In this episode, Erik and I talk about a typical day on the Camino, discuss various types of accommodation you might find along the route, and talk about our plan for walking the 800km walk in May 2016. We mention a book called A Pilgrim's Guide to the Camino de Santiago by John Brierley. Here is a link to further info about the author. If you are listening to this podcast on my KG Tris Triathlon Podcast feed in iTunes, please consider searching for the feed for my new podcast. I will only be do...
Aug 01, 2015
In this episode, Erik and I talk about the Camino de Santiago and share when and why we will be doing the 800 km pilgrimage to Santiago, Spain. If you are listening to this podcast on my KG Tris Triathlon Podcast feed in iTunes, please consider searching for the feed for my new podcast. I will only be double posting the podcasts until mid August, 2015. You can subscribe to the new show by searching for "Kelownagurl's Adventures" in iTunes, or on Spreaker here . Thank you!! ~Barb ****************...
Jul 22, 2015
Hi everyone - long time, no see! I am starting a new podcast with a new direction. It's called "Kelownagurl's Adventures: Travel and Fitness into Retirement" . A WARNING - there will be MUCH less triathlon talk on the new show, so check out the list of new content below and see if you might be interested in listening to the new show. Because I plan to use Spreaker to post my episodes, it will have a new feed and will be limited to 30 minute episodes. I will post the link to the new iTunes feed a...
Jul 10, 2015
Welcome to Episode #130 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In the first half of this episode, Erik and I are in Edinburgh and we talk about our trip to Scotland. In the second half, we are 20km into our third day hiking in the Cotswolds. I recorded these two 30 minute episodes using Spreaker. If you have already listened on Facebook or Spreaker, then skip this show! To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great...
Jul 31, 2014
Welcome to Episode #129 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik and I ramble on once again about our lack of training, our new deck, our travel plans, enjoying " slow ", and we remember our friend, Jason, and our dog, Angel. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . In Memory of: * Jason from Kelowna (see blog post here ) * Our golden retriever, Angel (see blog post here ) Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please fe...
Jul 02, 2014
Welcome to Episode #128 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik and I ramble on somewhat incoherently about gratitude, training, travel plans, and we have a few interruptions from 16 year old Jesse and his cousin. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs to: * Johan from Sweden * Jason and Dustin from Kelowna * Carlos from Victoria Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please feel free to leave me a comment,...
Jan 26, 2014
Welcome to Episode #127 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik and I talk about our lives over the past 5 months, and our goals for 2014. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs to: * Jason from Kelowna * Carlos * Terry from Manitoba Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please feel free to leave me a comment, send me an email, or leave me a review on itunes! Remember: It's never too late to be what you mi...
Dec 28, 2013
Welcome to Episode #126 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik and I talk about our training and races in the last 8 months as well as a lot of completely unrelated babble about our lives in general. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs and Race Reports from: * Michael W * Angela H * Terry from Manitoba * Jennifer from Vancouver * Sheila Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please feel free to leave me...
Aug 03, 2013
Welcome to Episode #125 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Becca and I talk about the challenges we have both faced over the past two weeks and talk about our respective diets - Paelo vs Vegan. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs and Race Reports from: Becca on Twitter Becca on Dailymile Becca's blog Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please feel free to leave me a comment, send me an email, or leave...
Jan 28, 2013
Welcome to Episode #124 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I am joined by my friend, Becca, and we talk about our training and our 2013 race plans. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs and Race Reports from: Becca on Twitter Becca on Dailymile Becca's blog Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please feel free to leave me a comment, send me an email, or leave me a review on itunes! Remember: It's never t...
Jan 11, 2013
Welcome to Episode #123 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I have a chat with local endurance athlete, Dustin Q, about his decision to get into endurance sports, his bike vs car accident, and his subsequent recovery. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs and Race Reports from: Dustin Q on Daily Mile @dustin_tris on Twitter Check out the Quadrathon Podcast to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon training Gear Reviews None this week. Workout Song...
Oct 29, 2012
Welcome to Episode #122 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I give a brief race report for the Victoria Half Marathon and then have a chat with our good friend, Jake Castonia, AKA @mainetriguy, and host of the Run Like Health Podcast, now in hiatus. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs and Race Reports from: Jake Castonia ( Run Like Health ) Check out the Quadrathon Podcast to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon training Gear Reviews None this...
Oct 18, 2012
Welcome to Episode #121 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I talk about my training for the Victoria Half Marathon, tell how being vegetarian for a month is going, read Jake's two 70.3 race reports, and share an email from Sheryl about avoiding serious achilles problems. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs and Race Reports from: Lyle, Dustin, and Jason from Kelowna Jake Castonia ( Run Like Health ) Sheryl ( MsPelled on Twitter) Check out the Quadrathon Podc...
Sep 24, 2012
Welcome to Episode #120 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I talk about my training this summer (or the lack thereof), give my Apple Triathlon race report, my goals and plans for the next few months, and I read a few race reports! To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Shout outs and Race Reports from: Barbara from Idaho Lyle, Susan, Rory, and Jason from Kelowna John from Oroville, WA Kate Check out the Quadrathon Podcast to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Tria...
Sep 02, 2012
Welcome to Episode #119 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, we get to hear a chat around the kitchen table when Quadrathon comes to visit Kelowna! To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Race reports next week! Becca from See Becca Try to Tri Check out the Quadrathon Podcast to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon training Gear Reviews None but I do rave about my Sugoi Versa Jacket again. Workout Song Clips of the We...
Aug 25, 2012
Welcome to Episode #118 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I talk about my latest mini PR and my 2012 race calendar dilemma then I do the 3rd installment of "So You Want to be a Triathlete?" and talk about adding intensity such as speed work and hill repeats to your training. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: * Kabekona Tri Girl - Sara * Carlos, the Jackal Check out the Quadrathon Podcast to hear Stuart and I chat about Mara...
Jun 09, 2012
Welcome to Episode #117 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I give my Abbotsford Run for Water marathon race report and I read a few race reports! To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Here's a link to the Donate option of the Run for Water website. Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: * John from Scottsdale * Geoff from Oregon * Barb from Idaho * Jo Kappus * Wendy from Florida Check out the Quadrathon Podcast to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon t...
Jun 04, 2012
Welcome to Episode #116 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik gives us a Bare Bones Duathlon Race Report, Carlos gives us some audio from the Elk Lake Ultra, I read a few race reports, and I talk about my 'week before the marathon" taper drama. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: * Geoff - Western Oregon University Sprint+ Triathlon * John from http://www.daretotrilife.com * Melanie from http://www.northerngardenersalmanac.c...
May 21, 2012
Welcome to Episode #115 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I record a marathon training update while I drive down to Osoyoos for a training weekend with friends. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: none Check out the Quadrathon Podcast (to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon training) Gear Reviews none Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please feel free to leave me a comment, send m...
May 01, 2012
Welcome to Episode #114 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I talk about the effects of work stress on my marathon training, try my best to answer Gordon's question about getting into aero position on the bike, and I skype with Erik about his race. Maximizing the Aero Position video with Dave Scott on Youtube To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: none Check out the Quadrathon Podcast (to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and ...
Mar 11, 2012
Hello everyone, I'm taking this opportunity to try using my iphone to record a mini episode using ipadio. I wasn't sure how far to hold the phone away from my face so the volume might not be quite right and I didn't tweak the sound quality in any way so it is what it is. However, the purpose of this mini episode it to let you know that when I went to post episode #112 last Sunday, I found my account at Mevio had been suspended. Apparently they are going in a new direction and without any warning...
Feb 15, 2012
Welcome to Episode #112 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I talk about my marathon training, I chat with Erik about his upcoming race and about "finding your mojo", and I share some listener emails. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Geoff Bob Kate Sara Jason Check out the Quadrathon Podcast (to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon training) Gear Reviews Coming soon - Pearl Izumi trail shoe reviews! Workout So...
Feb 12, 2012
Welcome to Episode #111 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I talk a little about my training, my healthy eating plan AKA diet, winter running, and my race plans for 2012. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Keith Reggie Andy John Carlos Ben Greenfield's new Tri-Ripped program. Joe Friel Interview on Youtube Check out the Quadrathon Podcast (to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon training) Gear Reviews Coming so...
Jan 16, 2012
Welcome to Episode #110 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I talk a little about my calf strain and having the flu, then I do the second installment of my series "So You Want to be a Triathlete". In this episode, I talk about base training, swim, bike, and running drills, strength and core work, maintaining motivation, equipment, and healthy eating. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Sybil Daniel John Lizzie Dennis Janecozens...
Dec 30, 2011
Welcome to Episode #109 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik and I chat about our most recent race, and I read a few emails and give some shoutouts. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Don Reggie Carlos Megan Daniel Heidi Jodie Check out the Quadrathon Podcast (to hear Stuart and I chat about Marathon and Triathlon training) Gear Reviews Coming soon - Pearl Izumi trail shoe reviews! Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and...
Dec 04, 2011
Welcome to Episode #108 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I read some mail, talk about my training, and tell you a little more about the Furman FIRST program. Be sure to email me if you have any "getting started" tips for absolute beginners, or if you have questions for my next episode. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Michael Megan Marilyn Monica Stuart from the Quadrathon Podcast (which I will be co-hosting for awhile - ...
Nov 13, 2011
Welcome to Episode #107 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I read some mail, talk about my training, and start a new segment of the show for beginning triathletes. This is intended to be a recurring segment, every 4-6 weeks, and will cover much of the information you will need to know in order to do your first triathlon. Feel free to email with with your questions! To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Darren Todd Chad - Can Do ...
Oct 24, 2011
Welcome to Episode #106 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, I read some mail, talk about my training plans and goals, and Erik and I chat about our 10k races at the Okanagan Marathon weekend here in Kelowna. To download an mp3 of this episode, click here . Email, Voice Mail, and Race Reports from: Megan Wendy Kevin Darren Doug M. Gear Reviews Coming soon - Pearl Izumi trail shoe reviews! Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here and Now" by Great Big Sea Please feel free to leave me a ...
Oct 10, 2011
Welcome to Episode #105 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik and I talk about his Xterra race and our training goals. I share two race reports and we hear a voicemail from Stuart. To download Episode #105 to your computer, click here. Email and Race Reports : JeanneWendy Stuart from the Quadrathon Blog and Podcast Click here to join the KG Tris Podcast Listener Group on facebook. Gear Reviews Coming soon - Pearl Izumi trail shoe reviews! Workout Song Clips of the Week: "Here an...
Sep 19, 2011
Welcome to Episode #104 of the Kelownagurl Tris Podcast! In this episode, Erik and I give our Apple Triathlon race reports and I talk our tweetup with Chad, I share Sara's race report, talk about my MRI, give a few shoutouts, and talk about race anxiety. To download Episode #104 to your computer, click here. Email and Race Reports : Sara Monica F John B Chad from the Can Do Tri Podcast RebeccaRN1Weavingfool Click here to join the KG Tris Podcast Listener Group on facebook. Gear Reviews Coming so...
Aug 27, 2011
