Warning: I have a funny feeling that this may be one of the longest race reports that I’ve written. (more pics to follow) For those who don’t know, the Ironman 70.3 is also known as a Half Ironman – a 70.3 Mile Triathlon, consisting of a 1.9km swim (1 loop), 90km bike (2 loops of … Read more

And so it went… my first triathlon. I can’t say I’m not disappointed, but I knew not to have any expectations… so I shouldn’t be. A month now of non-training – not that I haven’t been doing anything, but not following a plan, nor letting myself feel guilty or stressed over the many missed workouts, … Read more

Prior to race start, Ian and Trish: Alrighty, where to begin.I can’t offer stats, because I have no idea at this time, other than I got Schwag for coming in 4th in my age group! This of course is likely 4 out of 5 but hey, schwag is schwag! And why did 4th get a … Read more

Great weekend for my new non-training training plan. Since I have decided that racing is only going to happen when it fits in with my life/schedule/etc., my new plan is to non-train. Yesterday I went for a run with my gf that I was visiting, who just started running. We did her 2:1’s at her … Read more

As reported to fellow Running Maniacs: Cabot Trail Relay Race 2007 – Team: RunningMania.com – Leg 7 – 13.1 kms – 1:20:53 – 53/65 As usual, I loved seeing all the Maniacs, especially those from away who we so rarely get to see, or hadn’t met in person before. I had the pleasure of picking … Read more

Finished off Week 11 well. Not quite reaching my goals for the week, but happy with my efforts none-the-less.Saturday night, Ian & I put “Bon Cop, Bad Cop” on the DVD player, and spun on the trainers for the show. I took it easy, as my energy levels have been really low this week. Unfortunately, … Read more