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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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Athletic Development — how do you understand it

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Coach Meg

I have four cats, all boys.  And yes, my apartment looks like I have boys.   All the time.   And because I have cats, I am able to observe amazing fetes of balance, jumps, climbing, leaps and runs.   … Continue reading →

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Are you paying attention to the warning signs?

Posted on November 25, 2016 by Coach Meg

Today, as I was exploring the Gulf Coast of Texas, I encountered this sign.   No need to tell me twice, I have no intention of facing off with a rattler.   I stayed on the path, and headed off … Continue reading →

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Gratitude

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Coach Meg

November is an interesting time of year.  It brings reflection, and gratitude challenges, and preparation for the insanity of the Christmas Holiday season.  I too have been reflecting recently on life, the past year, the coaching I do, and where … Continue reading →

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Run Fast, Eat Slow.

Posted on October 29, 2016 by Coach Meg

    THIS JUST ARRIVED!! I was introduced to this cookbook through a podcast by Another Mother Runner. I was impressed with the whole food choices. And after the podcast, ordered the book.   Run Fast, Eat Slow is an … Continue reading →

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