I guess I’ll call this the secret third option because there’s always a secret third option, right? I posted a recap (part 1 and part 2) of my recent triathlon experience but left out a few important details (I blame the cold I caught over the July 4th weekend). How could I write both partsContinue reading “The Triathlon Secret Third Recap Post”
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The Next Sprint Triathlon – Alligators, Goals, and the Hills
I’m sitting here in my camper awaiting another sprint triathlon. This one fits in with one of my new favorite things: a race that’s near (or even within) a state park or campground! A sprint triathlon that’s only about 3 hours from home base and I can camp on the same lake where I’ll beContinue reading “The Next Sprint Triathlon – Alligators, Goals, and the Hills”
Beach Runs are for the Birds!
I’m on a weekend vacation enjoying the sand, salt, and seagulls of the Florida gulf coast and since I’ve become obsessed with almost everything about triathlons, I’ve planned 2 beach runs and 2 open water swims while I’m here. Those are great plans in theory but it’s always harder to actually do the things thanContinue reading “Beach Runs are for the Birds!”
Triathlon Training: When Plans Change
I should’ve guessed that during a week where one of my nieces got married and less than 24 hours later another niece graduated high school, my training schedule would probably change. A glimpse into the first draft of the calendar for that week: a couple of long runs, 2 open water swims, an outdoor workout,Continue reading “Triathlon Training: When Plans Change”
Let the triathlon training begin… again!
Hello! I thought today would be a good day to talk about training after taking a few days off from running, cycling, and swimming. My next sprint triathlon is one month away. It’s nice to have something to work towards, huh? These rest days were a little strange. No calendar. No workouts scheduled. I haveContinue reading “Let the triathlon training begin… again!”
Out of the Wilderness 