I thought by 2022 we would be out of COVID being a concern. That was not the case. COVID continued to be rampant with new variations and continuation of updated vaccines (boosters). However by 2022, I didn’t care. I decided I needed to get out … ... Continue
Category: Keep Moving
Racing in 2020 (not), Racing in 2021 (a little)
Early 2020, I went back to work. No sooner did I start to work, COVID became rampant and we all hunkered down and worked remote. It was lonely with lots of anxiety as the world became small. I worked to try and do ‘something new’ … ... Continue
Swimming Pool Toy Bag
I have several event swag bags that bring back happy memories, yet they have no other purpose then to sit in the closet.
I saw the pattern “It’s a Cinch” by By Annie and decided to repurpose the nylon swag bags into a bag … ... Continue
Sunriver during COVID-19
We were in Sunriver, OR late June for 2 weeks as Deschutes County opened to Phase 2. For those who are thinking of going to Central Oregon, here are my observations.
Would I go back again?
Yes, for sure in a heartbeat. You can … ... Continue
How to Get Faster
In the post “Zwift and Training”, I wrote about joining the 2017 Zwift Women’s Academy which is held every year in August and September.
After the academy, I joined the Endurance Lab by Team ODZ which allowed me to continue the academy experience which I … ... Continue
Getting Faster Swimming
While planning my off-season, I decided I wanted to focus the off-season on swimming skills.
I was a Red Cross certified lifeguard and swim instructor (WSI) through high school and college. I taught every student the same stroke technique. Through the Lab coaches, I learned … ... Continue
Race Report: Pacific Crest 28K Trail Run (6/28/2019)
I had on my list to race a trail run. I picked the Pacific Crest 28K as described as a beginner trail run. This was to be my ‘A’ race for the year.
I came in 2nd in my age group! This was a peak … ... Continue
Race Report: Lavaman Waikoloa Triathlon (3/31/2019)
Wow. This is the ultimate in a peak experience. The hubby’s smile says it all. This was his 1st olympic triathlon.
I had on my bucket list to enter a race with an ocean swim. This was a perfect choice. The venue was at Anaeho’omalu … ... Continue
Zwift and Training
In 2017, I signed up for the “Women’s Zwift Academy” and quickly discovered that Zwift is a game changer for me. The Academy is an 8 week challenge to complete an indoor Zwift bike series of 8 workouts and 4 races or social rides in August … ... Continue
Ride Report: Ride the Rim (9/8/2018)
Every year the park service closes 24 miles of the scenic Crater Lake roadway for bicyclist and pedestrians to enjoy without vehicle noise and traffic.
The ride is hosted by Crater Lake National Park and The Discover Klamath Visitor & Convention Bureau. A $10 donation … ... Continue