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STORY: I'm 27 and live in Jersey City, NJ. This is my first season of tri's and my first seaon of any endurance sport. For the last 26 years of my life I have professed that running is pointless... How ironic that I now find myself swimming, biking and running for miles on end. After playing baseball, basketball and football in high school followed by 4 years of D-1 football (Tight End), I am now embarking on a new adventure - becoming a triathlete. 

I work in international logistics and travel alot; 16 hrs on a plane will not be condusive to training. I hope that the group can help me with training all over this great land. This is obviously my first MG. 

 
FAMILY STATUS: Soon to be married and I have one "daughter", Georgia (miniture golden doodle).


TRAINING:  I will be using one of the training programs from this site. I bought a trainer and have a membership at the YMCA (indoor track and oly pool). Any input on what program to use would be great.

2010 RACES:Zero  

2011 RACES:  TBD... I am not sure if I am going to do sprints to start or full tris.... first month will determine the registration.

WHAT TO I BRING TO THE GROUP:  I am extremly driven to find a new way to keep in shape. I am self motivated, competitive and perform best when I have some constructive criticism.

INSEAM: 34 inches

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Marshall 

STORY:  36 yrs old, 2nd yr in tri's and 2nd yr with the group.  Started tri's when I got re-organized out of my job.  Probably one of the best things that happened to me..  rediscovered a healthier lifestyle, lost 36 lbs, got to spend quality time with the family.  Currently managing a private equity fund and trying to make sure I don't fall back into the unhealthy lifestyle that comes with the job. 

 
FAMILY STATUS: Married to a wife that lets me indulge in tons of cool tri-gear.  Super energetic 3yr old son who just got his first balance bike and loves to run long distances.


TRAINING: Live in New York City and lucky enough to live right next to Central Park.  During the season run and bike in the park and during the off season at the gym and occasionally in the park.  I hate running and biking in the cold! 

2010 RACES: Pancake Tri, Nations Tri, Colon Cancer Challenge, Poland Springs Pre Marathon Kickoff

2011 RACES:  Currently only registered for the NYC triathlon, maybe the Nations Tri, 2 early season sprints and end of yr HIM.  Need to try to get in the NYC marathon, it's a great race.  Goal for this season is to concentrate on just racing and not over think everything and try for a sub 2:30 race time for either the NYC or Nations tri.

WHAT TO I BRING TO THE GROUP:  truthfully nothing...  so many people in this group have far more experience and better techinque.  Maybe some occassional swim drill advice (though there are much better swimmers in this group) or info on races that I race and like everyone else does in this group, support during those tough times..  I'll volunteer to be the slacker, any visitors to NYC need a drink? 

INSEAM: 33 inches

Wow – you guys move fast.  Looks like a great group and I’m looking forward to tapping your expertise.   Here's my bio:

NAME: Dan

STORY: I'm 52 and live in Sendai, Japan. I was part of a staff reduction at the end of 2007 and have given myself a few years off to a) catch up on life, i.e., things I like to do besides work b) see how far I can get with triathlons - ideally I want to do an IM, but I'm not in a hurry and thinking the earliest that will happen is 2013. 

In 2008 I struggled with learning to swim and bike again. I hadn't really done either for 30-35 years and only knew how to swim with my face out of the water. I also struggled with getting my running going again. I've had knees problems since doing a marathon back in 2001. In 2009,  I did my first Oly and finished in 3 hours (literally 3:00:11). In  2010 I did 3 Olys including a 2:50 on the same course I did my first Oly.   I wanted to do an HIM, but never got my training up to the right levels - if I pushed too hard on the bike or run, I would end up with hip or knee problems for 3-4 days.  

FAMILY STATUS: Married with two sons from my wife's previous marriage. We have 3 grandchildren.

CURRENT TRAINING:  I’m trying to slowly build a run/bike baseline that allows me to do an HIM in 2011.   I’m running 4-5 days a week and cycling 4-5 days a week. If I run 5 days, I bike 4 and vice versus. I get to the pool 3-4 days/week and having been spending most of my time on drills.  I take a 30 minute lesson once every 2 weeks.

2011 RACES: same 3 Olys as last year plus a near HIM (bike leg is only 70km)

Fukushima 10 Mile (end/April)
Sakata Oly (end/June)
Kisakata Oly (end of July)
Utsukushima Oly (end/Aug)
Shizuoka HIM (end/Sept)

INSEAM: 28 inches

WOOT WOOT! I got my trainer...that means I'm going for the HIM Muskoka in Sept 2011.  Look out Craig Alexander, I'm not letting you win four in a row!! All right, kidding about beating him.   Was so busy putting kids toys together I didn't even get anytime to put my new toy together.  Always, tomorrow.  Now, I need to re-think my training plan.   I'll have many questions for you folks soon, first need some sleep.

Sylvain

WOOT WOOT! I got my trainer...that means I'm going for the HIM Muskoka in Sept 2011.  Look out Craig Alexander, I'm not letting you win four in a row!! All right, kidding about beating him.   Was so busy putting kids toys together I didn't even get anytime to put my new toy together.  Always, tomorrow.  Now, I need to re-think my training plan.   I'll have many questions for you folks soon, first need some sleep.

Sylvain

What kind of trainer did santa bring? I received a trainer from Performance Bikes "travel trac fluid +".

 I have never really heard of the brand before, anyone have any feedback for me?