Team,
A lot of exciting things are happening within the Central Florida Tri Club, and this is a great week to take advantage of everything we are building together.
I will be in Orlando throughout the week, so let’s make the most of our coached sessions, support one another, and continue developing consistency in our training.
You do not need every workout to be perfect. You need to keep showing up, follow the purpose of each session, and make the most of the opportunities available to you.
The New CFL Tri Club Uniforms Are Here!
The wait is finally over—our new Central Florida Tri Club uniforms are now available!
Please visit the official team store and place your order as quickly as possible:
Order Your New CFL Tri Club Uniform
Wearing the team uniform gives us an opportunity to represent our club, our community, and one another during training sessions and races. Please order promptly so you are prepared for the upcoming season.
Training Schedule: August 24–30
Monday, August 24 — Swim
Time: 5:30 a.m.
Location: LA Fitness
Begin the week with a purposeful swim focused on technique, efficiency, and consistent execution.
Tuesday, August 25 — Virtual Bike Trainer Session
Time: 5:30 a.m. ET
Location: Zoom
I will be coaching this structured bike trainer session virtually. Please have your bike, trainer, hydration, towel, and equipment ready before we begin.
Join the Virtual Bike Session on Zoom
Meeting ID: 833 4432 2251
Passcode: 038317
Warriors in Training:
3:30 p.m. — Downtown session with Coach Torres
Wednesday, August 26 — Coached Swim
Time: 5:30 a.m.
Location: LA Fitness
We will continue developing swim efficiency, endurance, and confidence. Please arrive early enough to be ready to begin at 5:30 a.m.
Thursday, August 27 — Lake Eola Run
Time: 5:30 a.m.
Location: Lake Eola, Downtown Orlando
Let’s have a strong team presence. Consistency begins by making the commitment to show up, train with purpose, and support the athletes around you.
Warriors in Training:
3:30 p.m. — Downtown bike session with Coach Anne
Friday, August 28 — Bike Testing
Friday is scheduled as our bike-testing day for athletes participating in the Triathlon Performance & Recovery Program.
Follow the individual testing instructions provided through TrainingPeaks. Arrive rested, properly fueled, and prepared to produce an honest and repeatable effort.
Saturday, August 29 — Run and Swim Testing
6:00 a.m. — Run Test
2:00 p.m. — Swim Test
Saturday will provide important baseline information that can help us establish appropriate training zones and evaluate progress throughout the program.
Do not perform extra hard training before or after your assessments unless it is specifically included in your TrainingPeaks schedule.
Sunday, August 30 — Rest and Recovery
Sunday is our scheduled rest day.
Use the day to recover physically and mentally. Focus on hydration, balanced nutrition, mobility, and adequate sleep.
Triathlon Performance and Recovery Program Update
Our Tri Peak Athlete and Winback Triathlon Performance & Recovery Program is growing, and we are excited about the athletes preparing to begin this experience.
We are currently looking for at least four additional committed athletes preparing to race the Haines City 70.3-distance event.
The program combines:
- Structured coaching through TrainingPeaks
- Training-load and workout-completion monitoring
- Baseline, midpoint, and final performance testing
- Strength and mobility assessments
- Recovery and readiness tracking
- Scheduled Winback Care+ recovery sessions
- Garmin and wearable-data monitoring
- Education on training, fueling, recovery, and race preparation
If you know an athlete who is registered for Haines City and would benefit from a more structured approach to training and recovery, please encourage them to contact me as soon as possible.
Learn More About the Triathlon Performance and Recovery Program
September 12: Experience Winback in Action
On Saturday, September 12, we are bringing the Winback Clinical Immersion Tour to Orlando–Maitland.
This event is an opportunity for healthcare, rehabilitation, wellness, massage, fitness, and sports-performance professionals to go beyond simply hearing about TECAR therapy. Attendees will learn how the technology can support recovery, mobility, pain management, rehabilitation, athletic performance, and wellness services—and experience it firsthand.
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Location: Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando–Maitland
Address: 290 Southhall Lane, Maitland, FL 32751
Parking: Complimentary
Event Schedule
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Introduction to TECAR Therapy
A two-hour educational session exploring TECAR therapy and its application in rehabilitation, recovery, pain management, mobility, sports performance, and clinical practice. Eligible professionals may earn two continuing-education hours.
1:00 p.m. | Wellness and Aesthetics Experience
An interactive afternoon session featuring hands-on demonstrations and practical ways Winback can be incorporated into wellness and aesthetics services.
This is especially relevant to the work we are beginning through the Tri Peak Athlete and Winback Triathlon Performance & Recovery Program. Attendees will have an opportunity to see how intentional recovery and innovative technology can complement training, movement, and performance.
Space is limited, so please register early. If you know a healthcare, wellness, fitness, or performance professional who would benefit from this experience, please share the invitation.
Register for the September 12 Winback Clinical Immersion Tour
Coach’s Tip: Prepare for Performance Testing
Testing is not about proving how fit you are in one session. It is about collecting honest information that we can use to guide your training.
Before testing:
- Avoid adding unnecessary intensity.
- Prioritize sleep for at least two nights.
- Arrive hydrated and properly fueled.
- Use familiar equipment and nutrition.
- Follow the prescribed warm-up.
- Record your results and observations.
- Do not begin harder than you can sustain.
A controlled and repeatable test is more useful than an overly aggressive effort that falls apart before the finish.
Healthy Recipe: Tropical Recovery Smoothie
This simple smoothie provides carbohydrates for energy replacement, protein for muscle recovery, and fluids to support rehydration.
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 cup frozen mango or pineapple
- 1 cup milk or unsweetened dairy-free milk
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup ice
- Optional: one handful of spinach
- Optional after longer sessions: one tablespoon of honey
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Add water or milk to adjust the consistency.
- Enjoy after training as part of a complete recovery plan.
Athletes completing longer or more demanding sessions may need additional carbohydrates and a full meal afterward.
Let’s Take Advantage of This Week
The CFL Tri Club is growing, our new uniforms are available, and the Triathlon Performance & Recovery Program is getting underway.
Let’s take advantage of having coached sessions available this week. Be consistent, communicate, support your teammates, and show up prepared to work.
Progress does not happen because of one extraordinary day. It happens because we repeatedly complete the ordinary work with purpose.
Train smarter. Recover better. Keep moving forward.
Coach Hector L. Torres, M.S., M.H.S.
USA Triathlon Level III Coach
39 IRONMAN Finishes
Tri Peak Athlete | Central Florida Tri Club
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