How to Train for Your First 5K
Whenever someone tells me they have started running, I greet the news with pleasure because it’s such a great sport to take up. But if you’ve only just jumped off […]
Training
Tips for Good Running Form
Good running form and technique is key to preventing injury and improving performance as you tackle longer distances and faster speeds. You want to move as efficiently as possible so […]
Ways to Enjoy Running Every Time
I have to be honest: while there are days when running is exhilarating and I get into “the zone”, there are other days when running feels like drudgery and just […]
10 Reasons You Need to Run NOW
For self-confessed run addicts like myself, running is like a food that nourishes our bodies and souls. It is something we can’t live without. But if you’re just starting out, […]
Five Steps to Your First Triathlon
People get into triathlon for many different reasons such as health, curiosity, and/or novelty. The common question is, “How do I prepare for my first triathlon?” preparing for my first […]
What You Need to Know before Your First Ironman
If you had asked me when I started on this triathlon lark whether I would attempt an ironman, I would have said, “I’m not that crazy.” Then I got addicted […]
Respect the Distance
Last Sunday I did my long ride in Nuvali. Sundays are usually fun run days, and on this particular one there were various distances offered all the way up to […]
Heat Acclimation Camp: Days 7 to 9
The past week has been great for me at the heat acclimation camp. With new friends made, old friendships strengthened, and a new understanding of where triathlon fits into my […]
Heat Acclimation Camp: Days 4 to 6
The key to a good training camp is to follow the plan that’s been set out for you regarding intensities and distances. There’s no use going hard for the first […]