This was certainly a unique year at the "one and only" Wildflower triathlon: a new swim location, a slightly new run course, new bike racking procedures, and a whole new spin on the triathlon itself (swim, run, bike, run!). And to be honest, I enjoyed the changes! OK that steep boat ramp was killer and yes, the… Continue reading Race Report: Wildflower Long Course 2014
Category: Race Reports
Race Report: Kaiser Half Marathon
Race: Kaiser Permanente Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Finishing time: 1:57:16 (8:52/mile average) Splits are below. Food/nutrition: Gluten free toast, banana, 1/2 cup of coffee, water 2 hours before the race. Water during the race. Course: Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, out to the Panhandle and back to Ocean Beach, down to the SF… Continue reading Race Report: Kaiser Half Marathon
Race Report: Turkey Trot 10K
I love a good 10K. They're fast, fun, and you don't have to worry about taking Gu! On Thanksgiving I ran the Marin Turkey Trot in Novato, CA. It was a sunny and perfectly crisp morning and I was excited to start the holiday weekend on the right foot. I ended up running side-by-side with… Continue reading Race Report: Turkey Trot 10K
Race Report: Chicago Marathon
The Big Picture I would have to say that the Chicago Marathon was the perfect race. Perfect running weather? Check. Perfect spectators? Check. Perfect running buddy? Check. Perfect course support and aid stations? Check. Every mile. Perfect logistics pre- and post-race? Check. Perfect course? Check. Flat and fast. Perfect tribute to Boston? Check. I find… Continue reading Race Report: Chicago Marathon
Where's The Tofu? 