Whenever there is a triathlon not in your own backyard, you wonder, is it worth going? There's so much logistics between what to pack, how to travel with the bike, is the location worthy of the challenge and more! Beauty & the Beast Triathlon Beauty & the Beast, St. Croix's...
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Javelina Jundred 100km
In this 16th edition of the costumed, “Party in the desert”, the Javelina 100 Mile race is a qualifier for Western States 100 (and offers UTMB points). That in itself draws ultrarunners who dream of toeing the start line of one of North America’s most coveted ultras (second largest in...
The Post Office Cafe Race, “Patrick’s Run”
During the last two years of Team Galloway Long Island's existence, we have made The Post Office Cafe Race, or what we like to call, "Patrick's Run" one of our team races. Patrick Trainor was the son of Colleen Trainor, one of our members. This adorable little boy tragically died...
Product Review: Pain Remedi
Product Review: Pain Remedi If you're reading this blog, you are like me, always working out. And with working out, comes fatigue and sore muscles. It's just part of the territory. A new start up company approached me to check out samples of their product called Pain Remedi. The owner,...
How to Swim Faster in Open Water and in the Pool
TRAINER ALERT -- Here's a video to watch while on the trainer! Here is a webinar that was done this past summer with Shawn Tannenbaum of Total Master Swimming. He just completed a six mile ocean swim and the Atlantic City AquaBike. Shawn is an expert and offers his advice...
Book Review: Courage to Tri by Bethany Rutledge
If you thought that you couldn't do a 5K or a triathlon, this book is for you! It's a book stocked with determination and inspirational stories that will motivate you to follow your dreams! Bethany Rutledge is the author and she is a USA Triathlon coach. She believes that "crossing...
San Jose Rock ‘n Roll Race Review
There's something appealing about the Rock 'n Roll Marathon series that is unlike any other event. There are "groupies" who travel the world with Rock 'n Roll and run many of their races. The San Jose Rock 'n Roll 10K and Half Marathon Race was no different. Why I Loved...
Crazy Compression Socks Review
Runners love being Crazy! We love dressing up and running for the love of running and for the fun of being crazy. A relatively new company came on the market to address the needs of us crazy runners and it's called Crazy Compression Socks. Here's my review: I received two...
San Jose Rock ‘n Roll Marathon Expo
If you've been following me, you know I love expos. That's why I organized one in 2016 in NYC, the NY TRI Expo. So, when there's an expo, I want to spend the time exploring, especially at the San Jose Rock 'n Roll Marathon Expo. First off, for an expo,...
Tips on Buying a New Road Bike
Since it's off season, it's a great time to think about and even buy a new road bike or time trial bike. Dan Sirota, owner of Brands Cycle and Fitness in Wantagh, provided me with some tips on buying your new road bike. "For starters," he said, "the fit is...