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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Congrats on completing the 5k. I'm sure you had a great time. |
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Extreme Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I have been horrible about writing on here...sorry guys. Look like everyone's training is going well! The triathlon season has officially began! Woohoo!! Andrew: April 12th Starfish 5K, April 19th Marti Estates 5K,May 31st Godstock Triathlon (first one ever for me) then off until Sept 14th for the Angel's Race Triathlon. Mike: April 21st: Boston Mary Greg: April 26th: Signed up for Mary but most likely will only do a 1/2. (BT coach advice) John (BlueRaiderZone): April 26: Country Music Half Marathon (Nashville). This will be my first 1/2 Mary. May 26: GJCC Beginners tri, June 7: Mach Tenn Sprint Tri Barb (Kelownagirl): June 8: Women's 5k, August 17: 1st Sprint Tri, Oct.12 half marathon (or 10K) Some maybes: May 11: duathlon, May 27: Metric Century (for fun only), possibly some time trials this spring. Leanne: March 15th Lo Tide 5km April 6 WAC Sprint April 18 Belew's Lake Sprint May 3 White Lake Sprint Sept 14 Muskoka 70.3 I hope everyone does a race report after their races! I love reading about how everyone does and the experiences they had! |
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() How are the TT going? Do you do TT? Have you decided on when and where to do the TT? Last TT data? The TT sets the Threshhold HR and thus the Z4 max (I think) These are all out efforts. I ask these questions only because I have not done my Bike TT in a while and I think I have lost track of this important effort. All I know is I need to get these pinned down to max out my workout and not waste time. gparris TT's Bike: Today I hope! Run: 5K race-172 bpm Swim: 169 bpm on a 200 yrd sprint Tell us what your TT's are! UPDATE:::: Well I completed my TT on the bike today and set my LTHR to 159. 17.5 mph on hilly cource.
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() quick question...what are TT's? I was assuming that was a Time Trial but I am a newbie so I am not going to assume anything lol. Speaking of Time Trials, do you all have a place that does them out by you? I am going to do the Time Trials down at Lowes Motor Speedway in Charlotte (actually Concord) NC at the end of the month. For 25 bucks we get 7 laps for 10 miles, and they are going to do a 40K time trial there also. |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() firefighter5765 - 2008-04-15 8:39 PM quick question...what are TT's? I was assuming that was a Time Trial but I am a newbie so I am not going to assume anything lol. X2 |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Thanks for the list. I have picked up on some of the terms, but I was still unsure of others. |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hi Mike, I'm interested in joining your mentor group, if it's still open. My name is Linda, I'm a 42-year old newbie. I will be doing my first ever sprint triathlon on June 22nd - the US Women's Triathlon Series in Naperville, IL. I have somewhat of a swimming background - was on my h.s. swim team 26 years ago and also a lifeguard for 6 summers. However, I never really was a fast swimmer...but did have endurance and stamina. That being said, I started my swim training about a month ago. I'm currently only swimming 1 day a week in a healthclub pool (20yd)...I can do 100 lengths in about 40-45 minutes. My half-mile swim (42 lengths) is averaging about 15 minutes or so. I do plan on upping my swimming to 2-3x a week, as soon as the local outdoor pool opens up for the season, over Memorial Day weekend. I recently purchased a new road bike - a 2007 Trek 2100, but haven't had much saddle time yet, due to the unpredictable Chicago weather. That should be changing soon, and I hope to get comfortable on my new bike fairly quickly. In the meantime, I've been taking spin classes 4x times a week for the last 6 months. I did a sprint duathlon back in 1994, so I'm familiar with the bike/run transition. I plan on adding some bike/run brick workouts to my training. Other than getting comfortable with using clipless pedals, I'm not too concerned about the bike portion of the race...since it is only 13.8 miles...which I have easily done many times before. As for my running...well, this is what I consider my "weakness". I ran a bunch of 5k races about 16 years ago. Quit running for a long stretch, but took it up again about 3 years ago. Lately, the majority of my running has been on a treadmill at the gym, due to a lower back condition that I have. I try to limit my outdoor running to no more than 2x a week, otherwise I end up paying dearly for it with severe lower back pain. My treadmill running is usually 3-4 miles on a slight incline (1 - 1.5%) at 6mph. My outdoor runs are generally between 3.5 - 4 miles on relatively flat pavement. Last weekend, I ran my first 5k race of the season...my posted time was 28:19...a personal best for me! I would be open to any advice or suggestions that you see fit in helping me reach my goal of crossing the finish line on June 22nd. Thank you!!! Linda Edited by nscrbug 2008-04-16 4:53 PM |
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hey Linda Welcome aboard! I know how you feel in regards to the lower back pain, I recently had to take an agility test as part of the hiring process for the fire deparetment I now work for and if my chiropractor had not suggested acupuncture I don't think I would have survived it. I had severre pain in my lower back and into my right hip to the point I was unable to get out of the chair without help. After 3 visits to get acupuncture along with TEMS and massage I was back on my feet without any pain. I now go every couple of months as a maintenance program. Has anyone else had any experience with acupuncture? Anyway good luck with your upcoming triathlon.and I am glad to see we have another member of the group. Andrew Edited by firefighter5765 2008-04-17 1:33 PM |
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Welcome Linda: (nscrbug - 2008-04-16 2:52 PM) I'm a 42-year old newbie. Sounds like you have a nice background to me and not such a newbie. I will be doing my first ever sprint triathlon on June 22nd - the US Women's Triathlon Series in Naperville, IL. Nine weeks to go: have a work out plan? Set you week schedule I have somewhat of a swimming background - was on my h.s. swim team 26 years ago and also a lifeguard for 6 summers. However, I never really was a fast swimmer...but did have endurance and stamina. That being said, I started my swim training about a month ago. I'm currently only swimming 1 day a week in a healthclub pool (20yd)...I can do 100 lengths in about 40-45 minutes. My half-mile swim (42 lengths) is averaging about 15 minutes or so. You may be happy to know that this time may be good for most events. It is good that you have the basics already. I do plan on upping my swimming to 2-3x a week, as soon as the local outdoor pool opens up for the season, over Memorial Day weekend. I recently purchased a new road bike - a 2007 Trek 2100, I am jelous, I want a new bike ... LOL but haven't had much saddle time yet, due to the unpredictable Chicago weather. Do you have a trainer? That should be changing soon, and I hope to get comfortable on my new bike fairly quickly. In the meantime, I've been taking spin classes 4x times a week for the last 6 months. I did a sprint duathlon back in 1994, so I'm familiar with the bike/run transition. I plan on adding some bike/run brick workouts to my training. Other than getting comfortable with using clipless pedals, I'm not too concerned about the bike portion of the race...since it is only 13.8 miles...which I have easily done many times before. As for my running...well, this is what I consider my "weakness". I ran a bunch of 5k races about 16 years ago. This is good you know how to run. That a big help. I try to limit my outdoor running to no more than 2x a week, otherwise I end up paying dearly for it with severe lower back pain. You may wish to look at the core training program. I think it really help me out in my lower back. It was really weak. Best of luck with you first Tri .... greg |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Welcome Linda. Is anyone racing this weekend? Isn't the Boston Marathon on Monday? Good Luck Mike!! |
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Regular ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hey Mike, If the group is still open, I would love to join. don't mind me if I copy this from my introduction thread.. I started out as a swimmer and swam for 12 years and even swam at Clemson University for 3 years (got mono and had to stop). I took too many years off after that, ok so only 3, so I have gotten a bit soft and I need a new challenge. I started with my first sprint triathlon last year with absolutly no training. It was alot of fun (despite the pain) and I really wanted to become a triathlete. Per ususal, I procrastinated starting training till 2 weeks before my first one this year and I am now a mere 2 days from this years first triathlon. I am 24 years old and I really am looking forward to becoming a triathlete. I am currently weighing at 228ish and want to get down to about 205 (I really don't think my body will go below that). I work a regular 7-4 job and I have a gf that works alot so I have a good amount of time to train. I am planning about 7 triathlons this year. Hopefully 6 sprint and an Olympic distance at the end of the season. I currently belong to Ohio State University Masters Swim Club, so swimming shouldn't be a problem. My biggest issue will be in getting my running up to par. I know if I was able to properly run I would get good, but I have some foot issues that are holding me back right now. Hope to join the group! David |
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Good luck to you all this weekend: Mike we will be watching for you. All the best. Greg (gparris): April 26th: Signed up for Mary but most likely will only do a 1/2. (BT coach advice) John (BlueRaiderZone): April 26: Country Music Half Marathon (Nashville). This will be my first 1/2 Mary. David: Ohio State Triathlon (Triathlon) 5/4/2008 in Columbus , Ohio Leanne (canadarn2001):May 3 White Lake Sprint Barb (Kelownagirl): May 11: duathlon: maybe Greg (gparris): May 17: HIM Taylorsville Lake KY (Maybe) John (BlueRaiderZone):May 26: GJCC Beginners tri, Barb (Kelownagirl): May 27: Metric Century (for fun only), possibly some time trials this spring. Andrew ( firefighter5765):May 31st Godstock Triathlon (first one ever for me) John (BlueRaiderZone):June 7: Mach Tenn Sprint Tri Barb (Kelownagirl): August 17: 1st Sprint Tri, Greg (gparris) : August 31: IM LOUISVILLE Andrew:Sept 14th for the Angel's Race Triathlon. Leanne:Sept 14 Muskoka 70.3 Barb (Kelownagirl): Oct.12 half marathon (or 10K) Send me your updates and I will add .....greg
Edited by gparris 2008-04-18 10:51 AM |
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() David, Welcome ..... Focus on the bike and strength while the foot heals. I am sure Mike will be back on line after the Boston Mary Monday. greg |
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() John, Saw your post on swimming advice. It took me the first season to work thru the problems. I had the same issue and could not swim 100 yrds before I had to do side stroke. By the end of the summer I could go for 30 mins. It was really odd how all at once I stopped gasping for breath and was able to colm down. Looking back I would tell you to focus on balance in the water and read about total immersion swiming. "long slow strokes" Second I would tell you to do free style followed by breast or side to regain your breath and then back to free. 50free-50side-50free-50side ....or 25-25-25-25 do 3x then 5x then 7x etc... if you know what I mean and keep building. Can you do side or breast and regain your breath? For breathing I think the one per three strokes has to come latter. go for 1x2. switch sides every other lap. You may not want to hear it but you need to fight thru this first part to get started. It will come ... trust me. greg |
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Master ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Thank you all for the warm welcome. I've gained so much knowledge since joining the forum just a few days ago! firefighter - I'm excited to hear that acupuncture worked well for you. I haven't tried it myself, yet...but, had seriously been considering it for some time. There seem to be so many acupuncture places in my area, that it makes it hard to choose one...and I don't know of any friends that go to one, so haven't gotten any decent recommendations. Yeah, back pain sure does suck. I have spondylolisthesis, which is fancy term for a slipped vertebra. My back pain is fairly chronic, but luckily the sciatic pain I was having down my right leg, has all but vanished due to my daily use of an inversion table. I will definitely scope out an acupuncurist to see if it will help with the back pain...would LOVE to get off my prescription pain med permanently!! Greg - I don't have a definite training plan that I'm following...yet. I know that I SHOULD be following some kind of plan, but I just haven't gotten myself to do it yet. I will, though...I promise! See...part of the problem is that I'm a "gym-rat"...I practically live in the gym. I also don't adapt that well to change...so changing my daily workout routine to incorporate a full-fledge training plan is going to be difficult for me. I'm stubborn, so I know that I will want to try and still do my daily gym workouts along with squeezing in the necessary swimming, biking and outdoor running that I'll need to do. Not sure how that's gonna work, but I'm sure I'll figure something out...LOL! And no, I don't have a trainer at home...mainly because I take spinning classes 4x a week. I have a really hard time working out at home, too...hence, the reason I'm always at the gym. Anyways...I'm looking forward to learning as much as I can here! I have MANY questions...so prepare yourselves! LOL Linda |
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Linda, Bring on the questions. We can all learn together. As for the gym stuff, I say use it and don't loss it. There should be a way to blend the two .... Pick a beginner program and we can take a look. Need to get in the pool as you know. I agree that this site has been very good for me as well. Everyone is so helpful ..... greg |
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Extreme Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() david, welcome. This group is awsome. I allow all my memebers to help each other and provide motivation for others. My bib number is 4489 Mike |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() gparris - 2008-04-17 3:14 PM John, Saw your post on swimming advice. It took me the first season to work thru the problems. I had the same issue and could not swim 100 yrds before I had to do side stroke. By the end of the summer I could go for 30 mins. It was really odd how all at once I stopped gasping for breath and was able to colm down. Looking back I would tell you to focus on balance in the water and read about total immersion swiming. "long slow strokes" Second I would tell you to do free style followed by breast or side to regain your breath and then back to free. 50free-50side-50free-50side ....or 25-25-25-25 do 3x then 5x then 7x etc... if you know what I mean and keep building. Can you do side or breast and regain your breath? For breathing I think the one per three strokes has to come latter. go for 1x2. switch sides every other lap. You may not want to hear it but you need to fight thru this first part to get started. It will come ... trust me. greg Greg, I can't believe it. I heeded everyone's advice. I can remember a few people saying "one day it just clicked", well today was the day. I made it 1000 yards. I probably could have gone further but I didn't want to be too sore in the morning. I appreciate you sharing the advice. To those who have just joined, you will love this place. The willingness for people to give good, sound advice on this site is amazing. I've only been on here 2 or 3 weeks and I have learned tons. |
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Veteran![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() GREAT JOB B.R. that's the way to do it! Pretty soon you will have all 77 laps done and heading for Hi for the IM :D I remember how good it felt when I hit 1000, really feels good. |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() It feels awesome. Until a couple of months ago I never dreamed of competing in a hald or IM. Once I started training for a sprint the thought entered my mind, but the swimming was a huge concern. I know it has only been today since I was able to swim 1000, but it makes me wonder if a longer tri is in my future. Thanks for the kind words. |
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