HAPPY NEW YEAR

HAPPY NEW YEAR, thank you for all the help, support in 08. It was a good year and Im looking forward to a better one in 09. Stay healthy, all the best, cheers --- Kjell

GUTEN Rutsch, ...

and get well into 2009. All the best --- Kjell

had one

I wish I had one right now. To find an Erdinger here in the Northwest is mission impossible. To bad --- Kjell

true

Very true: "Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” [author: Lou Holtz] --- Kjell

rain

What is this. It is raining after two weeks of snow, the temperatures went up to 36 and its raining here in Coeur d´Alene--- Kjell

Ceepo becomes Ironman's Official Bicycle Partner

The official press-release on ironman.com: "Ironman is pleased to announce its new licensing deal with Ceepo, a triathlon-focused bicycle company recognized for its innovative designs. The agreement establishes Ceepo as the "Official Bicycle Partner" via a multi-year global licensing deal, with new branded product available beginning January, 2009. Additional models, such as the Ironman "Viper" will be released late spring, with the Ironman "Katana" to follow in Summer." [source: ironman] Good job Joe --- Kjell

Family dinner

I know my family is having the traditional Christmasdinner today. Enjoy and I call later Kjell

Marley&me

We watched Marley&me tonight. "Synopsis
Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston go to the dogs with Marley & Me, a tale of a couple forced to deal with a troublesome Labrador retriever. The Devil Wears Prada's David Frankel directs the adaptation of John Grogan's best-seller by screenwriters ..." [source: Marley & Me] It is such a fun movie! You need to see it --- Kjell

MERRY CHRISTMAS

MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone:
"Never worry about the size of your Christmas tree. In the eyes of children, they are all 30 feet tall." [source: Larry Wilde]
Have a wonderfull time --- Kjell

missing ...

home and family allot. This will be a different year --- Kjell

Indy - Santa

Indy hates it, we think it is cute for a little while --- Kjell

what shall I do in 09

An good suggestions out there. Still don´t really know what I do in 09. Wanna get settled soon --- Kjell

WINTER and so much snow

The snow is getting more and more, plus the temps are so far down. We needed to fix something for Indy to fight the cold. Happy running --- Kjell

snow snow snow and its cold

We are makeing records in minutes here in the Northwest. Most snow in 24h for many many years, low temperatures. Here thats what you find those days about the area: "Record 12.5" Snow yesterday (150% more than old record of 5"). 17" total snow for the last 30 hours and still snowing. This is Interstate 90." [source: weatherUnderground] But it is still very pretty --- Kjell

CEEPO and the WTC

Doesnt realy surprise me. CEEPO bikes is now working with the WTC: "Tampa Bay, FL (December 18, 2008) – Ironman is pleased to announce its new licensing deal with Ceepo, a triathlon-focused bicycle company recognized for its innovative designs. The agreement establishes Ceepo as the “Official Bicycle Partner” via a multi-year global licensing deal, with new branded product available beginning January 2009. Additional models, such as the Ironman “Viper” and the Ironman “Katana” will be released in late spring." [source: press release by Mr. Nobuyuki Tanaka] Im riding Ceepo from the very beginning, nowone knew Ceepo then. I rode on the Killerprototype in Kona in 2006. Im happy for CEEPO and Mr. Nobuyuki Tanaka "Joe" --- Kjell

footprint II

Very true "Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart." Thanks for every footprint from the ones who left them in my heart --- Kjell

footprints

"One who walks in another's tracks leaves no footprints." Indys prints! We all should leave them behind --- Kjell

Snowfun

Indy is having so much fun in the Snow. Well we are too, but it is her first snowexperience. Its cold, but we dont care --- Kjell

MEDIA

Im in our local newspaper [Niendorfer Wochenblatt 11.12.2008, page 14 WEB]: Im glad its over and I can rest for 2009 --- Kjell

Ironman HI finaly ...

The Ironman HI race made it finaly on TV. Other sports have hours of livecouverage, but Ironman, well just a couple month later --- Kjell

one more ...

I just mailed out my papers for another pro year in 2009. This will be my 3rd and I got better every year, Making the experience and learning from them helps --- Kjell

Chris is traveling way more

Im impressed by the travelshedule Chris is doing. Im allready tired of beeing in the plain. Cheers Chris and enjoy your time home --- Kjell

finaly: "30th Anniversary Ford Ironman World Championship airs on NBC"

Finally, the 30th Anniversary Ford Ironman World Championship airs on NBC. I will have a look. Even it is like 2 month late --- Kjell

Great job Curt

Blakes very good family friend Curt had a very nice opening ceremony, regarding his arcitectur projekt in Portland: "Mayor-elect Sam Adams Does Not Have a Shy Bladder" Good job Curt --- Kjell

WMM

Have a look at these Marathon Team. The five major Marathon are now a Team. I ran one of them --- Kjell

HAPPY Birthday Sandy

Its Sandy May´s Birthday today. Im sure she will enjoy my stories from my run yesterday. I hope you have a fun day. All the best --- Kjell

recouver

I soo tired and done (results). Well most of the day, I will travel so I can rest my legs. It was a long and hard (I would say the hardest I have done!) challenge, but I did it in 8:50h allot longer than I expected. I will post my experience later. Thanks to Paul and Cathy for the place to stay and all the help of course. My statement for 50mile run, with about 10.000feet elevation is = This was a ride through hell and back. Have a fun sunday --- Kjell

running

Im doing it (50miles in San Francisco) today and I guess I will think about this quote: "If you have to go through hell, just keep going!" I will for sure --- Kjell

50miles tomorrow

I gonna do it: "Never Stop Exploring
In 2008, The North Face® Endurance Challenge again welcomes you to run farther than you ever have. Whether you're an aspiring 10K trail runner or an elite ultramarathoner looking to boost your performance, The North Face® Endurance Challenge holds something meaningful for you. Every event offers four epic distances: 10K, Half Marathon, 50K, and 50-Mile. Explore your potential." [source: Northface.com] And this is a nice motivation aswell. Thanks to Paul and Cathy for letting me stay at their place. --- Kjell

Leaving for the race ...

Im leaving from Spokane, to travel to CA for the Northface Endurance Challenge. I will do the 50miler. This will be my first race over that distance. Im excited and looking in forward to run fast --- Kjell

WOW

"HONOLULU -- Thousands of runners are training for the Honolulu Marathon, which is in three weeks. KITV's Dick Allgire met a 90-year-old great-grandmother who is training to set a world record. Gladys Burrill is in training for her fifth Honolulu Marathon" [source: kitv.com] Keep on running --- Kjell

Advent

Its time for Advent: "Advent (from the Latin word adventus, meaning "coming") is a season of the Christian church, the period of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Jesus, in other words, the period immediately before Christmas. It is the beginning of the Western Christian year and commences on Advent Sunday." [source: wikipedia] I will enjoy it --- Kjell

new MacBook

Im playing and learning with my new MacBook. It is defently fun. Thanks to Biestmilch, they sold me the Laptop. Cheers --- Kjell

In 6 Days

Well in 6days, I gonna suffer again. I decided to do my first Ultrarace. I will fly down to San Francisco on Thursday and do the North Face Ultrachallenge. It is a 50 Mile run race. Lets see, Im ready --- Kjell

Travelday

Another travelday. I went back to Moscow, ID USA. I gonna miss my family and Hamburg!!! In Moscow Im getting ready for my next big challenge. Im ready --- Kjell

My day and Christmasmarkets in HH

Its my Birthday today. Thanks for all the good wishes.
Later we all went into a couple Christmas markets in Hamburg. And of course we had some warm wine. Thanks --- Kjell

Hamburg Dungeon

We went to see some art in Hamburg and we where successfull. Later we went to walk though the Hamburg Dungeon. It was my first time and that Museum, Entertainment thing is so much fun --- Kjell

Happy Birthday

Hey Dylan!
Happy Birthday: Hope you have a fun day --- Kjell

Berlin, Berlin ...

Well we went to Berlin and I had an appointment at the embassy. I did allot of work, without any result. The person at the embassy looked about 2 minutes at my papers and it was a NO. But at least we had some fun after the visite. We saw the Brandburger Gate, the memorial and the Sony Center. Im bummed --- Kjell

Hagenbecks ZOO

Hagenbeck was so much fun: "This green oasis in the centre of Hamburg is a popular day-trip destination whatever the weather. Whether you choose to visit alone, with your partner, or with your children, Hagenbeck’s Zoo has something for everyone. Its panoramic views and open-air enclosures are world-famous. The Zoo is home to 1,850 animals from all over the world and we have bred many species threatened with extinction with great success. Orangutans, Asian Elephants and Giant Otters from South America have all found sanctuary at Hagenbeck."[source: hagenbeck.de] Im so cold now --- Kjell

Hamburger DOM - HH fair

It was fun. We all went to the Hamburg fair and enjoyed some rides and the food. A good start in a bussy week --- Kjell

HAMBURG

Im back in my hometown HAMBURG. Hamburg meine Perle. Freu mich riesig wieder mal zu Hause zu sein. Hope I see everyone --- Kjell

On the road ...

Im back in a plain and traveling home to Hamburg. This is so exciting and I cannot wait to see my family --- Kjell

Hits

Wow I just googled myself for fun and got 428 hits. I know other have thousands, but ... --- Kjell

Biestmilch is planing 09

"Here are some impression from our meeting in Poysdorf, Austria without comment, they talk for themselves, don’t they..." - the do --- Kjell

challenge it ...

Have a look at this trailer. It makes me wanna go outside and run right now --- Kjell

miles, miles miles

I ran allot last week. Overall I came up to 94miles. Thats quite a number. I have not ran that much for a while. But it feels good --- Kjell

Moscow to Hamburg ...

Im back on the road very soon. We (Blake, Deborah, Dylan and me) travel back home to Hamburg. Im doing some to dos right now and of course start to pack. Cannot wait to see my mom, my sister my grandmo and everyone at home --- Kjell

Vandals vs BSU

The town was packed today. I did a long run and saw yellow/black or orange/blue everywhere. It was football weekend and we went down to have a look. It was fun, but so cold --- Kjell

cold, colder ...

I did my long run early this morning. At it was sooo cold. It was 21F in Coeur d Alene. I know compare to what will come, thats not to bad. But I devently need to get used to it. Happy winter --- Kjell

the weather

Today was a crazy day, if you watched the weather. We had sun, rain, clouds, cold, warm the whole thing. I had no idea what to wear for my training. Well if that is my only problem, I know --- Kjell

same question again ...

Same question, that I ask myself every offseason for the last two year. Shall I get the elite licence or not? But this year has been a good one, even with the two dns. That hurts, but the other two big races where very good. So I'm pretty sure I get it. And of course I will talk to Blake about it. Lets go for it --- Kjell

Bussy day, mom - right?

Well today is [11:11am]: "Carnival is a festive season which occurs immediately before Lent; the main events are usually during February and March. Carnival typically involves a public celebration or parade combining some elements of a circus and public street party. People often dress up or masquerade during the celebrations." and that is allot of work for my mom. She is a elementry school teacher. You do it again, mom --- Kjell

Congratulations Macca

Chris Mccormack (Macca) won the Halfdistance within the Silverman. Well done, cheers --- Kjell

Silverman

The Silverman in Nevada (USA) was on today. I know that Macca was there and did the half again. Hope everyone had fun and a good time. Cheers --- Kjell

The danger of stress ... read it

"The danger of stress – stress impairs immunity" [source: Biestmilch-seven] You need to read this arictle, because well all have stress and helps to understand stress. So take it easy today --- Kjell

Thanks Sandy

Thanks Sandy, for sending me this. It is so much fun and beeing away from Hamburg, it gives a good feeling to see this picture: Hope all is well in your running group and Pacers. Cheer --- Kjell

Congratulations to Uwe

Good Job Uwe. he just finshed 5th in Florida and qualified for Hawaii 09. Have a fun Winter and stay helathy, best regards --- Kjell

Congratulations Philipp

I totally forgot that Philipp did the Great Floridian Triathlon. He did a great job and finished 2nd overall, well done and a fun recouvery --- Kjell

ELECTION DAY

It is election day here in the USA. We have to drive to Coeur d´Alene, because Blake is registered there and even with allot to do she wanna vote. That is a good thing. Lets see how it goes --- Kjell

five straight ...

Five straight weekends of Ironman coverage on Versus. I defently have a look. Even most Events are month and month old, but it is still on --- Kjell

Ironman Florida

Ironman Florida was on yesterday. And Petr amazes me. He did is 12th Ironman this year and got in 3rd, with a hard field. Congratulation Petr --- Kjell

Indy

Indy our Dog just got spayed. She is tired and just wanna sleep. Everything else is fine and that is important. We love you Indy --- Kjell

Happy Halloween

HAPPY HALLOWEEN: "Halloween (or Hallowe’en) is an international holiday celebrated on October 31. Halloween activities include trick-or-treating, ghost tours, bonfires, costume parties, visiting haunted attractions, carving jack-o'-lanterns, reading scary stories, and watching horror movies. Irish immigrants carried versions of the tradition to North America in the nineteenth century. Other western countries embraced the holiday in the late twentieth century. Halloween is celebrated in several countries of the Western world, most commonly in the United States, Canada, Ireland, Puerto Rico, Japan, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and at times in parts of Australia. In Sweden the All Saints' official holiday takes place on the first Saturday of November." [source: Wikipedia] Have fun and get scared --- Kjell

Thanks Sandy, this one is good too: "I've learned that you can keep going long after you think you can't." [author: Joan Te] Discovered that many times --- Kjell

Meike Krebs

Meike Krebs Interview on Hawaii, have a look: "Meike Krebs zum ersten Mal in Kona dabei: »Man kann nur Fehler machen«" Well done --- Kjell

patience ...

Thanks to Sandy for another good quote: "A marathon is a race of patience." [author: Linda Kennedy] True --- Kjell

Positive Bilanz: „Eiserne Transparenz“

Positive Bilanz: „Eiserne Transparenz“
28.10.2008
„Eiserne Transparenz“ – IRONMAN-Veranstalter, NADA und DTU ziehen positive Bilanz Nach einem Jahr Anti-Doping-Programm „Eiserne Transparenz“ ziehen die Vertragsparteien Xdream Sports & Events (IRONMAN-Veranstalter in Deutschland), NADA (Nationale Anti Doping Agentur) und DTU (Deutsche Triathlon-Union) eine positive Bilanz. [source: dtu-info] Its a good thing --- Kjell

Well done Paul

Dear Paul,
well done. You did another one and Happy BD. Hope you had some fun hours and Im so sorry I couldnt be there. We do it soon again, for sure. All the best Kjell

Frank Vytrisal über Erwartungen und Enttäuschungen

Have a look: "Frank Vytrisal über Erwartungen und Enttäuschungen" [source: Biestmilch-seven] Well done Frank --- Kjell

I preferred failure to ...

"Chris McCormack: I preferred failure to a mechanical defect." [source: Biestmilch-seven] Very strong person and I like his statement allot --- Kjell

Cannot go

Sorry Paul! I cannot come, this is hard --- Kjell

Marine Corp Marathon

Im getting ready to leave for Washington DC. I´ll be running the Marine Corp Marathon with Paul on Sunday. I love the area, looking in forward to see family and friends --- Kjell

Why not someday

After all the talk to Chris, Susann and others on Hawaii, I will change my focus a little and wanna do some fun things in the future. Like the Ultraman, why not --- Kjell

Did the race turn you into a biest?

"Kona, Hawaii 2008; at the entrance to the award ceremony on Sunday, October 12 we did our last podcast. The race was tough, whether it was tougher than last year is difficult to say. As a spectator one observes that briefly after the race athletes always consider the respective race as the toughest ever. Hawaii is challenging and demanding, every year, and each year got something special, something that turns either athlete or course into a biest." [source: Biestmilch-seven] I get into a Biest, going into the bathrooms, so bad --- Kjell

Cold

It feels cold here in Moscow. Ok after beeing 3 weeks on Hawaii, no wonder why --- Kjell

Back in Idaho

I´m back in Idaho and man its cold. After 85-90F, I got smashed in the fall/winter. My first stop is Coeur d´Alene where Blake will pick me up. Cannot wait for that. On the weekend we will hit out to Moscow and study german and I will start on the pictures and material from the three weeks on Hawaii. Need to get a few main things done --- Kjell

Ist was dran ...

... an diesem Bericht über Fahrverhalten, ist was dran. Gute Reise --- Kjell

I met it ...

... I mean the Biest. Here impressions from Athlets in Kona, the day before the Ironman. Our podcast Team asked the question: "Did you met the Biest?" It is fun --- Kjell

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM

MOM all the best, I love you and hope you have tons of fun in the future. Enjoy your vacation and remember: "Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that the people who have the most live the longest." [Author: Larry Lorenzoni] Have a great day, love you mom --- Kjell

AG Worldchamp

Daniel Schmoll made it, he is AG Worldchamp. Congratulations --- Kjell

They didnt get the chance ...

... to do it again! They ran together in one of their last trainingsessions[source: Biestmilch-channel], but yesterday everything went differently. Chris (Macca) hat to dnf (did not finish) his race, because of an technical defect. Wasnt the same race Chris, go for next year --- Kjell

IRONMAN HAWAII 2008

Just "Deal with it!"
All the bes to nicole, meike, macca, frank and everyone taking the challenge in Kona 2008. For us from Biestmilch, will this be a fun and relaxing day --- Kjell

... feeling good ...?

"Ironman Hawaii, 2008: How do athletes know that they are feeling good for the race?" [source: Biestmilch.com] Im tired --- Kjell

Its time

Its time to do it. We did our stuff and now its time for the athlets to work hard. The Ironman Worldchampionships 2008 are held on Hawaii. Have a look --- Kjell

Chris McCormack and Nicole Leder in: »The message in the bottle«

The Biest-Team on Hawaii: "Last year Nicole and Chris acted in »the last booster on the island«. This was a way out activity because none of our stuff had arrived on Big Island. So, we had to cancel our launch activities. This year everything is very different. Tees, swim caps, biestmilch everything came here in time. This gave us the possibility to catch up this year. Last week we met with Nicole, Chris, Meike, Frank and Daniel on the beach to do some filming. Below the result of our get- together." [source: Biestmilch-Seven] What is your message --- Kjell

biest ya body

Tätowieren (das Tattoo kann auch abwaschbar sein wie unser Biest-Tattoo) oder bemalen Sie Ihren Körper, schießen Sie ein Foto und reichen Sie es auf www.biestyabody.com ein. Jeder im Alter zwischen Null und Unendlich kann an dem Wettbewerb teilnehmen. Der Wettbewerb ist offen. Sie können die Motive, mit denen Sie Ihren Körper tätowieren oder bemalen frei wählen. Sie können aber auch Biester und Schmetterlinge von Biestmilch.com verwenden. Für Tattoos wenden Sie sich an uns: biestyabody@biestmilch.com Einsendeschluss ist der 30. April 2009 - Ich bin schon dabei --- Kjell

my backpack ...

Thanks to Takashi Saito, he found my backpack on a Japanese webside. I was using my backpack during the promotion of the Ironman Germany for Biestmilch. Thats funny --- Kjell

Swim caps in the bus

What we do on Big Island: "Swim caps in the bus" Its allot, but fun --- Kjell

What we do ...

We do this: "Here you have the proof that Hawaii is not just palm trees and beaches, but has also got huge areas of farmland. It is a place were you can experience the origin of life and species at the vulcano and find the cattle that is the very origin of our biestmilch. The term origin has a lot to do with biestmilch (colostrum). It is the essence that helps all mammals to live and survive." and plenty more. Just watch for us --- Kjell

that was something

Wow, that was something. Yesterday I went out with the Biestmilch Team for a shot and getting ready for it, I saw and heard someone struggeling at the Turtelbeach in Kona. So I jumped in a tried to calm down that guy with a local dude. I never thought about it and my shoulder and afterwards it felt good, honestly --- Kjell

you can feel it

It is crazy. You can feel the economy issues that are going at the moment. It effects everything everywhere. Hotels, restaurants and shops close and the people do basic businesses again. Like selling flowers or fruits on the streets here on Hawaii. It makes me think about even more --- Kjell

me working behind the team two

I took this picture. Thats our work here on Hawaii aswell. Couver each other during work: "Hawaii, the Second, team at work" More tomorrow --- Kjell

What we do ...

Aloha, I got asked, what we do here. Have a look: "Hawaii, the First: The Making of the Biest//Booster Jacket" Im tired and havent done anything but work, eat and sleep so far --- Kjell

Fun quote

I just found this fun quote: "If you're going through hell, keep going." [author: Winston Churchill] I mailed it to Chris, get it works for his Ironman preperation quite well. Cheers mate --- Kjell

Volcano activites on Hawaii

Well its different here on Hawaii:
Recent Kilauea Status Reports, Updates, and Information Releases
HAWAIIAN VOLCANO OBSERVATORY DAILY UPDATE
Sunday, September 28, 2008 07:23 HST (Sunday, September 28, 2008 17:23 UTC)KILAUEA VOLCANO (CAVW#1302-01-)

19.42°N 155.29°W, Summit Elevation 4091 ft (1247 m)
Volcano Alert Level: WATCH / Aviation Color Code: ORANGE

Activity Summary for last 24 hours: There have been no significant changes. Sulfur dioxide emission rates from both the Halema`uma`u and Pu`u `O`o vents remain high; tephra production continues from the Halema`uma`u vent. Lava resumed flow to the ocean west of Kalapana. [source: HVO Kilauea Status]

Indy - get better ...

Indy our (Blakes and my) dog is sick. We dont know whats going on, but I cannot stand it not beeing there. She is back home and Blake has to watch her. Thank you Babe for doing that. Love you so much.
"You are in our thoughts,
and we're all
hoping that you will be
enjoying better health again soon." [imag-e-nation] Get better Indy, your mom, dad and savanah. love --- Kjell

controll ...

Thanks Sandy for another good quote:"You can't control your level of talent, but you can control your level of effort." [Thomas Blake] True --- Kjell

Cedar house

We finaly arrived on Big Island. Our base is the beautiful Cedar house, near the Captain cook bay. Lets get the Hawaii project started --- Kjell

In San Francisco

We made it to San Francisco yesterday and will leave for Hawaii today. Im looking in forward to the island, the athmosphere and the stuff to do. Realy --- Kjell

Happy Birthday

Dear Grandmo, happy birthday and sorry Im not there. I love you --- your Kjell

not singing

Im with the team and back on the road. A normal statement at the moment for me. Have a look at Singing the Autumn Blues! Lets get rolling --- Kjell

Getting ready to leave

Im packed again and will leave after a run with a friend and of cours saying goodbye to everyone here home in Hamburg. This was a little crazy --- Kjell

I miss you

Babe I miss you: ... of course you Indy too and Savanah --- Kjell

Arrived in Hamburg

Im back in Hamburg for a few days. I love my airport here in Hamburg. That is useally my favourite running-route. Excactly 21k one loop. Dont think I have time for that --- Kjell

on the road again

Today at 5:35am I started my trip back to Hamburg and it will be another long journey: Spokane ID USA to Seattle WA USA to San Francisco CA USA to Calgary Canada to London GB to Hamburg and finaly home. I will miss you Blake, love you --- Kjell

not the end ...

Found this quote online and I like it allot: "Everything will be ok in the end. If it's not ok, it's not the end." [author: unknown] Keep searching --- Kjell

Ironman Hawaii preview

The first preview for the Ironman Hawaii 2008, the 30th Anniversary. Have a look on Tri2b: "Am 11. Oktober ist es wieder so weit. In Kailua-Kona wird kurz nach Sonnenaufgang der Startschuss zum wohl immer noch sagenumwobensten und prestigeträchtigsten Triathlon der Welt – dem IRONMAN Hawaii - gegeben. Seit 1978 findet dann das Rennen über die 226 unendlich langen Kilometer statt ..." I will be there in a few days --- Kjell

Still here in ...

Moscow: "After settlers arrived in 1871, the town became know as "Paradise Valley". In 1877, Samuel Neff filed for a postal permit under the name of Moscow because the area reminded him of his home town of Moscow, Pennsylvania.
In 1875, the city's first store was opened on what is now Main Street. Moscow grew with the arrival of the railroad in 1885. The town became incorporated in 1887 and was later chosen as the site for a land-grant institution, the University of Idaho. Idaho achieved statehood in 1890." [source: moscow.com] Cute little town --- Kjell

... lets do it!

"... preparations run on high gear. It is about time to start to introduce our plans to you. There will be the kick-off of a contest we call »biest ya’ body«. Everybody is eligible to take part as long as he or she is ready to give the biest a platfrom on him and her body. Tottoos you can get from us biestyabody@biestmilch.com, but you may as well paint. More details will be available from the beginning of October on biestyabody.com." Lets do it --- Kjell

Good to know

"Extremsport schädigt Erbgut nicht!
Sport ist Mord - das denken viele, wenn sie an die Strapazen des Langstrecken-Triathlons Ironman denken. Tatsächlich erhöht extremer Ausdauersport den oxidativen Stress der Zellen. Doch überraschenderweise nimmt die DNA dabei keinen Schaden, wie Forscher nun herausgefunden haben. ..." [source: Spiegel Wissen] Hätte auch bei anderem Ausgang der Studie nicht aufgehört --- Kjell

Great Stuff

This is great stuff and we god through allot. Its better than real pop and taste allot better, I think. Its Fresca! Happy hydration --- Kjell

Think about South Africa

Warum nicht nach Südafrika in 2009? "Trainieren in Südafrika heißt, das Land aktiv erleben. Durch die verschiedenen Radtouren erzielt ihr nicht nur einen Trainingseffekt. Vielmehr habt ihr die Gelegenheit das Land in seiner ganzen Schönheit pur zu erleben. Dazu bieten wir euch ein umfangreiches Begleitprogramm und führen euch zu den schönsten Plätzen rund um Kapstadt." [source: Sauerland-team] Happy training --- Kjell

The Don't Quit Poem

I like this trailer on Youtube: "The Don't Quit Poem" Think positive --- Kjell

Cool pictures from Wiesbaden

Dear Susann, these are great pictures from Wiesbaden. Correct sometimes its just great to be friday: "Twilight of the gods" Hope you have a good weekend --- Kjell

Big news - "WTC sold to private equity firm"

"Ironman Triathlon's new owner is Providence Equity Securities. In a sale completed within the last 48 hours, World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) transferred all its equity to a new corporation called World Endurance Holdings.
Providence Equity is large, as private equity firms go, with total committed capital of $21 billion. It specializes in media and entertainment. Its holdings include a large commitment to television, and one recent acquisition was all of Clear Channel's TV stations. It also owns a variety of cable providers, as well as Univision, the largest Spanish network in the U.S. The firm owns Warner Music, and the MGM brand along with theater chains." [source: slowtwitch] Lets see --- Kjell

... hope it is true...

This was beautiful, hope it is true!
A little girl went to her bedroom and pulled a glass jelly jar from its hiding place in the closet. She poured the change out on the floor and counted it carefully. Three times, even. The total had to be exactly perfect. No chance here for mistakes.
Carefully placing the coins back in the jar and twisting on the cap, she slipped out the back door and made her way 6 blocks to Rexall's Drug Store with the big red Indian Chief sign above the door.
She waited patiently for the pharmacist to give her some attention, but he was too busy at this moment. Tess twisted her feet to make a scuffing noise. Nothing. She cleared her throat with the most disgusting sound she could muster. No good. Finally she took a quarter from her jar and banged it on the glass counter. That did it!
'And what do you want?' the pharmacist asked in an annoyed tone of voice. I'm talking to my brother from Chicago whom I haven't seen in ages,' he said without waiting for a reply to his question.
'Well, I want to talk to you about my brother,' Tess answered back in the same ! annoyed tone. 'He's really, really sick...and I want to buy a miracle.'
'I beg your pardon?' said the pharmacist.
'His name is Andrew and he has something bad growing inside his head and my Daddy says only a miracle can save him now. So how much does a miracle cost?'
'We don't sell miracles here, little girl. I'm sorry but I can't help you ,' the pharmacist said, softening a little. 'Listen, I have the money to pay for it. If it isn't enough, I will get the rest. Just tell me how much it costs.'
The pharmacist's brother was a well dressed man. He stooped down and asked the little girl, 'What kind of a miracle does your brother need?'
'I don't know,' Tess replied with her eyes welling up. I just know he's really sick and Mommy says he needs an operation. But my Daddy can't pay for it, so I want to use my money.'
'How much do you have?' asked the man from Chicago .
'One dollar and eleven cents,' Tess answered barely audibly.
'And it's all the money I have, but I can get some more if I need to.'
'Well, what a coincidence,' smiled the man.! 'A dollar and eleven cents---the exact price of a miracle for little brothers.'
He took her money in one hand and with the other hand he grasped her mitten and said, 'Take me to where you live. I want to see your brother and meet your parents. Let's see if I have the miracle you need.'
That well dressed man was Dr. Carlton Armstrong, a surgeon, specializing in neuro-surgery. The operation was completed free of charge and it wasn't long until Andrew was home again and doing well. Mom and Dad were happily talking about the chain of events that had led them to this place. 'That surgery, her Mom whispered, was a real miracle. I wonder how much it would have cost?'
Tess smiled. She knew exactly how much a miracle cost...one dollar and eleven cents....plus the faith of a little child.
In our lives, we never know how many miracles we will need. [source: unknown]
Thanks Deborah for sending me this story --- Kjell

"Avoid Mental Self-destruction"

I found this articel and liked it allot, so I wanna share it: "Mentally Focus on the Positive, Create a Positive Reality. In addition to the story above, here are a few tips to help you move to a more positive mental state. These tips are focused on athletics; but, they can be used in many other aspects of your life.
1. Speak well of your health.
2. Visualize and speak well of your athletic abilities.
3. Look for incremental successes and believe you can improve.
4. Set your own standards of success.
5. Write it down.
6. Spend time with friends that are optimistic and seek personal improvement.
7. "Live to great success, not to avoid failure."... " [source: activ.com] Think positive --- Kjell

Indy took us out for a ballgame ...

Indy starts to understand the idea of fetch and playing with us. Have a look: Happy play --- Kjell

Ironman Wisconsin

The race is on and Im sitting at home in my office and watch it oneline. Hard to do. But with a broken shouler, there is not much I could have done. Hope everyone out there has a fun and safe day. Thanks to Ironman for the invitation, David [Berkeley Running] for the Homestayoption, Dennis for the Equipment things, of course my mom and family at home and Blake (I love you) who takes care of me right now. A great sunday --- Kjell

Good Job Uwe

Good job Uwe in Singapore. Have a safe trip back --- Kjell

broke my shoulder

Well, this is realy not my time. Today I got the result that I dislocated my shoulder and broke my Clavicle in the same shoulder. It happened on monday and I thought I could fix it by myself and race next sunday. The doc was kind of surprised about my statement, that I planed to race with a broken shoulder. Well I didnt know that it was broken. Hope it heals fast, so I can at least do something --- Kjell

3athlon repord/bericht

"Ein Spaziergang wird der Versuch das Erbe Twelsieks anzugehen wird nicht einfach werden. Der Kanadier Luke Dragsta gilt neben dem Australier Jason Shortis als ein Top-Favorit auf den Titel und einer der wenigen Slots für Kona. Doch ausgerechnet aus dem deutschsprachigen Raum droht Fachbach ebenfalls hartnäckige Konkurrenz im Kampf um Slot, Prämie und das Podium. Die Österreicher Norbert Langbrandtner und Bernhard Keller sind ebenso gemeldet, wie etwa Kjell Schoeberg aus Hamburg und Bernd Hagen (Möhrendorf), sowie Serge Meyer (Bern)." [source: 3athlon.de] Hope my shoulder is getting better --- Kjell

hurt

Im hurt, beeing stupid and crashed on the way from home to the pool. Im allright, just my bad left should dosent feel good. I keep you posted --- Kjell

Thanks Susann ...

Thanks Susann for finding this trailer: "For all of you have to educate kids, dogs, employees, employers…" Im a new dogowner by myself and I enjoyed watching the trailer. Looking forward to work with the Team on Hawaii --- Kjell

Ironman Louisville

The Ironman Louisville is on today. Good luck all starters and of course Max, go for it --- Kjell

World Championships Triathlon Long

The World Championships Triathlon Long Distance (O3) in 2008 are held in Almere (Netherlands). Good luck to everythone, especially Petr --- Kjell

Looking at my shirts ...

I was looking at my shirts those days and keep thinking I need one of these: "Keepsake Theme Quilts will be treasured for years to come. You may have a collection from your favorite sport, hobby, or special vacation. You may be looking for the perfect gift to commemorate a family member's high school or college adventures. You may want to honor a special occasion, such as a birthday, wedding or retirement. We can help you transform a drawer of Tshirts into a special keepsake that is attractive and functional." [source: Keepsake Theme Quilts] Sleep well --- Kjell

directions ...

"The physical body provides the most direction for the needs of the soul." [from Brad Keeney] thanks Sandy --- Kjell

Facebook

Wow Facebook is getting crazy. Everyone is there --- Kjell

Indys paw

Have a look at Indys paw on our wall. We are happy to have you Indy --- Kjell

Weather

It sounds good, I mean the weather in Madison where I gonna race in a little less than 2 weeks. I cannot wait to start the Taper. Happy training --- Kjell

Happy Birthday

Schwesterherz, Happy Birthday zum Geburtstag. Alles nur erdenklich Gute und fuehl dich trotz der raeumlichen Distanz ganz doll gedrueckt. Einen tollen Tag --- dein Kjell

Ironman Canada

The Ironman Canada is this weekend. I did the race in 2003 (my first Ironman) and in 2007, what a day. Good luck to everyone at the startline in beautiful BC --- Kjell

Watch this

"I against me contains 5 athletes - 4 Pros and 1 age grouper - who are trying to get the best way to the myth Hawaii. The docu shows their long way in training, mental strength, test competitions, qualifiers and finally Hawaii. Have a look on a great documentation which shows everybody the intentions, training days and the all-day of great athletes. Have fun." [Source: projekt triathlon] have a look --- Kjell

Raining

Well it is not much fun right now. So much rain and it was so nice here in Idaho. Now my hard training and its "raining man". I have to do it anyway --- Kjell

Cool - gold

This is pretty cool: "Triathlon: Frodeno gewinnt Gold" [source: ARD.de] Congratulations --- Kjell

Indys work

Our dog likes dirt. And loves to bring the dirt inside and cover everything with it. Have a look: Thanks Indy --- Kjell

Next big one

My next race: "Ford Ironman Wisconsin takes place in a sports-crazy town that is known as one of the best spots to bike in the United States, along with being the site of the University of Wisconsin, America's premier "party college." Those two attributes have a bit to do with why this race is so popular and so successful, but there is a lot more to the magic that makes this such a hugely successful event.
The two-loop Ironman Wisconsin swim takes place in the warm waters (75 degrees Fahrenheit/ 24 degrees Celsius) of Lake Monona. The competitors don't have to leave the water at the end of the first loop - they'll just swim straight around the corner of the swim start to begin the second loop.
Like the swim, the bike course in Madison is a two-loop affair. After running up the "helix" or ramp up to the transition area in the parking lot here at the Monona terrace, the competitors jump on their bikes and ride down the opposite "helix" to start the ride." [source: Ironman Wisconsin] Happy training until then --- Kjell

Recouvery at Silverwood

My recouvery will be held at Silverwood: "Want big rides, big slides, and big fun? You've found it. Located in beautiful North Idaho, Silverwood Theme Park has over 65 rides and attractions, including four roller coasters, the Boulder Beach Water Park, a steam engine train, live entertainment, restaurants, and more." [source: Silverwood] Itll be fun --- Kjell

I won

I won the Hayden View Triathlon today. It was hard, because my legs where tired from the training and the things I try to get on the road. But it felt good and I won by over 5 minutes. Thanks Blake and Indy fo cheering, I love you both --- Kjell

Hayden View Triathlon

I will race, out of my training today. Its gonna be the local Hayden View Triathlon, a sprint: "The Hayden View Triathlon, “Race For Children’s Health” is an event designed to raise awareness and funds for the Children’s Village and most importantly for children’s health. We have chosen a Sprint Triathlon so that as many children as possible can join. Friday night at Hayden City Beach we will put on a kids triathlon, with vendors, games, and fun. We want children to get outside and be active and learn to be healthy. Precision Fitness is teaming up with the Children’s Village to raise money and awareness for the great work provided by the Children’s Village. Healthier children today make healthier adults tomorrow and healthier parents in the future." [source: Precisionfitnesssolutions] Lets see --- Kjell

I wish ...

I wish the projekt triathlon store would not be so far. There is allways stuff you need as an athlete. Hope everything is doing well Dennis --- Kjell

Running store in Madison

Check this out, cannot wait to get over there for the Ironman Wisconsin: "Madison, WI's Premier Specialty Running Store. At Berkeley Running Company, we have the shoes and accessories that fit your lifestyle as well as your feet. We are proud to be Madison's Running Store." Happy training --- Kjell

Sauerland Team

Are you planing to get ready for Hawaii, you should check out the Sauerland Team or are you going to Hawaii and dont know how. The Sauerland Team helps aswell. Happy training --- Kjell

4th at the medalranking so far

The german team is in 4th place for the medals so far. Go for more --- Kjell

Congratulations to Uwe

Hey Uwe! Congratulations to your 3rd place in Wiesbaden 70.3! Great job --- Kjell

70.3 Wiesbaden

Good luck in Wiesbaden. The Biestmilch Team is challenging another event: "Kurz vor dem Einsatz" All the best --- Kjell

Training

Today is my first longer bikeride outside after Korea. All the trouble with the bike and now its hopefully solved and I can start training again. Honestly dont know what for. If you have a good suggestion where to start (longdistance), let me know --- Kjell

Olympics in Bejing

"Katerina Emmons of the Czech Republic won the first gold of the Beijing Olympic Games today when she won the Women's 10m Air Rifle. Emmons, 24, was in scintillating form, breaking Olympic records in both the qualification and final rounds." [source: Olympics in China] Good luck --- Kjell

CCC - Crack the Clearwater Code

Es gibt eine Reise nach Clearwater zu gewinnen!
Alle, die in Wiesbaden beim 70.3 einen Startplatz für die Weltmeisterschaft auf der Ironman Halbdistanz ergattern, also 75 AthletInnen haben die Chance zu gewinnen. Wie? Wenn sie die 3 CCC’s erfüllen:
C1. der Slot
C2. das Rätsel lösen (die Karten gibt es vor Ort in Wiesbaden)
C3. zum Podcast bei der Rikscha kommen
weitere Infos auf biestmilch.com go for --- Kjell

The power of mind ...

"Once upon a time there was a bunch of tiny frogs.... who arranged a running competition. The goal was to reach the top of a very high tower. A big crowd had gathered around the tower to see the race and cheer on the contestants....
The race began....
Honestly:
No one in the crowd really believed that the tiny frogs would reach the top of the tower. You heard statements such as:
'Oh, WAY too difficult!!'
'They will NEVER make it to the top.'
or:
'Not a chance that they will succeed. The tower is too high!'
The tiny frogs began collapsing. One by one.... Except for those, who in a fresh tempo, were climbing higher and higher.. The crowd continued to yell,
'It is too difficult!!! No one will make it!'
More tiny frogs got tired and gave up.... But ONE continued higher and higher and higher.... This one wouldn't give up! At the end everyone else had given up climbing the tower. Except for the one tiny frog who, after a big effort, was the only one who reached the top! THEN all of the other tiny frogs naturally wanted to know how this one frog managed to do it?
A contestant asked the tiny frog how he had found the strength to succeed and reach the goal? It turned out.... That the winner was DEAF!!!!

The wisdom of this story is:
Never listen to other people's tendencies to be negative or pessimistic.... because they take your most wonderful dreams and wishes away from you -- the ones you have in your heart!
I like this story, thanks Deborah for mailing me the runningstory --- Kjell

that hurt

That hurts ... Stupid people and funny bloopers!!! Kjell

Town - FXXXXX

That is a funny and different name for a town. Have a look: What do you think? Do you wanna come home to FXXXX everyday, I dont know --- Kjell

Art on the green was fun

I'm back in training, but some sidetracks are good for the mude. We went to Art on the Green here in Coeur d' Alene. It is fun and the weather made it even better. DO it your way --- Kjell

try or die

Mein Wettkampfbericht auf tri-mag.de --- Kjell

THE DARK KNIGHT

Last night we saw "THE DARK KNIGHT", the new Batman. It is a great movie and I'm not giving any details about it, just watch it --- Kjell

Art on the green

"Art on the Green is held at the old Fort Sherman Grounds on the North Idaho College Campus, just a short walk from Downtown and City Park. Shuttle bus service to the west side of the NIC campus from downtown is also available during the festival." [source: artonthegreen] Comming up this weekend --- Kjell

Maccas bike

Bet on it. "Specialized Transition by Chris McCormack - MACCA!" [source: Biestmilch7]

Wir gratulieren unseren Athleten:
Frank Vytrisal zum 3. Platz beim Ironman Schweiz
Hans Mühlbauer zum 6. Platz beim Ironman Österreich
Hubert Hammerl zum 12. Platz beim Ironman Deutschland
Kjell Schiöberg zum 2. Platz bei der Langdistanz in Korea
Unser Material, Ihr Erfolg.
Viel Spaß und Erfolg, Ihr [projekt-triathlon]
Thanks Dennis --- Kjell

Maccas Bike

"Chris McCormack versteigert sein Fahrrad für einen guten Zweck!" [source: Biestmilch-7] "In Frankfurt beim IRONMAN Germany hat er damit das Rennen gewonnen, auch den Kraichgau-Triathlon und auch den Half Ironman auf Big Island. Ich bin kein Radexperte, ich weiss nur, dass es ein Specialized Transition ist. Auf ebay kann jetzt geboten werden. Der Erlös aus der Versteigerung geht an die Talbert Family Foundation gegen Krebs." Bet on it --- Kjell

chaos in the air

Wow, I should be glad not having travel these days. Lufthansa is planing to go on strike. So traveling with an plain will be no fun. Good luck for all those who have to --- Kjell

broken fork

What have I done? There are not to many things that are running smoth at the moment. Guess hat happened, well my front fork on my bike broke on the trip from Korea to the US. And now I'm trying to claim it, but that is allways a big deal. Why? Wish me luck --- Kjell

I love you

Babe, I love you so much. Thank you for the first 12 month. We will have a fun evening and go out ok?!!!

INDY

This is our Indy. She is something and we love her: She is three month today. lets play Indy --- Kjell

Congratulations Petr

Congratulations to Petr. He finished 2nd in Ironman Lake Placid, just a week after the Ironman Switzerland. Amazing what he is able to do! How many have you allready done in 2008? 10 or so --- Kjell

Jeju´s Haenyo/Sea woman selling fresh fish

More for Youtube. It is fun traveling arround for races and you get so see so much that are fascinating. I stayed for the third time in Jeju, South Korea for the Longdistance Triathlon and these Ladys are just amazing. "The haenyo, literally meaning "sea women", are female divers in the Korean province of Jeju. They are representative of the matriarchal family structure of Jeju." [source: Wikipedia] So have a look: Jeju´s Haenyo/Sea woman selling fresh fish Enjoy your meal --- Kjell

Get the CCC

We had the KKK during the Ironman Germany, now Biestmilch has the new CCC during the Ironman 70.3 Wiesbaden: So go for it --- Kjell

Ironman Lake Palcid

Today is the Ironam Lake Placid and Lothar Leder (#32) is racing. Good luck Lothar. At that time I had not much knowlege about the whole Ironmanworld. Kick it --- Kjell

Schmerzen in Frankfurt - Pain in Frankfurt

It was so much fun in Frankfurt. Here one of the Biestmilch trailerson Ironman Germany: Ein schmerzhafter Tag für viele Athleten!" [source: Biestmilch channel] Thanks to the team --- Kjell

Youtube Trailer

This was funny and so cute. Well, actually not funny at all, because this sad puppy was so scared, but he had so much fun and loved it when I walked by: "Try to make a new friend on Jeju" Thanks for watching and enjoy --- Kjell

Back in Idaho

I´m tired, but back with Blake. I missed her so much. I will be in Idaho for a while and think about what happened and see what I gonna do --- Kjell

2 nights an Airports

Realy I have to spend 2 hights at different aiports. That sounds pretty bad, but honestly I'm very happy if that all works out. Traveling those days is getting more and more challenging. The luggage situation is realy bad and than countrys like china, where you are not allowed to be at the airport and wait for your flight for longer than 24h. You need even for that a Visa. What if I have to sit there for more hours, like me? They just block your ticket and you cannot leave to get there. Finally United was so nice to change my tickets and now I stay one night in Busan (South Korea). Later today, I will catch my flight to Bejing airport where I need to figure out what to do until tomorrow. It will be fun, I´m sure. I keep you updated --- Kjell

On the road to Idaho

I´m so excited to come back to Blake. So I will start my two day journey back to Idaho today from Jeju. It was a experience and I learned allot. Some very new this time. Hope I gonna make it, I´m so exhausted --- Kjell

Awards today ...

Well the awards are today and I´m excited what will happen. I´m thinking going on stage with a shirt that says, I´m not a liar, I wanted to race and have the best win. Thats the idea of longdistance racing and not a stage for important people to show their given power. Sorry thats wrong. And I do not blame the Racedirector or anyone from the team for that situation, I just hope the follow the right path and make some consequences. I keep you all updated and if anyone has a suggestion, let me know. Thanks --- Kjell

FXXX over ...

... I´m so mad, even the final solutions is not made. Well it was far from beeing a perfect day here on Jeju (Korea Triathlon Jeju 2008), but I would have won this thing, if everyone wanted. But it looks like the head-referee didnt. It´s new to me to get a drafting card, when you get! passed and say something to that athlet, all within a few seconds on a small inclime. Thats excatly what happened. I will not let that be that way! So far I´m second place, but we are talking about first and second in a longdistance race, that doesnt happen to often, if your are not Macca;-) I let you know --- Kjell

2008 Korea Triathlon Jeju

The race is on. I started 7am local time, that would be in:
Hamburg: 0:00am
Washington DC: 6:00pm (saturday)
Moscow/Coeur d´Alene: 3pm (saturday)
I dont think so that there is any online couverage, but I will try to provide you with my result asap. My racenumber is 1 and I hope to get very close to that number at the finishline: "Set you goals on paper and you are halfway there!"
Thanks to: My family (my mom, my sister, my grandmo), Blake (I love you), Paul Z. (for the help!) Peter Sauerland, Dennis Wachter, Korea Triathlon Jeju Office, Biestmilch and everyone on my way to here. I do my best right now. Kep your fingers crossed and cheer for me --- Kjell

At a Highschool

Today I visite a Highschool and do a little speech about myself, about international athletes, about sports and asking some questions about Korea. This is gonna be fun and I let you know how it went. And I hope my back stops hurting, I went to a massage yesterday, it was painfull but felt good. But it still ot gone. Lets see how the last 1 1/2 days go. I just remeber the quote from the Marines: "Pain is weakness leaving the body!" Well than, I´m ready for sunday --- Kjell

JEJU Island

I made it to Jeju island and had some good training sessions. It was a long journey and I miss talking to Blake. With a broken computer its hard to be everywhere and nowhere. Here some impressions from Jeju: (Jungmun Beach) (fun public phones here, but they dont work!) (Jeju from the top)
For Korea I expected a hot and humid race and I will do well, I know --- Kjell

First time ...

... this is the first time I get racenumber one in a big race. Jeju is hot and humid, thats what I like and Peter Sauerland my coach, made me ready. And thanks to the Biestmilch Booster, it helped to get over the big hole yesterday. On sunday I will race with number 1 within the Korea international Triathlon Jeju 2008. Here a picture from my first start here where I placed 8th overall: Let´s go for it --- Kjell

On the road to Jeju

Wow, that was a weekend! I´m extremly tired and will use the first days after this trip to recouver and get ready for my race. My flight-schedule: Frankfurt-Bejing-Daegu-Jeju Island. I arrive on Tuesday and then get ready for my Longdistance race on sunday, the Jeju Triathlon Championships. Wish me luck, my legs are ready --- Kjell

Congratulations Chris

Chris Mccormack did it in Frankfurt again, he won! His Time a sub 8h is amazing. Congratulations mate. I try to get close to that number in my race next sunday in Korea --- Kjell

Ironman GERMANY

The big show is on. Chris and Nicole are on the road and it will be a long day. Hopefully highly successfull for everyone. Keep pushing --- Kjell

WOW, IM Germany has to go?

Yesterday I heart the news from a friend, that the IM Germany might move theier location. It was in the media and all, because of a couple that lives on the Römer, main place in the heart of Frankfurt, that sued IM Germany and won. Well lets see --- Kjell

Kennen Sie Biestmilch, do you know Biestmilch ??

Schauen Sie sich diesen Trailer an: "Kennen Sie Biestmilch?" I kenn es --- Kjell
Watch this trailer: "Do you know Biestmilch?" I do --- Kjell

KKK

SOLVE THE KKK: BIESTMILCH Just do it --- Kjell

Crazy Thing

I´m so surprised, that my chicken fight trailer gets so much attention. Have a look, right now we are at 5300 views, that is crazy. I thought this trailer was fun, but this is not what I expected. But thanks, keep watching --- Kjell

Getting ready for the big show ...

Thousands of athlets and our Biestmilch 7 Team, plus me are getting ready for the big show in Frankfurt, the Ironman Germany. Lets get ready --- Kjell

On the road again

... I´m on the road again, but compare to other trips this first trip is short. I will go by train to Wiesbaden and work for Biestmilch arround the Ironman Germany. This will be exciting and hopefully the right motivation for my race in Korea. Not that I need extra motivation right now, I´m ready. So lets get moving --- Kjell

Karaoke night 2004

"I went to Osaka as an ambassador for my City Hamburg. Osaka (Japan) and Hamburg (Germany) are sistercity´s, so Hamburg decided to I went to Osaka as an ambassador for my City Hamburg. Osaka (Japan) and Hamburg (Germany) are sistercity´s, so Hamburg decided to send me. One night we went out to an Karaoke Bar and had some fun. It was terrible I know, but thats Karaoke, most of the time." [YouTube: IronHamburger Channel] Stay happy --- Kjell

MAIL-ignorance

I call it "MAIL-ignorance" and it is a disease in our new communication world. I thought mails are on the way to be a formal medium, but no they are not. I´m in progress to organize my trips, my races, my visa and plenty other things. Some of them worldwide, so Mails are a great thing, I can do them whenever I want to. But recently I experienced that people do not reply my mails. Even if you disagree or you are bussy, there is allways a minute for a short sentence. I take the time and sometimes I have to write: "more later or sorry I´m very bussy right now!" And that is fine, much better than getting ignored. So lets get back and reply mails --- Kjell
PS: I found even 147 google hits for "MAIL-ignorance"!

THATS A DEAL, check KKK

Der Kona Kode
KKK: Den Kona Kode Knacken und eine Reise nach Hawaii gewinnen! Mehr
erfahren Sie unter www.biestmilch.com! Ich wär sofort dabei, bin ja aber erst ne Woche später am Start --- Kjell

Crack the Kona code
Get online and check it out, if you get your Hawaii slot and get lucky you might win a ticket to Hawaiiwww.biestmilch.com! I would do it right away, but my start is a week later --- Kjell

Fun times

The promotion-week on Hawaii was fun and allot of stress at the same time. I´m getting ready to leave for Wiesbaden/Frankfurt to work for Biestmilch. We do some promtion arround the Ironman Germany. Some of the Biestmilch-Athletes will race and we have two favourites -Nicole and Chris - in the race for the victory. The trailers from our promotion in Hawaii made me smile. Have a look at "Chasing DHL up the hill" and "Meeting Chris McCormack running on Alii Drive". Good luck with the taper --- Kjell

top 3 swimming drills

"Learn how to use "slow arm recovery," "quick catch" and "high swingers" to improve your swim stroke. Active.com is the leading online community for people who want to discover, learn about, share, register for and ultimately participate in activities about which they are passionate. Millions of active individuals visit active.com each month to search and register online for races, team sports and recreational activities; interact with others who have similar interests; start online training programs; and access nutrition, fitness and training tips." [source: ACTIVEdotCOM] I makes sence, I gonna try these --- Kjell

Thank you

Thanks to Dennis W. from the PT Team for upgrading my bike and renewing all the overused parts. It was time. And I got some extra help from Rad&Servie Niendorf with my trainingwheels. Thank aswell, now I´m allmost set for bigger things. Getting ready to race again --- Kjell

Got tested yesterday

Finaly, I got my first drug-test yesterday. So thats done, but honestly I had a hard time to p...! Well it worked finally and I´m glad that this is over with and I´m in the system, at least once for now. Happy p... --- Kjell

Congratulations to Matt

Hey Matt!
Congratualtions on your finish. Its over with now. I remember one of the last Mails from you where you wrote me: "I wanna get this Ironman over with!" - Done! Enjoy the recouvery and hope to see you soon. Take it easy --- Kjell

Ironman Coeur d´ Alene

Today is the day - Ironman Coeur d´Alene. I hope everyone has a good and fun day. Matt keep it up. Happy feet --- Kjell

180km

Today is one of those days. "Your traning is more limited by available time then how far you can run/bike/swim." [source: somewhere in the web] Doing my 180k today. Happy feet --- Kjell

Ironman Coeur d´Alene ...

... is on the way. And I have to thank you Ironman Coeur d´Alene for bringing me together with Blake. We met last year during the carboloading, where I brought here some cookies, because she was to lazy. Here brother Matt is getting ready to rock&roll on sunday. I hope the wind is going done, so the conditions will be nicer. not the happiest camper on earth - me last year finishing the race. the racelocation is a beauty, for sure
Matt relax now and kick it on sunday, remember: "For some sports you need a ball, for Triathlon you need two!" --- Kjell

Have a Quilt

I defently have enough t-shirts for an Keepsake Theme Quilt, but not the time to decide witch onces I wanna use. I´m sure my reaction will be close to this one: "My family and I will treasure this beautiful tshirt quilt forever. It is truly a "keepsake" in every sense of the word!!" - Jeanne Reynoldsburg, OH [source: Keepsake Theme Quilte] I counted the t-shirt I got this year, just for fun and I made it up to 9 shirts allready. I total I don´t know, probably arround 100. Enjoy --- Kjell

Swimming

I got my first good picture during the swim in a triathlon. My sister Sinje took this picture on the weekend. It was easier, because we where swimming twice arround a bridge at the beach in Niendorf - Baltic Sea. Have a fun swim --- Kjell

to much

I know for the majority it is hard to get, but this crazyness arround soccer drives me nuts. Ok, I´m not a big soccer fan anyways, but what is going one here back home is just way to much. The European Championships started the "flagging" (you see every other car with a german flag) again. There is a article in a german Magazin about the "flagging": "Köhler und Künast erfreut über Fahnenmeer!" [source: spiegel.de] Well it´s over soon --- Kjell

I got 3rd place today and a good ...

... weekend outcome. One 1st place in the Ostsee Triathlon and the 3rd place in the Hachede Triathlon. This is fun --- Kjell

Hachede Triathlon

Today is the Hachede Triathlon and I will race within it. I will see how my legs are from the race yesterday. Thanks to Dennis Wachter from projekt-triathlon for the invitation. It is his homerace and he is the Team Manager of the projekt-triathlon team. Lets see --- Kjell

Good start ...

I won the Ostsee Triathlon. So it was a good start in my double weekend. But after 300 on the bike, the days before I´m tired and my legs hurt. Let´s see how the Hachede Triathlon goes today. Thanks to Biestmilch and the Booster, they get me kicked off and recouvered allot faster. Have a fun sunday --- Kjell

Friday the 13th

I made it through the friday the 13th! Uff that was a close call. I do not like this day at all.

Plus I will do the Ostsee Triathlon later in the day. We will see how that goes. Happy feet --- Kjell

Baltic Sea

I will jump in the Baltic Sea today. The expected watertemperatur is allright. Allot warmer than the water during the Ironman 70.3 Boise. Happy swimming --- Kjell

On the way to my Grandmo

Today, I will ride my bike to my grandmo. She is so excited to see me after 6 month. I´m too. I miss Blake allot. It will take me good 3 hour to get there and than I have to do another 15k running. My coach Peter wants to kick it, even with some races on the weekend. He is the boss. Thanks Peter. Happy training --- Kjell