Running is the gateway sport to triathlons for most women triathletes, according to a study conducted by A Triathlete’s Diary blog, which is underwritten by HJMT Public Relations Inc. Sixty-five percent of those who filled out the questionnaire said they started as a runner and then decided to tri. The...
Four Ways To Reduce Stress and Fatigue by Jeff Galloway
It's natural to become focused on the big things in life, and worry about outside forces, building stress. A few simple lifestyle adjustments can result in greater control over attitude and energy, while reducing stress and fatigue. Yes, you can exert more control over your life, produce positive attitude hormones,...
Triathlon Race Checklist
I'm republishing this checklist because triathlon season is here and I, for one, find it very helpful. I hope you do too! Print out a few copies and check them off for your next race.... Good luck! Triathlon Gear Check List General ☐ Tri Shorts ☐ Tri Top ☐ Sports...
Spring Duathlon at Cedar Creek Park…
I signed up last minute for the Spring Duathlon at Cedar Creek Park on Long Island. I typically like to sign up with my running partner, Marti DiPaola, but she was out of town so I went solo. But, I really wasn't solo because I practically knew everyone there. The...
Las Olas Triathlon Race Review
I arrived in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday to help my dad. While down there from New York, I decided to sign up for a triathlon. I knew I needed to come in March and the timing worked out perfect for the Las Olas Triathlon. Here’s a personal race review of...
On Setting and Completing Your Goals
Have you ever thought about setting a goal? I've set goals in the past but weren't always able to keep them. This year, I was determined to set and complete a goal in 2014! It's been a year of challenges. And, it's been a year of accomplishments. Back in December...
Race Review: Brooklyn Half Marathon
When my running partner, Marti DiPaola, and I saw Team for Kids had slots left for the Brooklyn Half Marathon, we jumped at the opportunity. We had been training since January for the NYC Half Marathon in March and since this was only two months later, it seemed doable. We...
On Signing Up for the Brooklyn Half Marathon
When I signed up for the Brooklyn Half Marathon, I didn't think I would actually run the NYC Half Marathon this past March 16. It's been a long, cold winter and training has been difficult. Most of my training has been indoors on a treadmill. So, I figured, I would...
Recovery After a Half Marathon…
I often wonder if everyone has a rough recovery after running a half or full marathon or if it's only the folks who are "non-athletic" like myself. I ran the NYC Half Marathon on March 16. Back in February, I had the brilliant idea of running two Half Marathons back...
Experiencing the Divas Half Marathon & 5K Series in North Myrtle Beach
When Marti, my running partner, and I arrived in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, late Friday evening (April 26) in preparation for our run in the Divas Half Marathon two days later, we were exhausted. We flew Spirit Air and the flight was delayed several hours. When we got to the...