Last fall, I launched a trial project called Go Speedy Divas. The website highlights the achievements of female pro athletes, elite amateurs, and everyday recreationists in cycling, power walking, race walking, and triathlon. Schedules of women's races and events, and race results are also listed. Why would I create Go Speedy Divas when I often include that type of content … [Read more...] about Go Speedy Divas Spotlights Female Athletes, Races & Results
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2018 Huntsman World Senior Games Triathlon Results
The 2018 Huntsman World Senior Games triathlon, a competition for men, women, and relay teams ages 50 or better, was held on Saturday, Oct. 13 in St. George, Utah. The race started with a 450-meter outdoor pool swim at Summit Athletic Club, followed by a 20K (12.5-mile) bike, and finished with a 5K (3.1-mile) run/walk. Of the 47 women who signed up for the individual … [Read more...] about 2018 Huntsman World Senior Games Triathlon Results
RACE REPORT: My 2017 HWSG Cycling 5K Hill Climb
In the days leading up to the start of my cycling and race walking races at the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George, Utah, my thoughts danced between "I'm not ready for this" to "I got this!" My ongoing foot issues threw my training plans way off track. I had to do A LOT of positive self-talk to remind myself to focus on the JOY and FUN. As shown in this meme shared on … [Read more...] about RACE REPORT: My 2017 HWSG Cycling 5K Hill Climb
RESULTS: 2017 National Senior Games Women’s 40K Cycling Road Race
The 2017 National Senior Games women's cycling 40K road race capped off the week-long competition on Friday, June 9. Of the 61 women who started the race, 47 crossed the finish line. The course was the same as the 20K road race, adding a second loop to cover the distance. Despite the challenges, only milliseconds separated winners and finishers overall and among the age groups! … [Read more...] about RESULTS: 2017 National Senior Games Women’s 40K Cycling Road Race
RESULTS: 2017 National Senior Games Women’s Cycling 20K Road Race
At the 2017 National Senior Games, 59 women competed in this 20K road race and proved speed has no age limit! Speeds ranged from 11 to 21.3 miles per hour on the 12.4274-mile course with an overall elevation gain of 591 feet! The race took place on Thursday, June 8. View the course here on Vimeo.com. W50-54 CARVER, Kay | FL | 34:59.790 KURZ, Anna | TX | 35:02.205 … [Read more...] about RESULTS: 2017 National Senior Games Women’s Cycling 20K Road Race