The Blonde Runner

Several years ago I was flipping through the pages of a newspaper and I came across an inspiring picture of Ray Browning, a professional triathlete finishing the third annual Ironman Triathlon in Oahu in 1980. He was able to swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 miles and run a 26.2 mile marathon - one right after the other! I was amazed that the human body could be trained for such an undertaking. I thought to myself that I could possibly do something like that one day.

Now I have competed in many triathlons on my quest to complete the Ironman distance. I have absolutely loved the challenge of training and competing in triathlons.

As with any new endeavor there is a certain amount of learning that takes place. My college running experience and nutrition education accelerated my learning. As an experienced athlete who benefited from knowledgeable coaches myself, I realize how valuable it is to have someone to answer questions and share experience …sure you can learn from a book, but nobody learns what an orange tastes like by reading a book …they learn from tasting it.

If you have ever considered a triathlon you will want to get in on the 12 week Women’s Beginner Triathlon Training Program I will be offering. This training is for beginners and will focus on the sprint triathlon distance (300 yard pool swim, 11 mile bike ride, and 3 mile run). I love to help others achieve their goals and will only be taking a select few for this exclusive and comprehensive training. To learn more about the Women of Steel triathlon we will be training for visit www.triutah.com Group training begins the first week of March. Experience the taste of a triathlon - you might just love the flavor!

Many people struggle to stay motivated, but finding inspiration in others can really help you stay on track. Here is an example of one of my clients, a real live person, that has been an inspiration to me as well as many others…

“With the approach of a very significant birthday, the big 50, I was forced to look openly at my health. I had steered clear of fad diets, quick fixes, and the like, trying to keep active and eating sensibly on my own. But somehow those inches and pounds just slipped on. So I did something that I had never done before in my life …”  read her entire story

Numbers don’t lie.  They tell you exactly how you are doing, whether it is good or bad.  Numbers give you something to improve on and allow you to measure progress.  

If you don’t know your numbers you can find out by have a Fitness Assessment & Body Composition Analysis done on you.  This assessment will tell you what your body fat percent is, visceral fat rating (cardiac risk indicator), BMI, bone mass, muscular strength, flexibility rating, body measurements, etc… Core training exercises and instruction is included.  Call Lora at 801-299-1601 to set up your session. 

2008 is the year for a serious life makeover, I can feel it – can you? Let me help you make this YOUR OPTIMUM year. Register for a health classe. I love to teach and see people be the best they can be. Are you in?