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The way I interpret it (non-english speaker here)

you run 25 minutes. In those 25 minutes you do, at random 4 times 30 seconds stride, which is a quick sprint for 30 seconds. They recommend doing 45 left footsteps in these 30 seconds (which is fast). The first 10 minutes is a warm-up so you can do 1 stride every 3 minutes. That should give you about 2 minutes cooldown to make it 25 minutes.

To be honest, run fast is my interpretation of stride. But there is a difference between run fast and go all out. So maybe they call it stride. And every sport has it specific technical terms. So maybe if there is a runner here, (s)he can say for sure the term "stride" is not something really specific other then run fast.

The last few weeks have been very chaotic for me and I've had very little time to inspire or post.  We had a safety issue last week and another this week that I had to address, and then I got invited to hang out with the "cool kids" (aka...second shift) right after lunch yesterday to help with some testing.  So I started my day at 7:30AM and finally walked out of the plant at 9PM, but it was a good day. 

I went a little quiet because

1. training hasn't gone well lately

2. I didn't want to post too much so ppl won't get tired of me :P

As for my plans. This night I went eating with the family because its my dads birthday (actualle the 26st). Today I also went to the Osteopathe again because my neck upper back problems aren't fixed. And it still doesnt feel as it should be so I'm probably going back next week. It doesn't really affect my trainings but it is a hindrance. But because of the severe manipulation of my neck and spine, the osteopathe forbid me to train today and tomorrow.

So everyone, ho was february? These are my stats so far:

 All in all, I trained less then in january. A bit dissappointed though... At least my weight has gone down, allthough I will have a slight increase after this evenings dinner tomorrow :D And i'll take new measurements with the taper meter (sp?). I'm really looking forward to how much hs changed in 1 month.

Here are my February totals:

Run: 4h 44m 38s - 26.8 M

Pretty good I think! This last week I really pushed it and I will push it next week as well. I am trying to complete the whole Ironman distance in two weeks for a program at the YMCA. My body is definitely feeling it! I am starting to see some weight loss as well the past two weeks so that is also encouraging. Small steps is what it takes to reach your goal.

This weekend I hope to rest! My family all have karate obligations but I am hoping to do no more exercise than playing freeze tag with my kids. The weather is supposed to turn nasty on Sunday into Monday so staying close to home sounds good too.

@Ann and Joe, those are nice totals.

I just bought the third edition of Joe Friels Triathlete's training Bible. I heard a lot of people always saying its a good book. Tomorrow (or technically today) i'm going to take new body measurements as today i didn't had the time.

Welcome back Colleen! 

If you'd rather run before swimming, that is OK.  It would only be when you're doing specific "Brick" workouts that you would ride-then-run to experience the feeling of running after cycling.  Most training probrams don't have swim-then-run or swim-then-ride workouts. 

What kind of riding do you want to do?  Each type of bike has advantages and disadvantages. 

True road bike (with the drop handlebars):  PRO's:  Low rolling resistance (skinny, high-pressure tires), lightweight, efficient riding position.  If you want to ride 100+ miles, this is a good choice.  CON's:  may be uncomfortable for "casual" riding (bent over), prone to flats (from the skinny tires)
Tri bike:  PRO's:  Similar to road bikes, but with a riding position that favors aerodynamics.  CON's:  Very expensive, even compared to road bikes. 
Mountain bike:  PRO's:  Extremely durable if heavy frame, durable tires, more upright riding position, low gearing (good for riding up a hill).  CON's:  Very high rolling resistance, buzzing if you ride on hard surfaces (from the knobby tires). Heavy. 
Fitness bikes:  PRO's:  Lighter than mountain bikes, more durable tires than road bikes, more comfortable upright riding position which is good for casual riding, smooth and durable tires.  CON's:  Not as durable as a mountain bike nor as efficient as a road bike. 

For most "casual" riders, a fitness bike makes far more sense than a road bike.  You will be more upright, so you're more visible in traffic and you can see what is ahead of you better than when you're hunched over. 

This is great Kate!  Stick to the plan and patiently watch it work for you.  You averaged about an hour per day of training (a lot more than I did).