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I’ve heard all of these noises to start races and they only mean one thing. It’s GO TIME! Last month we talked about how to prepare the last 12 to 36 hours before the race starts. This blog is [...]

It’s May. “April showers bring…May races and June races and July, August and September races.”  That’s not quite how the saying goes, but many of us are race-focused now. Here in the [...]

Race day is almost here! Download Duathlon Athlete Guide for more information about the race. Remember due to flooding, we had to move from NP Dodge Park to Power Park. See you on Saturday, April 13.

Growing up, I was not mentally tough, or, tough by any definition of the word. There were the “tough” kids in middle school who intimidated me. They had swagger and confidence. They were far more [...]

As I hammered down the interstate, I thought about what a cool race course this was! The longest section of the bike leg was on an interstate. Yes, full-on South Carolina interstate! Just minutes [...]

How would you answer the question, “What kind of an athlete are you?”  Your answer might be, “Not a very good one.” Or, “Well, I’m learning and getting better.” Or, “I’ve been racing [...]

So, it’s January. Happy New Year! As an endurance athlete, what should be in your head right now? What should you be thinking about? I’ll suggest three items…three ‘thinks.’ One – Think BACK. [...]