Gear West Blog
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Triathlon winter/pre-season guide
Are you avoiding thinking about the upcoming triathlon season or are you itching to get back into the training routine? Maybe you’re already visiting the gym with gusto or maybe... -
Senior Nationals 2020, Houghton Michigan
After sneaking into Minneapolis between ice storms, the week was off to an interesting start. Disappointingly low snow pack out east had led to some creative workouts leading up to... -
Finally, a new blog post from Jan!
Finally, an updated Blog on …. What should the title say? “One ultra busy, aging lady’s challenge to return to fitness post injury?” Those adjectives are not too uplifting. Maybe... -
Where do Gear West’s Skis Come From? Part 1
Designing skis is our supplier’s job. I am sure many of you have heard stories of World Cup racers having astronomically large... -
Accident Recovery and more...
Three months from the date of the bike accident I am finally updating my blog. After time, thoughts are more cohesive, and I feel motivated to use my experiences to... -
Overcoming athletic setbacks in training for the Birkie
Who wants to join me, in my quest to return to physical shape and mental positivity to ski the Birke? Start date is Sept 1 and completion is the week... -
End of IM Training. A New Focus Begins
I flew into a concrete curb. Figuratively & literally. Last Wed, May 29thmuch of my active life, changed. Ironically this bike crash happened shortly after writing the previous blog, which... -
10 Things to Gear Up for Running
If you’re anything like me, the transition from winter (and ski season!) into summer and run season is always a tough one. Nordic skiing has turned into my primary sport,... -
Training with Wisdom
Age brings slower times, and sorer muscles, but there can be something good attached to wrinkles, and that is wisdom. For me, wisdom brings balance to my training. At least... -
Finally Scheduled a Bike Fit! Ready to bike now!
It’s about time I scheduled a bike bike fit for me. It is truly the story of the plumber with leaky pipes. Not until my carbon bike creaks loud enough... -
Integrate Training w/ Common Sense
Cold spring rain is slapping at the windowsill by my desk while I jot down my workout thoughts. Today I woke up feeling tired, the weather was not welcoming, and... -
