August was a busy month in the Atlas Calendar with the completion of our two major events; the McDonald’s Brisbane Marathon Festival on August 5 and the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon on August 19.  We want to thank all of our squad for their patience with us over this time.  We would like to make special thanks to some Atlas members; Inna Atkinson and Susie Bardsley for the hours they spent at registration, Ruth D’hennin for organising all of the Rockers for Knockers team and volunteers (plus all of the Atlas vols who supported her), Helen Greenfield, Nathan Fitzakerley and Dave Ogg for pacing, Dave and Kate Price for managing the elites, Grant Edwards, Dave Matthews, Jack Matthews and Paula Free for lead bikes, Kim Alexander for hosting, Mark Laforest (M1) for commentating both events, Vanessa Ng for her podiatry expertise and of course Greg Biggs for his tireless energy and helping with both the Brisbane and Sunshine Coast.  We are very grateful to everyone who rolls up their sleeves for the events and we thank you.

Alex SLSC Aussie Gold Luncheon

Sunshine Coast – 16th August 2018 at  BCC Cinemas Sunshine Plaza 

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Now in its fourth tour, the Run Nation Film Festival has selected the very best running films to leave your heart pounding and your mind mesmerised. Watch these inspiring stories – and if you’re running at the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon, get pumped for the best running festival in Australia!

Presented by Travelling Fit, the 2018 collection of original short films will focus on human-interest stories that use running as the medium of storytelling.

Two hours of heart-pounding of running – you won’t break a sweat, but you may wipe a tear. From the elite athletes’ experience through to the back of the pack runners, you’ll live the good, the bad and the painful. Because it’s more than just tracks and trails, roads and ultras; these are films that will inspire you to put on your sneakers and pound the pavement.

Sit back and watch real-life stories with heart, soul and passion that will leave you thinking, talking and to inspire you to reach your next level best.

For further information or to purchase tickets please Click Here

Squad sessions are on winter break from Sunday 24th June – Sunday 15th July.  Online programs will continue during this time.

Triathlon Australia’s membership season starts on July 1st.  From June 17th, you can join as a new member, or renew your existing membership.  If you are already a member, your state association will be sending you an email mid-June specific to the type of membership you have, with detailed instructions on how to renew.  Triathlon Australia have compiled all information you will need to know about memberships here.  Don’t forget to select Atlas Multisports as your club when you join or renew!   Atlas membership packs will be mailed out in July.

We will be placing an order for Atlas Hoodies with Scody.  Please place your online or through lisa@atlasmultisports.com.au. Orders will need to be placed and paid for by Thursday 14th June 2018.  We will then receive and distribute the hoodies approximately 4 weeks after order date.

We will be selling Ride for Russ wristbands at Atlas squad sessions for the next 2 weeks.  Please bring your $2 coins to grab one!

Alternatively you can donate to the Ride for Russ Fundraising Page here.

Any donation big or small would be greatly appreciated for the Ride for Russ!

THANK YOU.

We would like to introduce Accredited Sport Dietitian, Steph Cronin, from Perform Dietetics.  An athlete herself Steph has worked with many athletes over the past four years.  

If you are looking for a sports dietitian on the Sunshine Coast we are recommending our athletes try Steph.  She can be contacted on 0432 202 826 and stephcronin@outlook.com.  

Enjoy these two fact sheets to help you understand the importance of your diet when training and racing:

Short Course: https://www.sportsdietitians.com.au/wpcontent/uploads/2017/03/FFYS_TriathlonSprintOD_2016.pdf 

Long Course: https://www.sportsdietitians.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/FFYS_LongCourseTriathlon_2016.pdf

Triathlon Qld is hosting an LTO (Local Technical Officer) course on –

Saturday the 3^RD of March 2018

Brisbane CBD

9am – 1pm

Morning tea and a light lunch supplied

Local technical officials (LTO) operate on site at triathlons throughout Queensland and nationally to ensure events are run safely and fairly for all competitors. Technical officials work on the field of play to enforce the Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules.

Through volunteering as an official, you’ll gain a unique insight into how triathlons and major sporting events are managed, and learn valuable transferable skills. All training is offered free of charge and you’ll also receive a financial contribution each time you volunteer to cover your costs.

The requirements to become a TO include –

• Complete an online Introduction to Officiating course offered by the Australian Sports Commission
• Attend a three to four hour training course and pass a written exam
• Participate in a practical assessment on the field of play (events can be found on the TQ website http://www.triathlon.org.au/State_Associations/QLD/qld/Events/Find_Events.htm
• Become a member of Triathlon Australia (free of charge as a volunteer)
• Sign a code of behaviour agreement
• Attain a Blue Card for child safety
• To maintain your accreditation you need to officiate at least three events a year (these can be local club events whereby a club committee member validates official attendance)

For more information on QLD Triathlon officials please follow this link http://www.triathlon.org.au/State_Associations/QLD/qld/Get_Involved/Officiating.htm

If you are interested or know someone who may be interested please email Tracey Zammit: technical@qld.triathlon.org.au no later than Friday the 16^th of February 2018.

We are very excited to announce that we will be the new event organisers of the Brisbane Marathon Festival.  We are looking forward to continuing the wonderful work of the team from Intraining.  Lock this event into your calendars in 2018!

Click here to read the Sunshine Coast Daily online article.