Showing posts with label triathlon. Show all posts
Showing posts with label triathlon. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Fully converting my road bike into a stationary bike

When I first started getting into shape a few years ago, I was briefly indifferent between running and biking. Running had the advantage of being the most efficient workout from a calorie-burning perspective (I was trying to lose some weight) while biking offered the advantage of being more useful as a means of daily transportation.

I realize that it's not a "one or the other" situation. Duathlons involve running and biking, and of course if you throw in swimming, you get a triathlon. However, I fairly quickly gravitated more strongly toward running. Among other things, biking outside seems much less safe than running does.

Thursday, June 19, 2014

New Zealand is the Country in the World [that] Best Fits [My] Personality


It's silly Internet quiz time! This one asks, "What Country in the World Best Fits Your Personality?

I got New Zealand, with the following explanation:
You are an adventurous individual who enjoys being outdoors and spending time being active. You are a risk taker and have no problem striking up a conversation with a total stranger. When you travel you love to get to know the locals, and their customs, and are always up for a challenge. You thrive in a culture where others share your deep appreciation for land, and believe life is best lived outdoors. You love a hard hike, but also love the water and are happy to spend a day beach side. You thrive in a society with diversity and appreciate a simpler way of living. You are keen of learning about cultures and customs that are different than your own, and enjoy a deep conversation, whether it be philosophical or spiritual. You are not a city dweller by any means, and definitely believe that life is something to explore and experience firsthand. This country gives you endless opportunities to live both an active lifestyle and enjoy the company of new found friends.
I don't know about "lov[ing] the water" . . . . I guess a triathlon would be okay, if you didn't have to do the swimming part. (Or the cycling part.)

But I am up for deep conversation, like Jack Bauer's philosophy.