Life with a swimmer or diver in our house has a lot of challenges. Even now that our diver is off diving for Brandeis University, we still have day-to-day routines we do to make his life easier. I was recently asked to reflect on my life as a swim/dive athlete’s mom and my thoughts of supporting Team USA and the Olympic Games by SheSpeaks and…
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Fueling triathletes with foods that are real and good for them and the family can be exhausting AND expensive. We have found one way to provide a food high in benefits and house-cured, thus keeping the cost down. The best thing is that this food will also be loved by the family and keeps well. That food you ask…Well, it’s Gravlax! Benefits of Gravlax Being…
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Recently, I was asked by a company if I would write a sponsored post about a Microliner. I was at first like, “Me, no way! I’m not old enough for that”. But, then I was like, “It has nothing to do with age”. Besides, who am I kidding; I wear a panty liner everyday for bladder leakage to stay fresh. There, I said it! Especially…
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I am so excited to announce that the blog Four Stories Up and it’s founder, Sydney Zucker, have moved to the 8th floor in Midtown Manhattan and will be joining MomsGoodEats as the contributor, Millennial in NYC. Sydney Zucker, my beautiful daughter, will be covering all things happening in NYC, including food, travel, products she loves, things to do, and keeping us up-to-date on…
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It is so very true. I love Groupon and all the great deals I find on their website and app. So, when I was contacted to write a post for Groupon, it was a quick yes. I use Groupons both when at home and when I travel. This is a sponsored post, but all of the following opinions are honest and my own, because I…
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Welcome to Omaha. You are so lucky to have landed in this great city with award winning chefs and restaurants. Being a triathlon family, when we moved here, finding the right restaurants was a priority. And, fortunately, it was not that hard at all. The USA Olympic-Distance National Championships are just a week away on August 13, so we wanted to share our cleaning eating,…
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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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