Racing Free

IMAZ 70.3 recap: Simply put, it was a wonderful day, and an even better weekend. My swim was solid, the ride was fun, and the run was incredibly hot and exposed. But… that’s not all… you know I never keep anything simple.  I headed into this race with a...

Race Ready (For real this time)

This weekend I head to Arizona to race (the final) 70.3 in Tempe. I have raced on this course twice before, and both were amazing experiences. In addition to race memories, it is also a location that is filled with endearing nostalgia surrounding family spring break...

Now What?

Racer or not, it is pretty normal to feel a big letdown after a much anticipated event. Whether it is a big trip, a celebration, or a massive life change, one of the hardest parts of feeling some of the highest highs is knowing that the crash afterward is so...

No Secrets in Racing

Many of you know that I raced the Ironman Wisconsin 70.3 on Saturday. This was half iron #22 for me, and I was beyond excited to return to my home race after a four year hiatus. My original goal (made last September) was to finally break the 5-hour mark in the...

Two Weeks Out: Stay the Course

For most endurance racing, when you get within two weeks of your event it ensures that you have started the taper process. The time to rest and recover to be as fresh and ready as possible for the big event.  Most athletes have a love/hate relationship with the...

Three Weeks Out: Reframing Anxiety

I woke up a few days ago, after a fitful night of sleep, with raging anxiety. And, as brains like to do, mine kept searching for anything it could to validate these feelings: I was tired, I had a long day planned (including a big workout), I had to start my day with...