Skiing at Jackson Hole...

A welcome break from triathlon-specific training – four straight days of skiing at Jackson Hole in Wyoming with my dad, my friend, Steve Smith, and three of my dad’s co-workers. Living in his new home in Lander, WY, Steve was only a 3 hour drive away from here. Photo: Me From the Jackson Hole Website: “With 2,500 acres of legendary inbounds terrain, a 4,139′ vertical rise, 459″ of average...

Nutrition and the Ironman-distance Triathlete...

Athletes are always asking me about my nutrition, especially when it comes to training and racing for Ironman-distance events (2.4-mile swim / 112-mile bike / 26.2-mile run). During 9+ hours of racing, nutrition is critical and can mean the difference between a podium finish and walking half of the marathon. I’ll share my perspective on eating on general as well as approach to racing nutrition. Keep in mind...