Q: What is your name and where do you live?
A: Michael Robinson, Queensbury, New York
Q: What is your age?
A: 45
Q: What is your occupation?
A: General Manager Autoworld Jeep/Suzuki and German Auto Haus
Q: How long have you been participating in triathlons?
A: 3 years.
Q: How long have you been coached by Kevin Crossman?
A: 1 year
What is your favorite race, and why?
A: Lake George Triathlon. Great Olympic Distance and our local Tri Club event. Train on the course for the event and 5 minutes to get home.
Q: What is your favorite piece of triathlon equipment?
A: My tri bike. I really enjoy banging out miles early morning. My Polar 625x also is a great investment as it keeps everything you need a touch away.
Q: What are some of your career highlights as an
athlete (not necessarily triathlon)?
A: Making my college football team as a walkon. Becoming co-captain for 2 years was also a great highlight. Finishing Ironman Lake Placid in my first Ironman distance changed my life.
Q: What are your triathlon goals for the 2008 season?
A: Four ˝'s and two Olympics.
Q: What is your long-term goal in the sport of triathlon?
A: Twelve-hour Ironman
Q: What are 3 foods someone would always find in
your refrigerator/cupboards?
A: Oranges, balance bars, and instant oatmeal. Heineken Light for when I am training with Jim Fox. :)
Q: Do you specialize in a particular triathlon distance?
If so, why that
distance?
A: No
Q: What advice would you give to a 'newbie' in the
sport?
A: Hire a coach. It will make your life easier.
Q: Do you have any secret training tips? (Not really
secret if you share, huh?)
A: Lay out your workout gear the night before - be prepared.
Q: Please list your favorite workout:
A: 90 minute Tempo bike ride
Q: Any thoughts you want to share?
A: Training with a full time job (50-60 hours a week) and 3 kids does not leave a lot of time. Hire Coach Kevin and get the most out of it. His plans are simple, easy to follow. He is always available for you to talk to him or email.
August 2008: Patrick O’Keeffe
July 2008: Jason Chlopecki
June 2008: Mara Fronhofer
May 2008: Pat Grasso
April 2008: Tami Olheiser
March 2008: Michael Robinson
February 2008: Bob Stocks
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