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About Gillian

I am a type 1 diabetic diagnosed at the age of 30. I run marathons, participate in bike races , ironman triathlons and everything in between.

Perfect Training and Perfect Race Execution

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Gillian

Perfect training execution and perfect race execution. A few days ago, this is what I was told I had to do in order to finish the Leadville 100 mountain bike race. But first a catch up.  I haven’t posted in … Continue reading →

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TEAM WILD!!!

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Gillian

On top of everything else I’ve decided to do this year (more on this in a later post) I am officially one of the triathlon coaches at Team Wild Camp this year!  I cannot wait to coach and mentor other … Continue reading →

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WHAT ARE MY LIMITATIONS?

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Gillian

I have been struggling to put together my race schedule for this year.  As of today the only race I have officially signed up for is Ironman Arizona in November of this year.  Everything else is up in the air.  … Continue reading →

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NY Marathon 2014 baby!

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Gillian

The NYRR finally came to a decision a few weeks ago about what to do for the people who were signed up to do the cancelled 2012 NY marathon.  They offered 5 different options: $255 Refund Guaranteed Entry into 2013 … Continue reading →

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Reason # 1,987,321 to not like swimming

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Gillian

I got back in the pool this morning for a swimming technique class which I had been goint to quite regularly before new year.  I’d like to say it was good to get back in the water.  But I don’t … Continue reading →

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Its a Miracle I tell ya!

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Gillian

One of my only goals this year is to try and become a little more flexible.  See the word “little” I don’t want to set myself up for failure.  For example I will never be able to do this pose … Continue reading →

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Making the most of a bad situation and my fun new bike!

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Gillian

I planned for this Saturday as I have every other Saturday this month to go out and hit the trails on my new green machine/commuter/cross bike.  It is a no-name brand steel framed cross bike which I bought on a … Continue reading →

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Hard Workout….or a bad day with Diabetes

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Gillian

Despite good intentions, celebrating new years and getting back to work in one week was tough.  The combination of early mornings, a cold bike commute, long overtime work hours due to full-on busy time and trying to do my scheduled … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Daily

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Gillian

I am writing to share some news that I’m, well, sort of excited about!  Probably more so than I should be but I feel like this is a step in the direction I want to go with my life.  I … Continue reading →

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Winter Running Live Video info Session

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Gillian

All you ever wanted to know about winter running and more!  Lots of props as well as all the Q and A you want! Check it out ! http://teamwildathletics.com/2012/12/13/embrace-winter-running-learn-more-in-a-live-stream-with-teamwild-coaches/  

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