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 2012-03-20 2:52 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Expert  1255    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |  Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSEDMitch, so sorry I missed your birthday. Hope it was great! Matthew, funks are normal. Twice when I was really tired before my races, these guys told me to take the WHOLE week off. I did and I had lots of energy after that. Jim, I love my speedplays. Ernesto et al, question. We now have a Computrainer at the gym and I'm going to get set up on it tonight. Should I take my road bike that has been Retul fit or my tri-bike that has been hand fit, but will probably get a Retul fit next week? I like them both equally. Opinions please? |
| 2012-03-20 3:24 PM in reply to: #4104970 |
Extreme Veteran 692 England | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Finally got my 14 mile run in today. There's nothing special about this run, except that due to time constraints and disorganisation I've been planning to run that far for about a month, but I keep finding that I don't have time. Also, following on from Jennie's success, I thought I'd compare my runs for this year. I looked at all the runs I've done over 11 miles, and it's really noticeable that there's a gradual improvement. I've compared them below: 5th Jan: 11.07miles, Ave HR=146, Ave pace=12.18min/mile I'm really pleased with that. Hopefully the improvement will continue. - Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" |
| 2012-03-20 3:46 PM in reply to: #4105329 |
Master 3022 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED chapfallen - 2012-03-20 4:24 PM Also, following on from Jennie's success, I thought I'd compare my runs for this year. I looked at all the runs I've done over 11 miles, and it's really noticeable that there's a gradual improvement. I've compared them below: 5th Jan: 11.07miles, Ave HR=146, Ave pace=12.18min/mile I'm really pleased with that. Hopefully the improvement will continue. Awesome progress! Longer distance, faster pace, steady HR. Again, AWESOME! I think that is my favorite feature of Garmin Connect - the ability to very easily filter activities and then compare and contrast in an effort to find trends. |
| 2012-03-20 3:53 PM in reply to: #4105263 |
Master 2238 Dallas | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED jdiis - 2012-03-20 2:52 PM Doesn't make a difference, watts are watts. I will tell you though that towards the beginning of the season you have to take the tri bike more, it works the hamstrings a bit more. In the other hand the tucked in position on the trainer gets old quickly unlike riding outdoors.Mitch, so sorry I missed your birthday. Hope it was great! Matthew, funks are normal. Twice when I was really tired before my races, these guys told me to take the WHOLE week off. I did and I had lots of energy after that. Jim, I love my speedplays. Ernesto et al, question. We now have a Computrainer at the gym and I'm going to get set up on it tonight. Should I take my road bike that has been Retul fit or my tri-bike that has been hand fit, but will probably get a Retul fit next week? I like them both equally. Opinions please? Edited by ernestov 2012-03-20 3:54 PM |
| 2012-03-20 4:49 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Master 1609 Gold Coast Australia. | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED 'Short' recovery run this morning. 11k (1:06). - Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" - MarkZ: S 3 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 20; 23:20:00"
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| 2012-03-20 5:36 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Expert 1109 Guatemala | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED I was able to get 3 workouts in today: 1) early morning 1:25:30 bike workout on the drainer, 2) run at lunch on the dreadmill for 45:31, 5.57 Mi + indoor swim, 1625 mts, 35:05 - Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" - MarkZ: S 3 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 20; 23:20:00" |
| 2012-03-20 5:49 PM in reply to: #4105507 |
Expert 1480 Somewhere in the Swamps of Philly | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED 90 mins on the drainer and I missed my swim workout due to an insane workload. I'll make it up on my scheduled rest day, but can't take the point. - Joe P S 8/ B 12/ R 9 Total = 29; 32:25:05" - MarkZ: S 3 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 20; 23:20:00" |
| 2012-03-20 5:52 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Extreme Veteran 576 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED 30min ride yesterday afternoon. Had a bike fitting and then got there they told me it was next week. Not happy. was looking forward to riding the new bike. 30min Swim this morning. Thanks all again for any advice, Its still early the week but a few good night sleeps and the body is feeling better, Brick session tonight so that will test out how I'm feeling. - Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" - Gabe S 7 / B 12/ R11; Total = 30; 42:38:38 - Mitch: S 4 / B 10 / R 13; Total = 27; 20:09:28" - Matthews: S 9 / B 6 / R 9; Total = 24; 21:00:00 - Jim S 0 / B 12 / R 12; Total = 24; 18:25:31 - Rachel S 6 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 23; 31:08:24" - Kev: S 5/B 6/R 10; Total = 21; 27:39:19 - Jackie S 8/B 6/R 6; Total 20; 25:21:33 - MarkZ: S 3 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 20; 23:20:00" - Charlotte S 3/ B 9/ R 6; Total =18; 10:05:00 - Chris S 0 / B 1 / R 16; Total = 17; 22:03:02 - Jennie S 5 / B 4/ R 7; Total = 16; 12:08:17 - Ernesto S 2 / B 3 / R 7; Total = 15; 11:46:39" - Samy S 4 / B 5/ R 5; Total = 14; 11:01:01 - Scott S 2 / B 4 / R 7; Total = 13, 11:06:54 - Mark H S 1 / B 2 / R 2 ; Total = 5; 3:00:00 - Joe S 0/B 0/ R 3; Total = 2; 02:15:46 Edited by Matthews 2012-03-20 5:55 PM |
| 2012-03-20 6:10 PM in reply to: #4105507 |
Master 3022 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED sirgab - 2012-03-20 6:36 PM I was able to get 3 workouts in today: 1) early morning 1:25:30 bike workout on the drainer, 2) run at lunch on the dreadmill for 45:31, 5.57 Mi + indoor swim, 1625 mts, 35:05 Gabe - you're certainly raising the bar. In the illustrious words of Marty Morningweg (when he was coach of the Detroit Lions), "the bar is high." |
| 2012-03-20 6:13 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Veteran 452 Colorado Springs | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" - Gabe S 7 / B 12/ R11; Total = 30; 42:38:38 - Mitch: S 4 / B 10 / R 13; Total = 27; 20:09:28" - Matthews: S 9 / B 6 / R 9; Total = 24; 21:00:00 - Jim S 0 / B 12 / R 12; Total = 24; 18:25:31 - Rachel S 6 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 23; 31:08:24" - Kev: S 5/B 6/R 10; Total = 21; 27:39:19 - Jackie S 8/B 6/R 6; Total 20; 25:21:33 - MarkZ: S 3 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 20; 23:20:00" - Charlotte S 3/ B 9/ R 6; Total =18; 10:05:00 - Chris S 0 / B 1 / R 16; Total = 17; 22:03:02 - Jennie S 5 / B 4/ R 8; Total = 17; 13:19:17 - Ernesto S 2 / B 3 / R 7; Total = 15; 11:46:39" - Samy S 4 / B 5/ R 5; Total = 14; 11:01:01 - Scott S 2 / B 4 / R 7; Total = 13, 11:06:54 - Mark H S 1 / B 2 / R 2 ; Total = 5; 3:00:00 - Joe S 0/B 0/ R 3; Total = 2; 02:15:46 |
| 2012-03-20 6:59 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Veteran 452 Colorado Springs | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Have to admit... there are times I don't feel I belong on the forum. My heart and drive is there along with everyone ones's but my obligations to being a Mother always seem to take the front seat(as they should). This does require me to miss workouts that otherwise would be part of my life. I am hoping that after we return from the kids spring break and our trip to Chas I am able to get my workouts accomplished within the smallest amount of time. I may not work but some times I feel that others don't realize how many additional thing I have to do within that time.... from 8:30 until 3 I am non stop, while trying to fit in workouts, and running the home from top to bottom... After 3 the kids get home so I am all theirs. I am stating all of this because I may step out of my hopes for a half IM this year.. Two Tri athlets in a home with young children may very well be to much! Will keep you posted though out my decision..... |
| 2012-03-20 7:04 PM in reply to: #4105541 |
Expert 2811 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED 13.5 mile ride with friends newer than me 56.12. Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" |
| 2012-03-20 7:22 PM in reply to: #4105593 |
Expert 2811 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Jen- We all have those points were we are overwhelmed, especially when out kids are young. I don't follow a specific plan, because I can't. I do set goals and plan my training week by week and sometimes day by day, depending on what I have going on. Now is a slow time for me. We are between sports, and this is a slow time for me at work. That will change next month when the snowbirds come home (retired people who split their time between Michigan and Florida, summer here winter there). I think we all understand that life happens, workouts get missed. You have had some difficult kid issues, so stay strong do what you can and the group is here. I have realized that more happens here than triathlon talk. Its a support group, a sounding board, a place to vent, and learn a few things. Do worry about us, do what you need to do, and we will be here. |
| 2012-03-20 8:49 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Extreme Veteran 576 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Jen I hear you about having kids at home etc. I may not be a Mum but have a stay at home wife looking after the kids as well and I know how busy it is. Can you try be more flexible with the work outs?? Jim be aware of the rides when you get more comfortable with the clip ins. The first hand full of rides you are very mindful of the clips but after awhile you forget them and then also forget to un clip. |
| 2012-03-20 9:49 PM in reply to: #4105737 |
| Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED I did a pose run class today in Seagrove Beach, Florida. It was interesting and i think helpful. however, as i am practicing the new pose technique my heart rate is higher than it has been. Video of my running really showed that i was heel striking and i am trying to change to midfoot striking. Jen, when my kids were younger i was unable to follow a consistent training schedule. I did not want to miss being with them as much as i could; i worked full-time. Now that our 3 are teenagers there are many more opportunities for me to leave home without ever being missed. it may be helpful to remember that our life is a series of phases with different emphasis needed at different times. Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" |
| 2012-03-20 10:13 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Expert 1255 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Jen, I don't know how people with kids do this. It's all I can do to work and workout. Although I'm 20+ years older, it's still a lot. You will have YOUR time, even if it's not this year. Don't fret. Do what you can and it will all work out. I have figured out that most people feel they have not prepared well enough for their race. - Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05"
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| 2012-03-20 11:22 PM in reply to: #4105833 |
Veteran 419 clayton | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED hmmm ... long way to catch up! - Joe P S 8/ B 11/ R 9 Total = 28; 30:55:05" - Gabe S 7 / B 12/ R11; Total = 30; 42:38:38 - Mitch: S 4 / B 10 / R 13; Total = 27; 20:09:28" - Matthews: S 9 / B 6 / R 9; Total = 24; 21:00:00 - Jim S 0 / B 13 / R 12; Total = 25; 19:21:43 - Rachel S 6 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 23; 31:08:24" - Kev: S 5/B 6/R 10; Total = 21; 27:39:19 - Jackie S 9/B 6/R 6; Total 21; 26:06:33 - MarkZ: S 3 / B 8 / R 9; Total = 20; 23:20:00" - Charlotte S 3/ B 9/ R 7; Total =19; 10:55:00 - Chris S 0 / B 1 / R 16; Total = 17; 22:03:02 - Jennie S 5 / B 4/ R 8; Total = 17; 13:19:17 - Ernesto S 2 / B 3 / R 7; Total = 15; 11:46:39" - Samy S 4 / B 5/ R 5; Total = 14; 11:01:01 - Scott S 2 / B 4 / R 7; Total = 13, 11:06:54 - Mark H S 1 / B 3 / R 2 ; Total = 6; 3:45:00 - Joe S 0/B 0/ R 3; Total = 2; 02:15:46 |
| 2012-03-20 11:31 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Veteran 419 clayton | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED I was looking at a Fuji Roubaix 1.0 from Performance Bikes - anybody have comments good or bad? |
| 2012-03-21 8:33 AM in reply to: #4105893 |
Expert 1480 Somewhere in the Swamps of Philly | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Reposting from yesterday since it was dropped. Today was 12.75 mile run @ 1:47:00 in extra dense fog. - Gabe S 7 / B 12/ R11; Total = 30; 42:38:38 - Mitch: S 4 / B 10 / R 13; Total = 27; 20:09:28" Edited by JoePetto 2012-03-21 8:34 AM |
| 2012-03-21 9:27 AM in reply to: #4106210 |
Master 1780 Boynton Beach, FL | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Back on the horse! 48 min swim this morning. Jen, I know how you feel. Both my wife and I work full time, and with a 1 and a 3 yr old, once we get back home is kid's time. I either train at 5:30 am or, between kids and normal household chores, is a 50/50 I can get a workout at any other time. This week has been particularly bad, with my weekend trip to Orlando and my older kid with an ear infection, it definitely forces you to be very flexible with your training plan. But you definitely belong in this forum, so don't deprive us of your presence (and besides, you are beating me on the challenge, so if you don't belong, what does that say about me?) - Gabe S 7 / B 12/ R11; Total = 30; 42:38:38 |
| 2012-03-21 9:29 AM in reply to: #4105833 |
Master 3022 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED jdiis - 2012-03-20 11:13 PM I don't know how people with kids do this. It's all I can do to work and workout. Although I'm 20+ years older, it's still a lot. You will have YOUR time, even if it's not this year. Don't fret. Do what you can and it will all work out. I have figured out that most people feel they have not prepared well enough for their race. It's tough balancing it all. I planned to do a tough track workout this morning preceeded by a swim. Neither my attitude or my legs were feeling it this morning so I stayed in bed until 7 instead of getting up at 4:45 to workout. I'm lucky that my job is flexible enough that I can dissapear for an extra 40 minutes to get my swim in around midday. Probably best that I rearrange my cycling and running workouts for the week to ensure my legs recover enough. It's all one big balancing act - work, family, life and fitness. I struggle most with feeling guilty when I skip a workout. I absolutely feel like I've let myself down and its incredibly tough getting msyelf to realize that sometimes the best course of action is to skip a workout. I will say you have to keep it all in perspective and realize that some goals have to wait until they fit in your life. My wife has made it clear that she has no interest in supporting an ironman bid at this time. She knows that I want to do it at some point but it will have to wait until my 2 year old is more independent - and I am fine with that. My wife and kid's well being is always more important. So I will focus on short course events and maybe a half ironman over the next couple seasons and longer running events (half and full marathons). I honestly can devote at most 10 hours a week and that's pushing it. So with that budget of time that's what works. |
| 2012-03-21 11:22 AM in reply to: #4105593 |
Extreme Veteran 692 England | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED Jen, of course you belong on the forum. It's not about how much you do, or who wins the challenges, it's about being part of the group, and providing help and support for everyone when they need it. I know how hard it is to get stuff done during the day. I actually think I find it easier sometimes to get my workouts done when I'm working, as i can't delay or get distracted by other things. I find the structure of fitting things around work easier than having to make my own structure and then try to stick to it. As far as your decision whether or not to do the HIM, do whatever feels like the right decision for you. I can tell you from my experience that you don't have to be super fit to complete it, but if you're struggling with consistent training then maybe this isn't the year for it. With everything that's going on with your son, I'm sure you've got a lot on your plate. I guess the question is, do you find training a relief from the stresses of life, or is it another stress on it's own? If it's another stress, then that's probably the decision made for you. Whatever you choose to do we'll support you. That's what we're here for |
| 2012-03-21 11:44 AM in reply to: #4106627 |
Expert 1109 Guatemala | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED chapfallen - 2012-03-21 11:22 AM Jen, of course you belong on the forum. It's not about how much you do, or who wins the challenges, it's about being part of the group, and providing help and support for everyone when they need it. I know how hard it is to get stuff done during the day. I actually think I find it easier sometimes to get my workouts done when I'm working, as i can't delay or get distracted by other things. I find the structure of fitting things around work easier than having to make my own structure and then try to stick to it. As far as your decision whether or not to do the HIM, do whatever feels like the right decision for you. I can tell you from my experience that you don't have to be super fit to complete it, but if you're struggling with consistent training then maybe this isn't the year for it. With everything that's going on with your son, I'm sure you've got a lot on your plate. I guess the question is, do you find training a relief from the stresses of life, or is it another stress on it's own? If it's another stress, then that's probably the decision made for you. Whatever you choose to do we'll support you. That's what we're here for X2 on Rachel's comment! Jen, we are not letting you go anywhere away from this forum as you are an important part of "Ernesto's little mafia" We've all been in your shoes at some point in time in terms of personal life challenges and we also have to remember that we are not Pro's and that we are not getting paid to do this (nor are we going to loose any major sponsors). It is more of a lifelong complement to our lives and it is very nice to be able to share and learn with this group as we move into new uncharted territory. So hang in there and don't worry about the HIM if you decide not to do it as there are many races going on all the time (especially in your neck of the woods)
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and we appreciate your company as well as Scott's here, and identify with the challenges you have been kind enough to share. | 2012-03-21 1:27 PM in reply to: #4106343 |
Expert 2811 | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED 16.55 miles in 49:59 on the bike. Today I did fall in my driveway. I didn't realize my shoe clipped in when I stepped on the pedal, and I just kept going. I did protect the bike with my body. Fortunately, my wife was at work, kids were at school and none of my neighbors were home, so nobody was there to laugh. - Gabe S 7 / B 12/ R11; Total = 30; 42:38:38
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| 2012-03-21 3:07 PM in reply to: #3942748 |
Veteran 452 Colorado Springs | Subject: RE: Ernesto's group (third season) - CLOSED - Gabe S 7 / B 12/ R11; Total = 30; 42:38:38
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