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The 4th annual Family Challenge Tri on July 26 is an event that is unique for its its dual dimensions. It is  highly competitive as well as a the perfect opportunity for first-timers and families. Offering awards for individuals in five-year age groups as well as three relay categories, entire families can compete as a team against their neighbors, racing to have their names engraved on the 'Fisher State Farm Fastest Family' crystal vase. Toss in grandmothers serving post-race goodies including ice-cream and the best door prizes in the county, you have an event that the entire family will love.

This year, cancer patients, survivors and care-givers are also invited to do the same race and be honored the evening before in the first annual SCMAF Cancer Challenge Triathlon. All race proceeds will be donated to Space Coast Medical Associates Foundation to help fight the disease.

This race is not meant to be a one-day affair nor another opportunity to pile the family into the SUV so Mom and Dad can cheer for Junior and Sis from the sidelines. The purpose is to pull the family together for a few weeks of whole body fitness. Perhaps you'll challenge your friends for neighborhood bragging rights. On race day, Mom may be in the pool with Dad and Sis cheering as they ready themselves for the bike and run. Junior may be swimming near mom, doing the entire race on his own.

Whatever the results are on race day, the real benefits are long term. You have just spent a few weeks working together as a family. On the way home, Junior may turn to Mom and say "I bet with a little more training you can take a minute off of your swim. We will have to start training earlier next year."

That is our goal and to help you get ready for this year CoachBernie.org offers a free six-week training plan to help beginners cross the finish line of their first triathlon. This year, the race also offers a four-session clinic to get you prepared for each section of the race, including transition.  Click on link above photo for complete information.

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Click on logo above for free training plan to get you to the finish line!

Good luck with your training and we hope you will clink on the link below to use some of last year's race photos as motivation and encouragement as you prepare for the finish line!

2006 Astronaut Challenge Triathlon Photo Album