Category Archives: Christopher Cudworth

On Southern climes

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

We were up today before dawn to get ready for my trip to the airport. That meant the pool equipment that looked so happy under the Florida sun took on a dark and sinister cast. Even the frogs that had … Continue reading →

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Why 10 seconds can mean a lot

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

During a 20-mile ride yesterday I snaked toward the biggest hill in the county through a strong westerly wind. My vow this year is to not worry when the wind is blowing. Stop thinking about speed and concentrate on good … Continue reading →

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Follow the groundhog, she said

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

We left from Batavia at 5:00 a.m. to run the Rockford 10k.The drive from Batavia takes about an hour. Of course, we did not anticipate that the entire exit ramp to I-39 into Rockford would be closed for repairs. Nor did … Continue reading →

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The danger of an unworthy opponent

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

Our college track team drove five hours to compete in a track meet at Buena Vista college in the far western corner of Iowa. The ride out was boring, to say the least. One of those rides that can sap … Continue reading →

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Ever thought about the best fitness investments you ever made?

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

All of us depend on equipment and coaching to improve performance. In 40+ years of competition, I’ve tried to invest in areas where the returns are greatest. Some of these items were part of a team opportunity or program. Others were … Continue reading →

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Time to get up

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

As little kids, we often depend on our parents to wake us up in the morning. I recall my mother coming to the top of the stairs to call out in her cheery voice, “Time to get up!” But sooner … Continue reading →

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Triathlon according to Cheerios

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

It’s been a couple weeks since I actually went grocery shopping. No need to stock up on food before last week’s triathlon camp. It would only go bad. And this week my brother was in town aswe were cleaning out … Continue reading →

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Neck and neck

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

The new bike and how it fits is still being worked out. The more aggressive position is great for aerodynamics. However, I’m wondering how it’s going to work with my neck. The more horizontal you get on a road bike, … Continue reading →

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Let them eat cake

Posted on March 28, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

‘Qu’ils mangent de la brioche’ The phrase “Let them eat cake” has long been attributed to the “great princess” Marie Antoinette, who when confronted with the fact that the poorer populace had little to eat, reputedly uttered those famous words. … Continue reading →

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The question of orthotics

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Christopher Cudworth

A few years back when I first signed on to get orthotics, a friend wondered teasingly if I’d replied to one of those ads for penis enlargement. “You’re getting orthodicks?” he chuckled. Actually, I made that up. But it illustrates … Continue reading →

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