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I recently had a conversation, well text conversation, with a fellow triwife who was out on the course supporting her triathlete. He’s been out of the competition for a while with several injuries and surgeries and is just getting back into racing this year. While she was with a group of other triwives and trisupporters through the swim and bike, their triathletes were ahead of…
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Living with a triathlete has both its rewards and punishments; its ups and downs! Since rewards are so much better, we thought we’d share with you some tips to keep the punishments to a minimum. We’ve collected a few tidbits of good information over the years, as we’re sure most of you have. So, let’s make all of our lives just a bit easier AND…
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Most of us married to triathletes have an active role in what nourishment they put into their bodies. I, probably, am more active those most as cooking is one of my true loves. I spend a lot of time experimenting in the kitchen, talking to experts, and reading. So, when it comes to fueling David for his training and races, I feel it’s imperative that…
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When I got back from the last race, I had a realization – being a triwife can be a very lonely experience. Not only are you left at home alone while your triathlete does his/her countless hours of training, but unless you go with someone to a race, you spend much of the spectating day on your own. This is often true even in the…
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Traveling with teens in any capacity starts to get harder and harder with their busy schedules in high school or college and is very different than when they were little ones. They are young adults and their time is important. Whether studying for that big test; not being able to miss school because of a presentation or standardized testing; or most importantly, that big sporting…
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My triathlete husband and I have had multiple conversations lately about the state of his triathlete season and ergo, mine. Right now it is in a total state of flux due to his plantar fasciitis and tendonitis. He is able to partially train; only allowed to swim and bike. NO RUNNING whatsoever at this point per his coach and physical therapist. I even worked out…
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It has been a year since David was hit by a drunk driver while on a training ride. The first emotion after the accident was anger and after we knew physically he would recover, all we all wanted was for David to get back on that bike and race again. Everyone said you just have to do it and he did. He worked hard and…
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Let’s talk about something a bit serious as triwives and tripartners… I will start by saying I REALLY do love that my husband is a triathlete and the great lifestyle, health, and travel it brings to our lives. BUT, if I’m being totally honest – and I am – sometimes I get lonely. Now, I’m talking about life without the kids here – just triathlete and…
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One of our readers – thank you Jenny – said something in a comment to a recent post I did on overstepping boundaries that really made sense. She said, “Wouldn’t it be nice if the coaches, triwives, and Ironmen felt like a team, all working towards the same goal.” Amen to that… But, it seems more often than not – now I’m speaking from my…
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Several weeks ago, we asked you guys to share with us your favorite triathlon moments from 2014 and you came through. From what you wrote, it sounds like a lot of people had a very significant year and we are thrilled for all of you. It seems like a lot of “firsts” were happening out there. Here’s what a few of you had to say:…
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There’s no doubt in our minds that trisupporters rock. But, does the rest of the world know? If not, it’s time they did…We started off a while back with Why Trisupporters Rock, which covered all the awesome things you do for triathletes at the races. Now, we’re back to show how you rock behind the scenes. You know, all those things you do for your triathletes…
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When my husband DNF’d at Arizona, if you read my post on giving support, you know he had a lot going on in his life this past year that contributed to this result. When we got home, he seemed to be in just a bit of a funk and was very tired – he even left a duffle bag with all of his travel items,…
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