dunn. In the message, he described his latest project, one benefiting senior triathletes. What surprised me was seeing the place from which he had sent the message, Rapid City, South Dakota. Why? Because Joy and I had just returned from a short trip to Rapid City and Hot Springs, South Dakota, for a couple of days at the Angostura Reservoir with Joy’s cousin. You will read more about Angostura Reservoir later in this post. Meet Jerry Dunn, America’s Marathon Man According to his Wikipedia page, Jerry became hooked on running …
- Feeling Young In My 70s – Gary Vicari’s StoryMost people in their 70s, 80s, and beyond who continue to compete in triathlon feel younger physically and mentally compared to their peers. Gary Vicari’s goal is to keep pushing himself to higher levels, balancing his needs as an older athlete with the belief that “you’re only as old as you feel”, Who is Gary Vicari? Gary describes himself as “a stubborn, gracefully aging warrior, fighting all the challenges of a family man trying to maintain his health while managing his large, family-owned business.” His family includes Amy, his wife of 35 years, three children, and a five-month-old grandchild. The …
- Inspired to Swim, Bike, Run – Pat Hawks’ Triathlon StoryWhat has inspired Pat Hawks to take part in the sport of triathlon? To answer this, she took me back to her childhood. Growing up in southern California, Pat loved to swim and surf in the Pacific Ocean. She also learned valuable life lessons from a mother who refused to give up, despite serious challenges. After contracting polio at age two, Pat’s mother never walked. However, even though doctors told her she would never have children and not live past age 50, she raised a family and learned to drive a car. She also lived longer than everyone in her …
- Triathlon Is Life Changing – Johny Dignam’s StoryFor Johny Dignam and his wife, Tracey, triathlon has been life-changing. “My wife Tracey says she waited 30 years for this version of me! I have always had this stored energy in me. The only way I could relax [before triathlon] was with the consumption of large volumes of alcohol.” Johny’s passion and love for Ironman training has become a new, healthy, life-changing outlet for this energy. “Triathlon training and the inspirational people we have met have had a profound positive effect on my general well being. It has also shown that there are some amazing people in this world …
- At What Age Do Senior Triathletes Start Triathlon?At what age did you start to compete in triathlon? What was the reason? I started wondering when I read an article, which is sad in many ways, titled “Fast Cars, Nips & Tucks, Swim, Bike, and Run? Is The “Midlife Crisis Tri” A Thing?“. Furthermore, was it reasonable to consider getting into triathlon later in life? I have had so many wrong impressions of age throughout my life. And, some were held not that long ago. I decided to develop a one-question survey asking those of the Senior Triathletes community to give the age of their first triathlon. I …
- Book Review: Triathlon Story of Senior Triathlete Hilary TopperSenior triathlete Hilary Topper is a cheerleader for everyone who has ever struggled with self doubt about their ability to take on a new challenge, like doing a triathlon. She has dedicated her story to ‘back-of-the-packers’, those who compete for the thrill of setting and completing a challenging goal with no expectation of winning an award. Hilary’s book, titled From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete: A Portrait of a Non-Athletic Triathlete, candidly chronicles her journey to becoming an endurance athlete who has completed various distance triathlons and other single and multiple sport endurance events. About Hilary Topper Hilary grew up in a challenging home environment. Her mother’s …
- Racing For Fun – Nikki Austin’s StoryIs it fun to do a triathlon or other multi-sport endurance race? It is the way senior triathlete Nikki Austin does it, with family and friends and in various places she has not previously been. Meet Nikki Austin During most of her week, Dr. Nikki Austin serves as an associate professor in the Department of Nursing at Towson University (Towson, Maryland). Besides preparing the next generation of nurses, Nikki has authored or coauthored papers and spoken on a wide range of topics, including nursing care for children and adults in disasters. When not working, Nikki is most likely training for …
- It’s The Journey, Not The Destination – Steve Stewart’s StoryAt 70 years old and moving into retirement, I pulled out my bucket list to see ‘Ironman triathlon’ at the top. Before I go any farther, I should let you know that I have a mythical Uncle Max whose philosophy for life was “If it’s worth doing, it’s worth overdoing”. Following Max’s approach, I thought that full distance triathlons were worth doing. With that, I began my planning and training. Ironman Triathlon on My Bucket List I swam competitively in high school and college. I ran several marathons in my 20s and 30s and picked up road biking in my …
- Triathlon For a Healthy Brain – Pat & Joan Hogan’s StoryThe physical exercise that accompanies endurance sports like triathlon supports a healthy brain. Just as our muscles adapt to the stress of weight training to become stronger, our brain adapts to new challenges. Most of us are familiar with some benefits of what Dr. Patrick Hogan calls “challenging exercise”. For example, we know that exercise promotes cardiovascular health. However, did you know that there is a 45% decrease in incidence of Alzheimer’s dementia in those who do an adequate duration and intensity of exercise consistently into older age? Neither did I until I spoke with Dr. Pat and Joan Hogan. …
- 101 Triathlons – John Dean’s StoryHave you ever asked yourself, “Should I do a triathlon”? If you have been thinking about doing your first triathlon or going further with the sport, John Dean is a good guy to know. He has seen and experienced a lot through his 101 (and counting) sprint to Ironman triathlons. I should warn you that John will most likely tell you to go for it. And, if you are older, he will also tell you “age should not be a limiting factor in triathlon”. John Dean’s Triathlon History The Senior Triathletes’ community represents a mix of backgrounds and experiences. Many …
- A Healthy Retirement Plan – Mark Bartolomeo’s StoryImagine being retired or near retirement and at the start of your first triathlon. Or, the triathlon could be the first of a longer distance. Are you feeling prepared? Or are you worried if you have trained enough? According to Mark Bartolomeo, you can not only feel, but be, mentally and physically prepared for the triathlon using the same disciplines that got you to this place in life. Goal setting and planning followed by executing the plan are just as important for triathlon as they are for other parts of our lives, including work. That has been Mark’s approach. And, …
- An Unlikely Triathlete – Craig Cross’s StoryIs there certain experience you must have as a senior before competing in your first triathlon? According to Craig Cross, his Scottish ancestry makes him much more likely to be weightlifting than running. Furthermore, before his first triathlon, Craig had only biked – a little. That’s it. The one-two punch of genealogy and inexperience made Craig an unlikely triathlete. However, through persistence, a knowledgeable coach, and the support of new friends, he is now an Ironman triathlete. Craig Cross Before Triathlon While his peers were playing sports in high school and college, Craig Cross was in Alaska fishing commercially. This …
- Christmas in October – Paul Zellner’s StoryOne way to picture Paul Zellner’s triathlon story is of a dad who became a runner, then followed his daughter into becoming a triathlete. This is an impressive story when you consider his accomplishments in endurance sports over the past 30 years. However, his triathlon journey is much more than about the sport. As you will see, his fondest memories of running and triathlon are from the family connections he has enjoyed. From the Desk to the Track I’ll jump into Paul Zellner’s triathlon story a few years ago, when he was in his mid-30s. Walking into his home office …
- Too Stubborn to Quit – Marty Hunter’s StoryHave you thought about doing your first triathlon in your 60s? Marty Hunter did and is now on her way to completing an Ironman 140.6 in her 70s. Introducing Marty Hunter Maureen ‘Marty’ Hunter lives in eastern Washington, in a region often referred to as the inland Pacific Northwest. She is “currently experiencing the joys of being 70 years old – or young or whatever 70 means.” Marty discovered triathlon several years ago through a sprint distance race called The Valley Girl. T-shirts given to the racers were so small she put hers on a teddy bear. After that experience, …
- A Special Birthday Present – Juha Makitalo’s StoryHave you asked yourself if you should do your first full Ironman triathlon, even though you are age 50 or over? Juha Makitalo did and decided to go for it. This post contains his story, including the main lessons he learned along the way. Introduction During the late 2000’s and early 2010’s, Juha Makitalo and I worked in a multinational manufacturing company. We learned of our mutual love for triathlon and continued to share our progress after my retirement from the company. Recently, Juha wrote to tell me he had completed Ironman Tallinn in Estonia as part of his 50th …
- Which Triathlon Has Been Your Favorite?You have probably been asked about your favorite triathlon, especially if you have completed even a few of them. First, a little background. I did my first triathlon on my doctor’s advice to lose weight and become more fit. However, as I have done more triathlons, spending time with family and friends through these and experiencing the USA from the perspective of triathlon have grown in importance. Nevertheless, after my first triathlon, there have been a few races that have been particularly memorable. Following are my top five. Favorite Triathlons for Family Connections #1 First Triathlon with Our Daughter and …
- 5 Ideas for Staying Young – A Conversation with Tony Schiller“People give up their youth too quickly”. Tony Schiller’s words resonated, to the point of making me feel guilty. That is precisely what I was doing – giving up my youth with only a little resistance. So, how do we avoid becoming old too quickly? By staying active. Day-in, day-out activity reduces, and sometimes reverses, aging. Science supports this. Related post: Six Principles of Triathlon Training for Seniors I hope that this post will give you some ideas to remain active and compete in triathlon events even when the drive to do so wanes. But, first, a bit about Tony. You …
- Lessons in Ironman Triathlon Racing – Another Senior Triathlete’s ExperienceLaurent Labbe recently finished Ironman Nice, a long course triathlon that boasts swimming in the Mediterranean Sea, biking in the Alps, and running along the French Riviera in Nice’s historic waterfront. While the beautiful venue made the race enjoyable, Nice was even more special for Laurent. It confirmed an Ironman triathlon hydration and nutrition plan he had been working to develop. Disappointment at Ironman Vietnam Before diving into the story from Nice, let’s go back a little less than two months to Vietnam. It was here that Laurent competed in Ironman 70.3 Vietnam, his 10th long course triathlon. Following a …
- The Road to Ironman Triathlon – Laurent Labbe’s StoryAt age 57, senior triathlete Laurent Labbe continues to prove both to himself and others that he is young in heart and body by competing in Ironman triathlons. But there is more to his story than a personal enjoyment of endurance sports. Laurent has found a way to engage his family, using triathlon to build relationships with his children by training and participating in races with them. See Reason 3 of “15 Reasons for Those 50 and Older to Do Triathlons“. It Started With Swimming and Biking In The Alps As a child growing up in France, Laurent Labbe developed …
- How Seniors Can Prepare for their First TriathlonBy Laurie Larson, Contributor Triathletes of any age who are motivated and self-disciplined can safely and effectively train for a triathlon. Remember that a triathlon is not so much a sport for only the elite, but really it is a hobby that people work into their everyday lives, much like work, family, and routine duties. According to the New York Times, there is a growing number of seniors involved with triathlons, and the Center for Disease and Control encourages older athletes to join in competitive sports. In fact, membership of USA Triathlon by older athletes has gone up by 230 …
- Making Fitness a Lifestyle – Jeanne Minder’s StoryFrom her earliest memories of growing up in South St. Paul, Minnesota, Jeanne Minder has been active. Her love for moving, whether through biking, running, swimming, walking, skiing, or you-name-it, has led to impressive accomplishments in triathlon. Following is Jeanne’s triathlon story and information about triathlon training for seniors that she shared with Joy and me over coffee. Accomplishments On and Off the Course I was first introduced to Jeanne through an article in an online newspaper covering the northern suburbs of St. Paul, Minnesota. However, when Joy and I met with Jeanne over coffee and tea at the …
- “At Age 70, I Had 19 Days To My First Triathlon” – Pat Johnson’s StoryThe Villages, Florida – Can you prepare for your first sprint triathlon in less than 30 days, even at age 70? According to Pat Johnson, you can. She did it and is now an advocate for seniors to compete in triathlon. Pat’s story was first published on June 24, 2018. Recently, I contacted her for an update on her triathlon journey. Now approaching age 77, Pat remains active in triathlon and is still enthusiastic about it as a way for seniors to stay fit. This post, updated on February 8, 2021, combines the story of Pat’s first triathlon and her …
- Aging Athletically: Becoming a Sexagenarian and a TriathleteBy Jessica Perkins – In 2014 before my 58th birthday, I made the decision to complete a triathlon before my 60th birthday in June 2016. My decision wasn’t really out of the blue because for many prior birthdays, I always completed a physical challenge, which, for me, equated to feeling alive and functioning. Learning About Triathlon At the time of my decision, I knew very little about triathlons, other than the swim-bike-run sequence. While I wasn’t a couch potato – I had slogged a few 5Ks and practiced Bikram yoga 3 to 4 times weekly with a few 30 …
- “Training for My First Triathlon”- Liz Lawson’s StoryBy Liz Lawson – It’s been quite the year so far! I turned 54 last December and little did I know what the coming year would hold for me – training for and completing my first triathlon. Even though I have lived in Raleigh, North Carolina for three years, I am still settling in. Working from home resulted in me sometimes feeling a little isolated. I was pretty down on everything. Then, in September, a friend suggested to me that I think about training for a sprint triathlon. She had joined a local training group and completed her first sprint …
- ‘Live Like Josh’ – Terry Seidel’s StoryTerri Seidel’s triathlon story is about training for her first triathlon and, in doing so, pushing herself beyond her ‘comfort zone’. Her story is also about honoring a son by doing something he had thoroughly enjoyed. It was during the TriZou Triathlon that I learned about the Josh Seidel Memorial Foundation. Following the triathlon, Terri and I made contact through friends of her son, Josh. We had both competed in the TriZou Sprint Triathlon, Terri as part of a relay and I as an individual. Terri’s story was originally published on July 2, 2016. More than five years later, I …
- 8 Reasons to Tri in the UKI was introduced to Sue Faulkner through her story in BBC’s Get Inspired. Her story, titled “Grandmother of six completes first triathlon at 63“, reported how she decided to get involved in triathlon through a classic, “I will, if you will” agreement. The article also described Sue’s training for her first triathlon and her race day experience. Inspired by her, I contacted Sue by email and began a conversation that has continued up to this day. Following is what I learned about Sue’s experience. Inspiration for My First Triathlon Truth be told, Sue’s decision was not as impulsive as the …
- My First Triathlon – Is This How George Plimpton Felt?What began as a way of losing weight and improving my physical health has led Joy and me across the USA as a triathlete and to SeniorTriathletes.com.
- Seniors are Increasingly Using Triathlon to Stay Fit . . . and SocialTriathlon is for Seniors Triathlon is changing the lives of many seniors – men and women alike. According to Bob Wendling, president of USA Triathlon, the number of older athletes competing in sprint triathlons has “absolutely exploded in the last six years.” Triathlon is as much for seniors as for younger people.
- Senior Triathlete Wins Women’s Division of National Winter TriathlonSenior triathlete Jan Guenther was the winner of the women’s division in the first USAT-sanctioned National Winter Triathlon Championship held January 31, 2016 in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA. The senior triathlete men also turned in credible performances to well represent the senior triathlete community.















































