Team In Training's cycling program offers the opportunity to take on the challenge of a century ride (100 miles) and make a difference in the lives of the hundreds of thousands of Americans living with blood cancers.  Along with a customized training program and expert coaching, participants train with a local group of like-minded individuals for motivation and inspiration. This program is open to all levels of cyclists.

Training
Our certified coaches create a 4-6 month training schedule starting at 10-12 miles ultimately preparing you to ride 100 miles in one day. In addition they will teach you to use an efficient pedal stroke, eat right to maximize your energy and stretch properly to avoid injury. If your in the market for a new bike they will help you make sense of the various materials and componets so you get a bike that will help you reach your goals within your budget. Throughout the season the training schedule will include information on how to change a tire and perform regular maintenance to ensure your bike is safe and efficient.

Weekly trainings will include weekly "long-rides" on Saturday mornings. These rides will be about 10-15 miles at the start of the season gradually increasing in distance each week. More advanced riders are welcome to extend their training rides on their own if they wish.

Saturday rides will be supplemented with weekday "buddy rides" after work- usually starting at about 6-6:30 PM. These rides will be led by team captains- past participants who have previously completed a century ride with TNT.

Required Gear
You will need the following to participate:

A bike in good working orderA helmetAt least one waterbottle
You can use any type of bike- mountain, road, hybrid- but if you have not used it in a while we recommend that you take it to a bike shop to get it tuned up and safe for distance riding. If you need a new bike or additional gear please contact our coaches before you head to the store for advice on what will fit your needs best.

 
Team In Training^® (TNT) is currently recruiting for its winter season. Please note that participation in a TNT event is subject to the local availability of group training and transportation arrangements. Please consult the TNT staff at your local Society chapter for additional details.

El Tour De Tucson
Saturday, November 22, 2008- Tucson, AZ
The El Tour de Tucson is one of America's premiere cycling events with an expected turnout of over 5,500 riders, great weather and beautiful scenery. This event also boasts a long list of celebrity participants including Greg LeMond in 2007. A ride for participants of all levels, the couse features traffic control over the whole 109 mile course and a generous number of support stations. November is the perfect time to escape to warm, sunny Arizona for a beautiful and inspiring ride with TNT!

Other rides on the National Capital Area Chapter calendar
America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride- Lake Tahoe- First Weekend in June
This is one of the most awe-inspiring rides you will ever experience. It circumnavigates the roads clockwise around Lake Tahoe in both Nevada and California. This ride promises a journey you will never forget with spectacular scenery, clean mountain air and great entertainment.

Sea Gull Century Ride
This picturesque ride starts and finishes on the campus of Salisbury State University. You'll visit Assategue Island's famous wild horses as you take this tour of Maryland's Eastern Shore.

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