Swimming in the Open Water against a Current When you've been pool swimming for nine months out of the year, you forget that there a strong currents in the open water, especially in the Northeast or West Coast. The other day, I swam at Tobay with a group there and...
Strava and Zwift Inspire Me to Keep Going Further
Strava and Zwift Inspire Me to Keep Going Further If you asked me what is Strava or what is Zwift a year ago, I would have looked at you funny. But today, those two online apps are a huge part of my life, especially my triathlon life. I've been training...
First Impressions of the Infinity Seat by Nicole Thomas
First Impressions of the Infinity Seat by Nicole Thomas We have only three contact points with the bike: handle bars, pedals, and seat, with the seat supporting almost all of our weight. So, having a saddle that’s comfortable is essential. Finding a comfortable saddle can also be the most frustrating...
Book Review: Women Who Tri by Alicia DiFabio
Book Review: Women Who Tri - A Reluctant Athlete's Journey into the Heart of America's Newest Obsession by Alicia DiFabio When I first thought about competing in a triathlon, I didn't think about how complicated or hard the sport was, I just jumped in. It sounded fun and how hard...
First Open Water Swim of the Season
First Open Water Swim of the Season From October through June, if you're a triathlete and if you live in the North East, you tend to swim in a pool. I've been going to the Nassau County Aquatic Center all season. I really enjoy it there because there are a...
Running in Boulder, Colorado
Running in Boulder, Colorado I went for a run while I was in Boulder, Colorado. I walked outside of the hotel and was unsure where to go. I usually ask the receptionist at the front desk, but this time, I felt adventurous. I'm not going to get lost (although I...
Control Your Mind Game by Dan Schaefer, Ph.D.
Control Your Mind Game by Dan Schaefer, Ph.D. The outcome of any high stakes, high performance situation depends a lot on what’s going on inside the player’s head. Peak Performance Strategies helps executives, entertainers and athletes at all levels -- Control their “mind games” and reduce negative self-talk. Enhance focus....
Fastest Master Swimmer Offers Tips on How to Swim Faster in the Pool
Fastest master swimmer offers tips on how to swim faster in the pool Last month, as part of a WeRTriathletes, the national triathlon club, I spoke with International Swimming Hall of Fame Inductee and one of the fastest swimmers in the world, Karlyn Pipes. She talked about tips and strategies...
We Were Named Top Triathlon Blog!
We were named top triathlon blog! A Triathlete's Diary Blog was named #32 out of 75 top Triathlon Blogs from Feedspot, the leading RSS reader. Others on the list include #1 Triathlon.com Blog, #4 Tri Swim Coach Blog and #5 TriRadar Blog. There are blogs from across the world listed...
Can’t Figure Out What to Do About Your Hair?
Can't figure out what to do about your hair? Guys, this one isn't for you... it's for us women who have long hair and aren't sure how to deal with it during a triathlon. This post crossed my desk and I thought it was worthy to share. Reebok worked with Boston-based...