Baton Rouge is more than the capital of Louisiana.
Many credit our moderate winter climate and humid summers for top international performances some area racers have had. Such accomplishments are testimony to the variety of workout areas as well as facilities in the area. Adding to the training mix are international professionals working in the mushrooming petrochemical industries set up along the Mississippi River. Locals learn quickly that working out with such international hot shots picks up any training effort substantially. One never knows who may show up for a tough swim workout, group run, or cycling with the peleton.