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What Did I Learn?

December 20, 2024

December, December how I love you so. December always marks the end of racing season, and for me, this was my 21st in the biz. Years ago, I was told the following, "The greatest moments of growth are also the most painful," and 2024 was no exception.

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In A Hot Minute It's Going To Be 2025

November 13, 2024

I find it hard to believe we're a quarter century into the new millennia. For me, 2025 marks 30 years of being out of high school...30 YEARS. If someone would have shown me a crystal ball and said, "Stephen, this is what you'll be doing in 30 years. This is what you will have won. This is what you have learned. This is what you will have endured." I wouldn't/couldn't have believed them.

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END OF AN ERA

October 10, 2024

The end of an era for one of our events is upon us. After lengthy discussions with our community partners, we have made the collaborative decision to "sunset" the Tri The Wildwoods Triathlon.

Interview

Meet Ironman Maryland Finisher Fran Mack

October 10, 2024

This month we are recognizing Fran Mack for her exceptional determination to complete Ironman Maryland. Her commitment to crossing the finish line has been truly remarkable. Read more about Fran's triathlon journey.

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Cost To Be Paid

September 23, 2024

A few days ago I posted a video on Instagram about the end of the 2024 DelMo Summer Racing Season coming to close. Please take a few minutes and watch the video and read the message below. It's from my heart and soul and I hope it resonates with you.

Interview

Meet deSatnick Athletes Jim Catanoso, Zach Ruffo, and Nick Ceccoli

September 23, 2024

Meet deSatnick Team Members & Escape the Cape '24 Participants Jim Catanoso, Zach Ruffo, and Nick Ceccoli

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Always Shifting

August 14, 2024

Most of you know who I am through the sport of triathlon...and for good reason. I have raced, volunteered, worked, and produced some form of triathlon since 2004. In that time, I have brought visions to life. Some were a grand success, and others simply didn’t work out...

Interview

Meet Maggie Salvatore

August 14, 2024

This year we had a woman, 9 months pregnant, participate in the 14th Annual CRDA Atlantic City Triathlon. Her perseverance and determination are second to none. It's athletes like Maggie, who show us that the athletes who participate in our events are capable of anything if they #DoTheWork!

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My Worst Race Ever and I Couldn't Be Happier

July 17, 2024

Recently, I "competed" in the annual Poverty To Cove 2.4 Mile Open Water Swim in Cape May. I have done this swim a dozen times or so and I would always swim around ~45 minutes give or take. I swam 54:56 and I had 5x the fun I ever had.

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Decide What You Are Willing to Give In Order to Receive

June 12, 2024

It was 2 days after the 11th Annual Desatnick Real Estate Escape The Cape Triathlon and for the umpteenth time I was taking my daughter to school 3 minutes late. I hate being late...a lot. However, there are things beyond my control and my 14-year old daughter Lucy is undoubtedly one of them. This is her 8th grade year, and she is days from graduation, so I don't fret. I just enjoy my 5-minute car rides as much as I can for, they won't last forever. I dropped her off, pulled out of the school parking lot and proceeded to the light where I was greeted by the crossing guard, who is also the school board president. He just finished his shift. The light was red, so we had a few seconds to chat.

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Wolfpack Fitness

June 12, 2024

Outside Philadelphia PA, you will find Wolfpack Fitness. At a glance it may seem like just another fitness studio. What you will find is so much more!

Interview

Meet Betsy Tootell

May 28, 2024

This year we will have a legendary athlete doing Escape The Cape for the VERY FIRST TIME! Betsy Tootell, age 70, has done 4 full Ironman, numerous halfs, and too many shorter distance events to count. Betsy started doing triathlon at age 60. Betsy is a role model, a count of knowledge, and supportive to newer athletes. Some call her their, “Tri-dol."

Interview

Meet Michael Veltri

May 2, 2024

This year marks the 11th Annual Escape the Cape Triathlon. With the event quickly approaching, we'd like to recognize an athlete who joined us on the boat last year for the very first time, and is joining us again this year to TAKE THE LEAP! Everyone, meet Michael Veltri!

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May the Fourth Be With You : The Big 4

May 2, 2024

Recently I learned that over 90% of triathlons in the United States have been between 90-190 participants and anything over 300 participants is considered a large race. The last time we produced a triathlon (not including COVID) with less than 1000 participants was 2014. What does that mean?

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It Don't Hurt Enough

April 5, 2024

Never stay in the same place moaning and groaning and NOT make a change because it doesn't hurt enough.

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Stay True To Your Vision

March 15, 2024

7 years ago this month I had a vision to create a road race that had never been done before in the Wildwoods.

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Meet Michanda

March 15, 2024

A Girl Who TRI's! She is a Model, Endurance Race Announcer, a Podcast Host, and an inspiration to many...check out our Q&A with Michanda!

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Be Bold Enough To Take The Leap

February 15, 2024

The end of 2023 brought great change to DelMo. Some of the change I did not see coming, some I had a feeling was coming, and some I knew had to take place in order for us to ascend to the next level.

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Meet Beer Mile Champion, Justin Ehring

February 15, 2024

Each month, an athlete is selected to be the monthly newsletter's Athlete Highlight. In honor of the MudHen IPA 5K right around the corner, we decided to highlight 2x Defending Beer Mile Champion- Justin Ehring!

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Time to Fuel Up

January 16, 2024

Has this ever happened to you? You're busy. You're on a time crunch. Things need to get done. Your list is long, and the time is short.

Interview

Meet DelMo Athlete Aileen Bingham-Shrader

January 16, 2024

Everyone meet DelMoSports athlete, Aileen Bingham-Shrader! Aileen was born and raised in Cape May, NJ.

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Shutting It Down

December 15, 2023

Cheers to Winning. See you in 2024...

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Every Experience Matters

November 15, 2023

In my former life, I used to do a fair bit of race announcing in the region, nothing crazy, but a great way for a struggling entrepreneur to earn a few extra bucks.

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Meet DelMo Crew Larry, Dan & Jose

November 15, 2023

Each month, an athlete is selected to be the monthly newsletter's Athlete Highlight. In honor of Veteran's Day, we decided to highlight 3 of our own!

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The Only Thing Constant Is Change

October 19, 2023

Twenty years into endurance sports and I cannot believe how much change has taken place.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Nick Holland

October 19, 2023

Each month, an athlete is selected to be the monthly newsletter's Athlete Highlight.

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It's Only Impossible If You Quit

September 18, 2023

Recently, per my friends suggestion year's ago, I read the book Shoe Dog: A Memoir of the creator of Nike by Phil Knight.

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TRI WW - IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

August 25, 2023

20th Annual Tri the Wildwoods Race Update

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Have I Lost My Touch?

August 18, 2023

AGITA (n.) a feeling of anxiety. This word was used mainly by Italian American and Yiddish-speaking persons.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Steve DeHorsey

August 18, 2023

Each month, an athlete is selected to be the monthly newsletter's Athlete Highlight.

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...And Just Like That

July 18, 2023

"Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened." - Dr. Seuss

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Meet DelMo Athlete James Shaughnessy

July 18, 2023

Each month, an athlete is selected to be the monthly newsletter's Athlete Highlight.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Rosemary McCloskey

June 19, 2023

Meet DelMo Athlete, Rosemary!

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Is It Really All Luck? Yup.

June 19, 2023

We've done this particular race for nine years now.

Announcement

2023 Ocean City Iron Soldiers Swim Run

June 19, 2023

YOUR OFFICIAL INVITE/SAVE THE DATE!

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Meet the 10x Competitors of Escape the Cape

May 16, 2023

2013-2023

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Mental Health and Three Truths

May 16, 2023

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Sponsor

VIP Packages At Escape the Cape

May 1, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that we are now offering first class athlete and spectator VIP Packages at Escape the Cape!

Sponsor

May is National Military Appreciation Month

April 27, 2023

United Rentals and DelMoSports Renew Partnership to Support the US Military during May’s National Military Appreciation Month

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Meet DelMo Athlete Patrick Flynn

April 17, 2023

Meet Athlete, Patrick!

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Channel Your Inner Rose

April 17, 2023

I had a nice blog that I wanted with share with everyone for our April newsletter, then I learned about our dear friend Rose Marie Cintron-Allen.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Sharon Garrison

March 15, 2023

Meet Athlete, Sharon!

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I F*%#ing Love What I Do

March 15, 2023

It's March and the season is at our finger tips.

Announcement

FinisherPix

February 23, 2023

We have partnered up with FinisherPix to offer amazing photos to our athletes!

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Meet DelMo Athlete Brian Comly

February 15, 2023

Meet Athlete and Blogger, Brian!

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Base Phase: Beginning Your Triathlon Training

February 15, 2023

Written By Brian Comly

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Less Is More

February 15, 2023

It's fitting the title of our February newsletter is less is MORE.

Announcement

Bike Rentals With Unlimited Biking

February 13, 2023

We have partnered up with Unlimited Biking to offer BIKE RENTALS to our athletes!

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Meet DelMo Athlete Brian Mansfield

January 17, 2023

Meet Athlete AND the 12th Day of Christmas Winner, Brian Mansfield!

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2023 = 20 Years in this Life.

January 17, 2023

It has not all been what you think.

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 8

December 22, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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The 10 Successes of 2022

December 22, 2022

All too often we can beat ourselves up on the shots we missed and not give ourselves enough credit for the ones we made.

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Meet DelMo Athlete & Volunteer Tony Sample

December 22, 2022

Meet Tony!

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 7

November 15, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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Meet DelMo Volunteer Patty Grady

November 14, 2022

Meet Volunteer extraordinaire, Patty!

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The 3 Failures of 2022

November 14, 2022

Most of this season is in the rear-view mirror. What a blur.

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"Forget about that other spot kid, go take a look at the ferry."

October 17, 2022

You hear it all the time, but you never think it can be true.

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I'm Spent

September 16, 2022

Holy smokes.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Jon Rosen

September 16, 2022

Meet 2022 Atlantic City Triathlon Finisher, Jon Rosen!

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The Clock In The Room

August 17, 2022

Last month, DelMoPRO was hired to do all the safety and scoring for the Around the Cape Paddle.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Bill Bernicker

August 16, 2022

Meet 2022 Atlantic City Triathlon Finisher, Bill Bernicker!!

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Back To Zero

July 18, 2022

The following is going to be most relatable to anyone who aspires to do and be great. Read on.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Latoya Shauntay Snell

July 18, 2022

Meet 2022 Women's PHL Duathlon Finisher, Latoya Shauntay Snell!!

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We're All Hurting, But We'll All Make It

June 16, 2022

The following contains zero information about what we have coming up this summer. If you're looking for that, move on. If you want to know what goes through the mind of a race director, a business owner, a family man, a real human being on a really tough day, read on.

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 6

June 16, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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Meet DelMo Volunteers Kenny and Vinny

June 16, 2022

Meet Kenny and Vinny, our mascots from Escape the Cape!

Sponsor

May is National Military Appreciation Month

May 11, 2022

United Rentals and DelMoSports Renew Partnership to Support the US Military during May’s National Military Appreciation Month

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 5

May 5, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Michael McCullough

May 5, 2022

Meet Michael, a recovering alcoholic whose friend urged him to sign up for Escape the Cape a few years back on a whim. He is inspired by DelMoSports and Dr. Mitch of Greenepsych Clinical & Sport Psychology. He’s drinking the Kool-Aid of the Triathlon community and it’s very exciting!

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Years Of Layering

May 5, 2022

In the fall of 2020, my wife and I set out on a little journey up the coast...

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 4

April 13, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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Meet Team DelMo Member Natalie Sudell

April 13, 2022

Natalie joined the team in March.

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The Big C

April 13, 2022

Congratulations Everyone! It is tax season and the biggest lie ever told was, and is, there are two certainties in life: Death and Taxes.

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Meet Aspiring DelMo Athlete Dave Moore

March 14, 2022

We are so excited to have Dave of Inspira Health join us for his very first organized running event at the MudHen Brewing Co. IPA 5K on April 9th!

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 3

March 14, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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The Journey to 50 and Beyond: Fulfilled & Aware

March 14, 2022

I just turned 45.

Announcement

Is Your Heart Race Ready?

February 22, 2022

Inspira’s Sports Medicine Introduces Diagnostic Heart Screenings for Athletes

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Meet DelMo Athlete James Grauel

February 14, 2022

Have you ever met an athlete whose first triathlon event was an IRONMAN 70.3?!

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 2

February 14, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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Do The Work When No One Is Watching

February 14, 2022

The Super Bowl has come and gone, and we are in the midst of a cold winter.

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The Rule of Three

January 13, 2022

Happy New Year Everyone. I've got some ideas about what's to come. Wanna hear?

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Meet Volunteer(s) of the Year! 2021 Edition

January 12, 2022

Well, in true DelMoSports fashion, we could not just choose ONE Volunteer of the Year for 2021.

Announcement

Stampone Safety Tip No. 1

January 12, 2022

Safety Tip Of The Month brought to you by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Law.

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Meet DelMo Volunteer Peggy McCann

December 7, 2021

Have you ever wondered what happens when athletes leave towels, shirts, pants, and shoes on the Ferry when they take the leap at Escape the Cape?

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It Finally Got Me, And At The Perfect Time

December 7, 2021

Just after Thanksgiving and after 18 months of distancing, bobbing, weaving, masking, working in a liquor store, and countless live events, COVID entered my system and took a hold of me really good.

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All In... In 2022

November 15, 2021

Definition: in a way that shows a lot of determination and a willingness to take a big risk in order to achieve something.

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Meet DelMo Volunteer Joseph Antonelli

November 15, 2021

Joseph Antonelli - November is the month of Thanks.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Heather Kukla

October 14, 2021

Meet this month's highly decorated Athlete Highlight - Heather Kukla!

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I Can't Wait Until Tomorrow...

October 14, 2021

"I can't wait until tomorrow... 'cause I get better looking every day." -J. Namath

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Meet DelMo Athlete Margaret Salvatore

September 16, 2021

Meet this month's Athlete Highlight - Margaret Salvatore

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Learn To Enjoy It

September 15, 2021

What a stretch.

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Meet DelMo Athletes Anthony and Alexa

August 17, 2021

Check out these two love birds...

Announcement

Is Your Heart Race Ready?

August 16, 2021

Inspira’s Sports Medicine Introduces Diagnostic Heart Screenings for Athletes

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A Day For the Gods

August 16, 2021

If you missed it, I feel for you, I really, really do.

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281 Felt Like 2081

July 29, 2021

Yes, I said that.

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Meet DelMo Athlete Danielle Moore

July 29, 2021

Meet Danielle Moore

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Kobe Fitness

July 29, 2021

Every cloud has a silver lining, and for Lisa Kobierowski the silver lining to last year’s shut down was the creation of Kobe Fitness, an online workout program.

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When The Flag Goes Up

June 29, 2021

I am a proud American. However, this has zero do to with the land we love and everything to do with the opportunities before us.

Blog

Meet DelMo Athlete Don Cabrera

June 29, 2021

Meet Wildwood Crest Mayor and DelMo All-Star Athlete, Don Cabrera AKA the IRON MAYOR!!

Sponsor

DeSatnick Real Estate to Title Sponsor Escape the Cape Triathlon

June 10, 2021

DeSatnick Real Estate to partner with DelMoSports as Title Sponsor of Iconic Escape the Cape Triathlon & Open Water Classic.

What Did I Learn?

December, December how I love you so. December always marks the end of racing season, and for me, this was my 21st in the biz. Years ago, I was told the following, "The greatest moments of growth are also the most painful," and 2024 was no exception.

In A Hot Minute It's Going To Be 2025

END OF AN ERA

The end of an era for one of our events is upon us. After lengthy discussions with our community partners, we have made the collaborative decision to "sunset" the Tri The Wildwoods Triathlon.

What Did I Learn?

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November 13, 2024

In A Hot Minute It's Going To Be 2025

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END OF AN ERA

October 10, 2024

Meet Ironman Maryland Finisher Fran Mack

September 23, 2024

Cost To Be Paid

September 23, 2024

Meet deSatnick Athletes Jim Catanoso, Zach Ruffo, and Nick Ceccoli

August 14, 2024

Always Shifting

August 14, 2024

Meet Maggie Salvatore

July 17, 2024

My Worst Race Ever and I Couldn't Be Happier

June 12, 2024

Decide What You Are Willing to Give In Order to Receive

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What Did I Learn?

December 20, 2024

In A Hot Minute It's Going To Be 2025

November 13, 2024

END OF AN ERA

October 10, 2024

Meet Ironman Maryland Finisher Fran Mack

October 10, 2024

Cost To Be Paid

September 23, 2024

Meet deSatnick Athletes Jim Catanoso, Zach Ruffo, and Nick Ceccoli

September 23, 2024

Always Shifting

August 14, 2024

Meet Maggie Salvatore

August 14, 2024

My Worst Race Ever and I Couldn't Be Happier

July 17, 2024

Decide What You Are Willing to Give In Order to Receive

June 12, 2024

Wolfpack Fitness

June 12, 2024

Meet Betsy Tootell

May 28, 2024

Meet Michael Veltri

May 2, 2024

May the Fourth Be With You : The Big 4

May 2, 2024

It Don't Hurt Enough

April 5, 2024

Stay True To Your Vision

March 15, 2024

Meet Michanda

March 15, 2024

Be Bold Enough To Take The Leap

February 15, 2024

Meet Beer Mile Champion, Justin Ehring

February 15, 2024

Time to Fuel Up

January 16, 2024

Meet DelMo Athlete Aileen Bingham-Shrader

January 16, 2024

Shutting It Down

December 15, 2023

Every Experience Matters

November 15, 2023

Meet DelMo Crew Larry, Dan & Jose

November 15, 2023

The Only Thing Constant Is Change

October 19, 2023

Meet DelMo Athlete Nick Holland

October 19, 2023

It's Only Impossible If You Quit

September 18, 2023