Race week is unlike other training weeks in so many ways. You may have executed a great training plan up to race week but if you don't make the necessary adjustments in the final week and sometimes two weeks leading up to a race you could face unnecessary challenges. Here I will share considerations for... Continue Reading →
This weekend in South Florida was a welcome getaway full of healthy food, exercise, sun, and fun. I've posted previously how I eat healthy when traveling as several people have inquired how I do it so I will continue to share from time to time what I do to eat healthy and exercise when on... Continue Reading →
The Healthy Giraffe is three years old! In some ways it seems like I have been at this for so long and other times it seems like yesterday. What is this you may ask? I wrote the purpose of The Healthy Giraffe just over three years ago… The Purpose is to provide resources, support and community in an effort... Continue Reading →
The final multi-sport race of the year, the Top Gun Triathlon, occurred yesterday in Fort DeSoto, Florida and lived up to its name. There were 200 Top Gun racers and another couple hundred Top Gun staff, volunteers and spectators making it a beautiful atmosphere for a race. Here I will share my wonderful experience as... Continue Reading →
I love racing and I love coaching! This holiday weekend had both that simply made me thankful for what I have. Here I will share a few highlights from my experiences doing both at the Gobbler 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run and team workouts Saturday and Sunday that gave me such a high. First... Continue Reading →
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