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2009-04-21 7:52 PM in reply to: #2101357 |
Pro 4343 Olney, MD | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) maxmansmom - 2009-04-21 8:47 PM thanks so much to all of you for your inspires and support for my kiddo ! I appreciate it. Two weeks is a long time to wait for results isn't it ? Well, anyway, the next few days will be SUPER busy ! I've had to slow down on how much I am on the computer, turns out it was really hurting my tennis elbow to use the mouse on the laptop. GOOD GRIEF. Anyway, I'm in another one of those few days where working out is not gonna happen. Man I hate that ! Thursday morning I'll be back in the pool "ahhhh" never saw the day I'd love to swim !lol Off to do some inspires for my lovely teamies ! I didn't think I'd be here either, but I really enjoy swimming! |
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2009-04-21 11:17 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Regular 324 Calgary,AB | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) So I need a little help from my mentor group....as you may know I am currently with a local tri club of mostly beginners (of which I am one) but I am looking for a bit more guidance with my training. I will be meeting with the head coach of our tri club on Thursday to discuss possible options of how his coaching group may support me (outside of the tri club) with my goal of completing IMCanada in August. I'd love to hear your thoughts on: What types of questions should I be asking? What questions should I be prepared to answer? What information should I bring with me? Thanks! |
2009-04-22 5:33 AM in reply to: #2101716 |
Expert 1117 Shalimar, FL | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) run_yc_run - 2009-04-21 11:17 PM So I need a little help from my mentor group....as you may know I am currently with a local tri club of mostly beginners (of which I am one) but I am looking for a bit more guidance with my training. I will be meeting with the head coach of our tri club on Thursday to discuss possible options of how his coaching group may support me (outside of the tri club) with my goal of completing IMCanada in August. I'd love to hear your thoughts on: What types of questions should I be asking? What questions should I be prepared to answer? What information should I bring with me? Thanks! Hmm... I'm really out of my depth here. I just charged off on my HIM training without considering getting coaching so I don't really know what to expect. But I think the whole thing centers around planning and building up without injury. I guess the obvious ones you should be prepared to answer are: what are your goals for IM, how much time are you willing to devote to training, what events are your strength/weakness (so that he can tailor a plan that gives you balance), and maybe how much do you know right now about planning, nutrition, etc. Then you could ask him him what sort of interaction you'll have, how often, and how will he give you feedback and advice. What to bring with you -- your checkbook? Good luck, and let us know how it goes! |
2009-04-22 8:21 AM in reply to: #2101716 |
Veteran 243 | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) run_yc_run - 2009-04-21 11:17 PM So I need a little help from my mentor group....as you may know I am currently with a local tri club of mostly beginners (of which I am one) but I am looking for a bit more guidance with my training. I will be meeting with the head coach of our tri club on Thursday to discuss possible options of how his coaching group may support me (outside of the tri club) with my goal of completing IMCanada in August. I'd love to hear your thoughts on: What types of questions should I be asking? What questions should I be prepared to answer? What information should I bring with me? Thanks! x2 the checkbook! My master's swim club just hired a new coach last summer and we got to interview 3 candidates, all of whom were vastly different in their approaches to adult athletes. One was sort of a recreational/social organizer type, one wanted to try every new approach he found, and the one we hired wanted to push the club back into the competitive limelight. Our last coach was in the recreational/social organizer camp and the workouts are vastly different now! I'm sure we'll lose a few members and gain others as we go through this transition. The point being that we had to decide what we wanted before we were able to find the coach who could meet our needs. Cheri had great suggestions. I'd also either bring a computer so you can show him your logs or print them out for the past 3 months - that will allow him to get a more accurate picture of where you are, rather than where you think you are (but both are important!). And maybe a copy of the plan you'd pick if you were on your own? I'd also go into it with a definite idea of what you want to get out of it (the race, that is) and stand your ground! Questions to ask: what's his background, training, education, goals and philosophy. Are there different commitment levels at different prices? What sorts of support are available if you get injured (does he work with and sports medicine types? PT?)? Who else has he worked with? Can you contact them? Just like any other shopping trip, if you go into it knowing what you want, your chances of getting it without wasting money are much better! Good luck! Trish |
2009-04-22 8:28 AM in reply to: #1863539 |
Veteran 243 | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Just wanted to post about a recent snack bar find. (Not snackbar like at a football game or swim meet, but snack bar like clif bar!) Mrs. May's Trio bars. They're gluten free (Susie!), HFCS free, sugar free (they do have cane juice), peanut free and very tasty! About 290 calories each, 6 g of protein, 20 g carbs, some salt, and not gooey! They're a little sticky and I don't think it would be safe to eat them on the move because they have whole nuts & dried fruit in them, but for a special needs bag or a long ride with stops - perfect! Happy training teamies! Trish |
2009-04-22 9:11 AM in reply to: #1863539 |
Pro 4343 Olney, MD | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Happy Earth Day! |
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2009-04-22 11:15 AM in reply to: #1863539 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Hi team... I am back! I am very tired from the long drive yesterday..and all the fun we had on the beach...but back! sorry for my absence... I appreciate all the inspires while I was gone...my dad seems to be doing a tad better...if we can just get him the drugs he needs that would be great! but they cost $2000 a week! just not in our budget..but we are trying to get some co-pay assistance....but MY GOODNESS THERE IS A TON OF RED TAPE INVOLVED! meanwhile he is not getting the drug until then! SUX...cuz we could see the difference it was making! I will sell everything I own if I have to! Lisa...sorry I never got a chance to even call you! I am amazed at how quickly the days flew by! seems like I was going from the moment I got up til I laid my head down on the pillow...no time to sit and relax...was more just GO GO GO! but I do plan on taking another trip there soon! so can I get a rain check on the meeting??? Hope everyone is doing well...will be around to check in on your logs in the next few days...hoping to see lots of activity!....race season is here! have a great hump day! |
2009-04-22 6:55 PM in reply to: #2102080 |
Regular 324 Calgary,AB | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) NoSit - 2009-04-22 7:21 AM run_yc_run - 2009-04-21 11:17 PM So I need a little help from my mentor group....as you may know I am currently with a local tri club of mostly beginners (of which I am one) but I am looking for a bit more guidance with my training. I will be meeting with the head coach of our tri club on Thursday to discuss possible options of how his coaching group may support me (outside of the tri club) with my goal of completing IMCanada in August. x2 the checkbook! My master's swim club just hired a new coach last summer and we got to interview 3 candidates, all of whom were vastly different in their approaches to adult athletes. One was sort of a recreational/social organizer type, one wanted to try every new approach he found, and the one we hired wanted to push the club back into the competitive limelight. Our last coach was in the recreational/social organizer camp and the workouts are vastly different now! I'm sure we'll lose a few members and gain others as we go through this transition. The point being that we had to decide what we wanted before we were able to find the coach who could meet our needs. Cheri had great suggestions. I'd also either bring a computer so you can show him your logs or print them out for the past 3 months - that will allow him to get a more accurate picture of where you are, rather than where you think you are (but both are important!). And maybe a copy of the plan you'd pick if you were on your own? I'd also go into it with a definite idea of what you want to get out of it (the race, that is) and stand your ground! Questions to ask: what's his background, training, education, goals and philosophy. Are there different commitment levels at different prices? What sorts of support are available if you get injured (does he work with and sports medicine types? PT?)? Who else has he worked with? Can you contact them? Just like any other shopping trip, if you go into it knowing what you want, your chances of getting it without wasting money are much better! Good luck! TrishI'd love to hear your thoughts on: What types of questions should I be asking? What questions should I be prepared to answer? What information should I bring with me? Thanks! All good questions/thoughts and suggestions that I will definitely bring along! As he is the coach of our tri club, I already know that I will get along with him really well. I have also heard fantastic things about him, both as coach and athlete, from numerous sources so it will mostly be about how we can make this work and of course the $$. Thanks, Trish and Cheri! If anyone else has some thoughts, please share too! |
2009-04-22 8:23 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) I retreieved this off the web...there are many other great questions...do a google search...you will come up with some top notch questions and ones that may slip your mind....good luck! hoping you will pass on your questionaire as this is something I intend to do this year too! time to move up a notch in this tri world stuff! good luck. When is the meeting??? Choosing Your Triathlon Coach So you have signed up for a race. You are excited and a little scared. You "know" that you have what it takes to finish, but want to get the most of out of the limited time that you have to train. You have significant commitments in your non-tri life, and would like to minimize the disruption on your family and work colleagues. You need some advice to get you through your triathlon journey, and are thinking that a coach could be the way to go. I have been on both sides of the athlete/coach relationship, and wanted to share some ideas on how to get the most out of your coach. Here are some key things to remember when considering a potential coaching relationship: Trust Goals Personality and Style The Plan Share of Mind Over Communication Belief One Plan Structure Knowledge Open Responsibility |
2009-04-22 8:24 PM in reply to: #2102101 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) NoSit - 2009-04-22 6:28 AM Just wanted to post about a recent snack bar find. (Not snackbar like at a football game or swim meet, but snack bar like clif bar!) Mrs. May's Trio bars. They're gluten free (Susie!), HFCS free, sugar free (they do have cane juice), peanut free and very tasty! About 290 calories each, 6 g of protein, 20 g carbs, some salt, and not gooey! They're a little sticky and I don't think it would be safe to eat them on the move because they have whole nuts & dried fruit in them, but for a special needs bag or a long ride with stops - perfect! Happy training teamies! Trish is this a recipe...or do we have to buy it? I am into making my own granola now..and would love any recipes you guys have! I can pass mine on too! mmmm good stuff and healthy too! |
2009-04-22 10:01 PM in reply to: #2102646 |
Extreme Veteran 624 Spring TX | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Girl Passing on Left - 2009-04-22 11:15 AM Lisa...sorry I never got a chance to even call you! I am amazed at how quickly the days flew by! seems like I was going from the moment I got up til I laid my head down on the pillow...no time to sit and relax...was more just GO GO GO! but I do plan on taking another trip there soon! so can I get a rain check on the meeting??? Julie, I don't know when you're planning on heading back this way, but something to keep in mind. The Sugarland Memorial Herman Tri is on June 28th, if you're interested. I did it last year when it was a women's event, this year its coed, and I'm planning on doing it again. Hope you had a nice break! |
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2009-04-22 10:18 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Extreme Veteran 624 Spring TX | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Does anyone belong to a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) group? One opened in our area this year and we decided to buy into it. You "prepay" a local farmer for a share of his crops for the entire growing season which roughly adds up to $10-$15 dollars per week (dependent on if you have a partial share or full share) for ~20 weeks . The produce is grown organically and subject to weather conditions, etc. Shares are distributed weekly and we got our first share today (freshlly harvested on Monday and Tuesday) which included broccoli, micro arugula, green onions, mushrooms, parsley, and a bag of spring mix (already triple rinsed with romaine, red leaf lettuce, tango lettuce, arugula, and mizuna). Later we'll be getting fresh strawberries, potatoes, tomatoes, squashes, beets, herbs, radishes, lettuces, cauliflower (and whatever else the farmer decides to grow). The families in the CSA group are all invited out to the farm next month to take a look at the crops, etc. The farmer will also provide a couple of recipes each week based on what produce is available that week. I'm excited about our weekly bounty because it will force me to try some things I wouldn't normally buy/eat (like beets). |
2009-04-22 11:24 PM in reply to: #2104330 |
Regular 324 Calgary,AB | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) lufferly - 2009-04-22 9:18 PM Does anyone belong to a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) group? One opened in our area this year and we decided to buy into it. You "prepay" a local farmer for a share of his crops for the entire growing season which roughly adds up to $10-$15 dollars per week (dependent on if you have a partial share or full share) for ~20 weeks . The produce is grown organically and subject to weather conditions, etc. Shares are distributed weekly and we got our first share today (freshlly harvested on Monday and Tuesday) which included broccoli, micro arugula, green onions, mushrooms, parsley, and a bag of spring mix (already triple rinsed with romaine, red leaf lettuce, tango lettuce, arugula, and mizuna). Later we'll be getting fresh strawberries, potatoes, tomatoes, squashes, beets, herbs, radishes, lettuces, cauliflower (and whatever else the farmer decides to grow). The families in the CSA group are all invited out to the farm next month to take a look at the crops, etc. The farmer will also provide a couple of recipes each week based on what produce is available that week. I'm excited about our weekly bounty because it will force me to try some things I wouldn't normally buy/eat (like beets). Wow...I don't, but sure wish I did! That sounds like a fantastic win-win situation for the farmer and the families! Unfortunately, if they were to do that in Calgary, we would be living off a very limited selection- short growing season. Although in the Vancouver area, it wouldn't surprise me if there was a program running- there was a experiment turned book a couple of years ago called the 100mile diet where they pretty much ate only what was grown/produced within 100 miles. Further to that short growing season....it started snowing againg this afternoon. sigh.... |
2009-04-22 11:26 PM in reply to: #2104023 |
Regular 324 Calgary,AB | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Girl Passing on Left - 2009-04-22 7:23 PM I retreieved this off the web...there are many other great questions...do a google search...you will come up with some top notch questions and ones that may slip your mind....good luck! hoping you will pass on your questionaire as this is something I intend to do this year too! time to move up a notch in this tri world stuff! good luck. When is the meeting??? Thanks, Julie! I didn't even think to look it up on the web! The poor guy is going to be pummelled with questions! LOL Meeting is tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon. |
2009-04-22 11:27 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Regular 324 Calgary,AB | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Hoping surgeries for Trish's son and and Karen's mom went well today. Thinking of you and your families. |
2009-04-23 6:41 AM in reply to: #1863539 |
Master 1841 Sendai, Japan | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Just checking in.... even though my bike ride yesterday was tough due to the wind, it was the right choice as today was even windier. I got in a really nice run this morning - certainly wind assisted on the way back. I was focusing on maintaining form and expected to run a slower pace. So, I was pleasantly surprised when I checked my watch at the end and found my best 5k time so far this year. It will be interesting to see if I can repeat that time in the next week or two.
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2009-04-23 9:15 AM in reply to: #2104299 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) lufferly - 2009-04-22 8:01 PM Girl Passing on Left - 2009-04-22 11:15 AM Lisa...sorry I never got a chance to even call you! I am amazed at how quickly the days flew by! seems like I was going from the moment I got up til I laid my head down on the pillow...no time to sit and relax...was more just GO GO GO! but I do plan on taking another trip there soon! so can I get a rain check on the meeting??? Julie, I don't know when you're planning on heading back this way, but something to keep in mind. The Sugarland Memorial Herman Tri is on June 28th, if you're interested. I did it last year when it was a women's event, this year its coed, and I'm planning on doing it again. Hope you had a nice break! not sure if it will be that soon...kinda depends on what happens with my dad...but you will be one of the first to know! where is the tri held? where did you swim? SugarLand Memorial is right around the corner from my parents home....would be VERY convenient! maybe....JUST MAYBE!? |
2009-04-23 9:22 AM in reply to: #2104330 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) lufferly - 2009-04-22 8:18 PM Does anyone belong to a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) group? One opened in our area this year and we decided to buy into it. You "prepay" a local farmer for a share of his crops for the entire growing season which roughly adds up to $10-$15 dollars per week (dependent on if you have a partial share or full share) for ~20 weeks . The produce is grown organically and subject to weather conditions, etc. Shares are distributed weekly and we got our first share today (freshlly harvested on Monday and Tuesday) which included broccoli, micro arugula, green onions, mushrooms, parsley, and a bag of spring mix (already triple rinsed with romaine, red leaf lettuce, tango lettuce, arugula, and mizuna). Later we'll be getting fresh strawberries, potatoes, tomatoes, squashes, beets, herbs, radishes, lettuces, cauliflower (and whatever else the farmer decides to grow). The families in the CSA group are all invited out to the farm next month to take a look at the crops, etc. The farmer will also provide a couple of recipes each week based on what produce is available that week. I'm excited about our weekly bounty because it will force me to try some things I wouldn't normally buy/eat (like beets). sounds like a great opportunity! I am going to see if they have something like that here! such a deal! and I love fresh veggies/fruits! funny story about my daughter who once saw an icecream truck in front of our home...she came running and asked for a few dollars....a few moments later she came in and said she had to buy the entire box...he didnt sell singles! I went to the door to see what she was talking about and if this guy was trying to scam my poor 6 year old dd....and found it was a delivery truck for frozen foods...called schwans....big yellow truck with writing all over it...I could see why she thought it was an ice cream truck...we talked to the gentleman for a short time...took a menu from him and from that point forward we had a weekly delivery coming to us! great frozen food...they even had cookies pre made...just drop on the pan and bake! We still see the trucks around...and keep saying we need to contact them again! very reasonable and they deliver to your home! that is wonderful to me! I hate grocery shopping! so if you ever see a big pale yellow truck in your neighborhood and it says SCHWANNS On the side...stop them...you wont be sorry! |
2009-04-23 9:23 AM in reply to: #2104399 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) run_yc_run - 2009-04-22 9:26 PM Girl Passing on Left - 2009-04-22 7:23 PM I retreieved this off the web...there are many other great questions...do a google search...you will come up with some top notch questions and ones that may slip your mind....good luck! hoping you will pass on your questionaire as this is something I intend to do this year too! time to move up a notch in this tri world stuff! good luck. When is the meeting??? Thanks, Julie! I didn't even think to look it up on the web! The poor guy is going to be pummelled with questions! LOL Meeting is tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon. good luck! I am going to gyms today! I really need to find one near my home! the problem is...none of the close ones have a pool! ;( |
2009-04-23 9:25 AM in reply to: #2104400 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) run_yc_run - 2009-04-22 9:27 PM Hoping surgeries for Trish's son and and Karen's mom went well today. Thinking of you and your families. x2~ good healthy thoughts/prayers are heading your way! hugs keep us posted as to how they are doing!! |
2009-04-23 9:28 AM in reply to: #2104565 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) dcon - 2009-04-23 4:41 AM Just checking in.... even though my bike ride yesterday was tough due to the wind, it was the right choice as today was even windier. I got in a really nice run this morning - certainly wind assisted on the way back. I was focusing on maintaining form and expected to run a slower pace. So, I was pleasantly surprised when I checked my watch at the end and found my best 5k time so far this year. It will be interesting to see if I can repeat that time in the next week or two.
I guess I dont remember what chi running is!? midfoot strike, eh? going to google it! anything to help me improve my run! I feel really slow lately!! nice job on getting out there and running! smart of you to go up wind for the tail wind run home! how is the new bike? did I miss the pictures of you on it? or do you still owe us those???? have a great day Dan..thanks for checking in! |
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2009-04-23 12:03 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Champion 7546 Santa Cruz, California | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) morning everyone....going for a swim today. what are your plans for the day? weekend? anyone racing this weekend? |
2009-04-23 3:16 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Expert 929 Hawaii | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Hi all! I was in this mentor group 50 pages ago. How's everyone? What'd I miss? |
2009-04-23 3:33 PM in reply to: #2106148 |
Pro 4343 Olney, MD | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) naners - 2009-04-23 4:16 PM Hi all! I was in this mentor group 50 pages ago. How's everyone? What'd I miss? Yeah, we've got a lot of pages don't we? We laughed, we cried, we raced, we lived, we loved. |
2009-04-23 3:46 PM in reply to: #1863539 |
Extreme Veteran 600 Indiana | Subject: RE: Girl Passing on Left (FULL) Hi all ! PHEW Lexi made it through her dance recital rehearsal ! PHEW, now we just have to get her through tomorrow night's BIG SHOW !! WOOHOO She gets her hair done by my hairdresser tomorrow, I tried to roll her hair with my mom's help (she had not done that since I who am now 40 was in kindergarten) ! lol Anyway, her curls fell out in no time......sigh...but tomorow night we are going to a pro ! lol Anyway, today i got in an hour at teh pool complete with a 1.18 lap which for me is fast, and drills. I am also working on an open turn, it's in stages so I must look rediculous ! lol I go back tonight as well for the rubber ducky swim club which is normally an hour as well. they asked if I would lead it since they will all be gone..........oh right, that is like letting a coo coo run the asylum.......SPELLING ? anyway, I'll give it a go. Oh, and "the stupid award for the day goes tooooo........ME" !! I put lotion on my face this a.m and then could not figure out why my goggles would not seal !!! Off to inspire my lovelies ! |
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