Oakland Triathlon Club – All Terrain Endurance

Challenge and Chill – Sandman 2016

November 20, 2016 by Coach KJ, posted in Race Report

If you want to be transported to the roots of triathlon, this is the race for you. I love this race – low key, competitive, and super fun. I’m so glad I raced it last year and I’m thrilled I was able to race it again this year. The Sandman is no joke. You start … Continue reading Challenge and Chill – Sandman 2016

Oakland Tri 2016!

September 29, 2016September 30, 2016 by Coach KJ, posted in Race Report

Here we are! A year after what I had originally planned as my first triathlon. I can’t believe how much I’ve learned since that decision! First off: huge thank you to Topo Athletic, the incredible team behind the shoes that have taught me that running isn’t the WORST and that it is actually kind of … Continue reading Oakland Tri 2016!

Monte Rio Sprint Tri 2016: Or, my race plan went to hell.

July 13, 2016July 15, 2016 by Coach KJ, posted in Race Report

I have procrastinated massively in writing this up. It isn't short. I'd like to say I've moved past this, but I can't lie - I haven't. I've had ten flats in less than two months, and now every time I ride I feel the anxiety pit in my stomach: will I flat again? Will I be stranded … Continue reading Monte Rio Sprint Tri 2016: Or, my race plan went to hell.

Oakland Running Festival – Race Report

April 6, 2016 by Coach KJ, posted in Race Report, Running

I learned a big lesson from this race. Without support, you cannot succeed. You may have read about my blister. Or maybe you saw my post about my flu-turned-cough? Ya. One of those turned out to affect me a whole lot more than expected. Had I not started the race with a group of teammates, … Continue reading Oakland Running Festival – Race Report

Literally so psyched

January 5, 2016January 5, 2016 by Coach KJ, posted in Training

I finished a fantastic run a few minutes ago. And I'm stoked. And I needed to share. I had felt gross and tired all day. I had a stomach ache. There were supposedly thunderstorms rolling through. But this afternoon, the sun came out, the sky was blue, and I decided that was as good a … Continue reading Literally so psyched

Thanksgiving Day Post; or, Yes This is a Day Overdue

November 27, 2015November 27, 2015 by Coach KJ, posted in General, Running, Training

Whoops. Yell at me, I meant to share this yesterday. Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is probably my favorite holiday. It revolves around food and togetherness. People wake up early to do an activity before gorging themselves (Turkey Trots, hikes, and so on), and then spend time together cooking and eating - I guess some people watch … Continue reading Thanksgiving Day Post; or, Yes This is a Day Overdue

Morro Bay – Theme: Rock

November 18, 2015November 25, 2015 by Coach KJ, posted in Biking, Equipment, Race Report, Running, Swimming

Bestie Race!!! Quick note: anything 'rock' related was fair game for jokes this weekend. Detour on 101? Rock Road. Instagram topic? Dwayne Johnson. Looming geological feature which Mom and I spent hours reading about on Wikipedia? Morro Rock (it is actually super cool). Really - all we talked about this weekend was 'rock' in all … Continue reading Morro Bay – Theme: Rock

Weekend Preview – Go OTC!

November 18, 2015November 18, 2015 by Coach KJ, posted in Preview, Running, Volunteering

Ok, ok, yes, I am overdue on my Morro Bay race report. It is all written, just not formatted. Sorry. I'm busy thinking about days ahead! Two events this weekend: Alameda Holiday Kick-Off 5k Run/Walk (Supporting the Multiple Myeloma Cancer Foundation in honor of my teammate's father), and the Berkeley Half Marathon! I'm running the 5k and … Continue reading Weekend Preview – Go OTC!