What a Week of Pain Taught Me About Strength, Resilience, and Progress

Nature

There’s something magical about the night before a training session. Your bike is ready, your kit is laid out, and your mind is already on the road ahead. The anticipation fills you with energy. That’s exactly how I felt last week—excited, prepared, and eager for a cycling session I had been looking forward to all […]

The 40% Rule by David Goggins – What It Means to Me

Running

Have you ever hit a moment when you just wanted to give up? Your legs feel heavy, your heart is pounding, your brain is screaming, “That’s it. I’m done.” I’ve been there too. But what if I told you that in that exact moment, you were only using 40% of what you’re truly capable of? […]

Open Water Swim, Jellyfish, and Resilience

Phan Thiet, Vietnam

Saturday morning greeted me with a mixture of excitement and lingering fatigue. I had been battling a cold for over a week, coughing often and feeling the effects of intense work, training load, and responsibilities from my role at the UWC Selection. My body felt slightly drained, but my spirit was more than ready for […]

Embracing the Swim Journey

Beautiful ocean

After a long and demanding day at work, I rushed home, cooked a simple yet satisfying dinner, and prepared for the part of my day that both excites and intimidates me the most—swim training. I’ve never considered myself a strong swimmer. In fact, it’s the part of triathlon I struggle with the most. But with […]