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Posts tagged race
Why Race?
I asked (what I thought was) a benign question last week: For ladies who don’t race their bikes, I’m wondering what your reason is not… Read More
Race Report: Frostbite Time Trial
“You can’t be self-conscious in a skin suit,” I told myself as I sucked in my stomach to zip up the front of my never-worn… Read More
Heart Rate Zone Training
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Pump the Blues
There are a lot of reasons to be happy around this time of year, but sometimes that just isn’t life. The thing about life is… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Modern Market Crit & Dating
“Here comes Monster McWhirt. This is what racing is all about, folks!” the announcer yelled over scratchy speakers as I raced through another lap in… Read More
Working Out On Your Period
I never realized how much of an effect my period has on my training. That goes for any woman. I always thought when I lacked… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Sunshine Hill Climb
It had been a month since the previous race due to being side-lined from the saddle sore and I chose a Hill Climb with three… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Sponsored Racer
My first win was dedicated to my buddy, Joe. I saw him at Elephant Rock, after the 100 miles and before my first beer. We… Read More