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 2007-03-29 9:17 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 48  Searcy, AR |  Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULLI just want to take the time to say that everyone in this group really inspires me. Everyone here is really good about pushing each other just the right amount. I wanted to chime in on what Steve was saying to mdelder. You should be very proud of your first tri! I agree with Steve that you are now a tri-athlete. You finished the race. Not many people in this world can say that they have ever done that. Keep your head up. I've already done a race and am training for others, but I don't think I would want to go up against you because you would smoke me in every event.  I mean, come on, you ran 11 minute miles after riding hard on a mountain bike for, what 13 or 14 miles! That's awesome! Just wait until you get that new bike. Keep your head up. You are really an inspiration! Everyone here, I just want to say thanks. Everyone here is doing great and I love hearing how everyone is doing. When richtherunner posts about his sub-freezing runs and says something like, hey, it wasn't so cold today, I just shake my head in wonder. If I had a glass, I would raise it to you all. I look forward to this race season and hearing about everyone's races. Take care. |
| 2007-03-29 9:44 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 32 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Thank you all so much for all the encouragement and support. The tri didn't feel that great at the time, but when I sit back and think about it, I managed fairly well. Thank you for helping me to see that! You're right, Dusty... Cheers to you all! Jan, what a race! That's so awesome, and it feels so good to meet the goals you set for yourself. Now for the full marathon... go big or go home, right?!  |
| 2007-03-29 10:20 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Pro 4100  Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL FOLKS FOLKS FOLKS.. HERE IS A MUST FOR YOU!!!! Please click on the link to this website. A guy by the name of Dave Warden runs this sight, and it is very informative. A lot of knowledge and experience from him, and others. I would strongly recommend that you guys not only LOOK @ the site, listen to the podcast, but one in particular. He puts on a 45 minute podcast about the top 20 things that you can save time during your race (and get the most bang for your buck!). http://www.tri-talk.com/ Spend a few minutes going through this. It WILL HELP! |
| 2007-03-29 7:04 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Inspiring photo's, sayings, and funnies.... http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/photos/photo-thumbnail... |
| 2007-03-29 8:14 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 29 Beaverton, Oregon | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL "...we do not levitate to the top of buildings, we climb the stairs." Would someone please remind of that every now and then? |
| 2007-04-04 6:16 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL HEY HEY HEY! HOPE ALL IS WELL w/ everyone. I have been slacking on my "MENTORING" things have been crazy busy the past few days, along w/ battling some sort of sickness/cold/stress, etc.... Workouts are good for everyone? Weather is getting nicer around the country!? I have actually been able to get outside a few times myself. Funny story. Saturday went skiing and got rained on! Sunday went hiking and got snowed on! EL NINO!!!!! HA! Good news.. I found out Monday that I was excepted back to the Amino Vital Team this year to race under their name! YIPPEE! That is motivation for getting out! GOOD LUCK TO ALL! Edited by swbkrun 2007-04-04 6:27 PM |
| 2007-04-07 12:28 PM in reply to: #726847 |
Member 29 Beaverton, Oregon | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL I started riding outside last week. Indoor spinning has really helped my form - especially the pull-up on the pedals, and spinning circles. I have this 'classic' Trek road bike: steel frame, 10 speed, with shifters on the down-tube. I've been whining about how I don't have climbing gears, but you-know, I just suck it up and grind up the hills. I think it'll make me that much stronger. At any rate I keep dropping my training partners on the climbs so I must be doing something right. Speaking of training partners, I have this new partner I ride with. He is great! A couple of weeks ago we were going to ride this route for my May 5th Sprint Tri, but it was windy cold and rainy (in Oregon? Really?) Anyway, I was ready to bag it but not him! We went out anyway and had a great ride. Now I have no excuse. Every Monday night - 15 miles rain or shine. Be safe. There are some crazy drivers out there! |
| 2007-04-09 12:12 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 42 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL I don't know about you guys, but I'm ready for this cold snap to be over! How was everyone's Easter?? |
| 2007-04-09 12:29 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Easter was great. Did the family thing, and cleaned out the garage (MUCH NEEDED!!) Also a much needed rest day from Exercise. I have an adventure race on Tuesday night, so these next 2 days will be NICE! |
| 2007-04-12 10:23 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 47 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Got my first race coming up Sunday. Duathlon (2 mile run, 11.5 mile bike, 2 mile run). Anybody got any last minute tips? Got any good food recommendations for the night before and the morning of? Later, Benson |
| 2007-04-13 6:26 AM in reply to: #759590 |
Veteran 222 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL DscoNfrno - 2007-04-12 11:23 PM Got my first race coming up Sunday. Duathlon (2 mile run, 11.5 mile bike, 2 mile run). Anybody got any last minute tips? Got any good food recommendations for the night before and the morning of? Later, Benson Hi Benson, I usually have a bagel (with butter not cream cheese) for breakfast the morning of a race. Usually about 2 hours before. A little juice and some water is good too. Other than that you should be ok, as it is not a really long race. What is your expected time? Good luck and looking forward to reading your race report. |
| 2007-04-13 8:06 AM in reply to: #759707 |
Member 47 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL richtherunner - 2007-04-13 6:26 AM DscoNfrno - 2007-04-12 11:23 PM Got my first race coming up Sunday. Duathlon (2 mile run, 11.5 mile bike, 2 mile run). Anybody got any last minute tips? Got any good food recommendations for the night before and the morning of? Later, Benson Hi Benson, I usually have a bagel (with butter not cream cheese) for breakfast the morning of a race. Usually about 2 hours before. A little juice and some water is good too. Other than that you should be ok, as it is not a really long race. What is your expected time? Good luck and looking forward to reading your race report. Thanks for the input Rich. I'm shooting for 1 hr 10 min. Hopefully a 7:30 pace on the run and avg 20 mph on the bike. The bike avg is the one I'm most concerned about. Not sure I can avg. that speed for that long. We'll see. Benson |
| 2007-04-14 10:27 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 42 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Good luck Benson..that'll be fun. I have a question also, I'm 2 weeks away from my first tri and I plan on tapering the last week, but what are the right workouts to taper so that I'm optimal for the tri? Like distance/time/exertion/etc... |
| 2007-04-15 2:16 PM in reply to: #761059 |
Member 47 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL adam.gentzler - 2007-04-14 10:27 AM Good luck Benson..that'll be fun. I have a question also, I'm 2 weeks away from my first tri and I plan on tapering the last week, but what are the right workouts to taper so that I'm optimal for the tri? Like distance/time/exertion/etc... The only tapering I did for my race today was to not run or ride Friday or Saturday. I typically have a brick on Saturday's and a long ride on Friday's. I still swam earlier this week, but then again I did a duathlon and not a tri. I don't think I'll do any tapering for my race on May 5th either. I'll just take Thursday and Friday off, race on Saturday. Speaking of races, mine went well this morning. I have put all the details on my race log if anyone wants to take a look. I beat my goal time of 1 hr 10 min, but was dissapointed in some of the decisions I made along the way in the race. More details are in the race log. later, Benson |
| 2007-04-15 2:53 PM in reply to: #761852 |
Veteran 222 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL DscoNfrno - 2007-04-15 3:16 PM Speaking of races, mine went well this morning. I have put all the details on my race log if anyone wants to take a look. I beat my goal time of 1 hr 10 min, but was dissapointed in some of the decisions I made along the way in the race. More details are in the race log. later, Benson Great job Benson. I read your race log and it sounds like you had a good race and learned some good lessons on the way. Way to go! Your next race will be even better. |
| 2007-04-20 8:39 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Veteran 222 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Well, finally the spring weather is hitting Canadian soil this weekend. Highs in the mid to high teens (deg C) and even into 20's on Sunday. So to celebrate, I have signed up for my first multisport race of the season. The Victoria's Duathlon in Waterloo on May 21st. It's a 4k/24k/4k race so will be ideal for guaging my fitness. Too cold for the swim, so figured a Du would be good instead. No that I have signed up, training starts in earnest. |
| 2007-04-23 10:42 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Glad to hear that all is well with everyone, and RACE SEASON IS UNDERWAY FOR SOME! I am back in the country after having no computer access for 10 days (WHICH WAS REALLY NICE!). |
| 2007-04-29 10:33 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Veteran 222 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Did a nice 10.6k run this morning and actually feel great after. No Achilles pain or stiffness so far (about an hour and half later), so that is a great sign that things are looking up. After cutting the grass, I'm playing 9 holes of Golf so that will also keep things loose. Hope all of you are having a great weekend. |
| 2007-04-30 12:38 AM in reply to: #780391 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL richtherunner - 2007-04-29 8:33 AM Did a nice 10.6k run this morning and actually feel great after. No Achilles pain or stiffness so far (about an hour and half later), so that is a great sign that things are looking up. After cutting the grass, I'm playing 9 holes of Golf so that will also keep things loose. Hope all of you are having a great weekend. GOOD TO HEAR THAT YOU ACHILLES IS DOING GOOD! |
| 2007-04-30 12:49 AM in reply to: #645139 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL HEY HEY HEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SOME OF YOU HAVE NICE WEATHER AND ARE RACING THESE DAYS!! A COUPLE OF YOU THIS WEEKEND AS WELL!!!! MDELDER--- ST. ANTHONY'S! ADAM--- JAMES O'ROUKE MEMORIAL TRIATHLON! COME ON! SHARE THE LOVE! LET'S US KNOW HOW IT WENT! |
| 2007-04-30 11:31 PM in reply to: #780936 |
Member 42 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Welp....my first tri is under my belt! Kind of an up and down experience. Training the week before was a little scattered b/c I went home for the week before, but did get some good/much needed riding in. I got to the race the day before for packet pick up, etc. The heats started at 8:30am, so I got there at 7 to set up my transition. That took 3 min. Ran into some ppl I know, and a BTer so that was good. But I was in heat 15 of 19 (slowest to fastest). So I didn't get to start till 11:50. Bad news b/c I ate a bowl of oatmeal at 6:30 and then all I had was a gu packet about 20 min before the race...I'll fill out a race report here in a minute as to not take up an entire page of positng. If you don't care to read it then here's the short version: 500 yd swim=8:13, T1=2 min ish, 14 mile bike,=47 ish, 5k= 26:30ish. Had to walk a mile...not cool. Other than that, how sweet it is! I'm now spending 3 days fishing in one of the best fishing lakes in NE. Not a bad 4 days!!! Talk to you guys soon! Adam |
| 2007-05-01 12:20 AM in reply to: #782791 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL adam.gentzler - 2007-04-30 9:31 PM Welp....my first tri is under my belt! Kind of an up and down experience. Training the week before was a little scattered b/c I went home for the week before, but did get some good/much needed riding in. I got to the race the day before for packet pick up, etc. The heats started at 8:30am, so I got there at 7 to set up my transition. That took 3 min. Ran into some ppl I know, and a BTer so that was good. But I was in heat 15 of 19 (slowest to fastest). So I didn't get to start till 11:50. Bad news b/c I ate a bowl of oatmeal at 6:30 and then all I had was a gu packet about 20 min before the race...I'll fill out a race report here in a minute as to not take up an entire page of positng. If you don't care to read it then here's the short version: 500 yd swim=8:13, T1=2 min ish, 14 mile bike,=47 ish, 5k= 26:30ish. Had to walk a mile...not cool. Other than that, how sweet it is! I'm now spending 3 days fishing in one of the best fishing lakes in NE. Not a bad 4 days!!! Talk to you guys soon! Adam CONGRATS ADAM! YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
| 2007-05-04 2:56 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 32 | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL Hi guys. I completed St Anthony's Olympic Tri on Sunday! (I would have been in touch sooner but we went on a cruise to celebrate appropriately!) I will post more details later, but it was a lot of fun and fortunately the bay conditions were so perfect. I was on pace (or ahead) of my normal training except for the run. Really wanted a 3:30 finish but ended at 3:38. Swim--35.09, Bike--1:38, Run--1:19. I opted to not wear the wetsuit (lack of training in it) and wonder now how/if it would have affected my time, and running after the swim/bike is not easy, but try it at noon on a cloudless day in Florida! Thank you all for the support and encouragement. We're already talking again about next year. I have no races planned but hope to do a sprint in the coming months. |
| 2007-05-04 5:07 PM in reply to: #789223 |
Pro 4100 Wherever the trail takes me, WA. | Subject: RE: SWBKRUN MENTOR GROUP - FULL mdelder - 2007-05-04 12:56 PM Hi guys. I completed St Anthony's Olympic Tri on Sunday! (I would have been in touch sooner but we went on a cruise to celebrate appropriately!) I will post more details later, but it was a lot of fun and fortunately the bay conditions were so perfect. I was on pace (or ahead) of my normal training except for the run. Really wanted a 3:30 finish but ended at 3:38. Swim--35.09, Bike--1:38, Run--1:19. I opted to not wear the wetsuit (lack of training in it) and wonder now how/if it would have affected my time, and running after the swim/bike is not easy, but try it at noon on a cloudless day in Florida! Thank you all for the support and encouragement. We're already talking again about next year. I have no races planned but hope to do a sprint in the coming months. It is hard to judge how you would have done w/ your wetsuit.. not being used to it. You may have felt constricted and had a "panic attack." Causing you to want to do the breast stroke the rest of the way, but you would have for sure save yourself about 2-3 minutes. GREAT JOB THOUGH! |
| 2007-05-04 5:31 PM in reply to: #645139 |
Member 47 | Subject: Good job guys Good job on your races guys. I'll be happy if I perform as good as you have Adam. I was impressed. I have my first tri tomorrow (CB&I Tri in The Woodlands, TX). I've only got one problem going into this race. I've been sick all week with some sort of sinus/upper respiratory infection. Yeah, not pretty. Ran a fever Tuesday afternoon and lost my voice completely last night and today. The upshot is that I'm on the rebound now. However, I'm still not 100%. Does anyone out there have any advice for doing a race when you might be a little under the weather still? Thanks guys and have a good weekend. |
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