So this week was an easy one in so many ways. Physically there wasn’t much to do with training and work wise we’re gearing up to do a big project where we REALLY have to have all our i’s dotted and our t’s crossed. So lots of meetings and we sold the house! Actually to... Continue Reading →
Triathlon Freak Out Post (Free Training guide excerpt)
As this las week has ticked by I’ve been getting more and more amped up before my first olympic distance triathlon. I started writing down all the things that came to mind should I forget anything. My race day checklist has come in handy and so I’m sharing it with all of you for free... Continue Reading →
Basic Cycling Etiquette
Alright I get it cycling got cool again a few years ago especially amongst hipsters and then baby boomers which then sorta drove the hipsters away. But it’s actually been and established thing for a while now so if you’re gonna do it, do it right! This post was brought on by a large group... Continue Reading →
Olympic Triathlon Training Update 8: Half Taper Week and Free Time!
This week was lovely lots of little jobs off the list, less working out to do, no daunting workouts in the schedule, great weather and even fun social stuff. We went to an RC air show, that was cold, but fun, family time and fun time. Also sleeping in time, quitting early time so you... Continue Reading →
Basic Running Etiquette
This post was actually inspired by some kinda crappy cyclists on the trail but I figured runners might need a hand too and the cycling portion will be here on Wednesday, swimmers you’re on your own! Now there are lots of other posts out there on this sort of thing but all we’re missing something... Continue Reading →
How to Cheer on Your Triathlete (and not get them disqualified)
This is my deal, I’m doing an olympic triathlon this month, I know I won’t win or likely place in my age group unless there is some sort of freak accident among all the 30-39 year old ladies and I don’t think it’s a super serious race like at all but this thing is I... Continue Reading →
What are You Doing with Your Old Running Shoes?
Which is to say what should I be doing with my old running shoes? It’s not that I need any help transferring emotions onto inanimate objects, I got that covered already, or that I need any more shoes but I’m fresh out of ideas here folks! What I normally do once shoes start to feel... Continue Reading →
Why it’s Easier for You Than Me to Stay Fit
This is the second part of a two part series. Last post was all about why I have an easier time of it then average, no kids, I'm a higher energy person and the like this week it’s all about the things that keep kicking my A$$ over and over again. These are the things... Continue Reading →
Why it’s Easier for Me to be Fit than You
This isn’t necessarily the post you think it’s going to be. It’s also NOT a thinly disguised humble brag at all. It’s actually the first in a two part series, the next being why it’s easier for you than me. What it is meant to do is point out that we all face challenges and... Continue Reading →
What I Learned From My SECOND Half Marathon
The weird thing is I didn’t expect to learn anything the second time around. I thought I got this, sameish plan and do what you did last time. Nothing to learn here right? Well not exactly, life always has a lesson or two for us. So here it is and this time it’s mostly tips... Continue Reading →