Integrity Multisport (IMS) is bringing some inspiration and motivation your way! Welcome to our new "Feature Stories," where we will highlight remarkable people who have overcome tremendous hurdles to find their way to "triathlon" and are repeatedly involved with IMS events and giving back to triathlon and their communities. We are beginning this series with Adam Ciperski, whom many of you know and have raced with, but what you did not know is his incredible journey to find triathlon. 

An eventful and interesting life brought Adam Ciperski to triathlon. Like many young men, he grew up in school playing football, and then he went off to college towards a career in Psychology, earning a BA in Psychology, MSEd in Counseling, and a MBA. He presently works as a Customer Success Executive and gives back to the triathlon community as a brand ambassador for Integrity Multisport and Mack Cycles. 

Mr. Ciperski has lived in numerous places during his lifetime, from coast to coast, such as New York and California, and settled in Miami, Florida, around 2002 with his supportive wife, Carla, daughter, Sofia, who is also a triathlete, and son, Theo, who is in college for acting. 

Shortly after Adam's brother Zachary started college something went very wrong. He had kidney blood test markers that were being monitored in high school, but shortly after beginning college, his kidneys were failing. He needed a transplant. Adam was the best match and did not think twice about giving his younger brother one of his kidneys.

This was the beginning of an arduous journey for both brothers, especially for Adam. On October 5th, 2000, these two young men were wheeled into surgery and would wake up very different men. The surgeries went as expected, and Zachary's new kidney worked great! They left his poorly functioning kidneys in and added the third to be the least invasive possible. He was walking around feeling fantastic and was released from the hospital the next day. On the other hand, Adam had a much longer recovery because his surgery was more invasive. The surgeons had to cut out two ribs to get to the kidney behind them, leaving him with two fewer ribs and a large indentation and scar, which looked like a giant shark bite. Oh, the stories he could tell since he is now a triathlete who lives near the ocean (LOL). He spent several days in the hospital feeling like a truck (or shark) hit him, then several more months on short-term disability before returning to normal. During this time and after, he gained a lot of weight.

Since Adam’s body was now working on one kidney, he knew he needed to pay better attention to his health, so he sought professional nutritional assistance and did a lot of research of his own. He did not just count calories but also metrics such as the different food groups and percentages of each group, such as proteins, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and grains. He then shifted to a plant-based diet. And THEN… he started biking, then cross-training with swimming, and finally running. A triathlon course went right past his house each year, so then, for him, triathlon was born. He has completed numerous triathlons since beginning the multisport 15 years ago at the young age of 40 and has completed all triathlon distances. He is now a hard-core triathlete, hooked for life. He is an avid proponent of Miami Man and other Integrity Multisport races because of their compassion, kindness, and humility. He is registered to race Miami Man November 12th, 2023, with his family cheering him on.

Zachary went on to live life to the fullest, finishing three college degrees, getting married, and traveling the world. He knew his anti-rejection medication would create challenges down the road. Zachary died 13 years after his surgery, knowing he had limited time, soaking up all the opportunities given to him, and appreciating his amazing family, especially his big brother. Adam Ciperski gave the ultimate gift, and he continues to give to others every day of his life, knowing full well how very special the gift of life is!
 

Written by Shannon Small

All rights reserved, 10-14-23

     Key West is an incredible destination triathlon so we decided to create a little something for everyone by having 3 different triathlon distances as well as an Aquabike (400m swim, 14 mile bike) and Duathlon (1 mile run, 14 mile bike, 3.6 mile run). 

    The triathlon distances are:

International Triathlon (800 meter swim, 20 mile bike, 5 mile run)
Long Sprint Triathlon (400 meter swim, 14 mile bike, 3.6 mile run)
Short Sprint Triathlon (200 meter swim, 8 mile bike, 2 mile run)

The short sprint is great for first timers or if you just want to do a triathlon on a rented beach cruiser!  Whatever distance you choose, it'll be the perfect way to finish off your 2023 triathlon season!

For more information go to www.keywesttriathlon.com or straight to Register Here!

      The Mack Cycle 305 Triathlon has been moved to March and will be the first triathlon at Historic Miami Marine Stadium in 4 YEARS!  This will be a GREAT SEASON OPENER for triathletes from across the world!

       The Mack Cycle 305 Triathlon is South Florida’s largest Sprint (1/3 Olympic Distance), International (2/3 Olympic Distance) and Olympic Distance Triathlon. It is held annually on the beautiful island of Key Biscayne. Key Biscayne is the main training ground for all of Miami’s endurance athletes. Register Here!

Mack Cycle - Miami's biggest and best Triathlon Store since 1957!

Improve your race times instantly with a GURU bike fit at Mack Cycle. 

Huge selection of new triathlon bikes on special at Mack Cycle.

A huge thank you to our longest running sponsor, Mack Cycle!

For anyone looking for some extra comfort and speed for their next race, see Chris at Mack Cycle for a bike fit your body will thank you for later.

Checkout Mack Cycle for a MASSIVE selection of triathlon clothing, bikes, shoes, helmets, goggles, etc. Go during a weekday because it gets WILD on the weekends.

Professional People, Training & Tools!

When you bring in your bike for service, we always start with a free, no-obligation estimate of the work that's needed. One of our service pros will discuss your bicycle with you and carefully explain what we recommend, always respecting your choices and your budget.

We're service pros

Our service staff is professionally trained and certified to work on all bicycle makes and models, not just the ones we sell. And every member of our service team participates in training sessions with factory service techs several times each year.

So, whether it’s a minor tune-up or a major overhaul where we go completely through your bicycle and get it running like new, you can count on us to do the job right the first time, every time.

     Attorney Joe Zarzaur and Dr. Evan Malone are active cyclists and participate in triathlons on a regular basis. By hiring Zarzaur Law, you will hire a lawyer who understands cycling, knows cyclist rights, and who will aggressively help you fight for your rights. we are also triathletesWe are proud to not only be the official Personal Injury Law Firm and partner, but

Learn more at zarzaurlaw.com

      NextHome South Pointe is super-excited to be the Official Real Estate Partner of the Ft Desoto Trilogy and a proud supporter of Integrity Multisport! In addition to being consistently recognized as frontrunners in the real estate industry throughout the state of Florida, we are advocates for an active lifestyle and huge endurance sports fanatics! 

       NextHome South Pointe’s Broker/Owner, Kent Rodahaver, is a triathlete, endurance athlete, and distance runner who has competed in countless local and regional events as well as in the National and World Championships! You will recognize the exceptional type of focus, dedication, and tenacity needed to be a world-class athlete in the service that NextHome South Pointe provides!

        Voted “Best of the Bay” for the past two consecutive years, we are thrilled to provide you with an unparalleled real estate buying or selling experience.  

In this city of fascinating contrasts, you could easily find yourself wanting to let go of mainland hassles permanently — and many have done so. Come visit Key West, and you'll see why.

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BASE Performance has been the on-course nutrition & hydration choice of some of the top endurance athletes in the world.

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