There are so many things to share about my experience at Ironman Brasil--traveling for two days to get there, the venue, the details of my race, what I learned about my physical and mental fitness, the power of desire, competing with few language skills, racing in a field that was more than 90% male, having a tough competitor with an almost successful plan to run me down, the thrill of...
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Did I Train Enough? Yes!
That worrisome feeling about whether I've done enough training for my upcoming Ironman is back. In full training mode my brain is busily focused on my stroke, my run position, that pothole ahead, or some such thing. In taper mode when volume is down, there is plenty of time for doubt to seep in. But, I am ready. The training is done and now I must taper and prepare. Thinking about...
Read More10 Lessons from a Big Bonk.
Anyone who trains for an endurance triathlon knows that nutrition, hydration and recovery are as important as swimming, biking and running. They all know it, but when it comes to doing it, they are much more diligent about the swim/bike/run than the eat/drink/rest. Myself included.
The Boca Honu Training Weekend typically has a long swim and run on Day 3. This year, it was...
Read More“You got this, girl!”
I was still swimming, and it was dark. The sun had set and everyone else in my training group had finished and changed and were into their post-swim run. But, I wasn't alone. Patiently swimming right at my side into the night, saying "you got this, girl", was John Sarich.
It's hard to believe that Johnny is 73 years old. He is in amazing...
Read MoreSwim, Bike, Run, Party! Lavaman Waikoloa
The Ironman World Championship is known for heat and wind and suffering. Held on the same Big Island of Hawaii, is the Lavaman Triathlon, known for fun and a great post-race party. Having experienced my share of suffering on the Big Island, fun and partying sounded absolutely great. And it was. Here's my recap of the Lavaman Olympic Distance Triathlon, held on Sunday, March 30 2014. LOGISTICS: The setting is Waikoloa,...
Read MoreHow to Cycle up a Volcano.
Near the top of the 10,000 foot climb, the scenery was breathtaking. And, it was a little hard to breathe.
39 Ironman Finishes in One Day? Si, se puede!
The people of Cozumel warmly welcome Ironman athletes.
Swimming to Ali’i Drive.
I was so happy to be at Kona and to finish this time!
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