Monthly Archives: October 2010
4.4-mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge Swim: the contemplation phase
Is there anything more terrifying and thrilling than committing to a new challenge? It’s why we sign up for marathons after tackling halves, or look into triathlons after taking up cycling. New challenges expand our concept of what we can … Continue reading
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Motivation Monday: Mixing it up
When it comes to working out, I know what I like. I like running. When I can’t run, or need to cross-train, I like swimming. If I don’t have enough time to swim, I like the recumbent stationary bike, and … Continue reading
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Workout tool: the pull buoy
Swimming’s been called the “sport of last resort” — no matter what your injury, it’s likely you’ll be able to swim through it. I came (back) to swimming a few years ago because of an injury myself, and relied on … Continue reading
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Fitness tip of the week: listen to the whispers
Every so often, while I’m working on a story, I’ll stumble across a piece of information—a poignant quote or powerful anecdote—that seems tailor-made for me, not just as a journalist, but as a runner and a human. This week, that … Continue reading
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Race review: Daiquiri Deck Tropical Splash Open Water 5K Swim
It’s rare that a race that sounds too good to be true lives up to its expectations. The Daiquiri Deck Tropical Splash Open Water 5K Swim in Siesta Key, Fla., on Oct. 2 was one of those rare, wonderful races. … Continue reading
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Race preview: Daiquiri Deck Tropical Splash Open Water 5K Swim in Sarasota, Fla.
I’m all packed up and ready to go to the Daiquiri Deck Tropical Splash Open Water 5K Swim in Sarasota, Fla., tomorrow! I had a nice, easy swim yesterday to loosen up my muscles. I’m taking today off, which makes … Continue reading
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