Author Archives: Riding Thru Bees

T-5 Weeks: Tempted to Defer

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

Temptation looks different to different people. I have one friend who can’t avoid chocolate cake. A younger version of myself (okay, really just myself), is a sucker for Maui Sweet Onion Kettle Chips. This week, I was essentially offered the … Continue reading →

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Six Weeks To Go – Now Am I Ready?

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

I keep asking the same question, “Am I ready?” Saturday morning I swam 2.4 Miles and I said, “yes, I’m ready”. Then, I hopped on my bike and rode 45 miles. Between the wind and the heat, I couldn’t wait … Continue reading →

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The Power of Training with Friends

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

Let’s face it, triathlon is a lonely sport. I’ve been training 11+ hours every week, ALONE. Most of the loneliness is self imposed. After all, it’s much more time efficient to start a ride or run from my front door … Continue reading →

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Oh, That’s What Dehydration Feels Like

Posted on September 29, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

It’s one thing to read about it.  It’s another thing to experience it. Actually, I’m a bit embarrassed.  For all I read about triathlon training, you would think I would know about dehydration.  “Make sure you drink enough”.  “Stay on … Continue reading →

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Gaining Confidence

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

Assuming it happens, my Ironman is about 9 weeks. Watching the news, I’m pretty sure it won’t happen. Covid cases are up and Ironman seems to cancel about 4 weeks prior to the event. Part of me want so skip … Continue reading →

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T-3 Months, Maybe

Posted on September 7, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

I can’t help but wonder if my Ironman will really happen. Most events are cancelled for the year. Covid cases are still spiking (especially in my Ironman city). But, some Ironman races are starting to happen in Europe. The uncertainty … Continue reading →

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Am I ready? (Probably not, but I will be)

Posted on August 31, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

Six days of vacation followed by a long BRICK session (76 mile ride/6 mile run) equate to a taper and race simulation.  Looking at my training schedule, this is one of my longer sessions.  In total, it was 6:30 hours. … Continue reading →

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Coming up a bit short

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

Without a real coach, I’m training using the best free internet training plans.  The challenge is that nothing is customized for my unique situation.  There’s no recognition of vacation days, a tough work schedule, or bodily fatigue.  So, I’m taking … Continue reading →

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Night Shifts and Iron Linings

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

This month I am working with a client in Malaysia.  For August (and early September), I have 13 meetings, lasting about 4 hours each.  While meetings are a normal part of my work, evening meetings are not.  5:30 PM my … Continue reading →

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New Strategies

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Riding Thru Bees

Coming off the injury, I know I need to solve the running problem.  How do I cover the marathon?  With 17 weeks to go, I’m incorporating two new things. Run/Walk.  Is it shameful to walk the marathon?  I hope not, … Continue reading →

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