Monthly Archives: July 2011

Can’t Wipe This Smile Off My Face: Confessions of a First Time Triathlete!

It started the night before the race.  The smile.  My husband noticed it as we walked the path to the pre-race swim clinic.  As 30-50 people gathered to hear what Ironman triathlete Bryan Rhodes had to say about open water swimming … Continue reading

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Just When I Was Feeling So Good (Translate Cocky) About The Triathlon…

Here’s my top 11 random thoughts during a 25 mile bike ride in 90 degree weather today. 1.  Is the wind ever, ever at your back?  I mean ever? 2.  And will I ever be able to catch my breath? 3.  … Continue reading

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