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Access to Discovery World and Art Museum | Address | Awards | Awards Ceremonies and Team USA Lounge | Bike Check-In and Out | Bike Course Riding | Bike Support & Rentals | Challenge Team Division | Clydesdale and Athena | Course Nutrition | Drug Testing | Events App | Event-Day Communications | FREE Youth Splash and Dash | FREE Conversation with Olympian Laura Bennett | Open Water Swim Competition | Packet Pickup & Race Expo | Parking | Rules Enforcement | Pre-Race Webinar | Sportsmanship | Swim & Water Temperature | Timing Chips | Volunteer | Weather

2022 Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships - Webinar

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Access to Discovery World and the Milwaukee Art Museum - No Access Without A Ticket

USA Triathlon would like to thank Discovery World and the Milwaukee Art Museum for graciously supporting the Age Group National Championships once again. As our event significantly impacts their operations, we kindly ask that if you wish to enter either facility, you purchase a ticket. Neither Discovery World or the Milwaukee Art Museum will admit any person without a ticket to their facilities. There are no public restrooms available for non-ticket holders to either museum. Athletes will need to utilize the portable restrooms located throughout the venue. Click to learn more about each museum and purchase tickets: Discovery World and Milwaukee Art Museum. Check out what these world-class attractions have to offer!

Address

The address for the 2022 Toyota Age Group National Championships is 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Transition area is located directly outside of Discovery World. There is no parking at the venue and drop-offs are highly discouraged. Athletes and spectators are encouraged to walk, run or ride to the venue while following all traffic laws.

Awards 

The following award categories will be presented at the 2022 Toyota Age Group National Championships:

• 10 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
  • Olympic-distance Triathlon (non-draft): Ages 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, etc. through 90-94 or older
  • Sprint-distance Triathlon (non-draft): Ages 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, etc. through 90-94 or older
• 3 places deep (female/male/non-binary)
  • Clydesdales in Olympic and Sprint Nationals: Ages 39 and younger, 40-59, 60+
  • Athenas in Olympic and Sprint Nationals: Ages 39 and younger, 40-54, 55+
  • Open Water Swim Competition: Overalls, 15-39, 40-59, 60+, PC Open
  • Time to Tri Open Sprint: Overalls, 15-39, 40-59, 60+, challenged team
  • Time to Tri Open Olympic: Overalls, 15-39, 40-59, 60+

For specific race entry and award eligibility requirements, please see the registration page. Clydesdales and Athenas will race in their respective age group. But those who have identified as a Clydesdale or Athena during registration are ALSO eligible for a separate set of Clydesdale and Athena awards.

Awards Ceremonies and Team USA Lounge presented by KT Tape

Awards ceremonies will take place at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, located at 400 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203.

Saturday, Aug. 6:

• Team USA Lounge presented by KT Tape: 4-8 p.m.
• Olympic-Distance Awards Ceremony: 5:15-6:45 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 7

• Team USA Lounge presented by KT Tape: 12:30-4 p.m.
• Sprint Awards Ceremony: 1-2:30 p.m.

View the Team USA page for more information on claiming Team USA slots.

All-American Recognition

The USA Triathlon National Rankings are one of the great benefits you receive as a USA Triathlon annual member. Rankings allow you to see how you stack up against friends, family, co-workers and others in your age group across the country. This year, we will also be awarding All-American status for National Championships. For Age Group Nationals, the top 10% of athletes per age group will earn this recognition in the Olympic and sprint national championship races. Upon completion of the event, an electronic certificate will be sent to each athlete honoring their accomplishment. In addition, a complete list of all member rankings is posted right here. 

Bike Course - NO Riding on the Hoan Bridge/794 Outside of Race Days

For your safety, riding on the Hoan Bridge and I-794 is illegal and strictly prohibited. DO NOT attempt to ride on the Hoan Bridge or 794 which are south of the race venue outside of race days. The road will not be closed before race day and will only be closed during permitted race times. Lincoln Memorial Dr., the Hoan Bridge and 794 will be completely closed to vehicular traffic during racing. People found riding outside of designated times may be ticketed by the police.

There is not a course preview planned. Riding on any other city streets, including Lincoln Memorial Dr., is at your own risk and all cyclists are required to follow traffic laws.

Click here to view the course maps.  

Bike Support and Rentals

USA Triathlon's Official Bike Support Partner Playtri is returning to Milwaukee with their expert in-house mechanics for the 2022 Toyota Age Group National Championships. Playtri offers the highest quality rentals, repair and maintenance services for you and your bike. They'll keep you riding and racing smooth on the road! They are a full service shop available onsite to take care of additional services leading up to and on race day. Click here to learn more and book rentals or services today.

Challenged Team Division

USA Triathlon is excited to partner with myTEAM TRIUMPH to offer a Challenged Team division to be apart of the Time to Tri Open Wave! myTEAM TRIUMPH is an assisted athlete organization dedicated to enriching the lives of people with different abilities through the teamwork approach of endurance athletics. Each team is comprised of a “Captain”, the athletes who are differently abled and an “Angel”, an able bodied guide. Be sure to cheer on these athletes as part of the final wave of the sprint distance race on Sunday.

Clydesdale and Athena Weigh-In Procedure

Each championship race will offer a Clydesdale and Athena division. Clydesdales (males 220 lbs or greater) and Athenas (165 lbs or greater) must indicate their desire to be recognized as such during the registration process for each race.

All Clydesdale and Athena athletes will be required to weigh-in each race morning to be eligible for awards. The scales will be located in transition area and a staff member will be present to record the athlete's weight. Athletes should only be wearing essential race gear for the weigh-in and cannot be holding other items like nutrition or water.

Athletes MUST meet or exceed the minimum weight each morning or prior to your first race of the day. Athletes who fail to meet the minimum weight OR who fail to weigh-in will not be eligible for Clydesdale or Athena awards. 

Course Nutrition

Drug Testing

USA Triathlon takes clean sport and anti-doping very seriously. In accordance with U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) regulations, athletes may be drug tested at this event. Should drug testing occur, there are strict protocols that must be followed and will be coordinated by the on-site USADA representative as well as a USA Triathlon staff member. For information on USADA, please click here. For a list prohibited and banned substances, click here.

Events App

All athletes, spectators, family, and friends are encouraged to download the USA Triathlon Events App. Users can follow the progress of athletes as they race through each of USA Triathlon’s Owned National Championships. Click here to download today.

Click here for app FAQs.

Event-Day Communications

In the event of an emergency or the need of USA Triathlon to communicate important information on event-day, please stay tuned to USA Triathlon's social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter (@usatriathlon and @USATlive), your email, the USA Triathlon Events App, and venue PA announcements.                                      

Zone3 Open Water Swim Competition

The 750m Zone3 Open Water Swim Competition will allow athletes to gain access to a competitive race either as a tune up for Saturday and Sunday races or for those not racing to be involved in the overall event weekend. The timed competition will see athletes receiving a swim cap and t-shirt, along with awards for top placing athletes. With spots for only 300 total people, be sure to sign up now! Registration is $45 - click here!

BOA Nutrition Packet Pickup & Race Expo

The race expo and BOA Nutrition Packet Pickup for all events will occur at the race venue on Thursday, Aug. 4 from 2-6 p.m. and Friday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Late packet pickup for Sprint distance only will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6. There is no race day packet pickup except for the Zone3 Open Water Swim Competition on Friday. The expo will also be open on race days, some vendors as early as 6:30 a.m.

FREE Youth Splash and Dash!

The 2022 Age Group Nationals Splash and Dash will take place on Friday, August 5 at 5:00pm at Lakeshore State Park on the Pebble Beach near Discovery World (500 N. Harbor Drive). Aquathlon or 'Splash and Dash' is a fast-growing sport that combines swimming and running, no bike required!

Children ages 7 to 10 will do a 100-meter swim and a 1k run. Children ages 11 to 15 will do a 200-meter pool swim and a 2k run. This event is sanctioned and produced by USA Triathlon as a part of the 2022 USA Triathlon Toyota Age Group National Championships weekend.

Children of all experience levels are welcome to participate. The Splash and Dash will not be timed, leaving the focus on participation rather than competition. The event is FREE and will also include a FREE USA Triathlon Youth Annual Memberships for all kids.  Kids will need to wear a swimsuit and bring their own towel and running shoes to participate!

An Olympic Conversation: Two-Time Olympian Laura Bennett with Husband Greg Bennett (FREE)

Join Laura and Greg Bennett on Friday, August 5 at 3 p.m. for an intimate conversation about her path to the Olympics and success on the World Triathlon circuit. This event is FREE and open to the public. It will take place at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena (same venue as the awards ceremonies) located at 400 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203.

Laura is a two-time Olympian who took fourth at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games and finished 17th at the London 2012 Olympic Games. 

A North Palm Beach, Florida native, Laura was a noted swimmer and runner through high school. She decided to swim at university and got a walk-on scholarship at SMU, Texas, where she won the NCAA championship. Laura began competing in triathlons when she was ten years old, and in 1994, she was named USA Triathlon’s Junior Triathlete of the Year. 

Laura represented the USA at Fourteen World Championships and won four world championship medals. She won four World Cups, podiumed at twenty-four, and won four USA National titles. She was named Triathlete of the year in 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2010.

At the tail end of her career, she raced a handful of Ironman 70.3s, won two, and had several podiums. Laura competed in one Ironman, Ironman Boulder, and finished 2nd on debut. 

Today, Laura and her husband, Australian Olympic triathlete and former world number one Greg Bennett, live in Florida with their two children; Greg hosts the popular podcast The Greg Bennett Show and is developing the Any Question app.

Parking

Purchase a Parking Pass for Saturday and Sunday - purchase now

Milwaukee Parking Map - view map

There will be no on-site parking at this event, though there are some garages and lots nearby. Note that most hotels are within walking distance of the venue. Athletes are encouraged to walk, run or ride to the venue while following all traffic laws.

Rules Enforcement

At this USA Triathlon National Championship, rules violations will be enforced on-course. In other words, all penalties will be notified and served while the athlete is competing. Additionally, all athletes are required to complete all prescribed courses in their entirety.

For more details on how rules will be enforced at this national championship, please click here.

Sportsmanship

USA Triathlon Sportsmanship Creed

As competitive athletes and members of the triathlon community, you know there is no better feeling than succeeding in your endeavors in sport. As a competitor at USA Triathlon events, you have a responsibility to demonstrate the highest standards of sportsmanship per the USA Triathlon Rulebook (Article III, Sections 3.3 and 3.4, Line b.), and as such, should always show respect for the sport, your fellow athletes, race staff, officials, volunteers and spectators. Each individual athlete shares this responsibility, which includes refraining from the use of improper language and conduct detrimental to the community at large. This rule will be strictly enforced and disrespectful language or conduct will not be tolerated.

For more information on USA Triathlon rules and sportsmanship, please reference the USAT Competitive Rules.   

Swim and Water Temperature  

According to Article IV, Rule 4.4, the wetsuit rule is stated as follows: 

“Each age group participant shall be permitted to wear a wet suit without penalty in any event sanctioned by USA Triathlon up to and including a water temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit.” 

Due to the nature of the Age Group National Championships, no athletes will be permitted to wear a wetsuit if the water temperature exceeds 78 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Latex allergies: If you have a latex allergy, please let USAT staff know and you will be provided with a non-latex swim cap. 

Live Water Temperature link

Timing Chip

Timing chips must be returned after the event - they are NOT disposable. If you are participating in multiple races, you will receive a separate chip for each race. Your chip must be returned at the completion of your race at the finish line. If you forget to return your chip, you can return it by mail. Lost chips result in a $95 replacement fee. Mail lost chips to:

Sportstats USA

112 54th St. SW Suite 106
Grand Rapids, MI 49548

Volunteers Information

Volunteers - Read here to access the volunteer manual and learn everything you need to know about volunteering at the 2022 Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships.

Volunteers are critical to a safe a successful event! If you, a friend, a family member, or your organization can spare time to volunteer at one or multiple shifts, your time is greatly appreciated. There are flexible shifts available with numerous opportunities to participate, including supporting course aid stations, registration, finish line and more. All volunteers will be provided with a meal and shirt for their time.

USA Triathlon events could not be executed without the support of our volunteers, so thank you in advance for the part you will play in helping our athletes chase their goals/dreams and achieve competitive excellence. If you have any questions or run in to any issues when registering as a volunteer, please reach out to nationalevents@usatriathlon.org.

Weather

 

For the Weekend of Age Group Nationals
Sunrise Time	Sunset Time
5:50 AM	8:02 PM
Avg. High Temp	Avg. Low Temp
75 F	66 F
Water Temp
Live Water Temperature link

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Ixcela does this by testing the functionality of the gut microbiome and then creating a personalized action plan with a registered dietitian based on the athlete’s goals, their Ixcela data, and their willingness to change. Personalized recommendations include which foods to eat, which lifestyle practices to focus on, and even which supplements to take based on testing results.

The Ixcela test was developed by two MIT biochemists, Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle and Dr. Wayne Matson, and is the only gut health test done with a pinprick blood test—not a stool test. No mess! This makes it easy, accurate, and convenient to do at home.

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Cousins Subs

Cousins Subs is a Milwaukee-based sub sandwich concept celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. As a proud member of the southeastern Wisconsin community, we are proud to support the athletes, their families and all who are involved in putting on the 2022 Toyota Age Group National Championships!