Author Archives: Elise

About Elise

I am a PhD student, runner, cook, and a blogger I stride to find a healthy balance between studies, healthy eating, exercise and fun. My blog, PhD Strides, is an account of my journey towards earning my PhD.

Happy Mother’s Day

Posted on May 13, 2012

Momma, Thank you for 25 1/2 years of love, support and opportunities. I wouldn’t be the woman I am today without you. Thank you for years of driving me to music lessons, girl scouts, soccer games, cross country ski meets, … Continue reading →

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And So It Begins: BigK2012

Posted on May 7, 2012

Today marks the beginning of my 18 week journey that ends at the finish line of the Big Kahuna Half Ironman Race in Santa Cruz, CA on September 9. Talk about taking on a huge time commitment. As a grad … Continue reading →

Posted in California, Challenge, Dairy Free, fitness, Gluten Free, Goals, health, racing, Triathlon | Tagged big kahuna, calnaturale, cycling, goals, graduate school, half ironman, nuun, races, Running, Santa Cruz, summer, swimming, training, training plan, triathlon | 6 Comments

The B2B Half Mary Challenge (Part 2)

Posted on May 6, 2012

Continued from Part 1… So I finished the SC Half with a 1:57:27. I wasn’t thrilled, but had pretty much set myself up to believe that a PR wasn’t going to happen this time around. So, the second half marathon … Continue reading →