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My story, well really, a great one in my book. One I have worked really hard for. It starts many, many years ago, but for tri purposes, this life started in 2007 and wow, I am so happy it did. Back in 2007, our family relocated from the west coast of Florida to Austin, TX. My trihubby, David, arrived in Austin nine months before the…
Continue readingMike Thompson is back with us to offer words of wisdom for athletes as race day nears. Although the season may be winding down or even over for some of you, many still have races coming up or you can always save for next year. We’ll take anything to make our lives easier, right? These are great, actually useful tips and done with a…
Continue readingMike Thompson is back with us to offer words of wisdom for spectators on race day. Although the season may be winding down or even over for some of you, many still have races coming up or you can always save for next year. We’ll take anything to make our lives easier, right? These are great, actually useful tips and done with a sense…
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This post is updated as of 10/27/16. We’re back with Part 2 of The Sport of Spectating, Ironman 70.3 Austin. Hopefully, you’ve already read and printed Part 1!!. The one-loop swim takes place at Decker Lake, a freshwater lake located at Walter E. Long Park. Then, your triathlete is off on the one-loop bike course. If you have children or others that need to take…
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This post has been updated as of 10/27/16. It’s Ironman 70.3 Austin time! Get ready for some fun, Texas style. Hopefully, you have read our Food and Fun Part 1 and Part 2 series, so you are all set for your visit with things to do and places to eat and can just relax and enjoy. If not, do it now…… If you are racing…
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Spends many hours away from home; is in the company of an attractive, physically fit, disciplined person of the opposite sex; comes home sweaty and out of breath; makes excuses for why they’re late, such as had a flat tire – sounds like the scenario for a spouse having an affair, doesn’t it? But in this case, it’s just part of living with a triathlete….
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Fall has arrived, at least on the east coast. The air is crisp, the sky is bright blue, and the blankets are on the bed. In our house, it also means it’s the time of the year for hearty, healthy soups. We think this white bean vegetable and farro fits the bill. You can certainly substitute other grains for the farro such as rice, barley,…
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Whether you like to plan ahead or wait until you arrive, you must be wondering what there is to do in Austin. Well, a lot of our advice depends on whether you are with your tri buddies or with your tri family. But, never fear, we can help with both – Austin is our home town! Regardless of your situation, you need to head downtown…
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Your dogs are going to love these pumpkin dog treats! They are easy and healthy to make with a few dog friendly ingredients. Fall brings so many yummy new fruits and vegetables, we thought it would be a great idea to share some with those wonderful 4-legged friends that are part of our families. These pumpkin dog treats are easy to make and a…
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If you are coming to race in Austin, lucky you. Austin is a food lovers heaven and was a long-time home to one of the TriWives a few years ago. We do have one big piece of advice – pick your restaurants carefully, as there are so many yummy places to choose from. Such a terrible problem to have. We highly recommend any of the…
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The weekend’s here and you’ve got 5 hours to kill while he’s on a ride. Sound familiar? Whether the time is spent alone, with a partner of the same sex, or the opposite sex, the fact remains that a lot of time IS spent away from home, often with people who are not a part of your life. Sometimes you will know them and other…
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Well, your triathlete has crossed the finish line at the Ironman World Championship and has heard, “YOU ARE AN IRONMAN.” So, now what? He/she will be ushered away from the finish line by volunteers and all the normal tasks will be preformed; timing chip removed, water and cold towel given out, finisher’s picture taken, finisher’s swag doled out, and then an escort to the athlete…
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