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Running in the cold

When I first started training for triathlons I was highly impressionable about fashion for I had a false sense that athletes who looked good were the best. So I spent tons of money on great looking clothes, and quickly discovered that they… Read More »Review: C2 Base Tights

Review: C2 Base Tights

    Getting ready for another Ironman race. Training has not started, but that doesn’t stop me from testing products to make the journey smoother, more comfortable, less painful. Here’s one I’ll share, and hopefully the insight will help other cyclist and… Read More »Review: Crotch Guard

    Review: Crotch Guard

      Cycle Fashion Function

      Yes Ironman training builds endurance, AND it builds comfort in your skin, AND it builds a clear vision of goals.  What’s extra fun is combining those functions with fashion. This year I stumbled upon two companies that combined the two: … Read More »Cycling Fashion, Function

      Cycling Fashion, Function

        When shit happens keep moving.  Enough said.

        Shit Happens

          managing self doubt

          How do you manage self doubt? Lately, for me it’s been difficult especially as Ironman training kicks into high gear.  Words that race through my head include: What am I doing? I feel like a failure with balancing business, training,… Read More »Managing Self Doubt

          Managing Self Doubt

            What happens when a bike race meets a military tank? https://vine.co/v/ejBJQPgBgKd The Norwegian Arctic Bike Race, that passes through a military base, found themselves joined by a tank.  “We wanted to give them a warm welcome and to ride with… Read More »Bikes Meet Tank

            Bikes Meet Tank

              inspiration

              Moved into another training week with my nephew, Joel, asking if training included running trails.  Nope.  I’m pretty structured.  Stick with the plan and only run on the road. Then I thought, hey, let’s mix it up.  Be  adventurous.   Get… Read More »Be Adventurous

              Be Adventurous

                Measure success

                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

                Measure Success

                  Running on Long Beach CA

                  Sunday morning’s first  thought  … get that run in early before the heat, rain, and humidity hits. Out the door by 8am and instantly felt the touch of hot, sweet sweat, even while standing in the shade. Wish I kicked… Read More »Sunday Run

                  Sunday Run