Endurance events challenge more than just your muscles and cardiovascular system, they test your mind. No matter how physically prepared you are, there will be moments in training and while racing when your body feels tired, your pace feels hard, … Continued
I’ve loved writing since I was young: letting my creativity out as a funny story, mysterious foggy night short piece, or later on as poetry. I never wrote consistently, but have always enjoyed reading, and sometimes “wrote” stories in my … Continued
The physical training you have been doing is important, but mental training for endurance athletes is just as important. The mind and body are connected. You could be a well-trained athlete, but if you lack confidence or are anxious, … Continued
Has swimming in open water during a triathlon ever have you paralyzed with fear?You’re not alone. It’s happened in both novice and experienced triathletes, but it’s something that you can improve. Besides mental training, following these 5 steps for … Continued
As printed in the Jersey Girl Triathlon July 2014 newsletter The sun shines on your face as you head into the last half mile of your race. Your breathing is rhythmic and in sync with your running cadence (in, in, … Continued
As printed in the February 2014 issue of Triathlon Lifestyle Magazine Unmotivated. We’ve all been there at some point. The winter months can be a drag on triathlon training when you live in an area that’s cold and icy. Combine that with … Continued