I’m back, folks! Apologies for the radio silence on my blog lately. My work/life balance has been completely off-kilter, leaving me with little time to dedicate to Sunflowers and Pedals. However, I’m determined to turn things around and commit to regular posts this year. So today I present to you an interview with Bri Lui,Continue reading “The Dusty Bandita”
Tag Archives: endurance sports
Pushing the limits to live your dreams
Katie Visco may not be a household name, but her ultra-running accomplishments are mind-blowing. In 2009, Katie ran 3,132 miles solo across the United States from Boston to San Diego. At the age of 23, she became the second youngest and 13th woman to run that route. Ten years later, Katie ran 2,112 miles over 119 days across Australia. Her husband Henley Phillips was her support vehicle, but human-powered, on a bicycle. Henley had to haul their food, water, and gear through the Outback, which at times weighed up to 400 pounds.
Tips to keeping your bottom happy when cycling
One of the most frequent questions women ask me is about discomfort while cycling. It can range from chafing and saddle sores to soft tissue pressure.
Sun Protection for the Endurance Athlete
In the past, whenever partaking in outside activities I’d rarely apply sunscreen above the eye line. All too often I’d start sweating and inevitably sunscreen would get in my eyes and burn. A few years back I underwent MOHS surgery to remove basal cells in two places above the eye line, just along the hairline.Continue reading “Sun Protection for the Endurance Athlete”
Sunflowers and Pedals 