By: Nitzan Raphael The times of my distance runs have been getting stale. I made considerable progress in reducing my times from 8:30/min pace in a 4-mile race to an 8:12/min pace, and finally 8:02/min pace during the races, but I am stuck at around this speed. During my growth period I implemented advice from … Continue reading »
By: Nitzan Raphael A sinus infection in late September was probably the culprit in a nasal polyp that has developed and completely blocked my right nasal cavity to the point where I cannot blow my nose since nothing is getting though the passage. This has decimated my training regimen and has been a huge pain … Continue reading »
By: Nitzan Raphael Repetition has been instrumental in the development of my athletic abilities for the past 2 years. Lap after lap in Central Park on the bike has provided me with an opportunity to learn my strengths and optimize some of my abilities, however I find that my training is becoming stagnant and boring. … Continue reading »
By: Nitzan Raphael Internal build up the week prior to revisiting my first triathlon was huge. This is the race that triggered a lifestyle adjustment, this blog and a new-found respect for triathlon and fellow amateur athletes. When MadeToTri.com announced the second annual Huntington Tri, I was in the middle of training for the NYC Triathlon, so … Continue reading »
I was curious about the improvements Felt made on the 2013 model of the B16 from their 2012 offering. A side-by-side technical spec analysis reveals only 2 significant technical changes, and a $130 price reduction. The 2013 B16 is now offered at 47cm with 650cc wheels for smaller riders. There is also a larger freewheel range … Continue reading »
By Nitzan Raphael The NYC Triathlon appeals to athletes because it is unlike other races. Jumping into the Hudson River, cycling up the West Side Highway, running the streets and into Central Park allow you to become part of the spectacle that is New York City for a day. I was fortunate enough to compete … Continue reading »
Shape Online Magazine published an article on being ‘Skinny Fat’: being skinny even while having a high BMI. They included the following list that I believe anyone (everyone) can incorporate into their life. Do you consistently eat 2 servings (think size of a baseball each) of fruit and 3 of veggies every day? Do you … Continue reading »
By Rob Dalto Last fall my buddy Nitzan, who had just discovered health and fitness after what seemed like a mid-mid life crisis, shedding 30 pounds and working out twice a day told me he was going to do the NYC Triathlon and wanted me to join. How could I, a competitive able bodied 24 … Continue reading »
The first 60 miles were great, averaging just less than 20mph on the flat course from Babylon to Quogue in perfect temperature with no wind. Six hours earlier I was getting out of bed and rushed to the subway. At 4am the connection at 59th street to the N was taking forever so I ran … Continue reading »
By: Nitzan Raphael My best time for a 1500m swim in the Asphalt Green pool to date has been about 31 minutes. Biking 4 loops, or 24 miles in Central Park takes about 1hr 20min. Running a 10k in the park takes about 54 min. Individual totals: 31min + 1hr 20min + 54min = 2hr 45min Include transition … Continue reading »
