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Set for the Magnetic Island to Townsville Swim

Carly Lubicz

July 26, 2023

The sixty-second Magnetic Island to Townsville Swim is this weekend. This 8km ocean race will be challenging teams and solo swimmers alike; with about 100 contenders of all ages taking part in this iconic Townsville …

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Overcoming swimming anxiety

Jo Lukins

March 14, 2023

Thanks to Dr Joann Lukins from Peak Performance Psychology for sharing this article. I love my job. Every day I get to work with athletes, teams and professionals assisting them to fine tune their lives …

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The wants and needs of the modern triathlete

Rik Cook

November 3, 2023

With the flood of information, marketing, expert advice and well-meaning peer recommendations surrounding triathlon and cycling equipment and technology, it can be hard to know exactly what is a need and what you can do …

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Active things to do in Port Douglas

Carly Lubicz

October 13, 2023

So you’re heading up to Port Douglas for a well-earned break? Here are some active things to liven up your trip — some are free, but the rest are relatively low cost adventures and tours …

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Go Camping: Murray Falls

Carly Lubicz

August 18, 2023

Looking for a relaxing weekend away where you can explore tropical rainforest and swim in crystal clear water throughout the whole year? Well, we highly recommend a trip north to Murray Falls. Situated in Girramay …

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How to prepare for triathlon race day

Graham Pemberton

June 10, 2023

Preparing for a triathlon takes a little bit more forethought than, say, doing a 5km fun run. Even if you’re doing an Enticer, there is still quite a bit to consider before and on race …

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Meet Alyssa Koenen

Carly Lubicz

May 15, 2023

She represented Australia as an U19 in the Lifesaving World Championships last year and has just returned from the national competition on the Gold Coast with a gold, silver and bronze medal: We caught up …

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Women in Cycling Series: Christy Guinea

Carly Lubicz

May 5, 2023

Growing up, Christy Guinea was never an active kid and transformed into a self-confessed ‘couch potato’ as an adult until a fitness challenge in 2011 lit a fire in her belly. Since then, she has …

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Townsville Tri Festival 2015: What to expect

Carly Lubicz

April 24, 2023

In its 13th year and expected to attract more than 5000 athletes and spectators while drawing the likes of Ironwoman Courtney Hancock, pro Australian triathlete and two-time Olympian Courtney Atkinson, and former Paralympian John Maclean who has …

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Meet Danny Miles

Carly Lubicz

February 4, 2024

This year is shaping up to be a big one for ex-gymnast Danny Miles as he sets his sights on Ironman Port Macquarie in May, Ironman 70.3 in Cairns in June, and Ironman 70.3 Sunshine …

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Meet Michael Lyddiard

Carly Lubicz

January 3, 2024

Losing your right forearm, half your left hand, your right eye, a large portion of your vision in your left eye, and some of your hearing while trying to diffuse an IED in Afghanistan tends …

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Video: 2014 – The Active Year that Was…

Carly Lubicz

December 31, 2023

As the sun sets on 2014, we get ready to welcome another exciting and active year in Townsville. To celebrate your impressive achievements over this time, we are pumped to give you this video – …

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Meet Dylan Viviers

Carly Lubicz

December 4, 2023

Swimming has taken centre stage for most of Dylan Viviers’ life. After a car accident as a teen that killed his hopes for a competitive career in the pool, Dylan returned to the sport as …

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Hamilton Island Tri & Ocean Swim Wrap Up

Free Radicals Tri Club

November 19, 2023

Thanks to Graham Crawford of the Free Radicals Tri-Be Club for this race wrap-up. Last weekend saw the last North Queensland Series triathlon of the year take place alongside an ocean swim at the hard-to-beat …

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Trevor Brown’s biggest challenge yet…

Free Radicals Tri Club

November 11, 2023

Thanks to Free Radicals Tri-Be Triathlon Club member Trevor Brown for supplying this fantastic article. The alarm goes off. It’s 4am… what have I done? As I savour the last of my night’s slumber I …

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Surf Life Saving: Something for everyone

Jazmin Malcolm

November 3, 2023

At 42 years of age and having been involved in Surf Life Saving clubs since he was just 17, Vic O’Keefe admits that the original allure of ‘fun at the beach’ has flowed into a …

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Double Trouble Aquathon

Graham Pemberton

October 27, 2023

Thanks to Graham Pemberton from Free Radicals Tri-be Family Triathlon Club for supplying this article. Swim, run, swim, run – there’s no doubt that this was a hard way to end the Tribe’s season: Get the heart …

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Bowen Triathlon 2014 Wrap-Up

Graham Pemberton

October 19, 2023

Blowing in Bowen: Swim, ride and run like the wind! Thanks to Graham Pemberton from Free Radicals Tri-be Family Triathlon Club for supplying this article. The Bowen Triathlon is one event not to be missed …

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Five minute breather with Ahlanna Hayes…

Carly Lubicz

October 14, 2023

Rediscovering her childhood passion for swimming just five years ago, Ahlanna Hayes has since been named Townsville Sportsperson of the Year, won a National Masters event, and has completed a Half Ironman. For this modest …

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Go Troppo Tri Wrap-Up

Carly Lubicz

September 21, 2023

About 150 competitors tested their fitness at Pallarenda this morning for one of Townsville Triathlon Club’s (TTC) flagship events for the year – the Go Troppo Triathlon. With junior, teams, enticer and sprint events there …

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Airlie Beach Triathlon wrap-up

Graham Pemberton

September 8, 2023

A few of our local Free Radicals Tribe Family Triathlon Club members ventured down to the Northern Series regional race last weekend in Arlie Beach. Graham Crawford and Jill Stephenson headed the contingent and organised …

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Meet Sally Vujica

Carly Lubicz

August 15, 2023

This business dynamo and social butterfly is always sure to make time for exercise; even if it means sleeping in her workout gear. “The thought of my 5am Crossfit crew regularly takes hold while getting …

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Meet Michaela Loher Seaton

Carly Lubicz

May 2, 2023

Swimming through back pain Originally from Switzerland, a regular weekend for Michaela Loher Seaton usually involved the odd mountain or two — either climbing up them, or skiing down them. Now 10 years later with …

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