Maybe you’re curious about triathlon. Maybe you have friends who race, but you don’t feel athletic enough to race with them. Maybe you just want a big scary goal to shake up your comfort zone. Whatever your reason for wanting to tri, we all have reasons for why we haven’t started yet. It took a … Continue reading What’s holding you back?
How do you know if you’re ready to train for a triathlon?
Back in December I talked a little bit about planning for your 2017 season. But what about those of you who are just thinking about embarking on a triathlon journey? Where do you start? In the upcoming months here at The Anxious Triathlete, we’re going to get back to basics. If you’re someone who has … Continue reading How do you know if you’re ready to train for a triathlon?
Changes are a’comin
I've been sharing my adventures and misadventures on The Anxious Triathlete for almost two years now. And I've been thrilled to see the readership grow, the questions roll in, and the feedback from women who have been helped by my willingness to "tri" it first. I love sharing this sport and the mental and physical benefits … Continue reading Changes are a’comin
Racing 2017!
Well I finally nailed down my 2017 racing schedule, and I have to wonder- am I nuts? Am I doing too much? I have seven races on the schedule- and potentially 3 more- from February through November. It seems just a wee bit crazy, but then I remember- racing is my favorite thing about this … Continue reading Racing 2017!
Planning for 2017
It’s that time of the year- presents, cookies, and a deep desire to curl up in front of a fire and never move again. Which means it's also time to look ahead and plan next year’s tri season! So how do you go about picking your races for 2017? It all depends on your goals. Here’s … Continue reading Planning for 2017
When I Grow Up…
As I’ve become a more competitive triathlete (in my own head, at least), I’ve started watching the calves of competitors. Checking the ages of those around you is the only way you can get an idea of where you stand in your age group sans a supporter keeping track for you. I get excited when … Continue reading When I Grow Up…
Competing Clean
Here’s something you may not know: if you complete in any race sanctioned by a sports governing body, you may be subject to random drug testing. Of course, running into a drug tester at a local community race would be pretty unusual, but both pros and amateurs are subject to the same clean sport rules. … Continue reading Competing Clean
Training on Vacation
With the holidays rapidly approaching, many of us have travel on the horizon. And travel can wreak havoc on your training schedule! But by planning ahead, you can stay in step with your training- or choose to enjoy some downtime. Move your schedule around We get into a serious routine with training- Swim monday and thursday, run … Continue reading Training on Vacation
Superfrog: The Aftermath
I know what you’re thinking- Ugh, she’s going to talk about Superfrog AGAIN??? Indulge me one more time, because I think it’s important to talk a bit about what happens AFTER a big race like a half ironman. Let’s start with what physically happened to my body. I expected to be sore, and I certainly … Continue reading Superfrog: The Aftermath
How about you?
*****This contest is now closed, but I'd still love your feedback below!!!***** Training for triathlons, I'm constantly running across new things to conquer, figure out, and explain. Heck, that's why I started this blog! But this week I ran into a snag. I've got a whole list of topics I can write about and … Continue reading How about you?
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