How to disagree respectfully in a world full of health misinformation We’ve reached a point in the wellness world where eating fruit can spark a full-blown wellness debate. Not kidding. Fasted training vs. fed training.Tracking macros vs. intuitive eating.Heavy lifting vs. Pilates.Cold plunges vs. “please let me be…
Let’s Be Honest—Starting Something New Is Scary I’ve been there more times than I can count—starting a new job, diving into a new training block, or adjusting to a major life change. You feel overwhelmed. Everything is unfamiliar. You wonder how am I ever going to learn this…
Triathlon training and racing is more than just a swim, bike, and run—it’s also about adapting to the elements. Environmental challenges like wind, heat, and cold are common obstacles in both training and racing, and learning how to manage these conditions can make or break your performance. In…
When it comes to endurance sports, most athletes focus on training plans, nutrition, and recovery strategies. But one often-overlooked tool is intentional breathwork. Breathing happens automatically, yet improving how you breathe can unlock profound benefits for your endurance, recovery, and overall athletic performance. Breathwork for endurance athletes is…
Imagine this: you’ve followed a traditional triathlon training plan, logging countless hours swimming, cycling, and running. Yet, on race day, you feel fatigued or fall short of your performance goals. Sound familiar? This is a common reality for triathletes relying on generic, one-size-fits-all training approaches. What if there…
Let’s be real: as a woman triathlete, guilt can sneak in faster than you can transition from the swim to the bike. Whether it’s missing a family dinner for a brick workout or opting out of book club for a long run, you might feel like your training…
The Impact on Recovery, Performance, and Overall Health I decided to cut back on alcohol primarily in response to my Whoop; and this decision was amplified by the changes that I started to see in my training and race performance. When you look at my results with the…
“Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t – you’re right.” I believe those famous words from Henry Ford. The power of the mind is undeniable, and visualization can help boost your race performance. We’ve all likely heard of the placebo effect. This effect is a…
I recently held a nutrition seminar, and the topic of cheat meals came up. This used to be a very common approach for me. When I was competing in figure, I would save this meal for the weekend so that I could enjoy food with friends and family. …
Triathlon can change your life. Whether you are jumping in to show yourself what’s possible, to reach a fitness goal, find a sense of community, step onto the other side of your fear, or because it just seems like the next logical step in your endurance journey…You’ve come…