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Indoor Triathlon

My First Indoor Triathlon

March 28, 2019
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Fit and Strong, Races

Recently, I did my first triathlon of any kind. I was nervous about it, mainly because I thought it was likely that I’d not be able to finish it. Fortunately, I did finish and ended up being happy over the results. Indoor Triathlon Set Up This indoor triathlon was set up for: 10 minutes swimming in a lap pool 25 minutes riding a stationary bike 20 minutes running on a treadmill Indoor triathlons are probably easier than outdoor ones because the swimming is in a pool instead of open water. There are no issues with weather or having to figure out where you’re going. Also, it’s a great advantage to be able to kick off from the wall every time you turn direction in the pool. The bikes...

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Reflections on 2018: Year-End Wrap-Up Podcast

December 24, 2018
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Fit and Strong, Motivation, Podcast, Races

Episode #24 of Fit Strong Women Over 50 Podcast for the Becoming Elli Community Download | Play in New Window Please Subscribe: Apple Podcasts  (iTunes) | Google Podcasts | Android-Google Play | Stitcher | Player FM | Castbox | Tunein | Spotify | RSS In podcast episode #24, Jill and Chris reflect on 2018. They talk with amazing women from episode 7 Diane Berkley and episode 8 Juel Fitzgerald to find out how their 2018 went  and to talk about plans and goals for 2019. Diane Berkley talked about: Thyroid issues and how that affected her workout How she got her running speed back Participating in the Ultimate Fitness Challenge at her gym with thrusters, the assault bike and push-ups How her trainer Mike helps her measure her fitness levels Which measurements she tracks Different types of dead lifts What cardio she is does at the gym along with...

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How We Ran a Half Marathon

October 9, 2018
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Half Marathon, Motivation, Podcast

Podcast: Download | Play in New Window Subscribe: Apple Podcasts  (iTunes) | Google Podcasts | Android-Google Play | Stitcher | Player FM | Castbox | Tunein | Spotify | RSS In podcast episode number 19 of Becoming Elli, Jill and Chris discuss how they ran a half marathon. Today's podcast covers before, during and after the 13.1 challenge. In this podcast you'll hear: Our preparation: Running plans leading up to it The expo Our cross training plans Shoes Practice fueling KT tape The actual race on Sept 29, 2018 in Akron: The Course Waterstations What we did afterwards: Fuel: Chocolate milk and banana ice bath What didn't work Are you planning a challenging race in the near future? Let us know by sending an email to Jill@becomingelli.com or Chris@becomingelli.com so we can connect with you. Or join our Facebook Group. ...

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Race Recap of the Good Hops 5K Beer Run 2018

Race Recap of the Good Hops 5K Beer Run 2018

June 21, 2018
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5K, Fit and Strong, Races

Ready for a race recap of the Good Hops 5K Beer Run 2018? It was a fun but very hot race held on the Saturday of Father's Day weekend. I went on vacation last week. I spent several days at Kure Beach in North Carolina with my son and his girlfriend. It was great: lots of sun, swimming, eating, and drinking beer at breweries. Kure Beach is on the North Carolina coast, about 15 miles south of Wilmington and next to Carolina Beach. It’s a great little beach town with a nice beach and restaurants and shops nearby. We went to Good Hops Brewery in Carolina Beach to sample the local beer and while we were there, we saw a sign for a 5K to be run...

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Race Recap of the 2018 Cleveland Half Marathon

June 12, 2018
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Fit and Strong, Half Marathon, Podcast, Races, Weight

Becoming Elli Podcast Episode Number 11 Podcast: Download | Play in New Window Subscribe: Apple (iTunes) Podcasts | Android-Google Play | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify | RSS In Podcast #11 of Becoming Elli, Jill and Chris share their experiences with the Cleveland Half Marathon. Running 13.1 miles with less training than they would have liked, Jill and Chris found that changing expectations made for a fun event. Listen today to hear about: * Expo * Parking * Expectations and attitude * Weather and what to wear * Running the 13.1 mile course through downtown past the stadiums, into the Flats, up into Tremont, past Ohio City, down through Gordon Square and finishing in Public Square * The food and the medal * Fun in the Beer Garden and listening to live music [caption id="attachment_1458" align="aligncenter" width="945"]...

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What I Learned about Myself During the Twinsburg Duathlon

June 9, 2018
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Fit and Strong, Motivation, Races

Last Sunday I learned a few things about myself when I did the 2018 Twinsburg Duathlon. My race recap of this "Run-Bike-Run" event will give you my thoughts as a first time participant. For all the Becoming Elli women over 50, who want to try something challenging, but have hesitated - I say "Do it!" Maybe you haven't done it because you are worried about what someone else might say or feel like you might be embarrassed or aren't sure how it will go. I'm reminded of this quote: "Do one thing everyday that scares you." - Eleanor Roosevelt I learned that the feeling of accomplishment is even more sweet when you have these feelings to begin with. Believe me, I had a lot of feelings and thoughts...

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Cleveland half marathon anticipation - expo

Thoughts on Tomorrow’s Cleveland Half Marathon Race

May 19, 2018
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Fit and Strong, Half Marathon, Races

I'm excited, eager, nervous and a little anxious to run in the Rite Aid Cleveland half marathon tomorrow. I've been training and cross training for this race ever since I signed up back in October, shortly after the Akron half marathon race. Eight months ago Jill and I ran the half marathon in Akron on a very hot day. It felt amazing to achieve such a huge undertaking. It was during the training for that race we become inspired to start Becoming Elli. As I write this, 24 hours before the start of the race, I'm full of Cleveland half marathon anticipation! Today Jill and I will head up to the race Expo with some friends. note: this photo is from the expo photo booth.  [caption id="attachment_1311" align="alignright" width="189"] Chris and...

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Raccoon Run Race 5K Recap

May 5, 2018
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5K, Fit and Strong, Races

Last Sunday I ran the Raccoon Run and had a blast. It was an chilly - but sunny - morning at just over 33 degrees. It's always hard to know how to dress when the weather is cold but the sun is out. I figured lots of layers would be good. I ended up with four layers on top: compression shirt that wicks on the inner layer loose fitting sports cover up the tech shirt Raccoon Run 2018 from the event my hoodie sweatshirt (and I wore the hoodie up at the early miles to stop the wind!) Standing around before the race, I joked with my friend that at mile 2.25 we run past my car, so I might just swing by and grab that other sweatshirt...

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5 reasons to run a 5K

5 Reasons to Run a 5K

April 28, 2018
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5K, Fit and Strong, Motivation, Races

What's the magic of a 5K? Why is it such a popular race? If you have never done a 5K, you may be wondering about doing one. What to expect: A 5K is 3.1 miles. It is a long enough distance that you should prepare. Don't just decide to run it without training for it -- unless you regularly run a similar distance and have pretty good cardio. I made that mistake with my first 5K. The very first 5K I ever did, I hadn't trained a bit, I was very overweight and I was shocked how hard it was. The course had hills and it was in the middle of April. It was a race that isn't held any more - called the Bogsucker Strut. (I think...

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Cross Training is Better than No Training, Right?

April 21, 2018
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Fit and Strong, Fitness, Half Marathon, Races

One month is the Cleveland Marathon and I am signed up to do the half marathon race of 13.1 miles on May 20. I signed up for this spring race quite a while ago, after I completed the Akron half. I liked the idea of having this goal and it seemed like a good idea. Here was my thought process: It would "force me" to stay in good running shape through the fall, winter and early spring months. If I sign up early, I would save money - the price goes up significantly as the race gets closer! Worst case, I could simply walk instead of run. Or I could always switch to the 10K (6.2 miles) if things didn't go well with my training. When you look at the...

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Becoming Elli is for women over the age of 50 who are focused on healthy living and getting fit. We discuss fitness, nutrition, and ways to age gracefully. Our mission is the same as our podcast: to become (and stay) Fit Strong Women Over 50.

Chris Brown & Jill McCauslin

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