Category Archives: Coach Michelle

“It’s Time To Do a Post-Race Analysis” by Coach Michelle

So, you trained for your race.  You did your race.  And now what?  It’s time to do a post-race analysis! After a day or two of enjoying the post-race glow, the next thing to do is a thorough post-race analysis.  To me, this is one of the most important pieces of performance enhancement.  Taking time

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“Do Something Uncomfortable Every Day” by Coach Michelle

Convenience is all destination and no journey.  …climbing a mountain is different from taking the tram to the top, even if you end up at the same place.  Tim Wu Ain’t modern life great?  We live in a truly amazing world of comfort, convenience & contentment.  While I sincerely appreciate my smart phone, instant hot

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Gear List for a Great Open Water Swim

For many the best part of summer is open water swimming (OWS).  There’s just something about the Zenlike quality of swimming uninterrupted by lane lines, walls & other swimmers.  Not to mention the peace & quiet that comes from looking down into the water at…nothing…no black lines…no T’s to mark the pool end…just nothing.  It’s

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“Get Yourself Race Ready” by Coach Michelle

Race season is upon us.  And that means lots of athletes are starting to prepare by making their lists & checking them twice.  While lists are great, there is a bit more to preparing for a race.  Oh…like training?!!  😉  So, just exactly how do you get yourself “race ready”? Here are four things to

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