Register by Dec. 31, 2011, to Save on Manitou, MinneMan and TwinCities Triathlons
EDEN PRAIRIE, MN. - Dec. 7, 2011 - Triathlon season in the upper Midwest has ended, but planning for the 2012 race season starts now for Minnesota's endurance athletes. OptumHealth Performance today announced the schedule for its 2012 OptumHealth Performance Triathlon Series - three triathlons offering athletes of all levels an opportunity to compete in some of the best triathlon courses in Minnesota.
Novice to elite triathletes can register now for the OptumHealth Performance Series at www.OptumHealthPerformance.com/events.php. Early-bird registration rates (through Dec. 31, 2011) are available. Athletes who register for all three OptumHealth Performance Series events by Feb. 1, 2012, will receive a free OptumHealth Performance Series TYR backpack.
"From packet pickup to the finish line, triathletes at our events get a first-class experience," said Kris Swarthout, events director and OptumHealth Performance coach. "Our races provide a big event feel with signage, flags, course marshals, and police and medical staff to ensure safety. After each race, athletes receive their personal split times immediately, and have access to free massages and our coaching staff to talk about their race performance."
The three USA Triathlon-sanctioned events, presented by OptumHealth Performance are:
Race 1: Manitou Triathlon
Sunday, June 10, 2012 - Ramsey County Beach in White Bear Lake.
Since 1990, the Manitou Triathlon has been a must-do season opener for novice to elite triathletes. This sprint distance triathlon, with its flat course, is relatively "easy" for novice triathletes, while those more experienced can focus on speed. The Manitou Triathlon was voted Minnesota's best run course by Minnesota Tri News readers in 2010.
Entry fees:
Early-bird: Now-Dec. 31: $65.00
Regular: Jan. 1-May 31: $75.00
Late: June 1-June 8: $95.00
Race 2: MinneMan Triathlon
Saturday, June 30, 2012 - Lake George Regional Park in Oak Grove.
This race offers a scenic, flat course that is both challenging and rewarding. MinneMan is a three-time Triathlete's Choice Race of the Year. In 2012, in addition to the sprint distance, a new Olympic distance has been added along with improved wave starts.
Entry fees:
Early bird: Now-Dec. 31: $65.00
Regular: Jan. 1-May 31: $75.00
Late: June 1-June 28: $95.00
Race 3: TwinCities Triathlon
Sunday, July 22, 2012 - Harriet Island in Saint Paul.
This signature event is back for its second year. Dubbed "An instant Classic," racers will once again ride the current and race downstream in the Mississippi River, challenge themselves on the famed Ohio Street climb and run through Minnesota's scenic capital city.
Entry fees:
Early bird: Now-Dec. 31: $99.00
Regular: Jan. 1-June 30: $115.00
Late: July 1-July 20: $135.00
Current OptumHealth Performance-coached clients and All Access Pass members who register for these events receive two VIP credentials for race days. OptumHealth Performance Series VIPs receive reserved, front-row parking at each event, food vouchers and access to a VIP tent and reception areas.
About OptumHealth Performance
OptumHealth Performance offers personalized athletic coaching services, performance testing and analysis, group classes, sports psychology, nutritional counseling, and treatment and recovery services in its USAT-certified training facility in Eden Prairie. OptumHealth Performance also presents the OptumHealth Performance Triathlon Series for athletes of all levels.
About OptumHealth
OptumHealth is part of Optum, a leading information and technology-enabled health services company dedicated to making the health system work better for everyone. OptumHealth is a leader in population health management, helping 60 million Americans navigate the health care system, finance their health care needs and achieve their health and well-being goals. OptumHealth supports the physical, mental and financial health of individuals with solutions offered through employers, health plans, public sector programs and health care providers. Visit www.optum.com or www.optumhealth.com for more information.
