Eating solely plant based in new places is so exciting. Checking Happy Cow, researching new places, enjoying new flavours – it’s a whole world of new tastes and cuisines that is slowly becoming more Continue Reading
As half Ironman was last weekend, the days after is about recovery, and getting ready for a new phase of training. This means we can allow Michiel to enjoy some downtime. In his usual schedule, it is strict, and Continue Reading
Recommended by many friends who had visited the city before, the reviews made this place desirable before we had even arrived. Invested in by Blink 182 member Travis Barker, it is one of LA’s hotspots, which is Continue Reading
From Venice, to Beverly Hills, to Downtown LA, to Hollywood strip – LA is diverse, and has it all. Nature in the hills surrounding the huge city, and all the glitz and glamour, and diverse neighbourhoods Continue Reading
After Ironman, this week is all about recovering, and letting Michiel relax a little. He has had such a strict regime over the past few months, these times are also important to be able to relax and enjoy himself a Continue Reading
Leaving Hawaii and heading to Los Angeles for the next week, we arrived at our first hotel, the Chateau Marmont. On arrival, it was clear straight away why this place had a big reputation with celebrities. We were Continue Reading
After cheering the rest of the finishers off at the Ironman finish line, we headed to have a well earned rest at the sea terrace in our hotel. As night came, so did the turtles! The sunset over the bay, with 6 huge Continue Reading
What better way to see Hawaii’s big island than on a helicopter!? So excited, we headed to the airport and boarded the chopper! Many people were worried about the recent volcanic explosion in Hawaii before we Continue Reading
The big day. As much as I say this is just training for Michiel, not to take it too seriously, it was a big deal. It was the true testament to the fact he was back. Back ironmanning, back to full fitness. It meant Continue Reading
Tapering. In basic terms means to slow down before a big race. It is a whole mind boggling world, and so many people aren’t sure how to, or what to do in their own personal tapering days. With Michiel, I know Continue Reading
