Monthly Archives: August 2012

Cycling on TV

Posted on August 29, 2012 by The Pretend Triathlete

Well, Christian Van de Velde of team Garmin-Sharp-Barracuda won the USA Pro Challenge. Good for him! I know nothing of that guy, but Christian is a good name for a guy, and I have a nephew named Christian. One of my favorite … Continue reading →

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Swimming with a Wetsuit, in the Dark?

Posted on August 25, 2012 by The Pretend Triathlete

The day before today I got up and was at the pool by 6AM. It’s still dark here in Missouri at 6AM this time of year, and as I mentioned in an earlier post, we’re swimming at the outdoor pool. … Continue reading →

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Cold Water Training

Posted on August 21, 2012 by The Pretend Triathlete

Yesterday I got up and the thermometer said the temperature outside was 56 degrees. Burr! I went on over to the pool, which is about a block from my house. Normally it isn’t that close, but through July and August it … Continue reading →

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Training While on Vacation?

Posted on August 19, 2012 by The Pretend Triathlete

Last week we had the opportunity to make our pilgrimage to that most holy of children’s Meccas otherwise known as Disney World. I’d never been, so you can imagine my sense of fulfillment once I gazed upon that magnificent geodesic sphere … Continue reading →

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Warsaw Area Sprint Triathlon

Posted on August 4, 2012 by The Pretend Triathlete

Today is my wife’s birthday, so happy birthday Michele! Last Sunday my wife accompanied me to the Warsaw Area Sprint Triathlon. This happened in Warsaw, Missouri. 500 meter swim, 12 mile bike, 5K run. It took me about an hour … Continue reading →

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