Dear World Triathlon Corporation/Ironman, My name is Heather. You don't know me, but I know you. I've known of you for over a decade, ever since my sister first uttered her hopes of one day doing an "Ironman" race. I've been intrigued by you for years, ever since I caught my first Ironman World Championship coverage airing on NBC. I've dreamt of you with an unexplainable drive for the last Continue reading →
Adventure may hurt you, but monotony will kill you.
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Training for an Ultramarathon? You Still Need Speedwork.
Speed. Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, the road running world seemingly revolves around how fast you can run. Tell someone you ran a marathon, they'll ask you how long it took. Sign on to any running forum, and people will be discussing PR's (personal records) mile splits, … [Read More...]
Have You Tried Turning it Off and On Again?
I'm not entirely sure if I believe in fate, or if I believe that humans simply put a lot of faith and thought into things that should be chalked up to pure coincidence. Either way, my Garmin died a few days after my last race, and until today, I haven't been able to turn it back on. Confession: … [Read More...]
It’s Alright.
Growing up, I was always very close to my dad. He and I just seemed to understand each other. We would spend hours talking about everything, from life, to politics, to what I wanted to be when I grew up. I remember spending summer nights sitting in our backyard by the outdoor fireplace, just … [Read More...]