Category Archives: training

And BOB’s your Uncle

Posted on June 22, 2014 by 21cm

I did a ride this weekend called the BOB which stands for Best of the Bay. And by  “best’, they mean climbs – the best climbs.  Truth is, there are so many great climbs around here that you could actually … Continue reading →

Posted in Cycling, Ironman, Running, training, triathlon | 3 Comments

It’s All About the Training

Posted on May 29, 2014 by 21cm

If I were feeling more prolific and profound I would write a bunch of stuff about how different this year is. I would reminisce about how fit I was in 2009 when I raced B2B and how I started working … Continue reading →

Posted in Ironman, training, triathlon | 1 Comment

It Seemed Like a Good Idea at The Time

Posted on June 28, 2012 by 21cm

I have decided not to race Ironman Canada. I have a neuroma in my right foot and it hurts when I ride more than 50 miles. 112 = (50 x 2) + 12 and then there’s that marathon thing and … Continue reading →

Posted in Cycling, Dreams, training, triathlon | 2 Comments

More and Less

Posted on June 29, 2011 by 21cm

Here is what I need more of: More Health and Fitness News & Tips at Greatist. And here is what I need less of : More:     less:

Posted in Health, Hell Yes!, Lessons Learned, motivation, training, Uncategorized | 2 Comments

Timex Sweepstakes

Posted on March 18, 2011 by 21cm

Timex asked me to promote their sweepstakes to win one of these sex-ay devices.  I have nothing to do with the entries or drawing – you have to click on the image below for that.   The prizes are: GRAND … Continue reading →

Posted in Product Review, training | 2 Comments

Getting Back in the Saddle

Posted on March 14, 2011 by 21cm

When I did my 140.6, lo those many months ago, I came out of that experience feeling like I could handle anything.  Not that I was so amazing – just that I had done the distance and if I wanted … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, training, triathlon | 1 Comment

Lemons, Lemonade or an Arnold Palmer?

Posted on March 6, 2010 by 21cm

I don’t think I can make lemonade out of lemons quite they way Runner Susan can. She turned a 3 hour traffic jam, a full bladder and a missed race start into running an ultra marathon and getting a marathon … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Pain and Suffering, Racing, training | 9 Comments

5 Fabulous Training Tips!

Posted on January 21, 2010 by 21cm

I got these today in email from the very fabulous Rocktape company and I love  them so much I might have to have them made into a big poster to put on my wall.   Thanks Rocktape! 1) Two Minute … Continue reading →

Posted in Accolades, training | 12 Comments

Hump Day Miscellany – Double Weekend Happiness

Posted on September 30, 2009 by 21cm

I’m only calling this Hump Day Miscellany because it’s Wednesday and that’s what Wednesdays are for.  I’m not doing miscellany, though – I’m giving you my 2 fabulous weekends (the last 2) in pictures because pictures are worth 1,000 words … Continue reading →

Posted in community, Cycling, Fun in a tub, Hump Day, training | 7 Comments

Monday Monday – It’s All About the Win/Win

Posted on September 22, 2009 by 21cm

I had such a fantastic weekend that I’m not sure I can convey its greatness.  I had the opportunity to do things that made me feel strong and capable and to see things I’d done make others feel strong and … Continue reading →

Posted in Accolades, community, Cycling, Events, Ironman, Monday Monday, Racing, Technology, training, triathlon, Tribute, True Love | 9 Comments