There are many great resources to get you out there and/or keep you motivated. Meet like-minded people for swimming, cycling, or running. Take advantage of upcoming clinics or workshops. Or check out my book recommendations for learning or inspiration.
Want to ride with a great group of people? Check out "The Fred Ride", hosted by Fred Huang. This no-drop ride starts from the Arboretum in Austin, Texas and ranges in distance week to week (20-60 miles). Intensity ranges from base effort to fast/interval work or hills - it just depends on the goals of the group or individuals for that week.
Ride details are e-mailed out a few days before the Saturday ride. If you would like to be added to the distribution list, please contact me.
Austin offers plenty of free training opportunities. Check out these resources! Since workout group meeting times and locations change, check with the organization sponsoring the workout before you go.
Jack and Adams Free Workouts - various days and times, bike rides/core/run workouts.
Yoga Vida - 6:30pm every Friday, yoga class.
Mellow Johnny's - 9am every Saturday, mountain bike riding.
Mellow Johnny's - 6pm every Wednesday, bike maintenance class.
Mellow Johnny's - 6pm every Tuesday, ladie's only 2 hour bike ride.
Austin Tri-Cyclist - 8:30am every Saturday, group bike ride.
Hill Country Trail Runners - 6:00pm every Tuesday, club trail run. Join hctrLIST for updates.
Not every workshop or clinic will include kissing Bob Roll, former Tour de France pro cyclist and more recently noted as a Tour de France commentator, but I guarantee you'll learn a lot. Here are some great resources on key topics, with more to come!

Clinic: Spring Into Triathlon
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Clinic: Triathlon Apparel Clinic
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Clinic: How to Change a Flat Tire
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Clinic: Triathlon Transitions
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Additional workshop and clinic handouts will continue to be posted here so check back often.
Whether you're looking for inspiration, how-to's, or nuggets of wisdom, these books are sure to give you something to remember! New books will be posted on an on-going basis so check back often!
My Life on the Run - The Wit, Wisdom, and Insights of a Road Racing Icon
By Bart Yasso
Race Across America - The Agonies and Glories of the World's Longest and Cruelest Bicycle Race
By Michael Shermer
Ultramarathon Man - Confessions of an All-night Runner
By Dean Karnazes*
50 Marathons in 50 Days - Secrets I Learned Running...And How You Too Can Achieve Super Endurance!
By Dean Karnazes*
*Note - standing next to Dean Karnazes is probably a lot easier than trying to run with him!
Swimming to Antarctica - Tales of a Long-Distance Swimmer
By Lynne Cox
To The Edge - A Man, Death Valley, And The Mystery Of Endurance
By Kirk Johnson
Magical Running - A Unique Path To Running Fulfillment
By Bobby McGee
Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers - The Acclaimed Guide To Stress, Stress-Related Diseases, And Coping
By Robert M. Sapolsky
Bobke II - A continuation of the first book, Bobke
By Bob Roll
Flow - The Psychology Of Optimal Experience
By Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
It's Not About The Bike - My Journey Back To Life
By Lance Armstrong
Ice Bound - A Doctor's Incredible Battle for Survival at the South Pole
By Dr. Jerri Nielsen
Stiff - The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
By Mary Roach