Expo: 10AM-6PM Seminars: 10AM-5PM Clinics: 8AM-4PM Admission to expo and seminars is free; fee required for clinics

USAT Northeast Welcome Reception: 5PM-6PM (Admission is FREE; held on Expo floor)

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Expert-led seminars to help you prepare for a new season

A track of free seminars will be offered at Multisport World featuring experts in their respective field. Seminars will begin at 10AM on the MAC Court on the third floor of the Zesiger Sports & Fitness Center and run until 5PM.

Seminars confirmed for this year's event are listed below. More seminars and when they will be given coming soon.

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10:00AM-10:45AM: SMOOTH SAILING: STEERING CLEAR OF COMMON TRAINING HAZARDS Jason Gootman, MS, CSCS and Will Kirousis, BS, CSCS Tri-Hard Endurance Sports Coaching

You've got a race schedule ahead of you and several more months to prepare. In this seminar Jason and Will will help you steer clear of some common training hazards and keep your training on track fo maximum success this season. Using examples and case studies, they'll discuss how to keep your training going in the best possible direction as you peak for your important races. By attending this seminar you will learn how to:

Design a race schedule with the right amount and right types of of races to help you peak at the right time
Set appropriate goals to shelp shape the coredirection of your training and sustain optimal motivation all year long
Stick to a productive training plan week after week to get the best cumulative fitness gains possible
Maximize your health habits to remain injury-free, stay consistent with your workouts and get the most out of your hard work
Design and execute very specific workouts to be perfectly prepared for your big races

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10:45AM-11:30AM: MASTERING RACE DAY: THE FOUR KEYS OF TRIATHLON EXECUTION Patrick McCrann, Endurance Nation Co-Founder, Author, 14x Ironman Finisher

Every year thousands of triathletes spend excessive amounts of time and money on training, only to show up to the biggest race of the season with little to no plan. These athletes are consumed with the minutae of racing (e.g. water temperatures, wind speed, transition bags) only to discover their personal race is is over long before the finish line. Coach Patrick will cover the Four Keys designed to help you eliminate the noise, focus your efforts and have the best race possible.

During this session you will learn why:

Race day is about execution, not fitness
Your race doesn't actually begin until you hit "The Line"
Racing inside a virtual "Box" will ensure optimal performance
You must have your "One Thing" to ensure you race to your potential

This seminar is ideal for beginner to intermediate level triathletes competing in olympic, half iron or Ironman distance events. Attendees will receive a "Four Keys" t-shirt (supplies limited).

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11:30AM-12:15PM: IMPROVING YOUR COMFORT AND PERFORMANCE ON THE BIKE: WHAT EVERY TRIATHLETE AND CYCLIST SHOULD KNOW Ian Buchanan and Dean Phillips, Fit Werx, Road and Triathlon Cycling Specialists

Uncomfortable on the bike? Looking for more speed and aerodynamics? Getting ready to buy a new bike? Regardless, the best place to start is with a proper bicycle fit. From range of motion to foot dynamics and the latest in motion capture fitting technology, you will learn about riding techniques, biomechanics and the concepts behind proper positioning on the bike to ensure a more comfortable ride and better performance on the bike.

Presented by Ian Buchanan, co-founder of Fit Werx, Road & Triathlon Cycling Specialists and contributing writer to the Triathlete magazine's "Tech Support" column and Dean Phillips, SICI Certified Advanced Fit Technician and pro triathlete, attendees will learn:

What "Rider First Bike Fitting" is and the fundamentals of a proper riding position for performance and comfort
What the biggest performance variables are on the bike and how they relate to equipment selection and cycling technology
Whether a road or tri bike makes the most sense for you

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12:15PM-1:00PM: NATURAL RUNNING FORM AND BIO MECHANICS Danny Abshire, form coach at multisports.com. pedorthist and co-founder of Newton Running and Ian Adamson, MS Sports Medicine, 7x endurance sports world champion and 3x world record holder.

In this seminar presented by the co-founder of Newton Running, Danny Abshire, and the most successful adventure racer of all time, Ian Adamson, you will (re)learn natural running technique, bio-mechanics and the effect shoes can have on running form. You'll be on your feet and moving in place as part of an interactive presentation with demonstrations from Danny and Ian.

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1:00PM-1:45PM: BE A LIFE CHAMPION: Lisa Bentley, Professional triathlete, 11x Ironman champion. Despite being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, Lisa is one of the most successful triathletes in the history of the sport.

Lisa B Be a life champion is everyone's subtle life goal. To be successful -- whether in business, sport or life -- you have to have passion for what you are doing. You must believe in yourself and be the best you can be with what you have. There are speed bumps and curveballs in life, but the thing that sets us apart is what we do with those obstacles and our attitude in dealing with those blows. You will leave this chat with the mental ammunition to elevate yourself to a completely new level of living and being and to a world of success.

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1:45PM-2:30PM: USAT NORTHEAST REGION ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Pam Zawada, Regional Council Chair and Eric Averill, National Board Member from the Northeast Region

A review of national and regional programs and issues that affect USAT members including youth programs, championship races (national, regional and club) and membership benefits. This is also a chance to ask questions and let the regional council and national board know what issues are important to you. The Northeast Regional Council is focused on providing services and benefits to USAT Members in the northeast states. The National Board of Directors is focused on charting the strategic course for USAT overall.

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2:30PM-3:15PM: RUN TRAINING FOR TRIATHLONS Nick Radkewich, USAT certified coach and member of the inaugural USA Olympic triathlon team that competed in Australia in 2000.

In this seminar presented by USA Olympic triathlete Nick Radkewich (Australia 2000) you will learn how to become a better runner and take time off your run splits by adding as little as 5-10 minutes of time to your running workouts. Nick will describe the importance of triathlon specific running workouts and provide examples of running workouts to fit your triathlon training. You will also learn:

How to integrate strides and running drills into your daily training to increase speed
Specific brick workouts for sprint, Olympic and Ironman distance triathlons that will improve your run off the bike
How strength, endurance and speed running workouts can help you finish strong in each race this season and turn your run from a weakness into a strength

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3:15PM-3:45PM: PANEL DISCUSSION: NUTRITION DO'S AND DONT'S This will be a panel discussion featuring nutritional experts including a combination of coaches, pro/elite athletes and industry experts. Bring your questions about any aspect of nutrition... from training and the pre-race meal to racing and recovery. Panelists confirmed to speak include:

Michael Folan, President, Infinit Nutrition
Mark Connell, President, Nu Science Labs
Nick Radkewich, USAT Certified Coach and member of the inaugural USA Olympic Triathlon team that competed in Australia in 2000
Karen Smyers, Ironman World Champion (1995), 2x ITU World Champion (1990 and 1995), 2x Pan American Champion (1995 and 1999), Timberman 70.3 winner (2004), 2nd place Ironman 70.3 Florida (2007)

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3:45PM-4:30PM: THE THREE S's OF BALANCE: SYMMETRY, STRETCHING AND STRENGTHENING

Dr. Bradley Weiss and Dr. Victoria VanNederynen of Performance Health Center; both are chiropractors and certified in Active Release Techniques (ART) and Kinesio Taping.

This seminar is for triathletes of all levels who want to improve performance, avoid injuries and be pro-active for long term health. All triathlon events are symmetrical. The more balanced and toned your body is, the better. Learn safe and efficient ways to strengthen your body specifically for your needs. Using hands-on demonstrations throughout the seminar and reinforcing take home materials, attendees will learn: