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Matt's Muse: May 2013
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Sharing my knowledge of the outdoors, triathlon and life in general. Saturday, May 11, 2013. Well the inaugural post for my blog is not about a great race I had or some awesome outdoor experience either. It is quite the opposite. This year I have decided to complete my first FULL REV triathlon (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run) at. Cedar Point HALF REV 2011. As you guessed it, there is not definite time table either. WTF! For a type A personality like mine, these answers sucked! Challenge R...
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Iron Dreams: Escape from Huntsville 50K Race Report
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011. Escape from Huntsville 50K Race Report. Also known as : 50K, the sequel . or. 50K - the good, the bad and the ugly. Background - I properly trained for and utlimately raced the Rocky Raccoon 50K on November 5, 2011 - you can see that race report here. I was very happy with that race - both my time and the overall race experience. Only two things were missing: a better looking race shirt and my hubby (who was being a wonderful dad during the race). Well, guess what? Unseasona...
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Iron Dreams: Why Every Athlete Should Volunteer at a Race
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Why Every Athlete Should Volunteer at a Race. I waited tables in college and worked in retail sales and today when I dine out and shop I have a special appreciation for those that are working in those professions. I have certain expectations as well, but when I receive excellent service I go above and beyond to show my appreciation. I am also, I hope, understanding of the demands of those jobs, and on most days, a little more patient. May 22, 2013 at 10:34 AM. You ROCKED that aid s...
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Iron Dreams: Race Reports
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Rocky Raccoon 100 Mile Trail Race (Huntsville, TX) - Full Report - 2013. Rocky Raccoon 100 Mile Trail Race (Huntsville, TX) - Short Report - 2013. Texas Marathon (Kingwood, TX) - 2013. End of the World Marathon (Humble, TX) - 2012. Run Like the Wind 12 Hour (Austin, TX) - 2012. Wild Hare 50K (Warda, TX) - 2012. Little Rocky 50K (Huntsville, TX) - 2012. Cactus Rose 100 Mile Relay (Bandera, TX) - 2012. Chicago Half Marathon (Chicago, IL) - 2012. Shadowcreek Ranch (Pearland, TX) - 2012. Clear Lake Olympic (...
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Iron Dreams: 50 Unsupported Miles
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Sunday, January 13, 2013. If you had told me a year ago that I would spend a Saturday running 50 unsupported miles through Huntsville on a humid day in January I would have called you a liar. 50 miles . maybe, but unsupported? Well, WE DID IT! I feel like I just got my membership passport stamped! It was humid and my legs felt sluggish at the beginning. I think running purposely slow at the beginning hurts sometimes, but it is far better than starting out too fast! Did I mention it was humid? We took our...
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Matt's Muse: Family Racing Weekend
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Sharing my knowledge of the outdoors, triathlon and life in general. Sunday, July 7, 2013. Kirstin was cool as a cucumber. While Kirstin was out on the bike Grandma arrived with Oscar. We had a talk about the race and discussed the transitions and mount/dismount lines. Kirstin had a blast! I was able to watch her out on the run, but had to miss her finish due to the men getting ready to start. As I lined up, Kirstin came by and gave me a kiss before I was time for me to start and ready set go! Afterwards...
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Iron Dreams: Rocky Raccoon 50K Race Report
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Tuesday, November 8, 2011. Rocky Raccoon 50K Race Report. I have wanted to do an ultra marathon since having to back out of the Rocky Raccoon 50 miler in February 2010. Due to a hip injury. So, when searching for a goal for this fall, I was thrilled to find a race near my 32nd birthday as I love to celebrate another year by doing something physically challenging (as an example, I did IMFL 6 days after my 30th birthday. Primary - Stay vertical (don't eat it on the trails) and have FUN! Thankfully, I broug...
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Matt's Muse: FAMILY
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Sharing my knowledge of the outdoors, triathlon and life in general. The family that races together stays together! I met my wife Kirstin in 1995. She was still in High School and I just graduated. We got married in 2000 and shortly after that left Akron, Ohio. Kirstin had graduated from Kent State University and accepted a job here in Richmond, VA. In 2005, we welcomed Oscar into the fold. He has brought us so much joy. It is never a dull moment. August 28, 2013 at 8:53 PM. Just a quick email to ask if ...
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