Eric Limkemann

"ISM seats keep me more comfortable than I realized! I tried a friend’s bike for a ride recently and could barely sit for more than a minute! Once you’ve ridden an ISM Seat, you’ll never go back. Now if only you guys could do something to make my legs feel as good as my seat on the long rides! Thanks!"

HOME: Dayton, OH
NICKNAME: I was “Link” in college because no on could say my name
MUSIC: Rock and Roll. Old or new. Fergie is also very good to me for some reason.
FAVORITE FOOD:

Anything with bread or pasta. Chai Tea is a must as well.

HOW YOU RELAX: I like to read a good book, play Wii, and spend time with my wife
HOW YOU PREPARE
FOR AN EVENT:		 I train hard the weeks and months beforehand. The few days before, I relax and enjoy the results.
RECENT ACHIEVEMENT: Winning my first pro race last September. Westchester Triathlon. I hope to add to the win column again soon!
FAVORITE QUOTE: It doesn’t get easier, you just get faster…
WHAT'S IN YOUR TRANSITION
BAG YOU CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT:		 Rubber bands and athletic tape… I always seem to need them at the last minute.
WHERE YOU SEE
YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS:		 After making the Olympics in 2012, I would like to try my hand at the half ironman/ironman scene. I’ll also be spending more time with my wife and family!
YOUR WEBSITE: www.ericlimkemanntriathlon.com

ABOUT “YOU”

I swam in College at the University of Pittsburgh until 2004 where I hold 3 school records in the 500, 1000, and 1650 freestyle.  I graduated with a degree in exercise science and went on to complete my masters in Exercise Physiology.
I am a swim coach for the past 4 years and have coached swimmers that have achieved olypmic trials standards down to first time swimmers.

I was married in 2005 to Ashley and we have a dog named Ivan who reminds us that we are not ready for kids any time soon!

I started triathlons in 2005 after breaking my collarbone in a cycling race in the summer of 04. I was nominated for Amateur of the Year in 2006 and I turned pro in 2007. I won rookie of the year last year and I’m looking to improve in all areas this year!

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• 8 top 10 finishes as a professional
• Columbia swim course record holder
• USAT Professional Rookie of the Year, 2007
• USAT Amateur Triathlete of the Year Nominee, 2006
• 11th in ITU Amateur World Championships, 2005