It was finally here. The goal that had changed everything, Michiel’s Ironman day. 3.9km swim, 180km bike, finished with a 42.2km marathon run. It still didn’t seem real. The moment we stepped out of the apartment, Continue Reading
The build up is usually worse than the actual event. We hoped it was true! Michiel is nervous, I am nervous, but of course, we stay positive, I know he has done enough to get to that finish line, but anything could Continue Reading
Just a few weeks away from Ironman – how EXCITING! Michiel spotted a bike ‘tour’ online that leaves Catalunya, and travels (high up) into the pyrenees and France. It was 140km, and with high points Continue Reading
Barcelona is known for its beautiful sandy beaches, and the meditaranian seas. But, did you know its also now home to around 20 million jellyfish?! Well, us either. Until that day. We were swimming away, on a long Continue Reading
Now Michiel is well into his peak training phase, he has a long ride, swim and run per week (as well as all the shorter sessions), and this week he just popped to France! From where we were in Viella, it was so Continue Reading
The city of Barcelona is a great place, especially in the summer – the sunshine, the beaches, the Spanish culture, BUT, there it is also great to get away from the city life, especially in the summer! Seeking Continue Reading
A great 10km run to take part in Barcelona is the famous Bomberos. It’s dedicated to the firemen (bomberos) of the city, who actually complete the race in their full fire gear! As you head to the finish line with Continue Reading
Part of our training included an olympic distance triathlon for Michiel. 1.5km swim, 40km bike ride and 10km run, back to back. We chose somewhere around 2 hours drive from Barcelona – Deltebre, to do the Continue Reading
The only vegan restaurant in Tarragona. El Vergel Vega. The entrance stood out amongst the old narrow streets that were littered with old style buildings. It was modern, brightly lit, and welcoming. We Continue Reading
Wanting a change, we visited Tarragona! Training in Barcelona is great, but can be repetitive for Michiel. An hour and a half drive from the city, we stayed in Hotel Mas La Boella, a beautiful little hidden gem, Continue Reading
