Non-Competitive FunOutdoor FunWalking Events

Unique and helpful running, biking & swimming tips for those who like to run, bike, or swim just for fun – not necessarily on a competitive level.

Training Gear & Equipment: Everything You Need For A Multi-Day Charity Walk Like The Susan G. Komen 3-Day

What do you REALLY need for a multi-day walk like the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for the Cure? My best tips after participating in a 3-day walk for charity.

Fundraising Ideas + Things I Learned About Charity Events After Participating In The Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk

60 miles? I can do that! That’s the motto for the Susan G. Komen 3-Day For the Cure 60-mile fundraising walk. How I trained and raised money for my first charity walking event.

Bike Storage Solution: How To Choose & Install A Bike Hoist To Free Up Space In Your Garage

Bike hoists free up floor space in your garage or apartment. Considering a bike hoist as your bike storage solution? Here's what to look for + how to install a bike hoist.

5K Races 101 – What To Expect At Your First 5K Run

Here are the answers to the most common questions that new 5K runners have...

Half-Marathon Training Tips: 4 Keys To Success For Your First Half-Marathon

You've got your heart and mind set on a goal: you want to run a half-marathon race. The problem is that you've never accomplished anything like this before. First and foremost, congratulations on making a decision that will inevitably change your life. You have made a goal for yourself, and regardless of who you are, how old you are, or how much you weigh, you can accomplish your goal if you use these 4 tips.

Tour de France Cycling Highlights, Trivia & Fun Facts

Here's an overview to get you ready for the biggest cycling event of the year, with lots of fun ways to stay in the loop with all things Tour de France. Plus, interesting trivia and race facts for Tour de France spectators and fans.

Endurance Sports – What Lies Beyond Triathlon For Multi-Sport Athletes?

If you are interested in exploring the world of endurance sports beyond or as a complement to triathlon, here are some areas worth investigating.

Annual Ride Of Silence – A Bike Event Worth Adding To Your Race Calendar

The Ride of Silence is an annual bike event that honors cyclists who have died in accidents with motor vehicles. It seeks to raise awareness of cyclists' right to the road. Participants ride no faster than 12 mph for no longer than an hour, and they maintain silence as in a funeral procession.

Jim’s Fun Times Guide Triathlon Awards

I decided to close out one year and start a new one on The Fun Times Guide to Triathlons with some special triathlon awards. Here are Jim's Fun Times Guide Triathlon Awards for the year.

2008 Beijing Olympics Triathlon: A Crash Course

Are you ready for the 2008 USA Olympics?! With just a few days to go, I thought it might be helpful to break down the details on the 2008 Beijing Olympics triathlon competition.

Looking For Biking Trips? Bike Tours? Long Training Rides?

I used to be a long-distance cyclist. Not a great one. Nor a fast one. Just an average one -- who had a ball every time my wheels were spinning. Fast-forward to today. And even though I've biked a bit around here since we moved to Tennessee, as I kept getting busier and busier, I kept pushing my bike farther and farther into the corner of our garage. Here's how I got re-motivated to get back into cycling. Lots of great tips.

Fun Biking Photos From A Long-Distance Cyclist In Training

I'm not a triathlete -- just a long distance cyclist who enjoys biking for the FUN of it. Whatever your cycling goals are, I hope that you enjoy these photos and highlights from some of my own cycling experiences!