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Running to a Clear Mind

Posted on February 20, 2012

Way back when I started my journey to triathlete, I would hear people say, “I think best when I am running.” My response was to roll my eyes and mutter to myself, “yeah, right” as all I ever felt when … Continue reading →

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On Becoming a Race Director…

Posted on February 4, 2012

Giving back to the community can take many forms.  From donations to local charities to adopting a highway, there is more than one way to give back.  How one gives back often depends on their beliefs and passions. Being a … Continue reading →

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The New Year Brings New Goals!

Posted on January 6, 2012

As we begin flying through the new 2012 calendar and say “whew” after running my first event of the new year, it is time to outline my goals for the year.  Instead of doing a half dozen events, I feel … Continue reading →

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Reflecting: What an Awesome Year 2011 Was!

Posted on December 31, 2011

On this New Year’s Eve, I can’t help but reflect on how much I’ve grown in 2011 and how awesome the year was.   While 2009 was the year of firsts and 2010 was the year of obsessive burnout, 2011 … Continue reading →

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Keeping It Real During the Holidays

Posted on December 20, 2011

The off season provides time to relax and let the body recover from the strenuous racing season.   As triathletes, we live a lifestyle full of activity, healthy food and awesome friends & family. But, during the winter when the … Continue reading →

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Triathlon Training Dashboard: Chart Two

Posted on November 11, 2011

In my first installment on the topic of creating a triathlon training dashboard, I discussed a few issues surrounding the data, some challenges with metrics such as tracking intensity and some feedback on a popular online workout tracking solution. In … Continue reading →

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