When I was eleven, I saved up enough money to buy my first album - it was a double: the soundtrack from the movie "Grease." Although as a child, I never saw the movie, I knew every note of that soundtrack - from the Rydell Fight Song to the terrible Read more…
The good life - getting to bed the night before a triathlon, knowing that you're as prepared as you can be. The Jill team from Sonoma County is doing the Trek Women's Triathlon in the morning, and life is good. Knowing we have strong support with family Read more…
Somehow June is upon us and there's so much to do! Where did the time go? Is it really time to register for camp? Or make plans for 4th of July?? I've spoken to many folks, who've said things like "I've been meaning to sign up for ......" or "This Read more…
When we launched our first programs a few years ago, our goal was to create a place for women to achieve physical fitness goals in a fun, non-competitive, motivating and positive environment. Our vision was to change the world one athlete at a Read more…
? I hate to say it, but "Happy Holidays!" Yes, it's that time. In response to these days, we've put together some options for you to stay sane and stay fit, all priced to fit into your end of year budget.First, it's the "Survive Read more…
Levi's Fondo was a success all around and we've got Nimble photos to prove it...starting with our dancing pink butterfly balloon. Hats off to our Jills who trained with us for 16+ weeks and had a super day of it: Sarah G. doing the Medio (Go, Sarah!), Read more…
An amazing day at Levi's Gran Fondo. We were blessed with mild weather and fairly quiet roads. Congratulations to all of the riders who did the distance (all 3) , thanks to the sponsors and to the 600+ volunteers (coordinated by the amazing Shannon). Read more…
As triathlon season comes to a close, are you wondering what comes next? We've come up with a few ideas. We've got two events we suggest you keep on your "radar": Disney's Princess Half Marathon, March 7, 2010 and Barb's Race, July 31, 2010. The Read more…
As September ends and the last triathlon events of the season in October draw nearer, it's time to reflect on the amazing year we've had, despite all of the economic turbulence and uncertainty out there. Jills remain nimble of mind, body and spirit and Read more…
In less than 8 hours, women doing the Barb's Race will be starting their race day by wading into the Russian River and waiting for their wave to go. They will swim 1.2 miles - half of it against the gentle current, the other half with it. There's a Read more…
Early June is a bittersweet time of year. Grade promotions occur. Graduations are happening. Mothers who have tenderly nurtured their young for years watch their "baby" cross over the threshold into adulthood. There is a sense of a chapter closing, a Read more…
I awakened this morning and felt something new in my soul. Lately, it's been difficult to wake up without feeling anxious, wondering, "What bad news will I hear today?' It's a challenge not to feel overwhelmed with all that needs to be done, and all that Read more…