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Subject: Gary's Mentor Group - Open for Training

WHEN CAN YOU START MENTORING CONSISTENTLY: Now
NAME: GaryRm - Gary
STORY: Short story was I had started the middle age bulg.  Both my father and brother died because of unhealthy lifestyles.  Started running and was injured in ditch fall.  Knee surgery and Dr said try swimming and biking as cross training.  Several online friends were starting Tri's and encouraged me to start.  Was hooked after the first race.
FAMILY STATUS: Married for 20+ years with two wonderful, healthy children.
CURRENT TRAINING: I am signed up for another HIM in April 2012 and the rest of the year will be short course work.  I keep to a balanced training plan and attempted to avoid injury as much as possible. 
THIS YEAR'S RACES: Eary yet but Austin 70.3 last year and one sprint this year

2012 RACES:  NOLA 70.3, Big Cajun Oly and three sprints
WEIGHTLOSS: I have lost over 21lbs in the last two years

WHAT WILL MAKE ME A GOOD MENTOR: I have had a mentor group now for awhile and we have a great group of people from beginners to seasoned vets.  Always looking for more people to join.

You can post an intro here or in our main group at:

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=236936&start=1541&posts=1543 

 



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2012-04-14 1:29 PM
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How do I join your group.  I am new to the forum.
2012-04-14 6:48 PM
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greaseball23 - 2012-04-14 1:29 PM How do I join your group.  I am new to the forum.

Hey! Sorry it took awhile but busy day.  Go to the link in my first post and post an intro similar to mine (copy my post and replace my answers with yours.  I have a great group with beginners to some experienced folks.  We would love to have you join!

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NAME: Jose Morales
STORY:  Im 38 and been weight-training since I was 13 yo. Over the years I have had some pretty interesting injuries, some severe, some not so severe. Most recent on was a partially torn r bicep tendon (distal). I got to pondering, and decided to change my focus from anaerobic to aerobic. I decided that I wanted to begin doing Triathlons, so here I am
FAMILY STATUS: Single; 2 wonderful kids 
CURRENT TRAINING: I am doing the  super-sprint at the PearlTri here in San Antonio, Texas, June 03 of 2012. I have been going off of the Complete Idiots Guide to Tiathlon Training by Steve Katai and , Colin Barr, so far so good.
THIS YEAR'S RACES: PearlTri June 3, 2012


WEIGHTLOSS: I hover right at about 240-250 lbs, and I am currently focusing on getting my weight below 230  lbs for the race.

WHAT WILL MAKE ME A GOOD MENTOR: Someone who has been where I am at and wants to help get to where they are at and beyondd.

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Ready to learn...hope youll help.

NAME: Jose Morales
STORY:  Im 38 and been weight-training since I was 13 yo. Over the years I have had some pretty interesting injuries, some severe, some not so severe. Most recent on was a partially torn r bicep tendon (distal). I got to pondering, and decided to change my focus from anaerobic to aerobic. I decided that I wanted to begin doing Triathlons, so here I am
FAMILY STATUS: Single; 2 wonderful kids 
CURRENT TRAINING: I am doing the  super-sprint at the PearlTri here in San Antonio, Texas, June 03 of 2012. I have been going off of the Complete Idiots Guide to Tiathlon Training by Steve Katai and , Colin Barr, so far so good.
THIS YEAR'S RACES: PearlTri June 3, 2012


WEIGHTLOSS: I hover right at about 240-250 lbs, and I am currently focusing on getting my weight below 230  lbs for the race.

WHAT WILL MAKE ME A GOOD MENTOR: Someone who has been where I am at and wants to help get to where they are at and beyondd.



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Jose - THanks for joining!  I copied your post into our current thread. 

Please click this link where the group is:

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=236936&posts=1565#M4151405

2012-04-17 12:30 PM
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Hope there's still room for one more? Posting my into on the main group thread momentarily.

 

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2012-04-27 9:17 AM
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Name- Andrea

Story-  My first olympic distance triathlon ever is this September.  I start my 20 week training program on Monday.  I'm scared to death of the open water swim and feel generally overwhelmed by the entire thing!  My experience with racing is anything but vast.  I've participated in a few half marathons, a few 10k, and one duathlon.  Needless to say, I feel a little in over my head, but I'm determined to see this through.

I've been married for 7 years to the most incredible man alive and we have two amazing little boys.  I'm looking forward to participating in this mentoring program and hope it will give me the encouragement and know-how to make this triathlon experience a good one.

Thanks!

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Andrea - Welcome!  Please copy your intro and then go to the link on my first post.  The rest of the group is there.

Thanks,

Gary

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Hope there's still some room for me! I'm posting my info on the link you provided now
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So not sure if I am understanding things correctly, but I put an intro in the thread (posted above).  If you are full or I did something stupid...sorry.
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Not full and I will provide a little more info when I get home tonight. Our main thread is in the archive and I will post that link tonight. Welcome aboard!!
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RNP70 - you did right but I noticed you deleted your post?  That is the correct thread and please post your intro as we are open again.

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Them count me in.

 

Name: rnp70, Neal

Story: I am finishing up graduate school in Mississippi. I was doing triathlons for two years before taking some time off. My plan is to focus on shorter distance races and try to build some speed.

Family status: A wife and no kids (unless my dog counts).

Races: Crawfishman (sprint) and Heatwave Classic (olympic). Debating Buffalo Springs Lake Triathlon (70.3).

Pumped to be involved. Thanks.

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I would like to join the group and will post on the link provided tomorrow when I have a computer and not just a cell phone. Hope there is still room!

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Brett's - 2012-12-16 5:13 PM I would like to join the group and will post on the link provided tomorrow when I have a computer and not just a cell phone. Hope there is still room!

Plenty of room, looking forward to you joining.

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I am 28 yrs old and have been married for 6 yrs now; we have 3 wonderful children all under the age of 5. I am a warehouse manager at a local supply house and work a lot of hours which leaves little time for training but I run on lunch breaks and on the weekend I try to run a long run. I will have a new bike in about 2 weeks and will add that into my weekly plan starting in January. I got the itch to do a tri after I watched the Kona World Championship in October. I have engrossed myself into the lifestyle of a triathlete completely. I aim to complete 3 races next year, money allowing! I will sign up for my first race in January, which will be held here in Alabama in May. I am here for guidance, tips, and everything tri! Maybe I will see some of you next year out on the course.
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Brett's - 2012-12-16 8:55 PM I am 28 yrs old and have been married for 6 yrs now; we have 3 wonderful children all under the age of 5. I am a warehouse manager at a local supply house and work a lot of hours which leaves little time for training but I run on lunch breaks and on the weekend I try to run a long run. I will have a new bike in about 2 weeks and will add that into my weekly plan starting in January. I got the itch to do a tri after I watched the Kona World Championship in October. I have engrossed myself into the lifestyle of a triathlete completely. I aim to complete 3 races next year, money allowing! I will sign up for my first race in January, which will be held here in Alabama in May. I am here for guidance, tips, and everything tri! Maybe I will see some of you next year out on the course.

Brett - Great intro but could you post it here: http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=236936

The link is to our main thread where we work from.

Thanks and welcome!

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