Category Archives: preparation

preparation

Ever wonder about how real your goal is?

Posted on July 28, 2018 by Coach Meg

Be forewarned this, yes, THIS is going to get personal.   I want to apologize.  I feel I have neglected you.  (As well as my personal blog).   My focus has been the Otter Tri Team, PINK otters and growth, … Continue reading →

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Begin your journey today

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Coach Meg

 The only impossible journey is the one you never begin. -Tony Robbins.  Today begins National Triathlon Week.  While many of you have successfully completed your first, second or even twentieth tri, there are some reading this who are still sitting … Continue reading →

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GAIN 2018 — Reflections

Posted on June 17, 2018 by Coach Meg

  You can only grow if you’re willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.   ~Brian Tracy       It is easy to become an island in our thought processes, as well as our social … Continue reading →

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What is your Motivation?

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Coach Meg

  This morning’s calendar tear-away.   I have been training and going and recently hit the stop button.   I dont want to go, I dont feel the fire burning inside to tackle my goals.  And yet, I want to … Continue reading →

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Announcing OTTER Tri Team

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Coach Meg

                             I am thrilled to announce the launch of the OTTER TRI Team!   Visit:  ottertriteam.com for the most up to date information.     After several … Continue reading →

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Starting the Day on Offense

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Coach Meg

The alarm goes off and the day is underway!  The cats have been walking across me for an hour, and the phone has a million messages waiting for me.   I start the day playing defense.   And I rarely … Continue reading →

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Houston Kids Triathlon

Posted on May 27, 2017 by Coach Meg

   The weekend of 21 & 22 May brought some excitement.    The kids I was able to coach completed a triathlon.   For many, it was their first.  Congrats to them!    Here are some pictures from the event: … Continue reading →

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TriKids Training

Posted on April 15, 2017 by Coach Meg

   TriKids Training in conjunction with the Houston Kids Triathlon is now at its half-way mark.    I am thrilled for the rest this weekend as we have time-off for Easter.  Upon return next week, there are four weeks before … Continue reading →

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The Time Crunched Cyclist

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Coach Meg

  I recently spent an evening listening to Chris Carmichael, Olympic cycling coach, owner of CTS, and author of The Time-Crunched Cyclist, at Bike Barn in Houston.  He has recently published a new edition of the book, and it was interesting to hear his … Continue reading →

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If not now, when?

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Coach Meg

  This afternoon I was guarding Missouri Swimming, as they were practicing.   The swimmers were discussing the pending set and the coach said to one swimmer:    If not now, when?  I love that!   I considered my personal … Continue reading →

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