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March Athlete Spotlight - Meet Paul

Mar 5, 2020
2 min

March Athlete Spotlight - Meet Paul

Meet our March Athlete Spotlight, Paul Wilson. Paul is part of Team Paragon now for the third year, and he has regularly pushed himself at our evening adult swimming practices. Paul is on his way to his first full IRONMAN event at IRONMAN Wisconsin in September 2020! He lives and trains by the mantra, "I Will Not Quit." Age: 57 Occupation: Pastor, Life Coach How long have you been swimming, cycling, running, or doing triathlons? I embarked on my triathlon journey six years ag

Beyond Exercise

Jan 7, 2020
5 min

Beyond Exercise

This last December (yeah, just a month ago), I was struggling with some motivation and a direction for my 2020 athletic season. Many people might think that's pretty normal. December is a super hard month for working out when you consider the holiday parties, the abundance of sweets, and the end of a long year of training and racing. 2019 had been a pretty big year for me athletically. I raced 11 times in 2019 including my 5th Ironman in 26 months. It's normal to feel a bit u

1 Kona Qualifier, 6 First-Time IRONMAN Finishers, and 3 More PR Performances!

Nov 26, 2019
1 min

1 Kona Qualifier, 6 First-Time IRONMAN Finishers, and 3 More PR Performances!

It was a stellar weekend for the Paragon Training crew at IRONMAN Arizona. We had 6 first-time IRONMAN finishers: Raul Correa, Dale Londos, Elvia Rodriguez, Alberto Rodriguez, Diana Ruderman, and Agustin Salvat! Kelly McConie, Ildar Mannapov, Justin Nix, and Jose Vaquedano were our returning IRONMAN competitors. Ildar, Justin, and Jose all set huge new personal records (PRs)! The time drops from previous PRs were 35, 75, and 82 minutes, respectively. That's an impressive show

November Coach Spotlight - Meet Jerett Gordon

Alli Koch, with Jerett Gordon

Nov 7, 2019
2 min

November Coach Spotlight - Meet Jerett Gordon

We are excited to announce a new triathlon coach on the Paragon Training staff team! Meet Jerett Gordon. Jerett has been on Team Paragon as an athlete for two years now, but he has been racing and coaching for much longer. With over 15 years of experience doing the sport, 10 years of coaching, and a background in biomedical engineering, Jerett is going to be a great asset for our athletes on the pursuit of excellence. Age: 35 Occupation: Homeschool dad, coach, entrepreneur Ho

Paragon Training - [3rd] Largest Triathlon Club in Waco

Oct 29, 2019
2 min

Paragon Training - [3rd] Largest Triathlon Club in Waco

Team Paragon had over 30 athletes racing this past weekend in Waco, Texas for the Ironman 70.3, which made us the third largest triathlon club competing in the event. [Ironman updated their club participants from the race on the 29th, listing us as third. Previously, we posted that Paragon Training was first or second in number of competitors]. With numerous first-timers and many more returners, it is an achievement for the team to celebrate. Paragon Training will move from D

10k in Bali, Ironman in Texas

Kacey McQuiston

Apr 30, 2019
2 min

10k in Bali, Ironman in Texas

After a quiet, relaxing, carb-loading Easter weekend with family and friends two weeks ago, our athletes switched gears this past weekend and were racing all over the globe to burn off those extra calories. Our athletes packed their bags, put their goggles on, and laced up their shoes to show off their hard training. All distances were covered from 10k to full Ironman! We couldn’t be happier of the efforts our members put out. Ironman Texas Pablo Bueno proved that a full dist

Ruderman and Correa Dig into the Well

Dec 12, 2018
1 min

Ruderman and Correa Dig into the Well

This past Saturday, Diana Ruderman and Raul Correa raced Ironman 70.3 Indian Wells La Quinta in California. Another Ironman 70.3 is in the books. Ruderman reports that the race was cold. Competitors rolled off the sandy beach into a chilly, 57-degree Lake Cahuilla. At 48 degrees air temp, coming out of the water wasn't very welcoming to Ruderman or Correa. Both still had great races despite the cold and longer transitions. Correa came into the finish at 5:31:55 and Ruderman f

Beatriz Amazes at #IMAZ

Nov 19, 2018
2 min

Beatriz Amazes at #IMAZ

Another first-time IRONMAN crossed the line this past weekend! Beatriz Gamboa Salvat made her debut in Ironman Arizona on Sunday. She finished the 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run in 15:19:17. Ironman Arizona is a favorite among long-distance triathletes. The course offers a one-loop swim, three-loop bike, and three-loop run course along Tempe Town Lake. Congratulations Iron(wo)man! Texas Tough Duathlon Also this weekend was the Texas Tough Duathlon, a run-bike

Flowing into PRs at Ironman 70.3 Augusta

Sep 24, 2018
1 min

Flowing into PRs at Ironman 70.3 Augusta

Three Paragon Training athletes headed to the Peach State this past weekend for a memorable morning of swim-bike-run. Ironman 70.3 Augusta is one of those races US triathletes should put on their schedule, especially if you need a boost of swimming self-confidence and a new swim leg PR! Nothing beats a downstream swim. The rest of the course is a beautiful roll through the Georgia countryside and a 2-loop run through the town of Augusta. Unofficial results put Carlos Miranda

From 5k to Bike Racing to Ironman

Sep 10, 2018
2 min

From 5k to Bike Racing to Ironman

A five-strong team of Paragon athletes laced up their shoes and dashed off for a competitive run around Gruene, TX this past Saturday. The Gruene 5k/10k is a fast and scenic road race, and for the 10k runners, it challenged athletes with one huge hill in the last .2 miles of the race. The team had a lot to celebrate after the race. Diana Ruderman won the 5k overall! Kathleen O'Shea won her age group in the 5k and set a new PR! Raul Correa placed 2nd in his age group for the 5

The Return to Buffalo Springs

Jul 6, 2018
2 min

The Return to Buffalo Springs

On June 24th, athletes represented Paragon Training at the Ironman Buffalo Springs 70.3. At this year’s race, Paragon Head Coach, Mark Saroni, looked to defend his title as the former champion. On the Saturday before the race, the athletes got the chance to view a panel of past champions and local legends, including Mark, where they answered the burning questions of the crowd about the race including proper hydration, mid-race mantras, and predicted race times. Representing P

First Time Ironman Athletes Tackle Boulder With Success

Jun 22, 2018
2 min

First Time Ironman Athletes Tackle Boulder With Success

On June 10th, the months of hard training that consisted of early morning swims before work, long weekend days on the bike, and long runs on tired legs came to fruition for many Paragon athletes in the form of Ironman Boulder 140.6. This race was the “A” race for both seasoned in Ironman and those who chose this race to be their first. The race took place in Boulder, Colorado. With an altitude of over 5,000ft of elevation and record highs in temperature across the state, the

5ks, Ironman 70.3s, Road Races, and More! Paragon Stretches Wide

Jun 4, 2018
2 min

5ks, Ironman 70.3s, Road Races, and More! Paragon Stretches Wide

On Saturday morning at the Luke Holler 5k, we remembered the sacrifices that have been made for our freedom. This race was the 3rd annual memorial "Fun Run/Walk" in honor of Luke who was KIA 11/2/06. Many Paragon athletes participated, and all proceeds went to "The Recon Sniper Foundation" and local Veterans Organizations. Ildar Mannapov placed 3rd overall in a time of 20:54. In Chicago, Kathleen O'Shea raced the Miles for Melanoma 5k on Saturday. This was another fundraising

"I felt so calm...it freaked me out"

May 21, 2018
3 min

"I felt so calm...it freaked me out"

A huge congratulations goes out to Sanaa Cody, for an astounding performance at Ironman Santa Rosa on May 12. Cody finished 9th in her division with a finish time of 11:57:28. The road to an Ironman is always a long one. Often we wonder, at least some point during the training or racing, "what was I thinking?" For Cody, her peak training came at a time when work was at its busiest - tax season. "Countless 4 AM wake up calls, 6:00 AM Saturday bike rides, and 5 AM solo runs and

A BQ for Decker

May 8, 2018
2 min

A BQ for Decker

Congratulations to Travis Decker, who qualified for the Boston Marathon! Decker raced the Colorado Marathon in the Fort Collins area on Sunday. He won fourth place overall, and his fast-paced 2:43 finish landed him a slot at Boston. Team Paragon athletes Hal Candland and Carlos Torres raced Ironman 70.3 St. George this past Saturday. Both in very competitive fields, Candland finished his FIRST Ironman 70.3, placing 34th in his age group, and Torres placed 28th in his age grou

February Coach's Spotlight - Meet John David (JD)

Feb 6, 2018
2 min

February Coach's Spotlight - Meet John David (JD)

Meet John David (JD) Chacon. JD enjoys coaching athletes as they pursue their fitness goals, and he has a valuable role in each athlete's success as part of the Paragon team. As 'the fun coach,' JD has helped the team grow and improve over the last year and a half, balancing humor and skillful instruction on the pool deck. JD coaches Paragon's homeschool USA Swim Club, the masters swim group, and the UTSA Tri Club swimming practices. He also assists Paragon in other training

Swim into STAGS

Jan 15, 2018
1 min

Swim into STAGS

Dive in and go for it. Paragon Training's USA Swim Club competed at the South Texas "B" Championship Meet this weekend in downtown San Antonio. Ten of our athletes competed and six earned "BB" times! This qualifies them for the Junior STAGS meet in February in Palo Alto. On Friday, Team Paragon had its team "Meet & Greet" at The Block. Team Paragon is the racing club aspect of Paragon Training, with USA Cycling, USA Triathlon, Ironman, and Masters Swimming club affiliations.

January Athlete Spotlight - Meet Raul

Jan 9, 2018
1 min

January Athlete Spotlight - Meet Raul

Meet Raul A Correa. Raul has been with Paragon Training since he started triathlon 5 years ago. One very long, spontaneous bike ride led him to start making changes in his life to get healthy and fit. He has since become an exceptional athlete. We are honored to have Raul as part of our USA Cyling, USA Triathlon, and Ironman clubs. Age: 47 Grade: MBA International Business, Restaurant owner How long have you been doing triathlons? 5 years Why do you like doing triathlons? It

Let the New Year Begin!

Jan 8, 2018
2 min

Let the New Year Begin!

Paragon athletes are starting off the New Year with new goals, new successes, and the same old will to challenge themselves through endurance sports. This past weekend, Andrew Joy raced off road, over hills and barriers, and through the sand at the Cyclo-cross State Championships in Fort Worth, Texas. Joy competed in the Cat 4 race on Saturday and placed 30th. On Sunday, Joy raced again in the U23 race, and here he earned a 4th place finish. Travis Decker competed in the 6th

December Athlete Spotlight - Meet Mia

Dec 5, 2017
1 min

December Athlete Spotlight - Meet Mia

Meet Mia Arguello. She loves swimming and has been with Paragon Training since the beginning. We are honored to have her as part of our USA Swim Club. Age: 12 Grade: 7th How long have you been swimming? 6 years Why do you like swimming? I like to swim for the stress relief and the social aspect. Favorite post-workout or race meal: Ramen noodles College plans? I would like to go to an art school. What do you want to be when you grow up? I would like to be an artist. What is s

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