Same difference...

Sean, John... whatever. I get them confused I guess.

Vuelte de Andalucia

SLB rode one of the climbs of today's stage to Torcal today and now we're parked at the top of the climb to watch the tour! Here is everyone cheering for the lead rider!

Strong Like Bull, Busy Like Beaver

Finally! A moment to myself to blog! SLB has been kicking ass this year. Everything has been completely perfect. We landed on Thursday and built the bikes right away for a 75 minute spin to shake the flight off. It's a much better move than taking a nap after the overnight flight. Friday morning I did my BIG SHOP while the SLB'ers arrived at the airport. They got settled and got on bikes while I cooked a yummy dinner.

Saturday was El Torcal and I was on sag wagon duty. It was a great day to drive and I had a lot of fun supporting the group (and giving them hell about hydrating). That route is just as beautiful, visually, as it is from the bike. It's definitely a favorite of mine.

Sunday started with me teaching yoga/core and then was Zaffaraya Day. The only day we can do this ride is on Sunday because the road is closed to traffic. It was another big and beautiful day. I'm so damn strong that I held on with the lead group for 3 hours to get to the climb. I was a bit toasted on the climb but dug deep and pushed through it. After the climb, Zaffaraya becomes the moon. I started to whine to myself about being tired and dropped back a bit. Soon, Dylan and Synjen pulled up next to me and Dylan says "come hang out". So I did. I clung to them all the way home. It was intense and I'm superhuman.

Monday was a rest day. We took the triathletes for a swim then all hung out for the morning in Archedona. After the touristy stuff, most of the group got back on the bike and I rocked out to some metal \m/ while I cooked another beautiful dinner. There were loads of compliments to the chef. I'm good at what I do, I'm not gonna lie.

Tuesday was Puerte de Leon, aka Fuente de la Reine. This is an 18k descent down to the ocean and then you turn around and go UP. I got beat by Andy the Dentist (my SLB arch-nemesis) by about a minute. I busted my ass to catch him but almost couldn't keep him in my sight. This climb has breathtaking views with a well earned cafe con leche stop at the top.

Today started with another swim. It was just John and I because everyone else is getting lazy. After that we headed out for Rute de Ruta, or Anna calls it the "Secret Magic Forest Ride". Its a fun ride to lunch through a pretty forest with a secret, sunny cafe con leche stop. After lunch its lots of climbing. It was a tough 5-hour day and I felt like a ROCK STAR. I was super strong and got to hang with the big boys again... well, once they caught up with me.

Now, we're off to a night out on the town. I get a break from cooking and can't wait to stuff my pie hole, mindfully, with paella.

I <3 Spain.

It's Season 2, Episode 1 of THE Holisticguru Show! Don't miss it!

Does this apron make my snack look sexy?

ITS FEBRUARY! Lets be honest, you BLEW your new years resolution to eat healthier and lose 30 pounds and be a better person.  Well you can either crawl into a hole and try it again for the 5th time next year or you can pull yourself together and listen to our latest show explaining why you screwed up and how you can get back on track!

Listen here.

Group Nutrition Programs with THE Holisticguru!

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Group Nutrition Programs

Starting on March 6^th, 2012 at 6:30pm

Great news! I’m now offering group health counseling programs in order

to create a more affordable option for people who would like to work with

me but can't afford $195 per month for an individual program. A group dynamic can be even more effective in that it creates added motivation and accountability.

Here are the group specifics:

* Meet bi-weekly for a 3-month period, via conference line (or in-person if enough people are interested).

* Sessions will last 90 minutes and will be at the same scheduled time,

every other week.

* Topics will focus on creating lasting healthy eating and lifestyle habits and

will cater to the specific group (a group via a tri coach will include training/

racing nutrition).

* Each session will include notes and handouts for the discussion and will

end with setting group action steps to focus on until the next meeting.

The cost of the group program will be $75 per person per month (or $200 in full). Space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. This group will meet on Tuesday evenings (bi-weekly), over-the-phone, from 6:30pm -8pm and begins on Tuesday, March 6th 2012.  Email me right away for more information, or to sign up! christine@liveandeatbetter.com

Nutrition Resolutions: FREE Event!

Guys! I'm giving an in-person talk next Monday! It's like a podcast, except that you go to a physical place and I stand there in front of you and tell you things that I would tell you on a podcast.  But this is better in some ways, like: 1) You get to look at me 2) You get to participate and ask questions 3) You get to check out my favorite tri store, Jackrabbit Sports! Here are the details:

Did you totally blow it with your nutritional New Year's resolution? Do you need some advice on setting EFFECTIVE and LASTING nutritional goals?  Do you want guidance on the most important dietary changes for YOU?

Come to Jackrabbit Sports for your FREE second chance to RESOLVE your diet and for tips on how to get it right!

It's not too late.  This powerful, goal-setting event could change your entire relationship with food.

When: Monday, January 30th from 6:30- 8pm

Where: Jackrabbit Sports 140 West 72nd Street, New York, NY

How much: *FREE*

*For more information on Jackrabbit Sport's Resolve Campaign, visit: www.jackrabbitsports.com

Who Wants My Cannondale?

I'm selling my SuperSix! I bought it new at the end of 2010. I love this bike but I got a new one for Christmas!

This is the road bike I went 8th on at Beach 2 Battleship 140.6. It's all carbon and only $1000. I'm selling it so cheap because I have too many bikes in my apartment and I want to find it a good home before Spainuary (February 7th). Now accepting applicants! ;)

Here is a link to more specs.