Kona Day 1 Recap: "from hola to aloha". This place reminds me so much of Cozumel -- humidity, wind, palm trees, Ironman week experience, ocean, my condo -- that I keep wanting to say "hola!". I even found the dried up rose that was given to us after IM Cozumel in my old suitcase! 🌹I… Continue reading Ironman World Championship: Race Week in Kona!
All About That “Base”
With exactly 6 months to go until Kona I thought this would be a great time to jump-start the blog which, going forward, will include training updates, stories, photos, and plant-powered motivation. Thanks for following along as I get ready for Ironman #2, the Ironman World Championship! The Last 4 Months So what have I been up… Continue reading All About That “Base”
Ironman Cozumel 2014 Race Report
It's very obvious now that Ironman is all about the journey, and race day is the party. When I registered for my first Ironman in Lake Tahoe I did everything possible to prepare myself for one of of the hardest Ironman events in the world. When the race was suddenly cancelled I had a choice to… Continue reading Ironman Cozumel 2014 Race Report
Ironman Cozumel Prep!
It's been a (mostly) incredible 3 days here in Cozumel, Mexico. The trip started off with a flight to Cancun where I was surrounded by 4 other Ironman triathletes. We shared stories, got to know each other, and exchanged info to keep in touch. It was an amazing way to start the trip! Â Ferry Ride… Continue reading Ironman Cozumel Prep!
Week 47: Taper for Ironman Cozumel
How do I know it's taper week? I'm sick, full of aches and pains, and antsy for race day! All of that aside, I absolutely can't wait to get to beautiful Cozumel and spend time with my friends and family. It's going to be an amazing trip and I'm excited to finish what we all… Continue reading Week 47: Taper for Ironman Cozumel
Week 46: Pack Your Bags We’re Going to Kona!!
Between big news, great workouts with friends, and bouncing back after my funk last week, this has quite possibly been the best week ever. As they say in Almost Famous, "it's all happening"... What?! Me? KONA!?! The Ironman World Championship, or simply "Kona" as it's referred to in the tri world, is the ultimate goal for… Continue reading Week 46: Pack Your Bags We’re Going to Kona!!
Week 45: Pacific Coast Bike Ride
Not gonna lie, my Ironman training motivation is severely waning. Is it race day yet? It's been really tough these past few weeks to stay motivated and on top of the training plan especially because I've put in so many 100 mile bike rides and 18+ mile runs this summer/Fall that I already feel ready for… Continue reading Week 45: Pacific Coast Bike Ride
Week 44: Peak 22 Mile Run + Finding Balance
Happy November! It's officially Ironman month... again! The weather is a little chillier, the rain is starting to come, the sun is setting earlier, and Starbucks even rolled out their red cups. I'm getting geared up for my peak weeks of training and so far so good. I'm getting more comfortable on my new bike… Continue reading Week 44: Peak 22 Mile Run + Finding Balance
Week 43: Recovery Week
Good thing this was a recovery week because life has been a little nutty with work + SF Giants + social events. It's a tough life 🙂 Speaking of nutty, I discovered vegan Nutella and it's lick-the-spoon delicious. It's the Justin's Chocolate Hazlenut Butter. Not the healthiest, but man it's good during a stressful week!… Continue reading Week 43: Recovery Week
Week 42: Nike Women’s Half Marathon
What an awesome week! I stayed on top of my training plan and beat my 2 hour goal at the Nike Women's half marathon on Sunday. I love these small victories along the way of greater goals. It really helps stay motivated and I couldn't be more excited about Ironman Cozumel coming up in just… Continue reading Week 42: Nike Women’s Half Marathon
Where's The Tofu? 