I got to my bike and was frantically looking around for my mom- I thought she had seen me pulled out of the swim by the lifeguards and would be freaking out, but she was nowhere to be found. So I took my time toweling off my feet, chatted with a couple people as I … Continue reading SUPERFROG Race Recap: Part 3
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SUPERFROG Race Recap: Part 2
Swim I was still really nervous from my practice swim, but I was also really determined. Chatting with others in the start corral helped a lot- they were as nervous as I was, and we all worked up a bit of a “screw it, let’s go!” attitude. I danced it out a bit to the … Continue reading SUPERFROG Race Recap: Part 2
SUPERFROG race recap: Part 1
I’M ALIVE! And I don’t say that jokingly- after the surf conditions on that swim, I am thankful to be alive. Lifeguards reported that they made at least 30 saves that day. Something like 260 people did not start or finish the race. That’s more than a quarter of all registered! I spoke to several … Continue reading SUPERFROG race recap: Part 1
All the feels
Four more nights until my first ever Ironman 70.3 race and right now, I am having ALL the feels about this impending doom! I am vaguely terrified of the swim entry. Wary of how long I know it’s going to take to complete the race. Wishing I had done a lot more strength building. Knowing the run … Continue reading All the feels
Guest Post: Ironman AZ 70.8?
Today I'm excited to finally share with you a guest post I've been sitting on for awhile. Matt Hubbel is Mr. Triathlon to me- he organizes swim groups and bike rides, volunteers at aid stations and cheers for the pros. I was lucky to meet Matt through a friend and he's always there with an … Continue reading Guest Post: Ironman AZ 70.8?
Does this Tri Kit make my butt look big?
I think the number one question I am asked- from both aspiring triathletes and people who are just curious- is “what do you wear???” I had the same question starting out- how do you go from swimming to biking to running when there’s no place to change out of your bathing suit and into your … Continue reading Does this Tri Kit make my butt look big?
Tips for your first time in clipless pedals
Before my first ride in clipless pedals, there are a few things I wish someone had told me other than "you're going to fall." I've listed a few tips and tricks below which have helped me feel more comfortable being attached to my bike. Happy riding! Practice standing still Before you try riding while clipped in, put … Continue reading Tips for your first time in clipless pedals
You’re going to fall. Get it over with.
This blog has been all about the nitty gritty basics of triathlon- the fun, the embarrassing, and the painful. Today’s post includes all three, because today I’m going to tell you about my first time riding in clipless pedals. The name “clipless pedals” is a bit of a misnomer, since you clip the cleat of … Continue reading You’re going to fall. Get it over with.
Hey anxioustriathlete, where you been?
I have great hopes for this blog. I want it to be a place where people come to get all of their most embarrassing triathlon training questions answered without having to ask, where people are inspired to compete in their first triathlon or increase their race distance. I want to bring more fun to the … Continue reading Hey anxioustriathlete, where you been?
A New “Why”
Remember how I mentioned that I’m setting some big new goals for myself this year? Well, I’m officially going half crazy, because this year I’m taking my triathlon game to a new level… I’m racing a HALF IRONMAN!!! That’s 1.2 miles of swimming 56 miles of biking And 13.1 miles of running Phew! For months … Continue reading A New “Why”
The Anxious Triathlete 