The other day I was talking with a runner. When she found out that I was a triathlete, she said, "Oh, you're one of those..." I don't know what she meant by it but I started to think about the perceptions of triathletes. Here's what people have either said to...
My First Official Year As a Triathlete
This was my first official year as a triathlete. Some may think, "big woop," but I am incredibly impressed with the fact that I've exercised and actually stuck with something for an entire year! (And if I can do it so can you!) Here's an infographic that looks at my journey this...
Book Review: Racing Weight by Matt Fitzgerald
I wanted to learn how to get leaner for peak performance on my triathlons so I bought Racing Weight by Matt Fitzgerald on Amazon. I read the book quickly and had several takeaways I thought I would share with you. For starters, Fitzgerald talks about a six step plan in the...
My Ironman Maryland Experience by Megan White
My Ironman Maryland Experience by Megan White - usual length disclaimer applies (and this is the abridged version)... "It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to...
Book Review: The Long Run by Matt Long with Charles Butler
When I asked the NY TRI EXPO ’16 steering committee for ideas on a potential candidate to be honored at the event, my coach, Danielle Sullivan of Iron Fit Endurance, told me that I should read Matt Long’s book, The Long Run. I really didn’t know anything about Matt Long...
Book Review: The Well-Built Triathlete by Matt Dixon
Book Review: The Well-Built Triathlete by Matt Dixon I recently purchased and read Matt Dixon's book, The Well-Built Triathlete - Turning Potential into Performance, and wow, what an eye opener! First off, I have to say that Dixon is an excellent writer. I've read a ton of these triathlon books...
Toughman Race Recap by Shidah Siddiqui
Toughman Race Recap by Shidah Siddiqui Well today is supposed to be "Medal Monday" in my active circle of groups. It was a busy weekend in both my Triathlete & Running groups from 1milers to full Ironmans. On Friday, I just knew, come Monday I will have that great finisher...
If You Come In Last or Don’t Finish A Race
If you come in last or don't finish a race, so what? This past season, I have seen or heard of friends and teammates not being able to finish or coming in last and I find myself reflecting inward. What happens if that’s me? How would I feel? Would that...
Book Review: Strength Training for Triathletes
Book review: Strength Training for Triathletes by Patrick Hagerman, EdD It's off season now and many triathletes are wondering what's next? For me, my goal is to get a lot stronger and lose weight so that I can get faster! That is why I purchased Strength Training for Triathletes - The...
It’s Off Season, So Why Am I Still Swimming?
Yes, it's off season, so why am I still swimming, you may ask? First off, I enjoy it. If you asked me two years ago if I enjoyed swimming, I would have looked at you as if you had three ears. I find swimming to be very relaxing and meditative....