With an emphasis on fun and fitness, AARP is challenging the 50+ population throughout Texas, and particularly in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, to participate in the second annual AARP TriUmph Classic taking place Sunday, October 6 at North Lake College in Irving. As part of an on-going campaign to promote physical fitness, AARP developed the TriUmph Classic, a challenging but achievable mini-triathlon targeting the 50+ population of all body types and fitness levels. This year the event is being staged in 15 U.S. cities.

The races are sanctioned by USA Triathlon. The short course triathlon includes a 400 meter swim, a 20K bike ride and a 5K run/walk. AARP encourages people of all fitness levels - from couch potato to experienced triathlete - to participate. For those who may be a little intimidated about training for all three legs of the event, or who want to participate with friends or family, AARP welcomes relay teams of three people.

To help participants of all fitness levels prepare for the event, AARP is providing eight-week training programs led by USAT certified coaches that include both classroom and on-site practice sessions. AARP also provides a 12-week self-paced training manual to all registrants. The price for the training is included in the race entry fee of $30 per person or $15 per person on a three-person relay team. An additional $7 one-day fee will be required for non-USAT members. Training for the Irving event will take place August 6 - October 1.

For more information on the TriUmph Classic or to register, go to www.aarp.org/triumph or call (866) 812-2277.