Ironman Arizona Week 11: Insanity
One definition of insanity is to do the same thing over and over again expecting different results. If that’s true, I am certifiably insane. Oddly enough, I look forward to my long runs. Every time Read More …
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Starting Off The School Year With Vitamin Strong
I was approached by Cafémom to be part of the Walmart Family Routine campaign speaking on how certain products help you create a healthier routine. I like the subject of family health, and am certainly open to trying Read More …
Racing Takes Meaning: Brianna’s Hopeful Heart
They say time heals all wounds but I disagree. Maybe time can help you breathe again, but some wounds are just too big to ever mend. Ask anyone who has lost a child. Ask my Read More …
Ironman Arizona Week 10: What Recovery Week?
Recovery week is a misnomer. A better name would be “suck it up” week or testing week. Not only do I dislike tests in general (think SATs, school, etc.), but swim, bike and run tests Read More …
Review: Nike MAX Transitions Sunglasses
I’m one of those who wear my gear until it no longer functions. My Garmin watch is literally about to fall apart, but I just can’t justify the cost of a new one. It still Read More …
ThumbsUp At The Swim For Alligator Lighthouse OWS
After every big race there is a period of sadness. It’s so common among athletes we even have a name for it: the post race blues. I had it after finishing the South Beach Triathlon Read More …
Ironman Arizona Week 9: Slow But Strong
There is definitely a difference the second time around. For my first Ironman, in Florida last year, I was a nervous wreck. I didn’t know what to expect and had legitimate doubts about completing the Read More …
Silence To The Naysayers
F*** them (think of a word that rhymes with duck). That’s what my husband Joe says of the naysayers. You know the type. They add nothing of value, but slowly gnaw at your confidence through “well intentioned” Read More …
Review: Asics NOOSA Tri 9
I am a creature of habit. For example, there’s a little place I grab lunch at least twice a week while I wait for the kids. There are tons of other places around, but I Read More …
Ironman Arizona Week 8: Heat and Hydration
If I had to choose between training in severe heat or severe cold, I would choose heat. Hands down. I ran in Vermont over Christmas break, in some ungodly cold weather. First I had to Read More …
