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Caffeine-Free (And Not Loving It)

I gave up caffeine about three months ago. I still hate myself for doing that. I did it because I had to. Sleep was getting more difficult to enjoy in periods longer than two hours at a time. Caffeine is the only legal drug that most athletes can still enjoy and not have to worryContinue reading “Caffeine-Free (And Not Loving It)”

And We’re Off! With An Espresso Boost, Of Course

The racing season is underway. One trail race, one asphalt race, and one swim meet are in the books. Coming up: another trail race and two asphalt races, and four swim meets in five months’ time. I am packing it in with doses of the athlete’s little helper: espresso and cappuccino. The Husband and IContinue reading “And We’re Off! With An Espresso Boost, Of Course”