The Reality of Being a Working Triathlete
At the beginning of May I started my first full-time job working for Congressman Jim Baird. The transition has forced me to completely rethink how I train for Ironman Canada, balance my priorities, and redefine what success looks like as I chase big goals both inside and outside of sport.
2026 Ironman 70.3 Happy Valley Race Recap
My 8th Ironman 70.3 at the North American Championships in Happy Valley didn't go according to plan. What started as a race filled with high expectations quickly became a lesson in humility, perspective, and perseverance. Despite a strong swim and solid bike split, the run forced me to adapt, regroup, and focus on simply reaching the finish line. Sometimes the races that challenge us the most end up teaching lessons far more valuable than a personal best.
Making Lemonade on Mt. Lemmon - 9,157ft
Two days on Mt. Lemmon, one on the bike and one on foot. Different efforts, same goal of just getting out there.
Tucson, Arizona training trip - March 7-14, 2026
Before heading out, I mapped out what my days should look like on the trip. This is the plan going in.