Through trial and error I learned a tough lesson. Ironman requires a healthy balance act with nutrition. Just because I burn thousands of calories during training weeks or 8,000 – 10,000 on race day, doesn’t mean I can eat junk.… Read More »Healthy Balance Act
Beyond conquering the course and embracing the journey, Ironman offers an opportunity to have a tight body. Bring it on!!! To measure success I am tracking weight, inches, and training hours. Here are the results. Week 1 – 9 Training… Read More »Measure Success
Ironman training week 10, and my mid-morning snack is a bowl of cucumbers and tomatoes. Would rather have a chocolate cookie, but then eating that won’t make my body tight. {{{ AAUGH }}} During the past few days I didn’t… Read More »See the clutter: Be true to the vision.
What does it take to become an Ironman? Follow my training plan.
Got a 7 week itch of tri training. The take away: Sometimes the best thing to do is sleep. As much as I talk about being positive, having a healthy mind, at times I need an attitude adjustment. That’s happening… Read More »7 Week Itch of Tri Training
This week’s training take away: Be aware. That’s exactly what I thought right after tripping during Sunday’s run. It happened about 30 minutes into the run, right when my groove felt right. Going to the beach by way of Molino… Read More »Week 6 recap; Ironman training
After a tough week 4, which ended with a kick ass ride lead by the Warrior, week 5 left me feeling strong and positive. The take away: find joy in the process. Also, here’s a protein rich snack that fed… Read More »Week 5 Recap; Ironman Training
Today’s training started with a 90 minute run, and it’ll end with a 75 minute swim. Wanted to share a few thoughts about the run. Like always, my mind dreaded it. Within five minutes my breath is labored, I am… Read More »Discovering Long Beach
Here’s the latest travel, ride and IM training connection: San Juan Capistrano. I’ve ridden through SJC many times, both on the train and on my bike. Love the history of the Mission and the swallows. The rolling hills are beautiful… Read More »San Juan Capistrano
Back in July, feeling a bit patriotic and wanting to honor my Dad and nephew for their military service, I created an emergency ID out of military dog tags. When doing so the store made two; one with my name… Read More »Honoring the Military