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Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon Tuesday, June 16, 2009 On Sunday June 14th Michellie Jones Escapes from Alcatraz for the 10th time. It should have been number 11 but I did not quite make it off the bike course(crashed and ended up in the Hospital) or the run in 2005. So I definitely had a score to settle. It had been 4 years since I had escaped so I thought it was time to go back and try again. One of the great things about this race apart from the fact you Swim in the San Francisco Bay apparently with the Great Whites (I am hoping if I can not see them then maybe they can not see me) it is one of the most spectacular courses. The spectators are amazing the last few miles of the run. There is almost nothing better than running down a finish line but with thousand of people cheering it just makes it even better.  They make you run a mile before the cycle so you warm up after being in the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay. The cycle leg is one of the most challenging course with it twists and turns and accents and descents along the way. Thankfully you only cover 18 miles which does not sound very long but just long enough. The run in famous or infamous as it includes the 1/4 mile sand ladder. Which basically makes your chest pound so hard against your chest you can almost hear it. I already mentioned how amazing the finish line is. Definitely not a Rodeo ride of 8 seconds its minutes and minutes of cheers of encouragement. My race plan was to get out and hammer for as long as my heart and lungs would allow. I exited the water in 5th place and managed to cycle my way up to 4th only to be passed on the Bakers Beach section and claim 5th overall at the finish. So with 8 Victories, 1 Second and a 5th and 1 DNF I am very happy with my record at the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon.  Did I mention I finally took down Pablo.:) Along for the ride as well was Mike Dannelley from American Interbanc who kicked Alcatraz butt as well. I am headed to Atlanta on the 28th of June for the Iron Girls Triathlon which will be broadcast on NBC later in the year. |
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Perfect Push Up Blog
Thursday, June 11, 2009
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Guest blogger: Michellie Jones, Perfect Athlete Ambassador
Who am I? I am the eldest by 5 minutes to my identical twin sister Gabrielle. I have been a racing professional since 1988. Yes, 21 years ago -- I'm not sure if that makes me old or mature. I have so many great memories which could take days and days to recall so instead, here is one of my favorites. After crashing during a race I woke up in the Emergency with the one of the doctors asking, "What do you mean she was riding her bike in a swim suit in the pouring rain?”
Yep, that pretty much describes what being a Triathlete is all about. We swim, bike and run all day, every day, no matter what. An Ironman Tri takes an entire day since it is a 2.4mile swim, 112mile bike race and a 26.2 mile run just to top it off. It would be very amusing to see how many Perfect Pushups you could do after crossing the finish line.  Mental note to self: only amusing if you get to watch because usually someone has to hold me up as soon as I cross an Ironman finish line. Crazy probably but there is always something that is crazier somewhere.
Not sure if anyone could have predicted my career as I certainly never thought I would have a couple of World Champ Titles, a Ironman Hawaii Title and an Olympic Silver Medal. Wow, are you sure that was me?
Funny thing is, one of my 20 swim coaches would make us do push ups as punishment if we didn’t show up on time. Or on other occasions he would make us do a set of ten in the middle of workouts. Maybe I should send him a few Perfect Pushups. I am certainly no Gym Rat and I certainly don’t have the strength of a Navy SEAL but that does not mean I don’t use the Perfect Pushup. Let me tell you, I am may not be the strongest athlete out there but I use what I have and dream big, really, really big.
My Perfect Workout:
* 2 sets of 10-15 PPUs
* How many can I do in 30seconds? (just to change it up)
* Where: usually at my gym
Cheers!
MJ
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OC Duathlon
Monday, June 01, 2009
You can do all the training in the world but nothing is better than racing. Since my last event was the Memphis In May Tri two weeks ago it was time to squeee in another event in between Memphis and the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon on June 14th. So it was time to transform myself into a Duathlete for the OC Duathlon. Yes, I know I am a Triathlete but sometimes it's nice to be a Duathlete every now and again as well.
So at 4.30am Saturday morning we headed out the door. It was actually raining on the drive up to Orange County. Racing in the rain is OK especially if it starts after the start.:)
Plus I had already washed by bike and it was nice and clean.
Phew no rain at the race venue. Luckily we got there early as I had a little trouble getting air in my front wheel. Thanks to Pablo he quickly got my valve undone so I could put pressure into it. I was in a little bit of a panic for a few seconds. I am not sure if that is a good way to get the adrenaline going before a race. I get nervous easily enough already.
My goal for the rain was at least make Pablo hurt a little but he really put the hurt on me. The first 5km everyone went out really hard. I felt like Timmy turtle rather than a hare but as the story goes I was in lead well before the first mile(first female). Luke Bell was crushing everyone on the first run and at least I could still see Pablo.
This would have to be one of the hardest 40km's I have ridden or maybe it was the 5km run before hand. The first 6 miles were uphill not a lot of fun after running hard. At least that meant on this out and back course you could fly back home to the transition.
Ah the second run....this is why Duathlons are much harder than Triathlons....the legs remember the fact you have already run hard.
So to say the least the finish line was a welcome site and although Pablo crushed me and finished 6th overall(Luke Bell was first) I was happy to be the 1st female and 15th overall.
We made a mad dash back home so I could make the Expert Panel for Rock N Roll San Diego Marathlon and sign autographs at the Newton running booth.
Revenge will be sweet June 14th back to being a Triathlete for the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon.
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Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon Tuesday, June 16, 2009 On Sunday June 14th Michellie Jones Escapes from Alcatraz for the 10th time. It should have been number 11 but I did not quite make it off the bike course(crashed and ended up in the Hospital) or the run in 2005. So I definitely had a score to settle. It had been 4 years since I had escaped so I thought it was time to go back and try again. One of the great things about this race apart from the fact you Swim in the San Francisco Bay apparently with the Great Whites (I am hoping if I can not see them then maybe they can not see me) it is one of the most spectacular courses. The spectators are amazing the last few miles of the run. There is almost nothing better than running down a finish line but with thousand of people cheering it just makes it even better. They make you run a mile before the cycle so you warm up after being in the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay. The cycle leg is one of the most challenging course with it twists and turns and accents and descents along the way. Thankfully you only cover 18 miles which does not sound very long but just long enough. The run in famous or infamous as it includes the 1/4 mile sand ladder. Which basically makes your chest pound so hard against your chest you can almost hear it. I already mentioned how amazing the finish line is. Definitely not a Rodeo ride of 8 seconds its minutes and minutes of cheers of encouragement. My race plan was to get out and hammer for as long as my heart and lungs would allow. I exited the water in 5th place and managed to cycle my way up to 4th only to be passed on the Bakers Beach section and claim 5th overall at the finish. So with 8 Victories, 1 Second and a 5th and 1 DNF I am very happy with my record at the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. Did I mention I finally took down Pablo.:) Along for the ride as well was Mike Dannelley from American Interbanc who kicked Alcatraz butt as well. I am headed to Atlanta on the 28th of June for the Iron Girls Triathlon which will be broadcast on NBC later in the year. |
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Perfect Push Up Blog
Thursday, June 11, 2009
skip to main | skip to sidebar
Guest blogger: Michellie Jones, Perfect Athlete Ambassador
Who am I? I am the eldest by 5 minutes to my identical twin sister Gabrielle. I have been a racing professional since 1988. Yes, 21 years ago -- I'm not sure if that makes me old or mature. I have so many great memories which could take days and days to recall so instead, here is one of my favorites. After crashing during a race I woke up in the Emergency with the one of the doctors asking, "What do you mean she was riding her bike in a swim suit in the pouring rain?”
Yep, that pretty much describes what being a Triathlete is all about. We swim, bike and run all day, every day, no matter what. An Ironman Tri takes an entire day since it is a 2.4mile swim, 112mile bike race and a 26.2 mile run just to top it off. It would be very amusing to see how many Perfect Pushups you could do after crossing the finish line. Mental note to self: only amusing if you get to watch because usually someone has to hold me up as soon as I cross an Ironman finish line. Crazy probably but there is always something that is crazier somewhere.
Not sure if anyone could have predicted my career as I certainly never thought I would have a couple of World Champ Titles, a Ironman Hawaii Title and an Olympic Silver Medal. Wow, are you sure that was me?
Funny thing is, one of my 20 swim coaches would make us do push ups as punishment if we didn’t show up on time. Or on other occasions he would make us do a set of ten in the middle of workouts. Maybe I should send him a few Perfect Pushups. I am certainly no Gym Rat and I certainly don’t have the strength of a Navy SEAL but that does not mean I don’t use the Perfect Pushup. Let me tell you, I am may not be the strongest athlete out there but I use what I have and dream big, really, really big.
My Perfect Workout:
* 2 sets of 10-15 PPUs
* How many can I do in 30seconds? (just to change it up)
* Where: usually at my gym
Cheers!
MJ
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OC Duathlon
Monday, June 01, 2009
You can do all the training in the world but nothing is better than racing. Since my last event was the Memphis In May Tri two weeks ago it was time to squeee in another event in between Memphis and the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon on June 14th. So it was time to transform myself into a Duathlete for the OC Duathlon. Yes, I know I am a Triathlete but sometimes it's nice to be a Duathlete every now and again as well.
So at 4.30am Saturday morning we headed out the door. It was actually raining on the drive up to Orange County. Racing in the rain is OK especially if it starts after the start.:)
Plus I had already washed by bike and it was nice and clean.
Phew no rain at the race venue. Luckily we got there early as I had a little trouble getting air in my front wheel. Thanks to Pablo he quickly got my valve undone so I could put pressure into it. I was in a little bit of a panic for a few seconds. I am not sure if that is a good way to get the adrenaline going before a race. I get nervous easily enough already.
My goal for the rain was at least make Pablo hurt a little but he really put the hurt on me. The first 5km everyone went out really hard. I felt like Timmy turtle rather than a hare but as the story goes I was in lead well before the first mile(first female). Luke Bell was crushing everyone on the first run and at least I could still see Pablo.
This would have to be one of the hardest 40km's I have ridden or maybe it was the 5km run before hand. The first 6 miles were uphill not a lot of fun after running hard. At least that meant on this out and back course you could fly back home to the transition.
Ah the second run....this is why Duathlons are much harder than Triathlons....the legs remember the fact you have already run hard.
So to say the least the finish line was a welcome site and although Pablo crushed me and finished 6th overall(Luke Bell was first) I was happy to be the 1st female and 15th overall.
We made a mad dash back home so I could make the Expert Panel for Rock N Roll San Diego Marathlon and sign autographs at the Newton running booth.
Revenge will be sweet June 14th back to being a Triathlete for the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon.
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Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon Tuesday, June 16, 2009 On Sunday June 14th Michellie Jones Escapes from Alcatraz for the 10th time. It should have been number 11 but I did not quite make it off the bike course(crashed and ended up in the Hospital) or the run in 2005. So I definitely had a score to settle. It had been 4 years since I had escaped so I thought it was time to go back and try again. One of the great things about this race apart from the fact you Swim in the San Francisco Bay apparently with the Great Whites (I am hoping if I can not see them then maybe they can not see me) it is one of the most spectacular courses. The spectators are amazing the last few miles of the run. There is almost nothing better than running down a finish line but with thousand of people cheering it just makes it even better. They make you run a mile before the cycle so you warm up after being in the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay. The cycle leg is one of the most challenging course with it twists and turns and accents and descents along the way. Thankfully you only cover 18 miles which does not sound very long but just long enough. The run in famous or infamous as it includes the 1/4 mile sand ladder. Which basically makes your chest pound so hard against your chest you can almost hear it. I already mentioned how amazing the finish line is. Definitely not a Rodeo ride of 8 seconds its minutes and minutes of cheers of encouragement. My race plan was to get out and hammer for as long as my heart and lungs would allow. I exited the water in 5th place and managed to cycle my way up to 4th only to be passed on the Bakers Beach section and claim 5th overall at the finish. So with 8 Victories, 1 Second and a 5th and 1 DNF I am very happy with my record at the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. Did I mention I finally took down Pablo.:) Along for the ride as well was Mike Dannelley from American Interbanc who kicked Alcatraz butt as well. I am headed to Atlanta on the 28th of June for the Iron Girls Triathlon which will be broadcast on NBC later in the year. |
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Perfect Push Up Blog
Thursday, June 11, 2009
skip to main | skip to sidebar
Guest blogger: Michellie Jones, Perfect Athlete Ambassador
Who am I? I am the eldest by 5 minutes to my identical twin sister Gabrielle. I have been a racing professional since 1988. Yes, 21 years ago -- I'm not sure if that makes me old or mature. I have so many great memories which could take days and days to recall so instead, here is one of my favorites. After crashing during a race I woke up in the Emergency with the one of the doctors asking, "What do you mean she was riding her bike in a swim suit in the pouring rain?”
Yep, that pretty much describes what being a Triathlete is all about. We swim, bike and run all day, every day, no matter what. An Ironman Tri takes an entire day since it is a 2.4mile swim, 112mile bike race and a 26.2 mile run just to top it off. It would be very amusing to see how many Perfect Pushups you could do after crossing the finish line. Mental note to self: only amusing if you get to watch because usually someone has to hold me up as soon as I cross an Ironman finish line. Crazy probably but there is always something that is crazier somewhere.
Not sure if anyone could have predicted my career as I certainly never thought I would have a couple of World Champ Titles, a Ironman Hawaii Title and an Olympic Silver Medal. Wow, are you sure that was me?
Funny thing is, one of my 20 swim coaches would make us do push ups as punishment if we didn’t show up on time. Or on other occasions he would make us do a set of ten in the middle of workouts. Maybe I should send him a few Perfect Pushups. I am certainly no Gym Rat and I certainly don’t have the strength of a Navy SEAL but that does not mean I don’t use the Perfect Pushup. Let me tell you, I am may not be the strongest athlete out there but I use what I have and dream big, really, really big.
My Perfect Workout:
* 2 sets of 10-15 PPUs
* How many can I do in 30seconds? (just to change it up)
* Where: usually at my gym
Cheers!
MJ
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OC Duathlon
Monday, June 01, 2009
You can do all the training in the world but nothing is better than racing. Since my last event was the Memphis In May Tri two weeks ago it was time to squeee in another event in between Memphis and the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon on June 14th. So it was time to transform myself into a Duathlete for the OC Duathlon. Yes, I know I am a Triathlete but sometimes it's nice to be a Duathlete every now and again as well.
So at 4.30am Saturday morning we headed out the door. It was actually raining on the drive up to Orange County. Racing in the rain is OK especially if it starts after the start.:)
Plus I had already washed by bike and it was nice and clean.
Phew no rain at the race venue. Luckily we got there early as I had a little trouble getting air in my front wheel. Thanks to Pablo he quickly got my valve undone so I could put pressure into it. I was in a little bit of a panic for a few seconds. I am not sure if that is a good way to get the adrenaline going before a race. I get nervous easily enough already.
My goal for the rain was at least make Pablo hurt a little but he really put the hurt on me. The first 5km everyone went out really hard. I felt like Timmy turtle rather than a hare but as the story goes I was in lead well before the first mile(first female). Luke Bell was crushing everyone on the first run and at least I could still see Pablo.
This would have to be one of the hardest 40km's I have ridden or maybe it was the 5km run before hand. The first 6 miles were uphill not a lot of fun after running hard. At least that meant on this out and back course you could fly back home to the transition.
Ah the second run....this is why Duathlons are much harder than Triathlons....the legs remember the fact you have already run hard.
So to say the least the finish line was a welcome site and although Pablo crushed me and finished 6th overall(Luke Bell was first) I was happy to be the 1st female and 15th overall.
We made a mad dash back home so I could make the Expert Panel for Rock N Roll San Diego Marathlon and sign autographs at the Newton running booth.
Revenge will be sweet June 14th back to being a Triathlete for the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon.
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Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon Tuesday, June 16, 2009 On Sunday June 14th Michellie Jones Escapes from Alcatraz for the 10th time. It should have been number 11 but I did not quite make it off the bike course(crashed and ended up in the Hospital) or the run in 2005. So I definitely had a score to settle. It had been 4 years since I had escaped so I thought it was time to go back and try again. One of the great things about this race apart from the fact you Swim in the San Francisco Bay apparently with the Great Whites (I am hoping if I can not see them then maybe they can not see me) it is one of the most spectacular courses. The spectators are amazing the last few miles of the run. There is almost nothing better than running down a finish line but with thousand of people cheering it just makes it even better. They make you run a mile before the cycle so you warm up after being in the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay. The cycle leg is one of the most challenging course with it twists and turns and accents and descents along the way. Thankfully you only cover 18 miles which does not sound very long but just long enough. The run in famous or infamous as it includes the 1/4 mile sand ladder. Which basically makes your chest pound so hard against your chest you can almost hear it. I already mentioned how amazing the finish line is. Definitely not a Rodeo ride of 8 seconds its minutes and minutes of cheers of encouragement. My race plan was to get out and hammer for as long as my heart and lungs would allow. I exited the water in 5th place and managed to cycle my way up to 4th only to be passed on the Bakers Beach section and claim 5th overall at the finish. So with 8 Victories, 1 Second and a 5th and 1 DNF I am very happy with my record at the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. Did I mention I finally took down Pablo.:) Along for the ride as well was Mike Dannelley from American Interbanc who kicked Alcatraz butt as well. I am headed to Atlanta on the 28th of June for the Iron Girls Triathlon which will be broadcast on NBC later in the year. |
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Perfect Push Up Blog
Thursday, June 11, 2009
skip to main | skip to sidebar
Guest blogger: Michellie Jones, Perfect Athlete Ambassador
Who am I? I am the eldest by 5 minutes to my identical twin sister Gabrielle. I have been a racing professional since 1988. Yes, 21 years ago -- I'm not sure if that makes me old or mature. I have so many great memories which could take days and days to recall so instead, here is one of my favorites. After crashing during a race I woke up in the Emergency with the one of the doctors asking, "What do you mean she was riding her bike in a swim suit in the pouring rain?”
Yep, that pretty much describes what being a Triathlete is all about. We swim, bike and run all day, every day, no matter what. An Ironman Tri takes an entire day since it is a 2.4mile swim, 112mile bike race and a 26.2 mile run just to top it off. It would be very amusing to see how many Perfect Pushups you could do after crossing the finish line. Mental note to self: only amusing if you get to watch because usually someone has to hold me up as soon as I cross an Ironman finish line. Crazy probably but there is always something that is crazier somewhere.
Not sure if anyone could have predicted my career as I certainly never thought I would have a couple of World Champ Titles, a Ironman Hawaii Title and an Olympic Silver Medal. Wow, are you sure that was me?
Funny thing is, one of my 20 swim coaches would make us do push ups as punishment if we didn’t show up on time. Or on other occasions he would make us do a set of ten in the middle of workouts. Maybe I should send him a few Perfect Pushups. I am certainly no Gym Rat and I certainly don’t have the strength of a Navy SEAL but that does not mean I don’t use the Perfect Pushup. Let me tell you, I am may not be the strongest athlete out there but I use what I have and dream big, really, really big.
My Perfect Workout:
* 2 sets of 10-15 PPUs
* How many can I do in 30seconds? (just to change it up)
* Where: usually at my gym
Cheers!
MJ
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OC Duathlon
Monday, June 01, 2009
You can do all the training in the world but nothing is better than racing. Since my last event was the Memphis In May Tri two weeks ago it was time to squeee in another event in between Memphis and the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon on June 14th. So it was time to transform myself into a Duathlete for the OC Duathlon. Yes, I know I am a Triathlete but sometimes it's nice to be a Duathlete every now and again as well.
So at 4.30am Saturday morning we headed out the door. It was actually raining on the drive up to Orange County. Racing in the rain is OK especially if it starts after the start.:)
Plus I had already washed by bike and it was nice and clean.
Phew no rain at the race venue. Luckily we got there early as I had a little trouble getting air in my front wheel. Thanks to Pablo he quickly got my valve undone so I could put pressure into it. I was in a little bit of a panic for a few seconds. I am not sure if that is a good way to get the adrenaline going before a race. I get nervous easily enough already.
My goal for the rain was at least make Pablo hurt a little but he really put the hurt on me. The first 5km everyone went out really hard. I felt like Timmy turtle rather than a hare but as the story goes I was in lead well before the first mile(first female). Luke Bell was crushing everyone on the first run and at least I could still see Pablo.
This would have to be one of the hardest 40km's I have ridden or maybe it was the 5km run before hand. The first 6 miles were uphill not a lot of fun after running hard. At least that meant on this out and back course you could fly back home to the transition.
Ah the second run....this is why Duathlons are much harder than Triathlons....the legs remember the fact you have already run hard.
So to say the least the finish line was a welcome site and although Pablo crushed me and finished 6th overall(Luke Bell was first) I was happy to be the 1st female and 15th overall.
We made a mad dash back home so I could make the Expert Panel for Rock N Roll San Diego Marathlon and sign autographs at the Newton running booth.
Revenge will be sweet June 14th back to being a Triathlete for the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon.
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