kellc09's Mentor group - CLOSED (Page 10)

there are a couple of different sites that kind of give you some recommended angles, etc.  But, in all honesty, if you have a good bike shop that has a good bike fitter in your area, its well worth the money.  If that is not a option, good bike fit and there should be some common recommendations out there for you.  Good luck!

great lesson!   Sometimes you just have to look at things from a different angle.  

I know there is a water aerobics class (read, older ladies) that a trainer runs on the weekends around when I swim.   A lot of weekends, they spill over, and they let them into the last lane of the lap pool so they are water aerobicizing in the lap pool.  I personally dont think that is right because the lap pool should be for swimmers only, BUT, they seem to really enjoy it, it seems to get them out and active, so I try not to get mad.  Also, when I swim in the lane next to them, it great open water wave practice!!!!!

One night a week, the Y has the highschool swim team in the far left lanes, and the water aerobics in the far right lanes, with 2 lap lanes squished inbetween. I try to go on those nights and swim near the swim team. It's as close to an open water swim as I can get!

Help Me, Please!

I just went out for a run for the first time in weeks! Check my log-no yellow bars for all of December.

My run today was pitiful. I was SLOW. Way slower than usual, and I only did 2 miles. There are lots of reasons why I havent been running- no daylight, icy/slushy roads, cold and wind. But the reality is that I have to find a way to run atleast twice a week.

So here's where ya'll come in: Please help me stay focused on the run. Hold me accountable, check my logs and comment if I'm not running. If I know someone is watching, I'm more likely to get my aasics on!

Thanks-Heidi

Ok, you asked for it   So tell us what your plan for running is this week and we'll make sure you do it! 

I ran a lot last winter outside in the crap, and the dark.  In the winter I leave for work when its dark and its dark when I get home.   I only ran on the treadmill when it was too icy and they didnt clear our streets.   So it can be done.  This year if I run before spring (fingers crossed), I will be mostly on the treadmill due to the knee.  More controlled environment.

But, just take the proper precautions and get out there!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the support. Here is my plan for the week:

Sunday (Tomorrow)-swim 800 yards and RUN 20 to 25 minutes at the Y.

Mon: Bike- Jorges Week 3 Day 1

Tues: Swim 1000 yards

Weds: Bike Jorges program

Thurs: Run 2 miles

Fri: Bike Jorge's plan W3, D3

Sat: Rest

I'll have to make a commitment to getting on the treadmill sometimes (which I've never done before). I'm very weary of running outside in the dark or when the roads aren't clear. I ruptured a tendon in my foot 4 years ago, and it is easily re-injured. So I'm pretty cautious with it.

Today I rest, since I will taking my daughter back to college and it is 8 hours of driving. Ugh!  Check my log from yesterday though, I did my first trail run so I need the day off!

It was fun.  Different, but fun!

Heidi - I will check your log later this week.  I didn't ride my bike once this week!  I ran a lot though...too bad we can't combine our training.  I would do all the running!

Greg - great job on the trail run.  I can't wait to run outside again.

I am hoping this week I can behave like a triathlete and not be weak.  I have not been as consistent with my diet or training as I would like to be.  I have very high expectations for myself and hate when I fall short.   If I don't get it together, I will be a slow, fat triathle (oh, there is a book by that name...hmmmmm).

Alright guys.. so here it goes.  Holidays are over, Im back to work tomorrow, and the dread of Michigan winters is upon us      So, time to get with the program.   Im back to a few hours of workouts, and I need to re-clean up my diet. 

My Friday weigh in with the Biggest Loser group I run for my tri club was 137.  Its a far cry from the 125 I like to race at.  Soooo, its on now.       no excuses.  (well if I have surgery I may need to lay off myself that week and the next)

My friday weigh in was 136.5. That's about 4 lbs heavier than I like to be.

I did make it to the Y this morning for my scheduled workout. 800 yards in the pool, then 2 miles on the treadmill. I didn't eat enough before I went, so my legs were pretty shaky by the time I was done.

Then this afternoon, we spent about 1 1/2 hours sleigh riding with the kids. That was lots of hill work-which was fun!

Greg- Hope you had safe travels to your daughters college today. I'll be taking my 18 year old back to school on 1/20. For now, I'm enjoying having her around!

Kellie - I feel your pain.  I will be waiting to hear the news about your knee.

I go back to work tomorrow too.  I have some scheduling issues cuz my gym closed and will reopen in March (changing locations).  They gave us an alternate place to go at 16 mile and Gratiot, but it totally screws up my morning routine.

 Anyway, my eating was great between xmas and new years eve.  Then it went to hell.  I am very discouraged and scared that I won't be able to get it back together.  I just packed up a bunch of healthy meals for the week. 

I am hoping for a miracle between now and the Martian Half! I feel really slow running at this weight.  And I definitely don't want to be seen in my itty bitty tri suit at this weight or anything close!

Glad she arrived safe and the car made it back home

Hi Heidi! Great job getting the run in! Whenever I take some time off running and come back to it, I feel like I've forgotten how to run for the first run or two. It'll come back to you quickly though. It can be really difficult to motivate yourself to get out there in the Winter when there is less daylight and cold, icey,snowy weather. I usually try to find a late Winter or early Spring race to train for which helps keep me motivated to run through the Winter. Accountability is also great, so consider yourself watched

Great job on the trail run Greg!!!

Great job packing up healthy meals for the week Bronwyn! It's an awesome start to getting it back together. I understand your fear, but you can do it! You've done it before, and you know how, so it's just a matter of doing it. I know that's the hard part, but I have faith in you! You can be your miracle!!!

Bronwyn-Great job with planning the healthy meals! You can do it!

Roni-I just saw your before/after pics. Wow! What a transformation!

Kyla-How did the 30 minute bike test go?

Hope every one else is doing well.

Holly-Happy Birthday!! A little late, but I just saw it on your blog!

Heidi