Creating your happiness A lot of people have a problem with happiness: Some of you think you don’t deserve it! Is that you? Are you not good enough to be happy? Do you feel unworthy somehow? Or is it something you’re working really hard to get...
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Springtime strategies for your health There’s just something powerful and restorative about spring, isn’t there? We want to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and the flowers, and – let’s admit it – maybe show off how we look at the beach or the...
Read more“Let me think about it.”
“Let me think about it.” There’s a phrase we all tend to use when we want to politely get out of certain situations – usually right after someone has asked us to make a commitment. And that phrase is, “Let me think about it.” I’ve used it. You’ve...
Read moreWarning! Do not race “Challenge Miami” without this:
Warning! Do not race “Challenge Miami” without this: It’s race weekAre you ready? I hope so… This one tip will guarantee your best race day performance! 1- race plan: Create your race plan. It’s a map for your mind...
Read moreAre you telling yourself this story?
Are you telling yourself this story? “I don’t have time to train for a triathlon or exercise.” How many times have you said that? Or heard someone else say it? It’s the No. 1 excuse for not exercising. And it’s total BS. Everyone has the...
Read moreWhat should my bike computer be telling me?
What should my bike computer be telling me? You may have the latest and greatest of bike computers, but do you know what to pay attention to in order to train and then race by the numbers? I love data, but I know many athletes who don’t...
Read moreLack of time isn’t your problem…
Lack of time isn’t your problem… Do you know the number one, reason for not exercising, training for a triathlon, eating healthy and getting into shape? “I don’t have time.” Yep! More than cost, or nervousness or lack of experience...
Read moreIf it Sounds Too Good…
If it Sounds Too Good… Here’s something that absolutely drives me crazy. It’s been going on forever, and I suppose it will never stop. But I can’t help myself. I’ve got to tell you. It angers me to see ads for “miracle” products that...
Read moreWhen ‘Good Enough’ Isn’t Enough
When ‘Good Enough’ Isn’t Enough I have a confession. I want deep fulfillment in life. I want passionate love, close relationships, meaningful work, and a sense that I’m contributing to make the world a better place. But a few...
Read more7 Ways to Win at Anything
7 Ways to Win at Anything If you want to win at anything, including triathlon, fitness/health and weight loss, then you have to repeat a two-step process every day. First, you must decide what you want. Second, you must take action to reach it...
Read moreRockstar Triathlete: John Dodds
Rockstar Triathlete: John Dodds Coach’s Notes:I met John at the Ride on Ryan sprint triathlon 4 years ago. He was very new to the sport and felt like he wanted a new challenge in life. His journey has been amazing, losing 30 lbs. and...
Read moreR & R
R & R After a challenging year and a stressful holiday season, why not resolve to devote some time this month to a little R&R? You know R&R. It’s a military abbreviation for “rest and relaxation” or “recovery and rejuvenation” or a...
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