Lanikai Triathlon 2012

So this was my second time doing this triathlon but first time doing the whole race. Last year, I did a relay due to a strained Achilles tendon. This year, feeling much better, I decided to sign up again. Race morning pretty much sucked. Saturday morning was idea, sunny skies, light winds and dry roads. Sunday was the complete opposite. Heavy rain, wet roads and strong winds. Yeah, not my favorite weather. Despite being a swimmer for most of my...

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Swimming Part 3

Here's the third and final part of my swim ramblings. Swim gear. This is just my personal preference so what may work for me, may not work for you. As triathletes, we have all sorta gadgets ranging from super useful to just hilarious. As a swimmer, a few things are essential when training, goggles, swim suit, and a cap for the ladies.  Goggles  My personal preference is to use Swedish goggles. I've been using these since I was...

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Why you should ride a black bike

Thought this was pretty funny. Taken from Slowtwitch. "What are you thinking? Are you crazy? Black bikes have souls, lots of them, they sucked all the souls from ugly green, red, blue, and other clolr bikes. A black bike says don't f*ck with this guy. It's like having the worst of Satan and the best of Jesus in one bike. You suck the life from other rides and it goes into your legs, giving you more watts and taking watts from them. At...

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Swimming Part 2

 The past two weeks I've was feeling a little under the weather and just didn't have any energy to write. I'm feeling a lot better despite my 3 pack a day smoker cough and inability to get a good nights sleep. Anyways. So you finally got your ass into the pool and you're swimming or doing something that looks like swimming. Good job, getting in is a big issue for some. Here's a few drills that can help make you a better swimmer. Chest Press - Improves body position and kicking technique.Swim face down with your arms at your side and...

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