The Race Clock Ain’t The Only Clock

In 2013, I finished my first Ironman race with exactly 16 minutes to spare under the time cut-off. In 2015, I finished my third Ironman race with exactly 16 minutes to spare under the time cut-off. This week in CrossFit, I finished the Workout of the Day (“the WOD”) with 16 seconds to spare–under the prescribed […]

Losing Sight of Shore (and a GIVEAWAY!)

Podcast Episode Sponsored by Saris #Ad FTC Disclosure Four women set out to row across the Pacific Ocean, from America to Australia. As they rowed over 8,000 miles during their nine months at sea, they overcame extreme mental and physical challenges to make history. (Um. Let me say that again…. they ROWED from San Francisco… […]

Kyle & Brent Pease: Together We Wheel

On Episode 4 of the Same 24 Hours Podcast, I interviewed two brothers who I just love, admire and think are two peeps YOU all should most definitely get to know, too. If you think you can’t do something, then think again. Kyle and Brent Pease are the ultimate “no excuses” brothers. Kyle was born with cerebral […]

Who wants a Brand New FREE Tri Bike from Blue!?

We are giving a one complete Blue Triad SP triathlon bike in the Best Tri Club Ever at the end of THIS week! Make sure you join the club now to be eligible for the giveaway! The Best Tri Club Ever is a VIRTUAL triathlon club with over 25 amazing sponsors, a community of wonderful […]

The Shortest Ride and Post Ever

Yesterday, I went to ride. Forgot my pump, and my tires were stupid-low… so I did an unscheduled 10 mile run instead. That was fine, and for once, I was glad I brought my running shoes. Today, I went for the second time is a charm for my ride.  Woke up super early, worked for a few […]

Climbing Over Fear

I struggle with fear–a lot. I have always been a worrywart. And I passed it on to our son. We nicknamed our son “Captain Careful” for the same reason–and he comes by it very honestly. He’s uber cautious and a rule follower, just like I am. But I am also a vicious nail biter. Worries? Hands […]

I Raced (Sort of): The 2016 PT Solutions Allatoona Swim Bike Mom Race Report

mindfulness while training

This was my third year completing the PT Solutions Allatoona Sprint Triathlon.  And I had the kind of day, where I thought: I am not even writing a race report about this one. But then I realized that I was being a brat.  (Still am, actually. But here’s the report anyway… in spite of myself). […]