Matt McCurdy returns to the Ironman to help fund United Against Human Trafficking

Houston, TX -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/15/2018 -- After a 10-year hiatus from triathlons, Houston native Dr. Matt McCurdy will compete in the Ironman North American Championship held in The Woodlands, Texas. McCurdy has two goals for his return to the triathlon. He wants to qualify for the Ironman World Championship and his wants to raise money to help fight human trafficking.

McCurdy is a holistic cancer doctor and radiation oncologist in Austin (mccurdymd.com). As a holistic practitioner, he encourages his patients to use physical activity as a tool to lessen side effects of cancer treatment and even to prevent recurrence. "I hope to inspire patients to incorporate physical activity into life; even a little bit helps – a walk with friends, a swim at the pool."

During the last decade, Dr. McCurdy has continued to run competitively while helping raise his young children. Now that they are older, he has recommitted to the Ironman, "Distance adds purpose to my life. It demands physical and psychological endurance and gives me a platform to raise money and awareness for causes I support."

McCurdy is indeed using the upcoming competition to focus attention on an issue critical to Texas: human trafficking. He is working through United Against Human Trafficking, a non-profit established in 2005. UAHT leads a coalition of Houston-area non-profits, faith-based organizations, government agencies/entities, and others working to end human trafficking.

As the fourth largest city in the country, Houston's air and sea ports, major freeways, rail systems, and its proximity to Mexico make it a "popular point of entry" for traffickers. According to the UAHT website, trafficking victims include young children, teenagers, men and women, U.S. citizens, and foreign immigrants who are subjected to force, fraud, or coercion for exploitation or forced labor. UAHT works to end human trafficking through awareness, education, and outreach.

To prepare for the upcoming Ironman, McCurdy trains with Third Coast Training, one of five USA Triathlon Certified Performance Centers. "Matt is an elite athlete training for the toughest of all triathlons," says Johnny Shelby, Third Coast Training coach.

Shelby knows. He trained McCurdy for the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii in 2006. At Third Coach Training, they support their athletes by taking the guess work out of training with performance testing in their training lab. "We look for fatigue markers and make sure athletes are building endurance and not being counter-productive," Shelby explained.

Dr. McCurdy understands the value of training. In 2018 alone, he has been a high-performance competitor, taking Overall Masters Champ in the Austin 3M Half Marathon in January, the Austin Marathon in February, and the Capital 10,000 10K in March. McCurdy says he chose Third Coast Training to get him ready for the Ironman because "they will get me to the start line injury-free as fast as possible. Training with Third Coast is efficient and enjoyable."

Anyone interested in supporting McCurdy's fundraising efforts should visit the UAHT website at uaht.org/donate. He asks that all donations be sent directly to the charity. Donors can choose to designate his charity drive.

About Third Coast Training
Owned and operated by Johnny Shelby, Third Coast Training is a USA Triathlon Certified Performance Center catering to Greater Houston triathletes of all fitness abilities. The Center's range of services include performance testing, massage therapy, private swimming instruction and are perfect for triathletes of all skill levels. In 2013, USA Triathlon recognized Third Coast Training as one of the nation's USA Triathlon Certified Performance Centers.

More information about Third Coast Training is available at thirdcoasttraining.com.

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Third Coast Training, a USA Triathlon Certified Performance Center, today announced it's race awards for Outloud Productions 2014 season in Houston,Tx. Each race has awards going 5 deep in each of the age-group categories totaling $12,000 in prizes.

Pasadena, TX -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/11/2014 -- The 2014 triathlon season is in full swing and many Houston triathlon competitors are looking for venues to meet their triathlon lifestyle. Third Coast Training took notice of how well supported and organized Outloud Productions race events are managed. Outloud Productions offers events ranging from sprints which are great for beginners to the more challenging half iron distance for veteran triathletes.

"Third Coast Training has been a leader in Houston triathlon coaching and performance testing since our inception in 2007 and we're proud to continue to grow as a company and be a sponsor of Outloud Productions. Together we continue to reach both first-time, veteran, and elite triathletes. With the new triathlon season we felt it was time to step up the prize depth to generate excitement and continued support of the triathlon community. The prizes offer an opportunity for new and veteran triathletes to experience a USA Triathlon Certified Performance Center. We hope the impression and experience will increase the athlete's vitality and passion for the sport," said Johnny Shelby, Owner of Third Coast Training.

About Third Coast Training
Third Coast Training is committed to triathletes of all abilities and bringing to the triathlon community performance testing and triathlon coaching that offer exceptional value and results. Third Coast Training is powered by innovation, driven by passion, guided by integrity, and measured by results. Through extensive research, insight and experience, Third Coast Training combines the art and science of triathlon coaching in Houston to create and provide services that excite triathletes and inspire brand loyalty.

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On February 15th Pro cyclist Michael Pincus will be coaching triathletes and cyclist the finer points of bike handling and cornering.

Pasadena, TX -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/16/2014 -- Houston triathletes are you ready to step up your game and gain confidence in your cornering and bike handling abilities? On February 15th Pro cyclist Michael Pincus will be coaching triathletes and cyclist the finer points of bike handling and cornering at the Third Coast Training USA Triathlon Certified Performance Center. Michael a native Houstonian started racing in 2007 and currently races for UCI registered Continental level team Astellas Oncology.

"If you want to be faster and more confident on your bike, it's not just a matter of putting the miles in and improving your fitness. You'll also need to think about good technique and preparation. Easy mistakes can cost you valuable time and effort, but with practice these can be easily be improved, resulting in more confidence, less energy consumption and higher speeds, so you'll no longer be lagging behind your competitors or puttering over the finish line way off the pace," said Michael Pincus, Pro cyclist.

The free bike handling and cornering clinic will be suitable for beginner and veteran triathletes and cyclist looking to improve their race time on the bike by learning how to corner properly and avoid bleeding off to much speed. In addition to the class room segment there will be hands on instruction for all riders.

For more information and registration please visit www.ThirdCoastTraining.com

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Pasadena, TX -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/13/2014 -- Third Coast Training, a USA Triathlon Certified Performance Center, today announced a new branding campaign to coincide with the launch of the new 2014 season in Houston,Tx. The update to Third Coast Training's corporate branding reflects it's dedication to it's client base and on extensive consumer research and analysis. As the triathlon coaching and performance testing services of Third Coast Training has advanced over the years, the new logo and website reflects Third Coast Training's evolution as a company and the ever growing appeal of the sport of triathlon.

"Third Coast Training has been a leader in triathlon coaching and performance testing since our inception in 2007 and we're proud to continue to grow as a company, a brand and a lifestyle. As our impact continues to reach both first-time, veteran, and elite triathletes, we felt it was time to update our logo to serve a more well-rounded first impression and to more fully capture the vitality and passion behind our services and experience," said Johnny Shelby, Owner of Third Coast Training.

Designed to represent the disciplines of the sport and services offered by Third Coast Training, the new logo and website more fully captures the essence of the Third Coast Training brand.

About Third Coast Training
Third Coast Training is committed to triathletes of all abilities and bringing to the triathlon community performance testing and triathlon coaching that offer exceptional value and results. Third Coast Training is powered by innovation, driven by passion, guided by integrity, and measured by results. Through extensive research, insight and experience, Third Coast Training combines the art and science of triathlon coaching in Houston to create and provide services that excite triathletes and inspire brand loyalty.

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