Alyssa_dld
Biomedical engineer, triathlete, runner, blogger.
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Don't Look Down
http://www.dont-look-down.com/
Ramblings of a 20-something woman trying to find her way through a new job in a new city trying to balance her job as a biomedical engineer, training for triathlons, a long-distance relationship, old friendships and trying to make new friends.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 188 )
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Ironman Wisconsin Training Week 8
I'm not exactly sure what week of training I'm on. But I think the plan I'm following has 23 weeks of training so that makes last week (Monday-Sunday) week 8. Read more
Posted on 21 May 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
The Newest Addition
I've welcomed a new member into the training family.A 2012 Specialized Transition Expert. At the suggestion of my Ironman Wisconsin facebook peeps, I've named... Read more
Posted on 07 May 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Ladies' Night Out with Swirlgear
A few weeks ago, Amy invited me to join her to a Ladies' Night Out at the Barrington Running Company. Amy is an ambassador for Swirlgear and has a few really... Read more
Posted on 01 May 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Jackson Hole Ski Trip, Part 3
Okay last vacation post. Well for this trip anyway.Thursday was our last day skiing. Sniffle, sniffle. We started off strong skiing a few black diamond runs... Read more
Posted on 23 April 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Jackson Hole Ski Trip, Part 2
We finally made it to the mountain on Monday! The weather was fairly warm and a bit windy. But I was sweating! Quite the change from the usual can't feel my... Read more
Posted on 22 April 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Jackson Hole Ski Trip, Part 1
I feel like that really annoying person on facebook because I posted a bunch of pictures of my vacation and then of our engagement. People are probably making... Read more
Posted on 15 April 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
The Story.
I have a lot of exciting news to share. First. Matt and I went on a ski vacation to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. It was kinda sorta a last minute vacation because we... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Friday Night Book Club
Monday, Monday. It was back to work for me today. I guess some people think the day after the Superbowl should be a holiday. All I have to say is "I wish. Read more
Posted on 03 February 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Yelp @ Fire It Up! Tacos
I have exciting news! I'm a member of the Yelp Elite crew for 2014! What does this mean? I get to go to some super special Elite events. And sometimes I get to... Read more
Posted on 02 February 2014 DINING OUT, FOOD & DRINK, SELF EXPRESSION -
2013 Racing Statistics
I did this last year and it was fun! So here it is again.Races/Events participated in: 14Races "raced": 7DNFs/DNSs: 0!Volunteered at: 3Miles raced:... Read more
Posted on 15 January 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
A New Year
A good chunk of time has passed since I last wrote. Too much time! A lot has happened, but at the same time, it feels like not much has changed! Read more
Posted on 01 January 2014 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Volunteering at Ironman Wisconsin
Ironman Wisconsin is the most complex race I have ever volunteered at or participated in. More than 4000 volunteers are needed to help the 2500+ racers compete... Read more
Posted on 16 October 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Camp Courageous Triathlon - the BEST Triathlon
Okay, I realize this triathlon was now like forever ago two months ago. I still want to highlight it because I think this race really deserves the publicity. Read more
Posted on 11 October 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Seattle Finds Part 2
I'm going to try to keep this to two posts because I don't want to drag on forever. But I don't want to make these posts too long and I still want to talk... Read more
Posted on 25 September 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Seattle Finds Part 1
Matt and I like to travel. Neither of us got to travel extensively growing up so we like to take advantage of the opportunities to do so now. Read more
Posted on 25 September 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
A Little Bit of Sunshine
Because Bethany loves me so or maybe just because I commented on her blog recently, she nominated for this little beaut.About the award:The award is circulated... Read more
Posted on 11 September 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Great Illini Challenge: 1, Alyssa: 0
Alternative title: Oops, I did it again. I guess all these N*sync reappearances are making me think back to my horrific middle school days and that makes me... Read more
Posted on 05 September 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Pigman Training Week 18
In case you wanted to see what half Ironman taper looks like.I got a new tri suit and this is the only picture I took all weekMonday, August 12 - RestTuesday,... Read more
Posted on 28 August 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Pigman Half Ironman Race Report
Well it's been a few days since the race and I've had some time to digest the whole race experience. So many words come to mind when I think about how to... Read more
Posted on 28 August 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION -
Pigman Training Weeks 16 & 17
Only a little late on these training recaps. Now the race is only 2 days away!Week 16Monday, July 29 - 30.39 mile bike Time: 5:45 pm, Duration: 1:50:35, Speed:... Read more
Posted on 16 August 2013 FITNESS, SELF EXPRESSION