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5 Questions for the Off Season

I saw a post on Active.com earlier this week titled “5 Questions to ask yourself in this Offseason.”  The offseason from triathlon provides an opportunity for assessment, rest, working on different things like strength and flexibility, and setting goals for … Continue reading

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Racing to stop diabetes: a 70.30 goal

Over the last few months I have mentioned that I plan on doing a half Ironman in 2013.  I am actually registered for two:  Raleigh on June 2 and Augusta on September 29.  I have also decided to devote my … Continue reading

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A beautiful day to ride: Tour de Cure 2012

The rain held off yesterday until shortly after the final Century riders came across the finish line for Tour de Cure. It turned out to be a fairly nice day to ride, despite some wind in both directions. (That always … Continue reading

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Tackling Diabetes: ADA VIP Lunch

Today I attended the American Diabetes Association VIP lunch honoring Red Riders and recognizing Champions for Diabetes. Red Riders are the people who ride with diabetes. Champions have raised at least $500.  I am in the Champion category having raised … Continue reading

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Those Paula Deen pots and pans …and what I know about diabetes

Unless you really have not been paying attention you know that Paula Deen announced that she has Type 2 diabetes and that she will be a spokesperson for a new Diabetes drug. I’ve been reading the press and various blogs … Continue reading

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