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
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
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
Ironman training has commenced once more! Woohoo! Michiel is ready, fit enough, signed off from the doctors, and we are now 2 weeks into our new Ironman goals! Feeling tired from training, both mentally and Continue Reading
Three months after the accident the doctor has said I am good to go. Do everything again, but listen to my body, calm, with baby steps. A day later, I found myself in the pool doing my first freestyle strokes! Boy, Continue Reading
Since coming back from travelling, & having such huge things happen over the past year, I decided it was time to get a place for me to work from in Barcelona. I am now the proud owner of my very first fitness Continue Reading
On the road again. It feels good! Freedom, and some beautiful sights ahead. We drove from Malaga to the final destination of Gibraltar. The best thing with us is, we don’t mind where we end up, as long as its Continue Reading
Half Ironman distance – check! But now, Michiel needed to recover. What to do? Straight back to training for Ironman? Rest for weeks? Falling asleep after the finish line.. Thing is, after a big event like Continue Reading
