Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire
Kerrville Triathlon – Half Distance Race Recap: 9/29/2024 The race feels like forever ago now. Life and other priorities have taken my attention away from sitting down and recapping my race day. So, here is a short recap with more thoughts below on the lead up and my BIG goal going into the race. RACE... Continue Reading →
Completely Transparent - Dietitians don't always get it right. Race Stats: Age Group Finish: 16th out of 56, Total Time: 6:03:46 IM 70.3 Waco was not my greatest race but it was all I had on the day. On paper, it doesn’t look amazing or horrible. Every race can’t be my greatest and I went... Continue Reading →
Saturday morning, I had the opportunity to retest my FTP. It is no surprise to me that after about 1 ½ months off from consistent riding, my FTP dropped 6 watts. While it is a bummer, it was expected. Nutrition Leading to the Test Breakfast – Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread (a treat curiously of my... Continue Reading →
My FTP Journey Continues Last week, I did it again! While it wasn’t a huge jump like the last two times, my FTP still increased 2 watts. I am now 3.3 watts/kg. Oh my, the workouts have hit a new level of challenging, that’s for sure! As I write about the adventure, I am so... Continue Reading →
This is the look of a surprised and stoked triathlete! This week, I set a new PR on the bike hitting 3.29watts/kg. I have never been this strong and am pretty excited with the progress. My husband wants me to shoot for 4watts/kg so we will see where this journey takes me. Throughout all my... Continue Reading →
Last weekend, Everitt and I went out to cheer for my husband and brother-in-law racing in the Jacobs Well Road Race. While I was there, I was asked by Matt Sevier, host of Splash Mash Dash Youtube channel, to discuss how power gains on the bike are impacted by nutrition. My first thought was, well... Continue Reading →
This weekend many of my friends are racing Ironman 70.3 Texas in Galveston! The weather looks great, sunny and warm. Last year, the weather took many by surprise as a cold front blew in and almost froze everyone. So if you are racing, even though the forecast looks warm, I would recommend taking gear for... Continue Reading →
Daniel Espinoza’s Race Recap On February 2nd Daniel Espinoza competed in the Pace Bend Ultra 12 hour ultramarathon bike race. He started at midnight and had a goal of completing 200 miles in 12 hours. After 6 hours in, he was on track to hit his goal. He was feeling good and planning on pushing... Continue Reading →
Happy Wednesday! I can’t tell you how thankful that I am still able to run and ride the trainer 35 weeks pregnant! Today, I was able to get a brick workout in and wanted to share some of my favorite gadgets for all you athletes out there that might be looking for something to spice... Continue Reading →
In the athletic world, challenges often times bring about positive change! Have you ever contemplated doing an athletic event that would test your limits? A great friend and fellow athlete, has decided to do just that! Daniel Espinoza has signed up for the Pace Bend Ultra directed by Holland Racing. He is planning on riding... Continue Reading →
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