Do something that scares the crap out of you…

I’ve heard that now many times, and from many places, so I can’t tell where I heard it first.  But, it still rings true with me.  That seems to sum … Continue Reading →

I’m a Triathlete!

Yesterday I completed the Capital View Triathlon, Olympic distance in 3:07.  I’m a triathlete! I had been watching the forecast for days, and it wasn’t looking good.  By Saturday morning, … Continue Reading →

Today I got to be a Narwhal

          But before we get to that, there was yesterday…  It was my first time around the full Ironman loop that goes from Verona, to Mt … Continue Reading →

Build and Rest

Last week was our big ‘build’ week, with lots of running and biking (a few swims too).  It was a pretty crazy week, which culminated in my first real ‘brick’ … Continue Reading →

Never done that before

It was a great weekend here in Madison.  The sun was shining and all the cards aligned for a perfect workout weekend.  Saturday was a nice 10 mile run, and … Continue Reading →

First Group Ride

So yesterday was our first group bike ride.  I’m not sure how many people attended, but if I had to guess, I would think it was 20-30.  It’s an interesting … Continue Reading →

Waiting for the warm-up

Not much new and exciting at the moment.  I’d  love to get outside some more and ride, but mother nature just isn’t cooperating.  It’s still cold and rainy, and given … Continue Reading →

Beautiful day for a run

What a beautiful spring day.  Birds chirping, a nice spring breeze, and even a few spring showers.  It just made the run that much more interesting and fun actually.  If … Continue Reading →

First outside ride!

Yesterday was my first official outside bike ride. It was 45 and a bit chilly, but it felt good to be on the road. I was surprised at how easy … Continue Reading →

Taking Advantage of Recovery Week

I do look forward to recovery weeks. It’s a chance to lay off a bit and…well recover, mentally and physically. I can’t imagine a training program without it. Things are … Continue Reading →