ASPHALT JUNKIES Summer Bronzing Crew - CLOSED (Page 52)

Originally posted by BigDaddyD79 Karl and Jen, way to go this weekend. Good motivation for my first Oly next Sunday. Tracy wow you killed it, and you were even able to hot dog a bit and do it back stoke, Sounds like everyone had a great weekend of racing/training. I was able to get out and run a 5k with my daughter in the stroller on Saturday. She just turned 1 and seemed to enjoy it. Never said a whole lot, but there were no tears, lol. I was suprised that my pace wasn't really slowed at all by the stroller. I didn't really do any hills, just a couple of long slight grades where I had to work a little but harder than usual, but the flats and downhill sections were great. Yesterday I was able to get out and use my new tri shoes. Rode 48k and did about 80% of the race route for this Sunday. Total cross wind the entire time. Really hoping for a bit of a different wind direction or no wind at all for the race. Oh well I live on the ocean, what can I do I guess but hope. I was able to brick the ride with a 4k run at a pretty good pace. Feeling pretty good about the upcoming race and I think I have a 50/50 shot at getting under 2:30. Any pointers anyone, especially on nutrition. I was planning on two gels during the bike and another during the run. One bottle of water on the bike with a Nuun tab. I dont really do well with Gatorade going from the bike to the run. What does everyone elses plan look like.

My kids used to love to go with me in the stroller. When we were in Disney my husband and I would take turns pushing the stroller. Whoever was pushing was always the one walking faster.

Sounds like a great workout! I hate crosswind.

For my race Sunday I followed Jeff and Dirk's advice and took liquid nutrition on the bike. It worked out perfectly for me. I was planning on gels but I'm really glad I switched. There is also a thread in tri talk about Oly distance nutrition that has some good advice.

You know your a Junkie when.....

You ice your foot so much your skin burns!

You finish a race, swear you are done racing for the year, then start planning the next race. Someone stop me please!

I'm thinking of a HIM but just the swim and bike at the end of the month.

Originally posted by strikyr

Originally posted by KWDreamun Tony I wish you could see me smiling right now I'm so proud for you dont IM Mt Tremblant Give your wife a BIG hug from you and a big thumbs up from us Junkies. When is the race?

Karl I think IMMT is August 17th for next year. One of my friends is racing it this year and is actually trying to KQ it. I'm excited for him he's got a good shot at it too. I'm still on the fence, I want to do it with my friends but after going through it this year and I'm not even done yet lol I really have to make sure I'm up for doing this all over again and that my wife is not going to be upset with me for choosing to do it. I've learned alot this year and I can tell you I would do things differently. We'll see and I'll let you guys know.

Tony good luck with your decision and I can see both sides. I have to say I'm not surprised to hear you say this .

Tony,  It would appear you have been bitten, as Will has pointed out.  Does IMMT sell out quickly?  If not maybe you should take a little more time to consider whether you'll jump on this race and training again next year.  I'm not trying to be a downer but if your wife isn't all on board than maybe she needs more time, which in turn means you need to take more time to consider the family ramifications. 

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I have a had a unpredictable 7 days.  Last week was having to do an emergency brake job on Laiken's car on Thursday, Saturday was an emergency starter replacement on Laiken's car and last night a good friend of mine landed in the hospital with a bleeding ulcer.  He is fine but still in the the hospital as they try to get his hemoglobin levels back up but that may require a transfusion today.  I spent a couple of hours with him last night just.  He and his family have been very close to us over the years and have provided much support recently as we have struggled through some other issues.

With all that stuff going on and other struggles training volume has been lower than I am used it and it is a major distraction for me.  I am so used to being active that I feel out of my element.  I actually think this time in my life is teaching me a few lessons but I'm a slow learner and it'll take a lot of re-enforcing before I get it.  I can say this, God has been very good to me and my family. (I sure could use a "Tri-mom" smile more frequently these days.)

Wow!  This is all great!  You are going to do a fabulous job!  Can't wait to stalk you during the race! 

Dirk, I'm praying for your friend. Hope the healing process is quick.

Derek, Good luck with your first OLY this weekend. You'll do great!

Dina, No wetsuit, confused drivers on the course, busted chain, sore heel, and you still pull off a PR? You are one amazing Junkie. And go easy on the ice there!

Tony, Another IM!?! You truly are a Junkie.

As for me I'm trying to get back into a training routine again after missing 4 days in a row.

A brief update on my friend.  He's still in the hospital right now but expected to get out today.  they decided not to transfuse the blood to get his counts up, opting rather to allow his body work naturally.  He's fine and other than lying in a bed for 48 hours, in good spirits.

I know he appreciates the prayers from all of you and I too am thankful that you have been thoughtful enough to include him in your thoughts.

Good news Dirk and thanks for the update! Thanks for taking the time to always be here for the group, lift our spirits, provide advice and answer questions especially when your own plate is so full. But I have to say, I looked at your training log and it looks like you have been training plenty to me !

Ok, so my next little adventure will most likely be The Great Illini HIM aqua/bike which is August 31. I have 16 days to cram for this race because I know that is absolutely the best plan ever . I'm excited about being able to just give it all on the swim and bike without worrying about saving energy for the run. Should I just get as many long rides as I can in before the race? Mix of shorter intense efforts and long rides? Am I fooling myself thinking I will gain any fitness in this short of time? I think my base is solid but my long rides have topped out around 35 miles this summer. The good news is my kids start school Tuesday and I will have lots of free time until my paperwork clears to start Substitute teaching.

I'm going to drop all running for now, let my foot heal up and just focus on swim & bike.