Busselton Ironman WA 2018 – race preview!

So here I am 12 months later back again at the scene of last years #sharkbikerun event! Yes I still carry the mental scars from the heat and poor decisions I made early in last years duathlon. So this year Ironman have made changes to try and increase the chances of the event going ahead … Continue reading Busselton Ironman WA 2018 – race preview!

Race Report – Ironman OZ Port Macquarie

2018 Ironman Australia - Port Macquarie, a reflection and review of my experience! This is my 6th ironman and 2nd time to Port Macquarie! The highs and the lows of endurance racing!

Sunshine Coast Marathon – What am I doing?!?!

So this weekend I am running a marathon and I can tell you I am more nervous than before any ironman.  Why........ I don't see myself as a runner, I am a triathlete!  It has been roughly 18 years since I last ran a marathon on its own and the thought of doing it again … Continue reading Sunshine Coast Marathon – What am I doing?!?!

Don’t listen to the voices!

I'm guilty, recently I have given in to the voices in my head, believed the messages that I should have done more, that I need to be faster, that I shouldnt feel this tired, that I should give up! Well its taken me a lot of effort, lots of will power and some time to … Continue reading Don’t listen to the voices!

Now the doubt…?

Its now dark in the morning, I am finishing my training session before the sunrise, after the sunsets, winter is coming and it gets tough now.  So with 2 weeks to go I am now counting down the days and sessions.  I am suddenly extremely tired and struggling mentally to even fathom the concept of … Continue reading Now the doubt…?