Just Us Girls-La Femme Sportive: Just Us Girls Info

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You may become a "fan" and visit our MESSAGE BOARD and see how we organize our workouts and generally stay connected.
Please read all the way down the page for complete information about our Network including:
2011 JUST US GIRLS EVENTS [frequently updated as we receive more info]
2011 JUST US GIRLS Q&A

If you need to talk to someone: (559) 227-6805  (8 a.m. to 9 p.m.)

Most of your questions can probably be answered here ...
if not, contact us via email: justusgirlstc@yahoo.com

Q: How much does it cost to become a member?
A: $50 for new members | $50 for renewing members. Membership runs late January to
November. Contact us directly for fee schedule when joining later in the Season (June or later)

Q: What do I get for $50?

• Full access to our web site: roster, handouts, message board, etc
• Discounts at local shops and some events
• Training guides available for download
  
• Socials and Clinics throughout the Season
• Being a part of the most faboo network around with the best-looking gear

Q: I'm a beginner, can I join?
A: Sure! We have members at just about every level.

Q: I haven't exercised in years, can I still join?
A: You bet! It's never too late to begin a fitness routine. Check with your doctor and start very slowly. YOU are YOUR OWN best coach/guide, etc.
Remember, your participation in any training, workout, event is OF YOUR OWN VOLITION. Anything downloaded from our site is information we have collected from various sources. We do not endorse/enforce/require you to follow this information. The Just Us Girls: La Femme Sportive Network does not sponsor/endorse any specific workout, training or event. Girls may post on our Open (Member/Fan) Forum of their own free will and you may participate if you so choose.

Q: I don't know how to swim, can Just Us Girls teach me?
A: No, sorry we cannot teach you to swim. We can help you understand the swim workouts and certainly give you tips on open water swimming. There are a few sources we know of in the Fresno/Clovis area for swim lessons. We are happy to share those with you.
OPEN WATER SWIMMING is a dangerous endeavor and you should be an accomplished swimmer before you go up to a Lake swim or participate in a triathlon with an open water swim leg. Do not expect/anticipate someone coming to your aid whilst swimming in an Open Water training. Do verbalize your skill-set before dipping your toes into an Open Water swim. Fins are always helpful, especially if you get tired.

Q: I don't have a road bike, can I ride my cruiser or my mountain bike?
A: Sure ... but it may not be as much fun on the road-specific rides. Cruisers and mountain bikes are heavier and the knobby tires make it harder to roll as quickly as a road bike. You can certainly race triathlon on a mountain bike but you might want to look into "slicks" (smooth tires). The majority of our members have road bikes. Some of our members do race mountain bikes at MTB events, including special MTB triathlons. We hope to build our MTBiking and Cyclocross group this season!

Q: I'm not much of a runner, does this matter?
A: We all have a "problem" area. We have a few walkers and run/walkers. These ladies endeavor to run at some point. You will see most people running or run/walking a triathlon, duathlon and/or marathon/half marathon event.

Q: I don't have access to a computer, can I still join?
A: It will prove to be very difficult as we rely upon email and our Message Board to keep connected. We recommend members check their email and get on our website at least twice a week to keep current with Network happenings!

Q: Are there mandatory meetings? Monthly dues?
A: No and no. There is definitely nothing mandatory about Just Us Girls: La Femme Sportive ... well, except to have fun!

Q: Are there set workouts during the week and/or on the weekends?
A: Members are free to post workouts, trainings, other events on the web site. We are a NETWORK to enable you to connect with like-minded women. If you train with a fun running group: POST IT and invite other gals to join you. Do you have a great swim coach at your Masters workout? POST IT!
We will be doing the Nike Women's Half Marathon and the Two Cities Half Marathon with a training guide that can be downloaded as a Guide specifically for these two events, or follow your own training plan.
We ENCOURAGE you gals to take the initiative and form training groups and encourage each other to be accountable and GET OUT THERE!
It's like a gym membership: you get what you put into it. If you don't post on the Board and/or show up to a training/event ... well, you get the picture.

Q: How do I connect with the ladies in Just Us Girls?
A: There is a Message Board where members can post just about anything. We also keep an active Roster where you will find telephone numbers and email addresses listed for members.

Q: Can I "try" out Just Us Girls before I join?
A: Sure! We allow a few weeks of limited access to our web site. You will be able to visit the Message Board and see what is happening with trainings and/or Socials. Socials are a great way to meet many members and chat with them about their experiences.

Q: So what's up with the guys training with you?
A: We love the gentlemen that often accompany us on our trainings! We ask all our "mens" to check the testosterone at the door. These guys are respectful of us and our workout. Many have been heard to say they work harder training with us ... and have more FUN!

Q: Can my kids train with me?
A: For the safety of your children, our workouts are for members or prospective members who are 18 years or older. We created Just Us Girls to be an outlet for women who wanted to work out and connect with other women in a healthy, less stressful environment. After a workout with the Girls you may find yourself refreshed and re-energized when you rejoin your family and/or life commitments. There are situations where children, family and friends are invited to attend. These are clearly "advertised" through email and on the Message Board.

Q: How fast can I become a member?
A: How fast can you fill out a membership form and write a check? JOIN US NOW!

Due to members' busy-busy schedules we organize our trainings/workouts via the Message Board!
Check the Board out for Mid-Week and Weekend workouts.
It's listed at the top left of the navigation column.

Don't be shy. If you sit around waiting for others to post, well then, you might be sitting
around and waiting! We are like a Gym membership ... if you don't get into the gym, not
much is going to happen. It might take a post or two to get things going but post and
"they will come." We are a Resource for your training needs and we endeavor to point you in the
right direction, if we can.

You will receive a weekly training guide (once you fill out your membership form and pay your fees!)
which is usually emailed out over the weekend. We list a low end and a high end for each training.
YOU are your own best coach and know your strengths and weaknesses. We do have a coach
who is available via email to answer your training/racing questions.
(email us: justusgirlstc@yahoo.com)

NEW AND RENEWING MEMBERSHIPS
Download this form, fill out and attach check.
If mid-Season (June onward), contact us for current fee.

Mail to the address listed at bottom of the form.
If you cannot download and/or print this form email us at justusgirlstc@yahoo.com
and we will mail it to you.

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We have participated in many of these events and some are brand-spankin' new to us!
Discounts may apply, check with Director.
Many of the events are here in the Valley but you are free to participate in any event YOU choose.
With gas prices expecting to hit the $5/gal range, we wanted to be sensitive to costs.

Some events have not updated their 2011 date, check back frequently during the early part of the year.
We hope to be adding a variety of events for our TENTH season! Help us out by sending us your event! It can be anything: paddling, hiking, running, walking, swimming, riding ... the sky is the limit!

MARCH:
BLOSSOM TRAIL RIDE | SATURDAY MARCH 5
22nd Annual Event
25m: 9:30a / 45m: 8:30a / Metric: 7:30a
Cricket Hollow Park in Reedley
NO SAME DAY REG THIS YEAR
Can be cold at the Start but usually warms up: dress to peel off layers
www.blossombikeride.com/

SPRING FLING DUATHLON | SUNDAY MARCH 20
Woodward Park [more info to come]
4 mile run / 14 mile bike / 2 mile run
www.sierramultisport.com/

APRIL:
MILLERTON LAKE TRIATHLON  | SATURDAY APRIL 16
Madera-side of Millerton Lake, Fresno
sierramultisport.com

MAY:
MHST (UVAS) TRIATHLON XVII | MAY 16
UVAS Reservoir, Morgan Hill CA
3/4m swim /1 6m bike / 5m run
Beautiful course!
Morgan Hill CA
usaproductions.org

CALIFORNIA CLASSIC WEEKEND  |  MAY 21, 22
Fresno Classic Century, Metric and Mini-Metric Ride, Saturday
Fresno Classic Half Marathon, Sunday
http://www.californiaclassicweekend.com/

JUNE:
BASS LAKE TRIATHLON | JUNE 5  New Event
Bass Lake CA
Olympic & Sprint Distances
www.basslaketri.com

MILLERTON MILE OPEN WATER SWIM  |  JUNE TBA
www.sierramultisport.com

JULY:

HENSLEY LAKE MT BIKE TRIATHLON | JUNE 11
www.tri-this.org
SPLASH & DASH DUATHLON (or JULY 9)  to be confirmed
Hensley Lake, CA
www.splashdashfresno.com

CHINA PEAK SPRINT TRIATHLON &
HUNTINGTON LAKE HALF MARATHON  |  JULY 23  New Events
China Peak Sprint Triathlon: Swim .5 mile / Bike 16 miles / Run 3 miles
Huntington Lake Half Marathon: 13.1 miles
http://www.tbfracing.com/events/chinapeak.html

SAN FRANCISCO MARATHON & HALF MARATHON | JULY 31  New Event for Us
http://www.thesfmarathon.com/

SANDMAN TRIATHLON | JULY 31 (tentative date)
Seacliff Beach, Aptos CA
1/2m ocean swim / 15m bike / 4.2m sand run
Nice, small, well-run event!
scsla.org/sandman

AUGUST:
SANTA BARBARA TRIATHLON  |  AUGUST 27, 28
Long Course, Saturday
Short Course, Sunday
Registration open March 1, 2011
Get your hotel NOW as everything sells out immediately (if not already) 

SEPTEMBER:
SMOKEY BEAR RUN  |  SEPTEMBER 24 (not confirmed)
Bass Lake, CA
10K and 2M Runs, Kids Races

OCTOBER:
GOLDEN STATE SPRINT TRIATHLON  | OCTOBER 9
Discovery Park Sacramento CA
1/2m river swim / 14m crit-style draft-legal bike / 3m flat run
tbfracing.com/events/goldenstate.html

6th ANNUAL VALLEY GIRLS RIDE | OCTOBER TBA
The Girls LOVE THIS Event!
Something for everyone: 10-Mile, 35-Mile & Metric
Wild Water Adventures, Clovis CA
www.valleygirlsride.com

NOVEMBER:
TWO CITIES MARATHON & HALF | NOVEMBER 6
Awesome half-marathon right here in our own backyard: flat and fast.
Boston-qualifier. Second running of the full marathon for this year!
Event sold out ... register by October.
Tons of swag, great after-race food, massage, volunteers.
Lots o' bang for your buck!
runfresno.com