Happy Holidays
From all of us here at Human Powered Racing we would like to wish everyone in the triathlon community and beyond a healthy, happy and successful new year full of personal bests and breakthrough performances. As we enter this holiday …
The Gift of Racing
With Christmas merely a couple of weeks away why not give the gift of health and register someone you know for one of our great events. From SwimRun to Sprint Triathlons to XTERRA, maybe you know someone who is on …
OFF to the RACES!!!
If you are looking for a multisport event in Victoria, B.C. in 2020, we have a race for you. From our youth triathlon series to an International XTERRA event that draws some of the world’s best off road triathletes, Human …
The 70 Percenters
As a coach, I have watched countless athletes push themselves to be their best YEAR ROUND! I often refer to these athletes as the “70 percenters”. They are always racing. Whether it is a casual Saturday group ride in November, …
Ironman Canada Camp – May 15-18
Join Human Powered Racing athletes as well as Ironman Canada Champion Jasper Blake and athletes from B78 Coaching this May long weekend in Penticton, British Columbia for 4 great days of training on the original Ironman Canada course. What you …
Desert Camp 2020
If you are looking for a solid 6 day training block leading into the season, look no further than this 6 day camp. After a few years away, Human Powered Racing is heading back to the desert and the training …
Kona Race Report
My Ironman journey started in 2011 with Ironman Canada. On August 30, 2020 (my birthday) that same race will likely be my final full Ironman distance race. In 2015 I was awarded a spot in the World Championships at Ironman …
XTERRA Victoria 2020
ANNOUNCEMENT There is a race, part of the XTERRA Pan Am Race Series and XTERRA World Tour, on an island off the West Coast of British Columbia, Canada. The race is XTERRA Victoria. The race is renowned around the world …
Human Powered Racing 2020
We are looking forward to an exciting 2020 with a lot of exciting camps/ races/ events on the horizon; Ironman Canada, ITU Grand Final, California Camp, Bermuda Camp, Tucson Camp, Penticton Camp, Parksville 360…. If you are looking for a …
Calgary 70.3 Race Report
Please bear with me as I’m new at this race report business… I have many a time thought of writing a little something post race but just never got the time to do so afterwards. I feel as though I …
Summer Training
Summer might be winding down but that doesn’t mean there aren’t still some fun workouts to be done. Tonight – 800m run/ 5k bike/ 800m run some fun, friendly competition between team mates! Source https://humanpoweredracing.ca/2019/08/summer-training/
Ironman Mt. Tremblant
Congratulations to Human Powered Racing athletes Dominic and Crystal Bergeron on their great finishes at the Ironman Mt. Tremblant this past Sunday. Dom and Crystal overcame much adversity (mostly from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident) in this past …
Highlights from SwimRun 2019
We had a splashing time at SwimRun 2019! Thank you to our committed volunteers, supporters of all ages, and to our incredible athletes! See our photo gallery. These are some of our favourite moments: Source https://humanpoweredracing.ca/2019/08/highlights-from-swimrun-2019/
Calgary 70.3
Congratulations to Human Powered Racing athletes Christopher Mavrikos as well as Michael and Jennifer Campbell on their great races at the Calgary 70.3 this past weekend. Jenn won her age group and qualified for the the 2020 70.3 World Championship …
Second Annual SwimRun Success 2019
This morning at Thetis Lake we had our second annual SwimRun Victoria! Congratulations to all of the athletes who came out to challenge this course. Thank you to the many community partners and volunteers who help make this event work, …
Ironman Canada Race Report
Doing an Ironman race was a goal I have had for many years but circumstances never aligned and was never in one place long enough to give it the commitment that I felt it required. It wasn’t until 3 years …
Ironman Canada/ Whistler 70.3
The final Ironman Canada in Whistler, B.C. took place this past weekend. After a 7 year run, Ironman will return to where it all began; the home of Ironman triathlon in Canada, Penticton, B.C. After a few years with extreme …
XTERRA Victoria 2019 – Race Day Video
A special thank you to presenting sponsor Arbutus Physiotherapy and Health Centre and to all the volunteers and athletes that made for such a great day of racing. Source https://humanpoweredracing.ca/2019/07/xterra-victoria-2019-race-day-video/
Moments from XTERRA Victoria 2019
Thanks to all of the athletes, volunteers, and supporters who participated in XTERRA Victoria this year! We had a great time, and here are some of our favourite moments! Source https://humanpoweredracing.ca/2019/07/moments-from-xterra-victoria-2019/
Top Photos from Triathlon of Compassion 2019
We’ve been looking back on the Triathlon of Compassion, and pulled out some of our favourite moments from the day! Thank you to everyone who came out to support this important community event and make it a success! Source https://humanpoweredracing.ca/2019/07/top-photos-from-triathlon-of-compassion-2019/
SwimRun Victoria
A Look back at last years inaugural event. Registration is open for this years race on August 11th. Source https://humanpoweredracing.ca/2019/07/swimrun-victoria-2/
July Update
A lot has happened in a very short time at Human Powered Racing! Nancy Carleton was crowned National Champion for the 7th time in her age group at the Apple Triathlon in Kelowna. After coming out of the water with …
Successful XTERRA Victoria 2019
Excellent race day everyone! Congratulations racers on some excellent times. The results are posted and you can find them on the race site at www.xterravictoria.ca! Source https://humanpoweredracing.ca/2019/07/successful-xterra-victoria-2019/
Prepped for XTERRA Victoria 2019
Great to see so many new and returning racers ready for tomorrow’s XTERRA Victoria! Julie Baker, last year’s winner in the women’s championship race says, “so many great trails, and great athletes, the race will be very exciting!” Good luck …