Riga Half Marathon was my first long-distance running race and I loved every part of that experience. Looking back at it now I can say that it not only was…
A solid smartwatch is an essential piece of equipment for every athlete. Whether you’re into running, swimming, or cycling, a sports watch can help you track your progress, log your…
As triathletes we put ourselves through a lot of training stress on a daily basis. Juggling three different sports often means that a day off is ‘just’ an easy swim…
There are many questions first time marathoners have in mind before their big race. What should I focus on in my training? How to train a week before the marathon?…
When the holiday season approaches (or a special occasion is on the horizon), it’s time to shop around for the best gifts for runners in your life. Whether they’re seasoned…
Race weeks can be very stressful. Especially in such complex sport like triathlon that requires some ‘logistics’ and has lots of small details to consider. At this point weeks and…
If getting better at any sport was only about training more or harder there would be more happy, strong and fast athletes. Just like like success & fulfillment are not about zoning in on one thing, fitness also requires a balanced approach
The secret to achieving exceptional results is to listen to yourself first. In sports it's listening to your body, in everyday life it’s listening to your ideas and staying true to your vision
Running is a great way to explore a new city. For me, specifically, following Manhattan running routes helped to really feel the New York City’s vibe, pulse and character. And…
We all have times when we lack self-confidence. Whether it’s because of a lack of experience, feeling like we don’t measure up, or even due to a traumatic experience. Many…
Hiking to Victoria Peak was a spontaneous and very rewarding mini-adventure we took with Kristine when visiting Hong Kong. We didn’t intentionally plan on doing so, but decided on the…
I will never forget my personal mountain trekking experience in Kailash Circuit, Tibet. The natural beauty, the challenge of the terrain, and the feeling of accomplishment at the end awed…
The idea of running my first Ironman race got planted in my head years ago. Back in university we had this one young lecturer who was really into marathon running…
It could be Ironman, ÖtillÖ, or a local 10k – just about every athlete has a “big” event on their radar. It’s just a matter of time when they get…
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