Author Archives: Al

Slow Down and Run Fast!

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Al

From the Endurance Nation forums: Someone asked why she couldn’t seem to get any faster in her “tests” (specifically, a 5K time trial or running race), when hitting the training paces seems easier and easier as the training cycle proceeds. … Continue reading →

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Ironman Arizona 2013

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Al

Slowing Down Is Not An Option Continue reading →

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Swim Paddles

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Al

This morning, I got a question from an EN teammate about using swim paddles to “build swim strength”. Continue reading →

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Ironman Arizona 2013 Race Plan

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Al

PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR NUTRITION AND YOUR PACE; YOUR TIME AND PLACE WILL TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES. Continue reading →

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Ironman Arizona Race Rehearsal # 2

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Al

Yesterday’s RR was frustrating and very helpful, informative, and reassuring. Background: I’ve had a long season, really no stop since Feb 2012, when I took 2 months of running to cure Plantar Fasciitis. Since then I did two pretty sluggish … Continue reading →

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The Double

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Al

There’s a lot I’d like to cover in a proper race report, and maybe I will some day soon in an epilogue. But for now, I really, REALLY need some serious recovery time. All things considered, I’d rather be skiing. Continue reading →

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Ready for Xterra

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Al

I did this pilgrimage to Kona and Maui two years ago, watching the Ironman and finishing second at Xterra. Now I’m back doing both the races, a dream I’ve had for seven years. I’m been trying just to enjoy it, take it all as a gift, and leave any expectations at the door. Continue reading →

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On To Maui

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Al

But Wait! There’s More! In 2006, I did the “Hawaii Double”, meaning the Ironman and Xterra World Championships. That journey begins here: Continue reading →

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The Day(s) After

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Al

Wednesday, October 25, 2006 SUNDAY TDA. The day after. Surprisingly, I felt rather spry all day. Not enough inflammation in my legs to get them really sore yet I suppose. My only injuries were on my feet: another black toenail … Continue reading →

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The Race

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Al

IM IS all about the run, unless you’re Normann Stadler, I guess. Continue reading →

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