Traditionally, the Richmond Road Race has been synonymous with daunting conditions – think windy, blustery snow and less-than-ideal footing. It's these very elements that add a layer of adventure and excitement to the event. However, this year turned the tables with surprisingly cooperative weather, blessing our runners with great conditions for a January race. This twist of fate allowed participants to focus more on their performance and less on battling the elements.
It's always inspiring to see athletes, both seasoned and new, triumph over the challenges of the race. This year, we witnessed remarkable performances across the board.
The Richmond Road Race is more than just a competition; it's a celebration of community, resilience, and the joy of running. The event's unique challenges, like the unpredictability of weather and the train stoppages, add a layer of excitement and unpredictability that test the mettle of every participant. Yet, year after year, runners come back, eager to face these challenges head-on.
Congratulations to all that raced.
Julia Aimers
CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologist
CSEP High-Performance Specialist
Certified Triathlon, Cycling, Yoga and Swimming Coach
USA Cycling Level 2 Coach
Training Peaks Accredited Coach
A year ago I could only tread water and had not run since childhood. With the amazing Virtual Olympic course, support, guidance, and tips from of all the folks at Team Triumph I've ended the season with my first Olympic distance triathlon under my belt and am hooked! Really looking forward to the 2025 season and even to the hard work over the winter to prepare. Karen Houle
I wanted to let you know that the Perth triathlon was a great experience, I somehow placed third in my age group! What a supportive group of participants (including Team Triumph athletes), cheering bystanders and volunteers.
Thanks to your swim lessons, I learned the technical basics and gained confidence to get back in the pool after decades. And it was really special doing this with Ann Laidlaw, my bestie for many years. We did a couple of additional swims with Kevin and Team Triumph people, also a great way to continue learning and practicing good technical form.
I will continue with lane swimming and who knows, maybe there's another triathlon in my future!
I love the accountability and the structure of the Virtual 70.3 Half Ironman training program. I don't think I would have gotten this far without the program. The accountability is huge for me!
Deborah Jackman