Every strike brings me closer to the next home run. ~ Babe Ruth
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My #1 running partner is Lily Dog – hands down. This morning I procrastinated with the run, until I asked Lily if she wanted to go with me. Her reaction – priceless. She put a smile on my face, got… Read More »Day 35 – Lily Dog, the best running partner
Day 35 – Lily Dog, the best running partner
Today one big element is trying to stop my triathlon commitment – PAIN. Yes, yoga and massages can counter it, yet I procrastinate. Why? Well, work and time hindered my focus. So … if you’re like me and feeling a… Read More »Day 33 – Eliminate Pain
Day 33 – Eliminate Pain
Hard to believe there are 10 weeks left in my 100 Day To Tri. Time flies. For fun, I decided to share 10 tools I use to succeed in racing Ironman. To do so I’ll dedicate one tool to each… Read More »Day 32 – Commit to your dreams
Day 32 – Commit to your dreams
During my 100 Days To Tri a few truths emerge. Being in control of what you can control is one of them. David, who I met last night, reminded me about it. We shared a lane in the swimming pool,… Read More »Day 31 – Stay in control
Day 31 – Stay in control
With nearly 8 weeks left of training it’s critical to build a peaceful and powerful mindset – stay focused, be proactive, make healthy choices. A good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast has me feeling positive – except for one… Read More »Day 30 – Make Healthy Choices
Day 30 – Make Healthy Choices
Absolutely sick of my stinking car. It’s full of bags: gym bag, running bag, bike bag, swim bag, and damp towels cover them all, drying out while leaving a wet swimsuits stench. Today’s Tri Tip: de-clutter. It’ll be like a… Read More »Day 29 – Life of Tri
Day 29 – Life of Tri
Sometimes life gets in the way of well laid plans – who said that? That’s what’s happening with me. My car battery died and my body is tired – interesting. Man and machine feeling each others pain. During moments like… Read More »Day 27 – Work Through The Pain
Day 27 – Work Through The Pain
When training for a triathlon some days you’re just tired, and that’s how I’m feeling today. In fact endurance athlete embrace these moments as a great training opportunity, but today I don’t feel like it. Yes, I’ll embrace the tiredness,… Read More »Day 26 – Know when to chill out
Day 26 – Know when to chill out
A love for structure – that’s what I discovered during my 100 Days To Tri. A set training schedule keeps me focused and on on-track. Plus, it helps me analyze success and points out needed areas of improvement. Does every… Read More »Day 25 – Be Flexible