A Goofy Challenge: Disney Half Marathon plus Full Marathon
The Goofy Challenge - What a great name for an event and appropriately named! The idea of running a 13.1 mile half marathon on Saturday then running a 26.2-mile marathon the very next day sounds kind of “goofy” in a warped sort of way, which exactly what Disney calls this event on Jan 6-7 in Orlando, Florida. The first question that might come to mind is, “Why do it?” My answer: “Because it’s something new.” I’ve run 25 marathons – 4 standalone and 21 at the tail end of an Ironman distance race. I wanted to do something a little more...
Read MoreWinter Training for Triathletes
Winter brings two challenges – colder temperatures and shorter days. Both can drive an athlete to workout inside on a bike trainer and a treadmill, but I do not think that this needs to be the case all of the time. Sure, if there’s a blizzard outside; the sidewalks and roads are icy; and visibility is 0%; ride your trainer inside or go for a swim instead. If the conditions are not too bad, exercising in cold weather can be a positive experience. At the very least, the bike trail will not be crowded and your scenery will change. Plus, I like to think that it toughens me up...
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