Category Archives: Triathlon Central

Ironman Canada

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Al

The first thing to remember is that I did not go to Canada intending to race. I really didn’t want to go there at all, but I tried to figure out a way to make it worth my while in … Continue reading →

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Stubborn

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Al

“Why are you doing *this* race, Teri?” We’re riding in a rental Ford Escape up to Yellow Lake. I’ve finagled a ride with Steph and Teri from Colorado and Utah, to “drive the course” here at (the last) Ironman Canada. … Continue reading →

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Slaying the Badger

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Al

In Slaying the Badger, Richard Moore tells the story of the 1986 Tour, when Hinault battled Greg LeMond for the win at the Grand Boucle. Continue reading →

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Dreams

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Al

The best things in life start with dreams. Don’t squash those of the young. Continue reading →

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Mid Term Report: Outseason 2012

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Al

…it’s time for me to do a status check on my training and fitness. Last year at this time, I was scrambling to find enough energy, strength, time and fuel to get geared up for an Ironman at the end of June Continue reading →

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Iron War: Dave Scott, Mark Allen & the Greatest Race Ever Run

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Al

…this is probably a must read for any serious triathlete, or even for a runner or cyclist, who is seeking insight into how the best have achieved their greatest successes. And for those who relish a gripping human athletic drama, as seen on TV in the Olympics, they won’t be disappointed either. Continue reading →

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Reckless Courage

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Al

Peter Rose was a Cincinnati boy. He was born and raised on the west side, went to Western Hills High School, and never had any intention of going to college. He was the epitome of the guy who decided the … Continue reading →

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Speed, Grace, and Reckless Courage

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Al

So what are these “athletic virtues”, speed, grace, and reckless courage? Speed is your ticket to the dance. It’s the innate “talent” which begins to separate truly elite athletes from the rest of us, usually at an early stage. It’s … Continue reading →

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Speed, Grace, and Reckless Courage

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Al

I’ve always been a voracious consumer of magazines. During medical school in the 70s, while gone on a ski trip, my housemates were astounded by the number of magazines which piled up for me in the mail – 15 during … Continue reading →

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Mind Over Matter

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Al

…sometimes, a swift kick in the butt is all you need. Continue reading →

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