Tag Archives: auburn half-iron

4 days to go, Triathlete Potluck, an ugly cat, and my wetsuit

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Will

My first ever Half-Ironman is this Sunday!  Yikes!  I’m both excited and terrified at the same time.  I have a massive list of all the gear I need to bring in addition to the usual packing for nearly a week … Continue reading →

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HI-4: A Sobering Reality

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Will

I like drinking.  It’s fun and I’m good at it.  But, with just four weeks left until my first half-iron, it’s time to get serious and cut out the booze. Not that I’m drinking much now anyway.   Alcohol interferes … Continue reading →

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Race Nutrition Planning

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Will

Before any race, it’s vital you find out what products will be available at the aid stations and where those stations are on the course.  You should always do some test runs with those same products to make sure they … Continue reading →

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