In its December newsletter, the National Senior Games reported Corvallis will be the new host city for the 2020 Oregon Senior Games. Registration will open early in the year with competition dates expected in August. Visit Corvallis, the tourism bureau for the city, is the key partner in assembling the new host organization. “Visit Corvallis is excited to contribute … [Read more...] about New Host City for 2020 Oregon Senior Games
Who’s Up for a 2020 Road Bike Ride in Southern Utah?
Photo from Ride Southern Utah on Facebook. Text, logo added by Slowpoke Divas. Right after my cycling and walking races at the Nevada Senior Games and Huntsman World Senior Games, I took time off to recharge and catch up on other aspects of life. Though I didn't keep to a structured training or fitness schedule, I did stay active. Climbing ladders, chasing down wayward … [Read more...] about Who’s Up for a 2020 Road Bike Ride in Southern Utah?
Off the Rails: Derailleur Failure During 5K Cycling Time Trial
Nevada Senior Games 5K cycling time trial gold medalist Donna Ingle (left) and silver medalist Diana Ready (right) in women's 65-69. At today's Nevada Senior Games 5K cycling time trial, I experienced my first ever "bike mechanical" -- when something goes haywire with one's bicycle. Luckily the issue wasn't a flat tire, but one that played havoc with my cadence and … [Read more...] about Off the Rails: Derailleur Failure During 5K Cycling Time Trial
What To Do When Things Go Wrong
[UPDATE: Got my website looking good again today, brand new actually] When something either goes wrong or not according to plan, my number one objective is to keep calm. That means not overreacting, getting mad, blaming myself or someone else, or sulking. Yeah, that's a pretty ambitious goal considering I'm all too-human, not a Vulcan or other logical, emotionally … [Read more...] about What To Do When Things Go Wrong
New Las Vegas Walking Group to Host Workshop, Workout
A free, 90-minute walking workshop & workout LAS VEGAS, NEVADA -- To kick off the start of a new walking group based in the greater Las Vegas area, organizers will host a free, 90-minute walking workshop showcasing three different styles for fitness or competition. Presenters will be 2019 National Senior Games power walk champion Sandi Stapleton and veteran race walker … [Read more...] about New Las Vegas Walking Group to Host Workshop, Workout