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Enjoying the athletic journey

It was around this time of the year, 11 years ago, that I found myself just a few weeks away from what would be the most amazing 8 months for my body. In April, I finished my first Boston Marathon (my 2nd marathon).                                                      In May, I finished my first half IM (Disney half ironman). Who knew that a week or so later I would meet Karel! In November, I finished my first Ironman (IMFL) and qualified for the 2007 Ironman World Championship. As a competitive athlete for much of my lie, I enjoy performing with my body. I always set big goals for myself and I make no excuses when it comes to working hard for my goals. Success is all relative as it relates to expectations for race day but for the past 11 years, I have experienced a lot of success as an endurance triathlete.  Now that I am ...

3 tips to help you enjoy your training journey

 From the goal-focused newbie athlete who is determined to cross a finish line with a smile, to the elite who races for bragging rights, prize money and podium awards and everyone in between, it's very easy to feel the pressure to perform on race day and consequently, overlook a few key areas which may positively affect your training journey. And because almost every athlete will have an obstacle or two to overcome throughout a training cycle (ex. injury, life change, work stress, family obligation, sickness, etc.) it's important that you never lose sight of your goals and that you always focus on what you CAN do throughout ever moment of your training journey until you reach the start line.  Without a doubt, it’s important that your voluntary, extremely active lifestyle is bringing you closer to your goals. But, participating in a race requires more than finishing a workout with tired muscles drenched in sweaty clothes, buying fancy equipment and gadgets and maki...