Oriolepwr and QuincyF's Magical Mys-tri Tour "The Sequel" -On Tour!! (Page 14)

Sorry I can't help.  I've never rented a wet suit.  I don't swim with a swim cap either but can see how it would be beneficial to get use to it.  I bought a silicon one just because it seemed nicer.

OK, time for an update.....

Much has happened since I joined the tour. First things first. I decided, somewhat reluctantly, to run the half marathon instead of the full. I have the unexplainable urge to run a full marathon. But I am learning to accept the fact that I need to be patient and allow my body to catch up to my goals.  My longest run to date is 10 miles. That was two weeks ago. I feel confident that I can add 3 more miles to that without dying.

So now I can add in more cycling without the fear of sabotaging my running. Also, I have some pains that I hope will subside with less running. I think one may be a ?metatarsal issue. Honestly I think I am trying to avoid the injury issue altogether. I am afraid if I stop that I may not start again................... It sounds stupid when you type it out like that. 

Guess I need to go to the doctor huh? 

I feel like this is an AA meeting....

"My name is TJ, and I have an injury."

Ugh, How do you know when you need to just harden up vs seek medical attention?

Good morning everyone!  Well, the first Half Marathon is behind me, but I am through it. It was an awesome day weather wise at mid-60's slight breeze and sun.  Had a PR at 2:03!  Not much else I guess to report outside of some sore knees today. 

I hope that everyone is doing well.

Ok, I have a podiatrist appointment for Thursday.

Matt,

Congratulations! That is a great time for a half, especially your first one. You'll be under two hours in no time!!

I feel for you, TJ! There's nothing worse than an injury for an endurance athlete. I think you made a very wise, but difficult, choice on switching to the half. Even though the distance is only twice a half marathon, training for a marathon is much more than twice as difficult!! I compare it to having twins. People always say "it must be twice as hard with twins" but I think, in reality, it's more than twice as hard!! Anyway...I'm rambling now....

As far as your injury, you really won't know for sure what's going on unless you have it evaluated by a professional (probably an x-ray). That being said, I had so many pains/injuries when I first started marathon training. Most of them responded very well to a week (at most) off, decreasing mileage or intensity of training, and RICE. I can't tell you how tired I am of hearing RICE is the best thing you can do for an injury...but, really, it is!! Of all my injuries, the pelvic stress fracture (yes...I really got a pelvic stress fracture from overtraining!!) was the worst, and I ended up taking 4 weeks off and easing back in, and have had no further problems.

I really think that the triathlon training is going to help you get to your half marathon/marathon goal with less chance of injury. If you can keep your cardiac conditioning up even if you have to decrease your running mileage, it will be so much easier to get back to top running shape, even if you do have to take some time off.

It's nice to have an AA...I mean TA group!! I'm embarrassed to talk to my friends about my training because it really does feel like an addiction. I used to call myself a pathological runner...at least I'm a little more well rounded now

Today and last weeks question.

Last week I asked if anyone has rented a wetsuit and comments about doing so.

Does anyone train with a swim cap? pros/cons  latex vs. silicon  I'm not allergic to latex. 

Tom

UGHH!! I just got back from a house hunting trip in Mississippi. I haven't done one bit of exercise since Wednesday, and I have eaten my weight in fried seafood!! I just had a chance to look through all the recent posts. I appreciate everyone trying to help out on the swim panic issues. I think if we all keep brainstorming, and trying different techniques we'll get there!! I too have quite a background in OWS (not racing). I'm almost embarrassed to admit that I am a certified OW rescue diver...it makes my panic issues that much worse!! I'm thinking that my main issues are the wetsuit constriction, and the adrenaline surge at the beginning of the race, which increase my heart rate and respirations before I even get into the water, then the cold water shock which elevates them further. Combine all that and it leaves little room for controlled breathing. My next plan is to do a reverse sprint in a couple weeks, which ends with a pool swim. Obviously I will be more tired for the swim, but hopefully my adrenaline will be normalized by then, which will at least allow me to control my breathing. I'll let you know how it goes!!

I'm not starting out too well on our competition!! At least I took my RHR every morning!! That was the extent of my physical exertion!!

   A deep aching pain under the ball of my left foot. Not a sharp stabbing pain but it does hurt to walk. It started sometime after my 10 mile run. I don't remember a moment when it started hurting. There was a symphony of aches during and after. They faded, but this one remained. I can run on it. I did 5mi on Saturday, but last night and today i'm paying the price. I consulted Dr. Google this morning and realized I may have something that won't go away by just adding miles.

    Frankly at 6'5" 270 I feel lucky to not have had any major problems along the way. I am doing things that "normal" people my size don't do. There are consequences for the lifestyle i used to lead. Time to pay the price and keep moving forward, but maybe on a bike for awhile......or in a pool.

Obnoxious Mommy Alert!  Can't resist sharing a pic of my beauty at her First Communion! 

Jacki

Obnoxious Mommy Alert!  Can't resist sharing a pic of my beauty at her First Communion! 

Jacki

Shelly-  YES!  you get the points just for taking it.     But you know that fancy garmin you have?    wouldn't it be interesting to see what your resting heart rate is  WHILE you are sleeping?   You can do that if you want.    I've tried that before On my Garmin 405   It will even create a graph for you.   See if you can set yours to do that. 

Good morning everyone!  Well, the first Half Marathon is behind me, but I am through it. It was an awesome day weather wise at mid-60's slight breeze and sun.  Had a PR at 2:03!  Not much else I guess to report outside of some sore knees today. 

I hope that everyone is doing well.

Hi all.  I have a race report...kind of!  Today was the 500 Festival Half Marathon here in Indy.  A race I've done many times.  Too many times, b/c I'm past the point of wanting to pay $80 to run with 35,000 other people who mostly get in my way and slow me down.

Soooo...last year I started the Annual Jacki Personal Half on the Day of the 500 Festival Half.  Happy to report I had a great run and I'm really happy with my time!  1:56:30.  Not a PR, but very good for me since I haven't really been focused on my running lately.  Felt really good...even the last few miles. 

That's race #2 checked off my calendar for this season.  One Tri down and one half mary down.

It's been a big day for the fam.  Did the run this morning, watched the youngest spawn score 3 goals in her soccer game, then got her and the rest of the gang dolled up for her First Communion, all while celebrating the 14th Anniversary of meeting DH at the Kentucky Derby on May 5, 1998!  Wow...what a day!! 

Jacki

UGHH!! I just got back from a house hunting trip in Mississippi. I haven't done one bit of exercise since Wednesday, and I have eaten my weight in fried seafood!! I just had a chance to look through all the recent posts. I appreciate everyone trying to help out on the swim panic issues. I think if we all keep brainstorming, and trying different techniques we'll get there!! I too have quite a background in OWS (not racing). I'm almost embarrassed to admit that I am a certified OW rescue diver...it makes my panic issues that much worse!! I'm thinking that my main issues are the wetsuit constriction, and the adrenaline surge at the beginning of the race, which increase my heart rate and respirations before I even get into the water, then the cold water shock which elevates them further. Combine all that and it leaves little room for controlled breathing. My next plan is to do a reverse sprint in a couple weeks, which ends with a pool swim. Obviously I will be more tired for the swim, but hopefully my adrenaline will be normalized by then, which will at least allow me to control my breathing. I'll let you know how it goes!!

I'm not starting out too well on our competition!! At least I took my RHR every morning!! That was the extent of my physical exertion!!

OK, time for an update.....

Much has happened since I joined the tour. First things first. I decided, somewhat reluctantly, to run the half marathon instead of the full. I have the unexplainable urge to run a full marathon. But I am learning to accept the fact that I need to be patient and allow my body to catch up to my goals.  My longest run to date is 10 miles. That was two weeks ago. I feel confident that I can add 3 more miles to that without dying. <--- That is quite a statement if you knew me a couple of years ago.

So now I can add in more cycling without the fear of sabotaging my running. Also, I have some pains that I hope will subside with less running. I think one may be a ?metatarsal issue. Honestly I think I am trying to avoid the injury issue altogether. I am afraid if I stop that I may not start again................... It sounds stupid when you type it out like that. 

Guess I need to go to the doctor huh? 

I feel like this is an AA meeting....

"My name is TJ, and I have an injury."

Ugh, How do you know when you need to just harden up vs seek medical attention?

Today and last weeks question.

Last week I asked if anyone has rented a wetsuit and comments about doing so.

Does anyone train with a swim cap? pros/cons  latex vs. silicon  I'm not allergic to latex. 

Tom

Obnoxious Mommy Alert!  Can't resist sharing a pic of my beauty at her First Communion! 

Jacki

Beautiful!!