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AFLAC IRON GIRL COLUMBIA TRIATHLON

August 23, 2009
Centennial Park - Columbia, Maryland, USA
0.62mi Swim - 17.5mi Bike - 3.4mi Run

There are days left until race day.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED!
Sorry, there is not a waiting list but see below for other options.

If you missed out on registering for the
2009 Aflac Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon,
below are limited additional slot opportunities:

CTA Community Slots - This is a race entry at a higher fee ($250 if USAT/$260 if non-USAT) and the money is donated to the various charities that CTA supports. (You can see the charities - with links - along the bottom left hand side of our website.) This is for individual entries only, NO RELAYS. Once you are sent the link to register, you will have two weeks to register and pay. These entries are NON-REFUNDABLE since the money is donated to charity. Please understand this before asking for a link! The entry fee less any tangible goods that you receive (i.e. T-Shirt, waterbottle, etc.) is tax deductible (contact your tax advisor for more complete information). If you are interested, please contact Sharon.

Team Fight - Support the Ulman Cancer Fund by joining TEAM FIGHT. TEAM FIGHT is a group of caring individuals training together for endurance events while raising funds and awareness to support those affected by cancer and their families. Fundraising minimum for Iron Girl Columbia is $500. Contact Kelly for more information.

Team in Training - Join the Team in the fight against blood cancers! Team In Training (TNT) started in 1988 and is the world's first and largest charity sports training program with over 380,000 completers of all fitness levels crossing the finish line. Train for an event with the Team while fundraising for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's mission: cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life for patients and families. Swim, bike and walk/run with other women who are changing lives, starting with their own! Contact Julie for more information. TNT info

Active Survivors Network - ASN is dedicated topromoting improved quality of life through physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle. They connect survivors with advice and the support of people who understand their situation and their needs. For more information, please email or call 410-823-0563.

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Welcome to the Aflac Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon!
This event is produced in cooperation with Howard County Recreation and Parks and the Columbia Triathlon Association.

Why are you an Iron Girl? Share your journey, struggles, personal achievements, obstacles, etc. Email Iron Girl with your unique story! Be sure to include your contact information, age, occupation, and why you chose to participate in The Aflac Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon. We'd love to hear from you!

We are happy to announce that Troy Jacobson's MultiSport Coaching Group has been named the Official Coach of the Columbia Triathlon Association. If you are interested in professional coaching or training DVD's from someone who has proven results since 1992, please contact Coach Troy! There are many DVD's to choose from -- swimming, cycling, running, yoga, and even IronGirl specific! Different levels are available from the beginner to the advanced triathlete. Remember to put in the referral code "CTA08" to receive your 10% discount off of Coach Troy Jacobson's products and services!

Coverage and Local Stories concerning the 2008 race:
Hometown Annapolis News
Post Race Coverage

Have you wondered what the Iron Girl symbol is, and what it means?
Iron Girl has Grace, actually that is what Iron Girl has chosen to name its logo. Grace is in us all. It's what makes women heroic, charming and limitless. Grace is with us in difficult times and happy times, silly times and sad times. Grace is with us physically, mentally and emotionally. Grace is what makes women special, unique and strong. Grace acts with truth, beauty and spirit. Grace is within you, and you are Grace.
The Columbia Triathlon Association would like to thank YOU for your unique grace and for your spirit and dedication to the sport!

If you live in the DC area and are looking for some female training partners, try Team Luna Chix. They offer group swims, rides and run. And it's free to all who are interested! Contact a team member for more information.

Everyone has their own unique reason for competing and for the 2008 grandmother/mother/granddaughter trio of Diane Krichmar (65), Michelle Hollingsworth (41) and Taylor Hollingsworth (14) it was to honor Diane's husband who lost his battle with cancer last year.

photo credit Jennifer Frediani

A Swim Wave About to Begin!

The Race Begins!

Transition Area at Centennial Park

Iron Girl on the Move!

Above: A participant waves to the crowd with her feet before starting the Iron Girl Triathlon Sunday in Ellicott City. The second annual triathlon drew more than 2,200 women and girls to Centennial Lane Park. The athletes completed a 0.62-mile swim in the park�s lake, 17.5 mile bike ride and 3.4 mile run. The race promotes active and healthy lifestyles among women of all ages.
-Arianne Starnes/The Baltimore Examiner - Monday, August 20, 2007

Press coverage of the race can be found using the following links:
The Business Monthly, October 2007, Howard County Tourism
Washington Running Report
The Baltimore Examiner - Pre Race
The Baltimore Examiner - Race Day
(To see the second page of this article, go to the top of the page and click the arrow to page 24/25.)
Howard County Times.com