Pt. Lookout Ocean Swim Review After leaving the Bronx when my mom was a young girl, my grandparents built a house in Long Beach across from Lindell School. My mother and her brother went to High School there and after my mother got married to my father, we grew up...
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What You See When You Run…
What You See When You Run… I want to preface this story with a thank you to my friend, Nicole Thomas who is an Ironman Triathlete. She posts photos on Facebook of what she sees when she runs. I'm usually so focused inward that I don't notice what I see...
I Took the 5-Hour Infinit Nutrition Challenge!
I Took the 5-Hour Infinit Nutrition Challenge! I had never tried Infinit Nutrition, but had heard good things about the company for several years now. I was interested in learning more about their products, since they are a WeRTriathletes team sponsor. So, I took the challenge. Colin Riley was my...
2018 SmithPoint Triathlon Race Review
What made the 2018 SmithPoint Triathlon particularly special, was there were more than 100 first time athletes competing. I knew at least three people who were racing for the first time - Ray, Craig and Rebecca, all members of WeRTriathletes. I found it inspiring to watch these athletes cross the...
Book Review: Ultra Marathon Mom From the Sahara to the Arctic by Holly Zimmermann
Book Review: Ultra Marathon Mom From the Sahara to the Arctic by Holly Zimmermann I never really thought about doing an ultra marathon until I read the book, Ultra Marathon Mom From the Sahara to the Arctic by Holly Zimmermann. The author inspires but also talks about the hard truths of...
Does a High Fat, Low Carb Diet Improve Endurance Performance?
Does a high fat, low carb diet improve endurance performance? I recently hired a nutritionist. She was highly recommended by a friend so I decided to give her a try. I had tried Weight Watchers and some other "diets" and nothing seemed to be working. The only thing I know...
How to Have Faster Transitions
Transitions in a triathlon can mean the difference between achieving a personal best or losing precious minutes from your overall time. These seamless in-between stages, which connect swimming, biking, and running, may seem minor but play a significant role in your race performance. A slow or disorganized transition can cost...
PROTEIN2O Water Review
You're not alone if you prefer infused water over plain tap water. Infused water options like Vitamin Water and oxygen-enhanced drinks are popular for their added flavor and hydration benefits. I recently tried PROTEIN2O, a protein-infused water-making wave among fitness enthusiasts. Packed with protein, low in calories, and available in...
How to Control Your Negative Thoughts by Dan Schaefer, Ph.D.
We all have negative thoughts when we train for triathlon, it's just what happens. We have thoughts like: "I'm not good enough," "how am I going to do a full Ironman," "I'm not going to finish this race" or, perhaps you say, "OMG, what if I come in dead last?"...
How To Activate Your Glutes When Swimming, Cycling or Running
When it comes to swimming, cycling, and running, your glutes are one of your body's most powerful muscle groups. They are crucial in generating strength, stability, and movement efficiency. However, if your glutes are not fully activated during these activities, you could be leaving valuable performance gains on the table...