My parents are visiting for a few weeks and Leila is officially four months old so my training has just kicked into the next gear with long long rides, two-a-days, and some serious intervals. I was pushing myself to the limit during my intervals yesterday and it dawned on me that the motivation I use … Continue reading Intervals Post Baby
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You (Almost) Got Me On My Knees Leila: Reflecting on my First Trimester
I can fly off drops, crush downhill’s, and slaughter uphill’s - but my little nuggets almost got me on my knees dreaming of piles of food and afternoon naps. After a smooth first few weeks things started to get a bit bumpy at the start of week 6. The nausea started to kick in and … Continue reading You (Almost) Got Me On My Knees Leila: Reflecting on my First Trimester
I’m Riding and Training for Two!
In January 2021, Filippo and I are going to welcome the cutest, most badass little girl or boy to the world! We are beyond excited for this adventure and come spring time plan on traveling and competing in the entire 2021 UCI World Cup Circuit, baby in tow! I greatly appreciate the continued support from … Continue reading I’m Riding and Training for Two!
WPTV Local Media
Last September 2019 I had the privilege of speaking with Michelle Quesada from WPTV to talk about my career as a professional Mountain Bike Racer living and training in South Florida. Check out video below or view the full video and article on their website here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KW5eMn8Sem8&t=22s
Catching Everyone Up: My Racing Background
Let's catch everyone up to speed with a little more background information on yours truly. First and foremost, as many I would hope have already realized, is I race mountain bikes. I didn’t truly begin racing until the fall of 2015 during the Florida State Championship Series. I raced as a Cat 3 in 2015 … Continue reading Catching Everyone Up: My Racing Background
The Natural Shift – Becoming a True Pro
When I first turned Pro it was like I had transitioned into a world I did quite understand yet. Everyone racing around me seemed to know exactly what they were doing, how to do it and how to do it to the best of their ability. I was expected to do the same. I was … Continue reading The Natural Shift – Becoming a True Pro
My First World Cup Race
If you've ever competed in sports at any level, or performed in a concert, or spoken in front of a crowd of people - you know the feeling of nerves slowly building up inside. The mix of being scared and excited all at the same time. And the first time you're on that start line, … Continue reading My First World Cup Race
How it All Began: The Blog
Back in June of this year, 2018, I went to my first UCI World Cup mountain bike race in Nove Mesto, Czech Republic. Prior to leaving admits the mad rush to pack all my things I went out and bought a good old fashioned journal. What better way to write down all my thoughts, experiences … Continue reading How it All Began: The Blog