My boyfriend never lets me forget that I'm a J. (First search result: "ISFJs tend to plan their activities and make decisions early. They derive a sense of control through predictability.") I have a pretty set routine when it comes to my running. Not necessarily with routes, although I have a tendency to run the … Continue reading Prepare to Fail if You Fail to Prepare
Category: Triathlon Training
Q+A: Why Tri?
The other day, a friend of mine asked me -- "Why triathlon?" Good question...and deserving of a blog post. The simple and short of it all is that I'm trying to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Training for a triathlon takes a lot of time and dedication. It takes a certain amount of willpower to … Continue reading Q+A: Why Tri?
Back in the Saddle, Back in the Water
This was definitely a week of firsts! I got on my bike three days this week -- and if you count the two roundtrip courses I had to do, it was five! Even though I am still relearning a lot of the basics I thought that I'd manipulate myself into riding it a bit … Continue reading Back in the Saddle, Back in the Water
Setting My Sights on Athens Marathon, LA Triathlon
This week marked a number of momentous occasions for me personally. I finally had the guts to commit to a marathon...the Athens marathon, nonetheless. I've registered for the event and I've booked my flight. I will be in Greece for 10 days and in Turkey for 1. I have a 24-hour layover that will permit … Continue reading Setting My Sights on Athens Marathon, LA Triathlon
Amara in Training 