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The emotions of my triathlete as they pertain to training and racing are pretty clear and centered around his passion. While he works his butt off, it still makes him quite happy and content. But, when not training or racing, there is a sort of sadness that surrounds him. Well, for me as the triwife, it is pretty much the same. After David was hit…
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We advise working as a team, triathlete and tripartner, when choosing a favorite triathlon venue for the family. Not only do you have to consider if it’s a good race for the triathlete, but also if it’s good for the family and/or your spectators. With extremely long days for full-distance races, the locations have to offer activities to keep everyone happy and occupied and places…
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At this last race in Arizona, I spent a lot of time chatting with the people standing next to me. Very often they initiated the conversation and almost every time, they were seeing their very first triathlon and who they were supporting was doing their very first triathlon. They were so excited to share how their daughter, friend, or husband got into triathlons and were…
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Updated 2018: All events and spectating are current for 2018. I actually lived in Phoenix for quite a few years, so enjoy going back to see how the area has changed, not to mention catching up with old friends. We did our Food, Fun, and Spectating pieces last year, so I’m just giving you some updates and a few new things to do and see….
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Our house is a lot different than most. Ever since my husband decided to become a triathlete, he has also became a weekly commuter. I’m not talking the taking the train into New York City type of commuter. I’m talking flying to Florida or Nebraska from our home in Austin type. Add to this situation the fact that he doesn’t cook and has special dietary…
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If you are headed to Ironman Arizona, it’s time to start thinking details if you haven’t already. If you don’t plan ahead, you just might miss out on the best places to stay. We’ve been there multiple times so have some great suggestions for Ironman Arizona hotels that are convenient to the race. Even though there’s less down time at the Arizona race due to…
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This post is current for 2017. Ironman Arizona is a great spectator race, made much easier if you are staying downtown. With a fast course, spectator-friendly venue, and warm weather in November, it is one of the most popular races on the Ironman circuit. The race is compact, so there are multiple athlete viewing opportunities. The start and finish take place in Tempe Beach Park….
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Hopefully, you read our Tempe Arizona Things To Do so you have tons of fun things lined up to keep you occupied while you’re in town. Now, we’re here to give you a few options for dining so you won’t go hungry. We’ve listed restaurants both in Tempe and the surrounding area, in case you decide to venture out – we’re assuming you probably have a…
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Tempe, Arizona should be great this time of year, with temperatures finally cooling down. If you’ve never been, there are so many things to do and see in Arizona, you will never get bored. You can stay local or venture out to Tucson, Sedona, Flagstaff, or the Grand Canyon (check for weather and passability this time of year). But, you really do need a car…
Continue readingAs choosing next year’s triathlon race schedule is already in the planning stages in many families, we thought we’d give you a couple tips on selection. Local races are great, but travel races can be a blast for the group. Picking the perfect race location is key when making a triathlon a family vacation. If you are looking for an Ironman race and are a…
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