Since January 1st, I’ve averaged just 17.2 miles run per week. Most marathon training plans call for at least double that. The average time each week that I spent out pounding the pavement was only 2.3 hours. I also only had one “long” run, which was 18 miles. This Runner’s World article recommends 100-140 miles […]
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RSS feed for this sectionBarry-Roubaix “Killer Gravel Road Race” Report
I can now say that I’ve participated in “The largest gravel road bicycle race in the world”. At least according the the Barry-Roubaix race website. With 3,500 riders, I believe it! When I won a gift certificate to VO2 Multisport last spring, I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to do with it. My triathlon […]
2016 Shelbyville Triathlon Race Series Report
I’ve been doing at least one or two of the Winter Shelbyville Sprint Triathlons for the last six years. The races are a great way to kick off the season and I always enjoy the competitiveness and supporting Headfirst Performance races. These early-season races also have an extra element of excitement…the weather! Depending on the […]
2016 Shelbyville Triathlon #2 Race Report
As strange as it sounds, I was very disappointed as I pulled away from Clear Creek Park yesterday. On the surface, it wouldn’t make much sense to feel disappointment after a race where I finished 1st in my Age Group and 5th Overall. But a small mechanical issue with my bike had my thoughts going […]
Plastic Water Bottles – Is It Ok To Reuse Them?
I hope that everyone knows the importance of drinking water. Whether you are an athlete out on a long run or ride or just someone that knows the benefits of sipping on water all day, what you drink out of is important. If you’re refilling a disposable water bottle that isn’t really meant to be […]
My Water Fast Experience
Like most of my crazy ideas, the idea of fasting for an extended period of time came from listening to a podcast. Once the idea seed was planted, I started doing lots of research online to determine if it was something that I wanted or needed to do. The idea is pretty simple. You drink […]
Setting Goals for 2016
I don’t believe in New Years Resolutions. I’ve never made them and I think the premise is kind of silly. Most people make resolutions on a whim and never take the time to honestly figure out how they are going to accomplish their goal for the new year. Aside from New Year’s Resolutions, I set […]
Supplement Review – Digestive Enzymes
Research in the last decade has established a clear link between gut microbiota (micro-organisms) and brain function. The human gut (esophagus, stomach, intestines & colon) is a complex, multifaceted communication system needed to establish a healthy balance for brain development and function. Digestion is a complicated business, so it makes sense to have a dedicated […]
Your Health is A Gift
2015 has been a HUGE year over at The Holistic Athlete. The new book, The Balanced Approach: How to Complete a Full Distance Triathlon Training Seven Hours a Week, is nearing completion and that’s cause for big celebration. I feel like the information contained in this book is going to revolutionize the way folks look at […]
No Sugar November 2.0
After starting to feel the effects of adding some sugar back into my diet, last year at this time, I decided to completely eliminate sugar for the month of November (up until Thanksgiving Day). After a not-so-subtle hint from my wife, I’ve decided to do it again this year. Before getting into the details of […]