After all the issues with Michiel’s knee, I have had to slow down the running training dramatically over the past few months. We couldn’t risk injuring it further, and had time on our side to slow it Continue Reading
Our big event, the full Ironman in October, is in Calella, a little outside Barcelona. We were lucky enough to be in Barcelona when the half 70.3 Ironman was taking place in the same place – a great chance to Continue Reading
Fatigue. A common thing amongst athletes, especially those going from minimum exercise, to a lot, over a short space of time. No matter how hard we have worked to ensure we gradually increase Michiel’s Continue Reading
Ok, so the urge for fast, junk food prevailed. BUT, we found healthy fast food YAY! Right near the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, this place arrived in January this year, had great reviews, and looked incredible. Continue Reading
The final night in Bangkok, we had to check out the city from above! Luckily, the rain from the day stopped, and we had a beautifully clear night to enjoy the views at the top of the Vertigo Bar – Banyan Tree. Continue Reading
One of my favorite bike rides in Barcelona is the one to the top of Tibidabo mountain. It is a steep climb, but the rewards are great, so many beautiful views of the city, it is simply stunning. Leave from Barcelona Continue Reading
Two hours south of Barcelona, we found a great spot, Playa la Punta del Fangar (mouthful, I know). A natural beach, with nobody around. We arrived a few hours before sunset – the perfect time and space for Continue Reading
Quinoa – A small, friendly, informal vegan friendly (they do use dairy in some dishes, but not all) restaurant in the Gracia area of Barcelona. It is a really great place, away from the main busy streets. The Continue Reading
Landing in Barcelona, a little jet lagged and very sleepy from the flight, it was time for FOOD! Enjoy Vegan had mixed reviews, we had walked past a number of times, thinking it was a takeaway only, not even Continue Reading
