In less than 10 hours, I’ll be swimming in the waters of Lake Zurich with over 2,000 triathletes from all over the world. There has been some restless sleep over the past few nights, with all of the concerns about race preparations playing out repeatedly in my head. What will the weather be like? What [...]

One of the most important aspects of training for any Ironman triathlon is slowly building up endurance for the long distances while staying free from injuries. When spending 15 to 20 hours per week swimming, biking and running over the course of six to nine months, it is important to take steps to avoid injuries [...]

Today, I’m launching my “Tri for Ned” Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Team in Training effort. I’m dedicating my participation in the Ironman Switzerland race on July 12 to my dad, Ned Stanzel, who lost his battle with leukemia in October of 1997. Please visit “Tri for Ned” for more information about the important works of [...]