Another Realization on the Bike A lot of triathletes train in groups. It's really a nice thing to do, if everyone is at the same level. I find myself shying away from these types of group activities, except for swimming, because I don't like to swim in the open water...
Product Review: Zealios Sun Barrier
Product Review: Zealios Sun Barrier Zealios makes incredible products. I love their after pool shampoos, conditioners and body lotions. I especially love their Chamois cream. I find it easy to apply and very comfortable. And, I also love their Sun Barrier Sun Tan Lotion! Plus, even though it's the fall,...
San Jose Rock ‘n’ Roll 10K… Here I Come!
San Jose Rock 'n' Roll 10K... Here I Come! Although I always wanted to do a Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series race, I never did one. So when the opportunity came up to run San Jose on October 8th, I was psyched! The San Jose Rock 'n' Roll Marathon has...
WeRTriathletes Webinar: How to Achieve Your Goals in Running, Triathlon and Ironman!
WeRTriathletes Webinar: How to Achieve Your Goals in Running, Triathlon and Ironman! Earlier this month I spoke with Danielle Sullivan, former pro-triathlete and head coach of WeRTriathletes and Ironfit Endurance, as a part of a live webinar series for WeRTriathletes. Danielle Sullivan started her first triathlon right after college and has...
And What’s the Deal with Maple Water?
And what's the deal with maple water? Maple Water has been the latest craze. I keep reading about all the health benefits and the super hydration benefits you get from drinking Maple Water, so when SAP reached out and asked to me check out their new products, I obliged. At...
What’s Up With These Body Markings?
What's up with these body markings? When I first started competing in triathlons, I couldn't understand the whole concept of body markings, let alone that the race directors put your age on the back of your leg with a sharpie or a removable tattoo, that was hard to remove! As...
Life’s Too Short To Go So F*CKING Slow Book Review
Life's Too Short To Go So F*CKING Slow Book Review Have you ever read a book that you just can't put down? Life's Too Short To Go So F*cking Slow -- Lessons from an epic friendship that went the distance by Susan Lacke is one of those books. Susan Lacke,...
UJA-Federation of NY Aqua Run – Race Against Poverty
UJA-Federation of NY Aqua Run - Race Against Poverty Three years ago, I signed up for the UJA-Federation of NY Aqua Run and, when I went on the training swim, I had a panic attack. That was it. I didn't do the race that year and waited nearly three years...
Power Meters and Bike Fittings It’s Bike Stuff!
Power Meters and Bike Fittings It's Bike Stuff! Do you really need a power meter? Your coach may tell you to get one but is it really necessary? And, if you have one, do you understand what the data means? What about your fitting? Did you get a proper fitting...
Hoka One One Clifton 4 Review
Hoka One One Clifton 4 Review I must admit when Hoka One One came out with the original Clifton's, I didn't like them. I felt they were too soft and I was bouncing on mattresses. BUT, recently, I had the opportunity to try out the Hoka Clifton 4's and LOVE...