Author Archives: Kym Zest
Curiouser and Curiouser.
I’ve had a recurring dream. It’s very simple. I’ve had it for as long as I can remember. I’m sitting on the ground with my legs extended in front of me. Then gracefully I hinge forward. My belly lies atop … Continue reading
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Tagged athletics, bodyweight training, dreams, flexibility, GMB Fitness, training, triathlon
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Down the rabbit hole.
I feel unmotivated yet restless. I have a vague sense of athletic drive that is unmoved by the thought of swimming biking or running. It’s not to say I’m leaving triathlon. I totally want to do Beach2Battleship again. Nor have … Continue reading
Slow Cooker Moroccan Lamb Stew
I ❤️ my slow cooker. It may be an obvious love in the winter, but it’s just as essential in the summer. If it’s even remotely nice out there is no way I’m going to spend the evening standing in … Continue reading
Denial felt better.
It’s been ten weeks since I shared my big boring goal. Time for an update AKA voluntary public shaming. Budgeting is to security as training is to racing. Some people like the training even without the motivation of a … Continue reading
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Tagged budgeting, goals, money, motovation, personal finance, training
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Race Dreams
I confess, I have had strange race dreams that I never disclosed here. They’ve made funny stories but I never thought much of them. Until one of them took on a life of it’s own. But let’s start with … Continue reading
Actual fun.
I had fun! Real fun. Type one fun. The kind of fun that actually feels like fun the whole time. Not the second type of fun that feels terrible until it’s over. Will and I had a little vacation before … Continue reading
Guilt and Fire Cider
“Say something clever. Ok, doesn’t have to be clever, just has to be words. Say some words. Any words will do. Oh my god. This is the longest anyone has not talked ever. There is nothing you could say to make … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Fitness, Kym Cooked, Uncategorized
Tagged drink recipes, Fire Cider, ginger, goals, habanero, health tonic, horseradish, salad dressing
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Lemon Shrimp Pilaf Improv
Last week I was going to make a simple spring meal. Just lemon, shrimp, rice, and dandelion greens. Doesn’t that sound nice? Just go with that inspiration, because things got a little out of hand. I don’t have a recipe … Continue reading
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Tagged cooking, dandelion greens, healthy cooking, lemons, pilaf, rice, shrimp, spring cooking
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The Next Goal
What’s next after last years big race? What would be a good challenge? Seeking type two fun is what make me an athlete, it’s who I am. I’m contemplating a couple races. Not another Iron Tri. Not yet. Maybe do … Continue reading
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Tagged budgeting, challenge, goals, racing, running, triathlon, Type 2 Fun
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Midwest With Zest 