Think back on your favorite bike ride. Are you on an open road, warm sun on your back with a content happy feeling in your heart? Did you meet a challenging part of your route with an open mind? Imagine riding with supportive like-minded women on a Read more…
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.This wise observation was made by Abraham Lincoln (whose birthday was just this past Sunday). It seems fitting to share the thought after we've all celebrated Valentine's Day, a day when we Read more…
I have just returned from a Girls on the Run conference and it's hard to keep my feet on the ground, so elated am I about what I've learned and what's to come. Here are a few reasons why. First, there's a new Girls on the Run song and video. This really Read more…
Nimble Cooking, my new cookbook, was launched on 11/11/2011. The book is a collection of delicious recipes I've developed over the years from a lifetime of cooking with wonderful people all over the world. Besides some tasty entrees, salads and Read more…
As a coach, one of the most important tools you're given is your voice. Athletes are trained to listen to your words, or not. The coach's voice can become the motivator, or demotivator in some cases. In my own experience as a new athlete, my coaches' Read more…
The Ukiah Triathlon Training program starts on July 6th, so you have a couple of weeks to squeeze in a little training that will get you ready to take on the challenge. This week’s tips are three core exercises you can perform prior to the start of the Read more…
If you are thinking about joining the Ukiah Triathlon Training program that starts on July 6th, you may be wondering if you are ready to take on the challenge. The training starts in just three weeks and you want to feel comfortable and confident on the Read more…
Sleep may be more important than you ever imagined. A lack of sleep may be costing you more than you think each day and here are a few reasons why:1. Studies have shown that people function best after seven to eight hours of sleep, the amount associated Read more…
As a working person in modern-day life, I'm busy. We're all busy. We're juggling it all in a world where information bombards us and expects action by the minute. As a self-described neurotic mother of active grade schoolers, I'm frantic. I've noticed Read more…
New Year's Resolutions. Remember those hopes you had at the beginning of the year for how you might improve yourself or your life? And now it's Spring and what progress have you made? If you're like me, well, you may not have much to show yet for all Read more…
On Sunday, I completed my first marathon at the Rock 'n' Roll Arizona. I consider it a success because I had so much fun that I want to do another one sometime. I am one of those people who had said, "I will never do a marathon. Never." As my dear Read more…
Last Friday, on a pre-dawn run, one of our own Nimble TLC's (a volunteer mentor) was brutally attacked by a man armed with a blunt object. She fought back, suffered a broken arm and other injuries, but thank heavens, she is strong, fit and got away. We Read more…
It's a beautiful day for Fondo riders. Best of luck to organizers, riders and volunteers - be safe and most of all, have fun. Read more…
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…