30Sep/26

A Sufferfest with a View: Camelia Rides to Whistler

September 30, 2026Cycling, Gran Fondo, WhistlerMary Jessey

LYNX club member Camelia rode the RBC GranFondo Whistler in September 2026. She shares what the route was like, how she prepared for the climbing, and whether she’d recommend it to otherRead More…

30Sep/26

Something Different: Paddling at the World Outrigger Sprint Championships

September 30, 2026Outrigger RacingMary Jessey

Pat is a longtime endurance athlete and LYNX swimmer. In August 2026, he travelled to Singapore to compete in the World Outrigger Sprint Canoe Championships. He wrote this piece about his yearsRead More…

11Aug/26

From Lakes to Oceans

August 11, 2026Camps, Open Water Swimming, SwimmingOpen Water Swim, swimMary Jessey

Earlier this year, LYNX swimmer Mary Mackie headed to Clearwater, Florida, to attend a Women’s Open Water swimming camp—a weekend of ocean swimming, skill development and plenty of time in the water.Read More…

22Jun/26

Coach Spotlight: Meet Dana

June 22, 2026Open Water Swimming, Run, SwimCoaching, Triathlon TrainingMary Jessey

If you’ve been to a Tuesday night LYNX group swim at the Quarry Park YMCA, you’ve probably met Dana. Today, Dana is an accomplished triathlete, a dedicated swim coach, and a familiarRead More…

25May/26

Race Season Is ON: Big Results & Big Inspiration!

May 25, 2026Back Yard Ultra, Races, Running, SwimmingMary Jessey

LYNX Athletes Are Crushing It 🐾 Race season is officially underway, and we’re excited to share some incredible stories from our LYNX community. From epic endurance challenges to podium finishes and provincialRead More…

15Apr/26

From Pool to Pacific: Carla & Shelly Take on Lavaman Aquabike

April 15, 2026Open Water Swimming, Races, Swim, TravelMary Jessey

On March 29, 2026, Carla and Shelly took on the Aquabike at the Lavaman Waikoloa Triathlon—bringing months of LYNX swim training into open water, wind, and race-day pressure. Meet the Athletes CarlaRead More…

18Mar/26

Sand, Gravel, and Grit: Three Stories from BWR Arizona

March 18, 2026Bike Skills, Cycling, Gravel RidingRace ReviewMary Jessey

Two cyclists with almost no gravel experience. One experienced friend who convinced them to sign up. And one of the toughest gravel races in the world. That’s how we ended up atRead More…

19Feb/26

Triathletes Take on HYROX: A Doubles Race Recap

February 19, 2026HYROX, Strength & Functional MovementMary Jessey

A year ago, I started my “heavy lifting” journey at Optimum Performance Training. I went from learning how to squat, hinge, press and pull properly…to doing it all under real load. ThenRead More…

20Jan/26

Endurance at Altitude 🏔️ – Nafiseh and Roham’s Story

January 20, 2026Hiking, Mental Strength, NutritionMary Jessey

Summiting Mt. Orizaba: A Candid Q&A on Endurance at Altitude Sometimes the best adventures come from a simple, impulsive yes. Last month, club members Nafiseh and Roham took on Mexico’s highest peak—PicoRead More…

17Dec/25

Shannon’s Ironman California Journey

December 17, 2025Ironman California, SacramentoMary Jessey

From Pre-Race Jitters to Finish Line Magic “This race was an unforgettable experience—full of challenges, surprises, and a few laughs along the way. Pre-Race Jitters The anxiety leading up to the eventRead More…