Training for a Half Ironman (70.3) is equal parts endurance, nutrition, and smart pacing. Over the last few months, I’ve spent countless hours in the pool (plus on the bike and run) to prepare. Below is the nutrition and timing strategy I’m trying out for race day. I normally like to show my work, but … Read more
Aging makes running harder: recovery slows, endurance wanes, and managing weight is tougher. Stress from increased work responsibilities compounds these challenges. My last job pushed my stress levels high, prompting me to seek relief through distance running—a hardship chosen and controlled, providing a welcome contrast to life’s uncontrollable demands. In that spirit, I did a … Read more