I rode all 3 of my bikes today:
1. Rode the fixie to commute to work.
2. Rode the road bike after work for a regular training ride.
3. Rode into town to meet a friend for dinner on my 29er-- my light was already set up on this one, plus I have been neglecting it. I have to say I forgot how much of a blast it is to ride.
Woot. Root.
A successful day!
Monday, July 28, 2008
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
IMLP 2008
Video of the swim:
Video of the lead female on the bike (I believe this is Hillary Biscay, but not sure):
Here are my pics in a slideshow:
Video of the lead female on the bike (I believe this is Hillary Biscay, but not sure):
Here are my pics in a slideshow:
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
Random Thoughts, Notes, Updates, and Misc.
Okay, so I've been in a very thoughtful state lately. Thinking about life, writing, reading, knowledge, bicycles, packing, moving, etc. My mind has been all over the board, so this post will attempt to document and lay out some of those things and see if I can figure out any apparent pattern. Maybe if I'm lucky I'll have an epiphany. We'll see...
I like lists, so I'm just going to list out whatever pops into my head:
1. Today was an interesting day. It started out with a 50 minute run with my friend Janice. The plan was to run with her and then continue on for a total of 11 miles in order to fulfill what I had listed on my training plan. Well, I got the run completed with Janice, but had to pause for a few hours to take this little bugger to the vet
I have 2 cats and they get along for the most part, besides some play fighting. Well, all the sudden yesterday and today they are acting as if they totally hate each other and this one, Cali, has been moaning and growling and hissing and hiding and acting all crazy. So, luckily, my vet is open from 11-1 on Sundays and I talked to them via phone and they said to bring him in. So, basically, they think it's either just behavioral or possibly a UTI. He had a UTI about a year ago, when I first got him. Anyway, long story short, $112 and a couple hours of time for a last minute cat vet visit, he his back at home and still acting a little odd. I'm supposed to give him some antibiotics and check back in a week. Hopefully he'll be okay.
So, back to the run. I did in fact finish up my run later this afternoon. I went out for about 7 more miles for good measure b/c I wasn't exactly sure how many miles Janice and I had run. I knew it was probably between 4 and 5 b/c she is just getting back into running post-injury so we took it slow.
2. I am totally stoked about going back up to Lake Placid this coming weekend! I got a call from Triboomer a couple nights ago, letting me know he is also coming to spectate. It is going to be a crazy fun time. I have started a list of all the people I know who are racing and spectating, just so I can keep track. I think there are about 12 on my racing list and even more than that on the spectator list. Oh, and I'll be driving up with my friend Allison. We will be camping (since we had no luck in finding a hotel and plus it's uber cheap to go the camping route). Only problem is that both of us are kind of camping novices. I have actually been camping quite a bit, but every time I'm always with people who have all the equipment and are way more experienced than I am, so it should be interesting. I do have at least a tent, cooler, sleeping bag, and air mattress. I think we'll be able to figure it out. haha.
3. I'm going to be moving in just over 2 weeks! AHHH! I'm excited, but at the same time I'm starting to freak out a little bit about logistics. First of all, I have the slight problem that my lease does not end until Nov 30th and I am still trying to find someone to take over and rent the place. There have actually been a lot of lookers, so I'm thinking someone will want it. It's a good apt, has all the desired amenities (Dishwasher, Washer/dryer, off-street parking, secure entrance, etc). I did some 'staging' this weekend to try to make the place more attractive and I've been posting it on Craigslist as often as it will allow. Part of my staging efforts included removing my giant ottoman (one of those big square ones that doubles as more seating) from my living room b/c the living room is not really that big and that ottoman was making the place seem claustrophobic. I didn't mind it, but I was used to it and I just think it gave a bad impression of the space. Anyway, I'm crossing my fingers. Also, I have about a trillion phone calls to make to shut off/on utilities, change addresses, and find out what day my movers are coming (they gave me a window, but not an exact date yet). Ah, the joys of moving.
4. It's Sunday night and I'm not looking forward to going to work tomorrow. I'm in check out mode already-- i.e. that syndrome when you know you're leaving your job and you've mentally moved on with your life.
5. Overall, I think life is good. Things are coming together and although some things may come down to the wire (finding new renters for my apt) I think it will all work out.
6. Training is going pretty well for my upcoming races (2 olys, 1 HIM, and a marathon--PLUS, of course, IM CdA 2009!). I've been doing some major delving/tapping into everything I can find related to nutrition, training, etc, in order to figure out my training plan for IM. I have a little time, but being the Type A kind of person I am, I hope to have this planned out soon so I can start putting it into action.
7. New endeavors. As always, I get a little ahead of myself. Mixed within my thoughts are the possibilities of trying out some new sports when I move to IA. Included are cyclocross, cross country skiiing, and possibly crit style bike racing. I would also love to learn how to ski and/or snowboard this coming winter. I'll have to drive a few hours to find somewhere with some hills, but I think it is totally doable.
8. SCUBA! I am in need of a scuba trip! The plan is to dive Lake Michigan sometime either end of Sept or early October. I would love to go somewhere more tropical, but I've heard there are a lot of cool wreck dives in the great lakes and getting there is much easier on the pocketbook and time wise for the moment. I have to relearn how to live on a student budget. Joy joy :) At least it's WAY cheaper to live in Iowa compared to good old New Haven CT or anywhere on the east coast for that matter.
Alright, I think that about wraps it up for my main thoughts as of now. Plus, this post is freakin' LONG!
Cheers.
I like lists, so I'm just going to list out whatever pops into my head:
1. Today was an interesting day. It started out with a 50 minute run with my friend Janice. The plan was to run with her and then continue on for a total of 11 miles in order to fulfill what I had listed on my training plan. Well, I got the run completed with Janice, but had to pause for a few hours to take this little bugger to the vet
I have 2 cats and they get along for the most part, besides some play fighting. Well, all the sudden yesterday and today they are acting as if they totally hate each other and this one, Cali, has been moaning and growling and hissing and hiding and acting all crazy. So, luckily, my vet is open from 11-1 on Sundays and I talked to them via phone and they said to bring him in. So, basically, they think it's either just behavioral or possibly a UTI. He had a UTI about a year ago, when I first got him. Anyway, long story short, $112 and a couple hours of time for a last minute cat vet visit, he his back at home and still acting a little odd. I'm supposed to give him some antibiotics and check back in a week. Hopefully he'll be okay.
So, back to the run. I did in fact finish up my run later this afternoon. I went out for about 7 more miles for good measure b/c I wasn't exactly sure how many miles Janice and I had run. I knew it was probably between 4 and 5 b/c she is just getting back into running post-injury so we took it slow.
2. I am totally stoked about going back up to Lake Placid this coming weekend! I got a call from Triboomer a couple nights ago, letting me know he is also coming to spectate. It is going to be a crazy fun time. I have started a list of all the people I know who are racing and spectating, just so I can keep track. I think there are about 12 on my racing list and even more than that on the spectator list. Oh, and I'll be driving up with my friend Allison. We will be camping (since we had no luck in finding a hotel and plus it's uber cheap to go the camping route). Only problem is that both of us are kind of camping novices. I have actually been camping quite a bit, but every time I'm always with people who have all the equipment and are way more experienced than I am, so it should be interesting. I do have at least a tent, cooler, sleeping bag, and air mattress. I think we'll be able to figure it out. haha.
3. I'm going to be moving in just over 2 weeks! AHHH! I'm excited, but at the same time I'm starting to freak out a little bit about logistics. First of all, I have the slight problem that my lease does not end until Nov 30th and I am still trying to find someone to take over and rent the place. There have actually been a lot of lookers, so I'm thinking someone will want it. It's a good apt, has all the desired amenities (Dishwasher, Washer/dryer, off-street parking, secure entrance, etc). I did some 'staging' this weekend to try to make the place more attractive and I've been posting it on Craigslist as often as it will allow. Part of my staging efforts included removing my giant ottoman (one of those big square ones that doubles as more seating) from my living room b/c the living room is not really that big and that ottoman was making the place seem claustrophobic. I didn't mind it, but I was used to it and I just think it gave a bad impression of the space. Anyway, I'm crossing my fingers. Also, I have about a trillion phone calls to make to shut off/on utilities, change addresses, and find out what day my movers are coming (they gave me a window, but not an exact date yet). Ah, the joys of moving.
4. It's Sunday night and I'm not looking forward to going to work tomorrow. I'm in check out mode already-- i.e. that syndrome when you know you're leaving your job and you've mentally moved on with your life.
5. Overall, I think life is good. Things are coming together and although some things may come down to the wire (finding new renters for my apt) I think it will all work out.
6. Training is going pretty well for my upcoming races (2 olys, 1 HIM, and a marathon--PLUS, of course, IM CdA 2009!). I've been doing some major delving/tapping into everything I can find related to nutrition, training, etc, in order to figure out my training plan for IM. I have a little time, but being the Type A kind of person I am, I hope to have this planned out soon so I can start putting it into action.
7. New endeavors. As always, I get a little ahead of myself. Mixed within my thoughts are the possibilities of trying out some new sports when I move to IA. Included are cyclocross, cross country skiiing, and possibly crit style bike racing. I would also love to learn how to ski and/or snowboard this coming winter. I'll have to drive a few hours to find somewhere with some hills, but I think it is totally doable.
8. SCUBA! I am in need of a scuba trip! The plan is to dive Lake Michigan sometime either end of Sept or early October. I would love to go somewhere more tropical, but I've heard there are a lot of cool wreck dives in the great lakes and getting there is much easier on the pocketbook and time wise for the moment. I have to relearn how to live on a student budget. Joy joy :) At least it's WAY cheaper to live in Iowa compared to good old New Haven CT or anywhere on the east coast for that matter.
Alright, I think that about wraps it up for my main thoughts as of now. Plus, this post is freakin' LONG!
Cheers.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Let the training begin!
I have passed the point of no return....and registered for IRONMAN COEUR D'ALENE 2009!! I am so stoked beyond belief. I don't think it has totally hit me though. I just signed up for a freakin' IRONMAN! Although, I keep reassuring myself by running through my head what I have accomplished thus far and what I will have under my belt by the time I race next year (2 HIMs, several century+ rides, 2 marathons, etc). Anyway, this is going to be an excellent adventure. Oh, and I'm psyched that Drew, Tri-Rob, and Cindy Jo are all registered too!! Rock on :)
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Monday, May 12, 2008
Help! Need Advice....
I know I have 4 months to figure this out, but I thought it would be good to start early. I have to start figuring out the logistics of getting myself and bike from Iowa to Canada for the Ironman Muskoka 70.3 on Sept 14th. Mainly, I am concerned about how to get my bike there. I am 90% sure I'm going to fly and I've never flown with my bike, I've always just driven to races. According to google it would take 13.5 hours to drive. It kind of depends on what my school schedule looks like whether or not it would even be feasible time wise to make the road trip.
Anyway, I am in need of advice/experiences/recommendations: If I fly should I a) take my bike with me on the plane or b) ship it from my LBS to a LBS in Canada. Any stories, experiences you can share? Also, does anyone have experience flying with a bike or shipping a bike across countries? How about bike boxes? Where can I get one/rent one?
Should I drive or fly? Would it be worth it to suck it up and do the driving?
One more thing...I am considering doing a local sprint tri the weekend after I get back from Muskoka, so I would want to make sure I could get my bike back within 5 days or so after the race. Is that feasible if I ship it?
So, to sum it up, please share your experiences/advice about traveling with bikes when flying.
Thanks!
Anyway, I am in need of advice/experiences/recommendations: If I fly should I a) take my bike with me on the plane or b) ship it from my LBS to a LBS in Canada. Any stories, experiences you can share? Also, does anyone have experience flying with a bike or shipping a bike across countries? How about bike boxes? Where can I get one/rent one?
Should I drive or fly? Would it be worth it to suck it up and do the driving?
One more thing...I am considering doing a local sprint tri the weekend after I get back from Muskoka, so I would want to make sure I could get my bike back within 5 days or so after the race. Is that feasible if I ship it?
So, to sum it up, please share your experiences/advice about traveling with bikes when flying.
Thanks!
Sunday, May 11, 2008
A duathlon and a 10k
So, I've been racing the past couple weekends. Last weekend was a duathlon in Greenwich, CT and yesterday I did a 10k trail run on Block Island (a little island off the coast of Rhode Island). I placed 3rd in my AG at the du and 4th at the trail run. I was pretty stoked about that. At the du they handed out little goodie bags in lieu of medals. The bag was a mesh pull string one and had a nice pair of socks, running gloves, and a clif bar inside. The value of those things was more than my race entry fee, which is cool. Anyway, here are a few pics...
This is me with one of my teammates who also placed. Notice the goodie bags we have slung over our shoulders.
Happily taking some water right after crossing the finish line.
My crazy team!
This is me with one of my teammates who also placed. Notice the goodie bags we have slung over our shoulders.
Happily taking some water right after crossing the finish line.
My crazy team!
Saturday, May 03, 2008
In Transit 32 has arrived
In this episode: Elizabeth and I are finally recovered from injuries and back on the pavement. This show covers race plans, nutrition, bike porn, life anxiety, word of the week, and much, much more! Enjoy!
Sunday, April 27, 2008
And I'm racing again :)
Well, after a long hiatus (since December) I am back racing. Today was my first race back with a trail run called Leatherman's Loop. It's a 10k in Westchester County, NY. It was a muddy fun time! Here's a couple pics:
Monday, April 21, 2008
Go Hawks!
It's official, I'm going to Iowa! Woot! After a long wait and deliberation I have finalized everything and I'll be moving to Iowa in August to start my PhD program in Epidemiology. I'm stoked. Now I just have to start doing my research re: triathlon, bike shop, running store, tri club, etc. Expect more info in the next episode of In Transit :)
Monday, April 07, 2008
Banner...
So, I'm thinking I want to make a cool banner, but I don't know how to do it. Help! I tried to make one out of a picture I have, but I can't get it to stretch all the way across. Can anyone help me out?
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Evotri Endorsements: Triboomer & TriSaraTops!!
I would like to make official endorsements for both Triboomer and TriSaraTops for the Evotri Team. They are both outstanding athletes and fantastic people who deserve the honor to join the team as fully-sponsored members. Please join me in supporting them by casting your vote. Polls close at 11:59 PM PST this Friday, March 28.
Vote by sending an email to: Vote@EvoTri.com
and type into the Subject field:
Triboomer
http://triboomer.blogspot.com/
or
TriSaraTops
http://www.trisaratopsimadventure.blogspot.com/
Thank you!
Friday, March 21, 2008
In Transit 31
Another show is up! Finally Elizabeth and I are getting into a groove of putting out shows more frequently again. Hopefully we'll be able to keep it up this time :) You can download it from iTunes or click here to listen.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
In Limbo, Once Again
OR
So, in the past 5+ years I have inevitably been spending my time in a sort of never-ending limbo. This is based on my choice to ever continue my education. First it was where I would get into a Master's program, which I ended up eventually in Fort Worth via Denton where I spent a year in a program with which I was unsatisfied. I was working while in school, but once I finished I had kind of outgrown my position and knew it was time to move on. Another limbo-- where will I go next-- and after an extensive job search I found myself in Connecticut. After about a year and a half I find myself in another self-induced limbo-- this time I've decided to go back to school again, to get my PhD. I have it narrowed down to 2 places-- Iowa or Hopkins. The main reason I have not made a final decision is because I am waiting for an official decision from Hopkins. Once I have that info I can make a final decision myself. So, I'm either going to be living in Iowa City or Baltimore. Well, I guess my life is in accordance with the title of my podcast-- In Transit-- because that's what I've been doing. In the meantime, I am stressing a bit about what this next change will mean and also about the decision that lies ahead. Thankfully, I know no matter where I'll end up I can still lead a triathlon lifestyle and will still have plenty of triathlon outlets available to me.
Well, only time will tell. I'm supposed to be hearing from Hopkins very soon. Any day now...
Until then, the only way I can maintain my sanity is via blogging my random thoughts and, of course, working up a good sweat. Working out is definitely a good way to get back into focus and release stress!
That's all for now...
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Show 30 In Transit
We are back from hiatus once again--> In Transit Duo Podcast #30!! We cover upcoming racing seasons, running injuries, tips for trips abroad, and much, much more! Enjoy!
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Finally....a diagnosis...and the journey continues
Well, I finally got my long awaited diagnosis for my knee. Turns out I have illiotibial-band syndrome (ITBS) and possibly patellar tendinitis. Not surprising, as this was my first guess of what was wrong. So, now I've been prescribed PT. Have yet to schedule it-- waiting to hear back from the place-- but I'm supposed to go to PT for 4-6 weeks and probably start running a little in 3-4 weeks. As weird as this may sound, I was actually kind of depressed when I received this news. I think it was because this diagnosis was so anticlimactic. I guess I was in a way hoping for some grandiose thing-- a better excuse for me being out of the running circuit for 8 weeks! I may be going through Kubler-Ross' stages of grief:
1. Denial
2. Anger
3. Bargaining
4. Depression
5. Acceptance
This means I only have one more stage to go. I guess that's a good sign. :) I guess, if all goes well I should be back running in plenty of time for tri season. In the meantime I just have to work on remaining optimistic!
Monday, February 18, 2008
Another update on the knee...
So, I'm trying to maintain my patience. I have to get another MRI, this time an arthrogram one (i.e. one where they inject contrast dye into my joint). They were unable to confirm a tear with the first MRI, so that I why I have to do another. I have that on this Friday (22nd) and then I have a follow-up with a new orthopedist on the 26th. In the meantime, I've been improving my swimming and cycling skills. haha. Oh, and trying to maintain my sanity.
That's all for now...
That's all for now...
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Injury Rant
So, I got some info on my knee-- but only via the nurse so far. Apparently there is suspicion of a tear in the something something meniscus and also cartilage defects. She was uncertain whether that means surgery or not. The doc is supposed to be looking over results tomorrow (of course he has been out of town for a few days-- I don't think this process could take any longer!!) and then they will let me know whether I need to come in prior to my scheduled march 4th follow-up. RIDICULOUS! It has already been 6 weeks since I've run and 8 weeks since it first started hurting. So, I'm stricken to the pool, elliptical, and bike. Okay, end rant.
I will give updates as I get them...
I never realized how much I would miss running!
I will give updates as I get them...
I never realized how much I would miss running!
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Some more pics from my Central America trip...
In front of the dive shop on Caye Caulker, Belize.
One of the temples in Tikal, Guatemala. It was very very steep to climb up there!!
A pretty sunset on Caye Caulker.
Enjoying a beer in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.
Doing some shopping in Nicaragua.
Updates...
I think Elizabeth and I are on hiatus from tricasting until further notice. We're both super busy as of now and it's just really difficult to find times when we are both free to record and the time to edit shows. We're not completely hanging up the towel, but right now we don't know when we'll be able to do another show. Sorry for disappointing...So, for now blog updates will have to do.
In other news:
I am currently injured-- knee problem :( Sucks big time because I am registered for the Hyannis Marathon (Feb 24th), which I will not be able to do now. I was also registered for a local Boston Build-Up Series of 4 races (10k, 15k, 20k, & 25k) which I also have to bow out of. I did go to the 10k race as support for people in my tri club who were racing and saw Coach Adam and his Race with Purpose crew, which was cool. I have an MRI scheduled for Monday the 4th of Feb, so hopefully I will know more about what is going on soon! I really hope I heal up fast b/c I'm already registered for 4 events with the first at the end of April so I'd like to get some run training in prior. We'll see....
On another note, I got to go to San Diego for work and was able to do a day of scuba diving in the kelp forests, which was cool and also went to the zoo. Here are a couple pics...
Also, I'll try to post some more of my central america vaca pics soon!
In other news:
I am currently injured-- knee problem :( Sucks big time because I am registered for the Hyannis Marathon (Feb 24th), which I will not be able to do now. I was also registered for a local Boston Build-Up Series of 4 races (10k, 15k, 20k, & 25k) which I also have to bow out of. I did go to the 10k race as support for people in my tri club who were racing and saw Coach Adam and his Race with Purpose crew, which was cool. I have an MRI scheduled for Monday the 4th of Feb, so hopefully I will know more about what is going on soon! I really hope I heal up fast b/c I'm already registered for 4 events with the first at the end of April so I'd like to get some run training in prior. We'll see....
On another note, I got to go to San Diego for work and was able to do a day of scuba diving in the kelp forests, which was cool and also went to the zoo. Here are a couple pics...
Also, I'll try to post some more of my central america vaca pics soon!
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