Boulder is such a gorgeous venue for not only a vacation, but also for an Ironman race. It truly offers it all. The community has tons of wonderful activities, indoors and out, and really, really good restaurants filled with fresh seasonal cuisine. If you’re headed to town and will be spectating Ironman Boulder, lucky you! Here’s some information on the race and tips for having…
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Welcome to Omaha, my home town! I am so thrilled to be in a triathlon city and one that is hosting so many amazing athletic events this year. We have been home to the College World Series and U.S. Olympic Swim Trials so far, and now it’s the USA Triathlon National Championships on August 13. It is so exciting that OUR sport is coming to…
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Getting away and having a non-triathlon weekend vacation is just fine in-season and trust us, everyone will survive. In fact, we think sometimes it’s just what is needed for a bit of rejuvenation and is actually great for everyone, including the triathlete and the family. The first step, though, is actually leaving home. We do not recommend a staycation for this getaway. Staying at home…
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I knew my kids were better off without my help, which is what helped me to become a better mom. I love my kids. I really do. And I’m the first to admit that my whole life is wrapped around them, even today when they have left the nest. I plan things I do around their schedules, so that we can see them as much…
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Imagine a secluded spot, tucked away on a gorgeous property overlooking the water on three sides. Then imagine having an amazing meal, accompanied by equally amazing drink. This is what I recently experienced at the Don Pablo Restaurante Gourmet as part of the all-inclusive package at The Luxury Bahia Principe Cayo Levantado in the Dominican Republic. Disclosure: Consideration was provided by a mentioned brand. I…
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When you’ve decided to get involved in the world of triathlons, you AND your family have to adopt the lifestyle that goes along with it. If you have children, they will not be immune to the effects and should be told what their parent being a triathlete will mean to their lives. They will not be happy if they are expecting you at every soccer…
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Sorry, but this mom does not like the current Pokemon App Craze… We have often taken a different parenting approach than most and here was a typical conversation in our house when the kids were young. Our kids were used to the statement, “We know a lot of people are doing it, but we would rather you didn’t”. Then we would get, “Why not? Everyone…
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When it’s hot out, about the only thing I want to cook is something on the grill or one of my favorite summer salads. I want something refreshing and light and so does my family. Plus, it’s a great time to take advantage of whatever is in season and of course, local. It’s also delicious to combine fruit in my salads for a healthy spin…
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Dana and I love hosting dinner parties, but for me, it wasn’t always that way. She, on the other hand, is a born party thrower and hostess. I fretted over absolutely everything, but mostly that people would cancel at the last minute. After the first few, however, when people actually did show up and seemingly had a good time, I started to relax and even…
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We are NuttZo fans for all the goodness it offers and all the options of NuttZo flavors you can choose from. Making sure we are fueled by real food that we have control over, though, is what we love the most…and the versatility. While we eat it plain, on scones, in smoothies, and I’ve even created muffins and protein truffle balls with it, I decided…
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With the Fourth of July here, that means it’s time to pull out the summer cocktail recipes. One of our top choices using fresh fruit is from our favorite vodka, Tito’s. We offer you several combinations of berries to muddle for this easy and delicious cocktail. Use whatever is to you and your guests’ liking. Just be sure to save some for the garnish! STAR SPANGLED…
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This is the time of year when we want to save the last of the season’s freshest for the rest of the year. So, I picked up loads of the last of this season’s blueberries. I flash froze a bunch and then made this jam with the rest. I doubled the recipe and made about 6 half pints of jam. I like to do small…
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