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Spring Triathlon Training and 2012 Goals
So it’s officially Spring here in the Midwest. And although I’ve kept in pretty good shape over the winter, it’s time to kick it into gear to get ready for triathlons this summer. So far I’ve signed up for two: the Kansas City Triathlon May 20th and the 2012 Corporate Challenge (short … [Read More...]
Timex Men’s T5E231 Ironman 100-Lap Watch
The Timex T5E231 is a digital multi-function sports watch for serious male athletes. Timing features designed for sport training include a 100-lap memory recall, 100-hour chronograph with a split or lap option, 199 lap counter, 24-hour interval times, and instant recall of split or lap times. Users … [Read More...]
Finding the Best Triathlon Watch
I guess I would consider myself a triathlete as I’ve competed in a few. And being a lover of gadgets, I have my opinions on what are good triathlon watches. With that said, I have not competed in an Ironman or anything longer than a short course triathlon. However, most of the features of my … [Read More...]
Sockless Running with the Brooks PureConnect
If you caught my article on sockless running and triathlon shoes, you know I love running sockless. At least when I’m in my Pearl Izumi Iso Transitions! In order to save them from getting too worn out before this coming triathlon season, I needed to get another pair of shoes just for … [Read More...]
What’s the Best Watch for Runners?
The question of what’s the best watch for runners is not a very easy one to answer. First of all anytime anyone always brings up the word “best” that brings in issue of differing tastes and differing opinions. What one runner is looking for in a watch might not be the same thing that … [Read More...]
Running Sockless and Sockless Triathlon Running Shoes
2010 was my first year competing in the exciting sport of triathlons. I’m not an Ironman or really care to be. So far I’ve competed in two triathlons, both short courses. Short courses are generally (at least in my short experience) around 500-700 meter swim, 10-15 mile bike, and the run can be … [Read More...]
Sportline Pedometer Heart Rate Watch 960
Mens version HERE! Whether athletes are standing still or running at full speed, they can measure their heart rate using the Sportline Pedometer Heart Rate Watch 960. One-Touch patented technology means only a single touch of a finger is required to get an accurate EKG heart rate reading. Athletes … [Read More...]
New Balance Heart Rate Monitor And Pedometer Watch
With the New Balance Heart Rate Monitor and Pedometer Watch, athletes can monitor their steps and heart rate without much effort and at a reasonable price. Finally, people can achieve their fitness goals without a strap around their sternum! For a heart rate reading featuring ECG accuracy, simply … [Read More...]
Target Heart Rate Zones and Using A Heart Rate Pedometer Watch
One of the baffling yet important things for me as a runner, triathlete or just someone concerned about my health and fitness, is the topic of heart rate. It’s sort of been an area of focus with me over this past year as I trained and competed in my first triathlons. There’s all this talk about … [Read More...]
The Best GPS Running Watch 2011
If you have a runner or athlete on your shopping list regardless of the season—especially one that loves gadgets—then a running watch is certainly something you should consider. Of course if you're looking for the best GPS watch for yourself, then welcome and read on. Friends, family members, … [Read More...]
