News Archive
Feb 1, 2012
Xterra Wetsuit discount code
Hey everyone. Our Xterra wetsuit rep has passed along a discount code to the club so if you are in need of a wetsuit just get in touch with us at fmct.trainers@gmail.com and we'll pass it along!
Nov 3, 2011
Sunday long run series
This Sunday will kick off our weekly long run series. This Sunday's run will be a 10.5k loop of the Egg Nog Jog route, starting from the rail trail:
http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/56584788
Jan 2, 2011
Giving Thanks
When you are an endurance athlete you balance careers, families, friends with an internal drive that pushes you outside of these perimeters and commitments to pursue your sport. As often as we share this experience with others it is also a solitary time.
Oct 5, 2010
Ironman Warner, 70, off on Hawaiian 'vacation'
The following article is re-printed from http://www.insidehalton.com/sports/article/880244--ironman-warner-70-off-on-hawaiian-vacation
Aug 9, 2010
Sky's the Limit update
Article on Sky's the Limit website...
http://www.stlonline.phanfare.com/4781685
Aug 9, 2010
Sky's the Limit
The following article appeared in the Brampton Guardian
http://www.bramptonguardian.com/community/article/858381--sky-s-the-limit
Jun 23, 2010
Xterra Promotion on backpacks
Xterra is offering us the following promotion on their transition backpack. Check it out, it looks pretty good!
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May 6, 2010
Local club lays out welcome mat for all
...as printed in the Brampton Guardian Booster
On any Saturday or Sunday, if you see a motley group of runners or cyclists, happily tacking the open road, chances are they are members of the Fletcher's Meadow Cross Trainers (FMCT).
May 6, 2010
Bike Handling clinic
Dave Jenkins will be putting on a bike handling and transitions clinic on Thursday, June 3 (see attached), dependent on interest from FMCT members. This would be free to FMCT members. Please reply to Dave so that he may gauge how much interest there is for this event.
Dave fit2tricoach@gmail.com
May 4, 2010
Club Championships
Once again this year, the Annual OAT Club Championships are being held at Guelph Lake. We participated as a club in this challenge last year and the participation by club members was impressive. So much so that we came second place in the participation competition (or was it third place). Well we'd like to try that again.
Apr 30, 2010
FMCT Open Water Swim
In April 2010, the executive from FMCT met with staff from the City of Brampton regarding the continuation of the open water swim at Professor's Lake. I am happy to report that we are once again going to have the open water swim at Professor's Lake.
Apr 11, 2010
The 100 Day Run Challenge is now over !!!
Congratulations to everyone who accomplished their goals or had fun trying. This was the
3rd year of the Challenge and it was by far the most successful year. We had the highest
number of participants and the highest number of runners who qualified for the coveted
FMCT 100 Day Run Challenge Award.
Feb 5, 2010
Gatineau / Ottawa Marathon Weekend Details
Please review the following details relating to the above noted training / racing weekend.
Jan 21, 2010
Registration for 2010 now open
Registration for your 2010 membership is now open. For details, click here.
Jan 1, 2010
100 Day Run Challenge is Underway
The 100-Day Run Challenge has begun and there was a large turnout this morning at the Running Room
for our first run.
Dec 30, 2009
100 Day Run Challenge
It looks like 2010 will be a great year for the 100 Day Run Challenge. We have a record number
of participants and it keeps growing. With that in mind we are going to have our official kick off
for the Challenge on January 1st, 2010, at 10:00am from the Running Room in Brampton.
Dec 30, 2009
Upcoming road-trip events for 2010
As we prepare to close out 2009 and embark on our journey through 2010, there are a few dates that we would like to bring to your attention that you may want to build into your training schedule..
Oct 6, 2009
Fall & Winter Training Programmes
Here is what we have planned for the 2009 Fall/2010 Winter Season...
Note: These programs are only available to club members. Non-club members may participate on a trial basis, one time only, by signing a risk and liability waiver.
Jun 25, 2009
Open Water Swim Start Date-Thursday, June, 25th at 6:30pm
The Open Water Swim will start
this Thursday June 25th, at 6:30pm.
Jun 25, 2009
Bike Maintenance Clinic-Wednesay, July 1st
Free bike maintenance clinic with Keith from Fitness Technique. This will last for approximately 90 min.
Date: Wednesay, July 1st
Location & Time: TBD
Jun 25, 2009
MEGA DAY-Final Update
Well it looks like MEGA DAY 2009 is going to be our biggest yet, with 40 people confirming their attendance for the training plus a number of families coming up to enjoy the BBQ after......
Jun 17, 2009
MEGA DAY, SATURDAY JUNE 27th
Mega Day 2009 is coming on Saturday June 27th. Not only do we have a great morning of training planned for you, we've also got a great social event planned for you and your family.........MEGA DAY BBQ.
Jun 7, 2009
Professor's Lake Open Water Swim Update
.....the Open Water Swim will NOT start on June 11th but rather on June 18th, once
again depending on the water temperature reaching the minimum of 68 degrees.
Jun 7, 2009
Guelph Lake Club Championships Reminder....
This is mainly a reminder for those intending to do Guelph Lake that today is the last day to signup without the late penalty fee......
Jun 3, 2009
FMCT Weekly Update - Muskoka Training Weekend
This past weekend was the Muskoka training weekend in Huntsville. 25 club members spent 2-3 days of solid training up there. Most of us cycled and ran along the scenic Muskoka 70.3 bike course....
May 15, 2009
Weekend Bike Rides-May 14th
...I am going to show up Saturday morning at the library on Creditview at 8:30am and ride for about 90K.. maybe a little more..
Mar 20, 2009
Sunday Run - March 22
Hi Guys n Gals
I was going to say Guys and Dolls like the old movie title, but I thought I had better not as sometimes those old movies are not the most politically correct and I would not want to offend any of the female members of the club so I went with Gals, I trust that is alright.
Mar 12, 2009
Sunday's Run - Mar 15, 2009
Hi Everyone
As I sit to write the email regarding this Sunday's run meeting place and time, I find myself troubled.
For some reason unbeknownst to me or my family, but much to her concern, I have taken to watching.. sigh.. American Idol..
Jan 23, 2009
Sunday's Run - Jan 25, 2009
We had such a good turnout last week in Inglewood we are going to do it all over again this week. This week's adventures calls for a trip to the Twin Peaks. What are the Twin Peaks you ask??..
Jan 15, 2009
Sunday's Run - Jan 18, 2009
Good Day Sports Fans and Couch Potatoes alike
I trust all are enjoying the warm spell we are in the middle of, I hope it cools off for the weekend as I don't do as well in the heat. Joking aside, do be careful on the ice!
Dec 18, 2008
Dec 21 Sunday Run
Hi Everyone
For our run this Sunday's we are scheduled to make a a stop in the lovely city of Hamilton.
Dec 9, 2008
Summer 2009 Excursions
Hi Everyone
Our calendars can certainly fill up quickly and as such we thought we should
send out an email that gives a quick rundown of some training / race / FMCT
activity dates that we are currently working on.
Dec 4, 2008
Sunday Group Run
As Brian mentioned in his weekly email we will again be heading to Terra Cotta for this Sunday's run.
- departure time of 9:00am.
Nov 28, 2008
Sunday Long Run
This weeks Sunday run takes us back to Terra Cotta to run the roads that will host the upcoming Egg Nog Jog. Good prep for those who are running the race and for those who not it is just a great place to run.
Nov 8, 2008
Gazzola third at world duathlon championship
BRAMPTON - Laura Gazzola gives credit to a lot of people who helped her to finish third in her age category at the recent World Duathlon Championships in Rimini, Italy.Even though she was the one who did the long hours of training she said there were so many others who made her good showing possible.
Oct 24, 2008
Long Run This Saturday (October 25th, 2008)
This Saturday (October 25th, 2008) we will be meeting in the parking lot of the Terra Cotta conservation area at 9:00am and will be running the Egg Nog Course (approx. 12 kms). It looks like it might rain so dress accordingly and bring a dry set of clothes for afterwards.
Oct 24, 2008
NEW: Weekly Long Run
In preparation for the rest of the Fall running season and the fast approaching Winter running season we will be starting our Weekend long run and our weekly Wednesday run.
Oct 17, 2008
2008 Winter Spin Class
The Indoor Bike Training sessions will take place at:
Location: South Fletchers Sportsplex
#500 Ray Lawson Blvd., Brampton
Oct 16, 2008
Next Weekend YEAR-END PARTY
Next Weekend YEAR-END PARTY
This year's year end part will be held at Ian and Michelle Jay's home in Terra Cotta on Saturday October 25th at 7 p.m.
Oct 16, 2008
Fall bike show this weekend
A once-a-year, seven-hour sales blitz
Saturday, October 18, 2008 10 am - 5 pm
Oct 15, 2008
Laura takes bronze at Worlds
Ok, so this is late news... but Laura Gazzola recently picked up a bronze medal at the World Duathlon Championships in Rimini, Italy.
Oct 3, 2008
Adopt a Road Clean-up
Final Adopt a Road clean up set for Saturday Oct11/08.
Since we have all been riding on these roads all season, it is a nice way to give back to the community and the environment.
Aug 19, 2008
CONTRAGULATIONS SIMON WHITFIELD
Simon wins the silver.
http://triathloncanada.com/en/newsdetails.ch2?uid=Home&newsarticle_id=2937
Jul 29, 2008
OPEN WATER SWIM Thursday July 31, 2008
Water conditions back to normal at Professors Lake
Jul 25, 2008
2nd Mega Training Day
MEGA DAY Training is geared towards all athletes participating in any of the upcoming Tri/Du Events
Jul 24, 2008
OWS Cancelled July 24, 2008
Professors Lake bacteria levels is unacceptable due to heavy rainfall
Jun 23, 2008
Weekly Email
Hi Everyone: Since its officially Summer. Its time to start some serious racing. Serious it was, for the first weekend of the Summer of 2008.
Jun 9, 2008
Weekly Email
Anyway.. so how about a little gibberish.. I like to call this stuff I have learned of late..
Jun 12, 2008
Mega Training Weekend
On Saturday June 28/08 FMCT will hold its first Mega Training day featuring lots of running and biking. Check back for more details.
Jun 1, 2008
Weekly Email
May 19, 2008
Weekly Email
May 5, 2008
Weekly Email
Apr 28, 2008
Weekly Email
Apr 25, 2008
Congratulations to our Boston crew
Six of our number successfully completed the Boston marathon this past weekend:
Brian Hastings: 2:56:57
Bill Vieira: 3:06:04
Brad George: 3:17:11
Brent Passmore: 3:21:36
Don Sardinha: 3:36:15
Shanta Oudit: 4:12:59
Apr 7, 2008
Weekly Email
Hi Gang
I hope this email finds you well and in good spirits!
We had our first what we can describe as warm weekend of the season with temperatures soaring to a high of 13 or so..
Mar 31, 2008
Weekly Email
Good Morning All
I hope this email finds you well and in good spirits!
Mar 24, 2008
Weekly Email
Happy Easter to those that celebrate and for those that don't please take advantage of the opportunity to have a chocolate egg! It's always nice to have a long weekend and this one was no exception..
Mar 13, 2008
Retail Sales Tax Exemption for Bicycles
Sales Tax (RST) exemption for bicycles and related safety equipment which will be effective from December 1, 2007 to November 30, 2008.
Mar 12, 2008
Spring Pilates Schedule
Michelle Jay has announced a new pilates schedule. Classes begin starting April 12.
Mar 12, 2008
Weekly Email
Saturday run is from Running Room at 9:00. Choose your distance, choose your pace, its all good.
Mar 7, 2008
Uniforms UPDATE
Please remember the deadline for uniforms is tomorrow. If you want to place a last minute order let me know at Saturday’s run.
Thanks,
Gavin
Mar 6, 2008
Saturday run UPDATE
Please Note that this Saturday's run location is the Running Room at Steeles and Hwy 10 at 9:00am start time. Routes can be of varying distances up to and including 30kms give or take. You are your own running control board.
Mar 4, 2008
FMCT Reminder List
- Uniform Order – less then a week to go.
- FMCT & OAT Membership Renewal – Expires March 31/08
- Run4hope – Race Day Sunday, April 13/08
- Bike Show – This upcoming weekend
- Time Change – Saturday Night
Mar 3, 2008
Weekly Email
this weeks run is back to Inglewood.. couple of hills.. but all in good fun..
Feb 25, 2008
Weekly Email
This weeks run on saturday will be out of the Running Room at 9:00am
Good Day Ladies and Gentlemen,
I hope this email finds you well and in good spirits! I am sorry that I am a little late with my weekly update...
Feb 25, 2008
Brief race report: Peterborough Half Marathon
Here is a brief race report from Brent Passmore who raced in the Peterborough Half Marathon...
Feb 23, 2008
Run4hope in the news...
...taken from the Brampton Guardian: http://www.thebramptonguardian.com/brampton/sports/article/43636
The Fletcher's Meadow Cross Trainers Triathlon Club (FMCT) will be holding its fourth annual Fletcher's Meadow Cross Trainers Run4Hope 5 kilometre and 10 km running race at Fletcher's Meadow Secondary School on Sunday April 13 at 9 a.m.
Feb 18, 2008
Weekly Update
Hi Everyone, Lots of snow, lots of wind, throw in a little freezing rain and ice and it looks like it's February. I hope you are all having a good time training both in and outdoors. If you need a little warming up, you can always stake a trip to Balmoral pool in Bramalea the water is .. near tropical!!
Feb 17, 2008
2008 Registration Forms
The deadline for both membership registration is March 31, 2008.
Feb 11, 2008
Run for Hope
The Run4hope committee has being working on the 4th annual Run4hope Race since November arranging and organizing details concerning to the race.
Jan 30, 2008
100 Day Run Challenge
Want to see what kind of whacky run training some of your friends and fellow members are doing?
