Discount code at bottom of blog! I've been using Final Surge now for nearly three years. There are so many amazing features on this training log for coaches and athletes. For example, they have a blog that has so many resources for athletes and coaches, including a fantastic podcast that...
Has COVID-19 Got in the Way of Peeing?
Let's face it, men have it easy. When they have to pee they pull it out and go. It doesn't matter where or when, they can just urinate. But what do we do? We wait to find a toilet or porta potty and we squat (if we can). But, did you...
New 2020 Running Socks
A great pair of running socks is important, especially in the summer and into the fall months. If they don't fit right or they aren't made with the right fabric, you can easily blister and have an uncomfortable run. Below, I highlight three different brands of socks for the summer...
How to Run Faster at Any Age
In this WeRTriathletes webinar, Tim Delss of CBMultiSport, talks about how to run faster at any age. He specifically talks about speed workouts and there are lots of questions at the end, so stick around for the entire video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzrqteGAlWQ You can get in touch with Tim Delss by going...
Chaya – A Film About Swimmers of Color
I never thought swimming was a predominantly "white" sport. But after watching Chaya - The Black Line, a film produced in 2016 that highlights great swimmers, I learned more about the sport than I have in the last few years I've been swimming. I was introduced to the film by...
2020 is the Year of the Virtual Race
2020 is certainly the year of the virtual race. I've never seen more diverse races than ever before from swimming distances to biking distances and more! Running across the country When we went into phase 2 or 3 in New York State, my running group, WeRWalkRunLI and I started to calculate our...
Julie Moss Talks About the Mind Games
On this WeRTriathletes webinar, Julie Moss, best known for her crawl across the finish line at the 1982 Ironman race in Hawaii, appears. Julie talks about strength, determination, and how to use your mind to accomplish any of your upcoming goals. Her life as an Ironman champion, her relationship with...
Swimming Hope for the Non-Swimmer
Instagram Swimming has a unique way of pushing us to our limits while offering an unmatched sense of freedom. For many, including myself, it’s not something that comes naturally. Years ago, I couldn’t fathom swimming 25 yards without feeling utterly defeated. Today, I swim regularly, compete in triathlons, and find...
Roka’s Women’s Gen II Aero Tri Kit
If you're looking for an awesome tri kit that will provide performance as well as comfort, then read this blog. ROKA has a new Women's Gen II Aero Tri Kit that is slick, fast, and cool! About the Women's Gen II Aero Tri Kit: The one-piece women’s short-sleeve tri kit...
Mesa Trail Shoe Review
When I first started running, barefoot running was the craze. Every shoe manufacturer made a natural shoe for running. Then, everything changed and shoe companies started making only cushioned shoes. So, when I found the folks from Xero Shoes at a trade show last year, I was intrigued. They let...