Beer Drinker Appreciation Society - Open For Business (Page 164)

#397/400--3100 yds swim this morning. Bailed on my run this morning when I failed to set my alarm and woke up at 10:15am. Oops! Guess I needed some extra sleep. Also glad I had nothing on the schedule for this morning at work.

10:15!!!?? That's just awesome! I would give my eye teeth to sleep that late! Good for you - your body clearly needed it!
So how does it feel to be 3.....yes, 3 workouts away from your goal?! Keep going, girl!! You are awesome!!

So today...I did not workout at all...
I did have 2 people here for measurements in the bedrooms for carpeting and a guy here about our kitchen cabinets, started setting up my class for next semester, got my hair cut and am waiting for the boys to get off the bus so I can take them to get their hair cut and also order the carpet for said bedrooms... I feel like I've accomplished something but yet failed to schedule my workout in. Do as I say and not as I do....don't forget to make your workouts just as much of a priority as everything else. hahahaha

#397/400 (typo yesterday!)--afternoon run with the pup after finishing up finals and grading for the semester!! Woot!! No more classes for four whole weeks!!! Run was rough (no pun intended). I don't know what it is about training in the afternoon, but it sure does make me glad most (all?) races start in the morning!

I'm on the trainer this morning at my school getting maybe my best workout in in the last three months. First 40 minutes was for me next five minutes is for Gretchen and everyone else Who has come so far and worked so hard this year to achieve their goals.

It's on! Thanks for all the support!

#398--run with the pup this morning
#399--swim at lunch

#400--?!?!?!? Don't know yet, but I'll be deciding tonight what that goal meeting workout will be!

My oldest got car sick on the bus ride to school this morning (hot bus and was assigned seating in the back) and he is prone to carsickness...it was his perfect storm so as soon as he got off, up came breakfast and they sent him home. So, I had to bag my PT appt this morning and my swim and sat home playing games and eating junk food with him instead. He enjoyed his "free day" at home relaxing....no, he's not really sick, just got car sick, happens a fair amount, poor kid.

Boo - sorry to hear that your son got sick but glad you got to spend time with him! Eating junkfood is a bonus too!

Check out how far Gretchen has come! Congrats Gretchen! I can't wait to hear all about workout #400. I think you should change your name to DrConsistancy

Went to the PT yesterday and they saw some real progress. Shoulder still hurts and my core is weak but I'm getting closer to where I need to be.

Hard bike yesterday and 2 mile run this morning. It's getting cold up here.

#400!!!--4.39 mi run with the pup. I decided that #400 should be a normal training day, in keeping with my motto this year of consistency. I was whining to my wife that I wanted it to be an epic workout to mark reaching my goal and she said "Every run is epic for Dixie, so there you go."

Thanks to all of you for your support, encouragement, inspires, sharing your stores, and just generally being AWESOME!!!

Edited by drfoodlove 2015-12-17 1:37 PM

So it's done. WTC has now branded the BTB an "IM" race and the price has almost doubled. I hear it's $700 for the full. The following is a quote:

Wilmington's rich history and premier location make it one of the most beautiful cities in the south.

In 2014, Wilmington was honored with the title of "Best Riverfront City in America" by USA Today's 10 Best reader's poll. In 2003, the city was designated by the US Congress as a "Coast Guard City." It is the home port for the USCGC Diligence, a United States Coast Guard medium endurance cutter, and the World War II battleship USS North Carolina, a majestic symbol of this country's hard-earned naval victories in World War II. Located across from the downtown port area, the ship is open to public tours. Other attractions include the Cape Fear Museum, the Wilmington Hammerheads United Soccer Leagues soccer team, and the city's world-class children's museum.
The PPD IRONMAN North Carolina features a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and a 26.2-mile run through coastal and southeastern North Carolina. It is a unique "point-to-point-to-point-to-point" event, with each leg finishing in a different location. (The PPD IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina will take place on the same day.)
The swim starts at the southern tip of beautiful Wrightsville Beach and takes place in a channel connected to the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Always on an incoming tide, the current makes for consistently fast swim times. The bike course then takes competitors from Wrightsville Beach through the outskirts of Wilmington and three surrounding counties before returning to Historic Downtown Wilmington to the second transition area. The two-loop run is an out-and-back, flat and fast run course starting in historic Wilmington and leads athletes around picturesque Greenfield Lake. The race finishes in downtown Wilmington on the Cape Fear River just across from the historic USS North Carolina Battleship.
The 2016 IRONMAN North Carolina offers 30 qualifying slots for the 2017 IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.


Originally from: http://m.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/north-caroli...

#401--2300 yd swim at lunch

Last day of the semester here. Things are very quiet in the gym!

Hey can I join?

41 year old who races in the Fat guy group. this will be my second year. Last season I did 1 sprint and 1 Half Iron. Huge mistake trying to do that distance my first year. I had no idea how to train for it, and ended up with stress fractures in both knees . Ready to start this year and hopefully get some good advice. I have 1 sprint, 1 half iron and 2 intermediates scheduled for this year. i am also doing Ragnar and tough mudder.
I love GOOD beer mostly German and Belgian styles. I brew beer and mead, so I am bit of a beer snob though. Nothing better than coming in from a long run and opening a beer that you made. Yum.

Just completed my first run in six months due to a injury timeout. Wish I could say I feel good, but I feel like I just kicked my own ass. Glad I did it though. The first days are always the hardest. Here's to many more. Cheers.

Better you kicked your own ass than someone else kicking it! Haha! Welcome aboard!! Congrats on getting that first one back in- it's hard to do!!

Heading to the land of powder and Poligamy pale ale! Hahaha! My workouts will consist of carving some pow turns and hoisting 16 ouncers for the next week!
Cheers all!!

Mark: hope your shoulder gets to feeling better soon! I am glad to hear that it doesn't hurt…thank God for small favors! As for Christmas ales I'm kind of partial to Great Lakes Christmas Ale!

BGreen - welcome to the party! There's always and open stool in the BDAS! Congrats on notching your first half Iron Man even though It caused you so much pain that is quite The accomplishment! Two questions what's your name and what's your plan for this year? Congrats on getting that first workout in. The first is always the toughest - it's all downhill from here

Good morning everybody! Do me a favor and keep your eye open for when the new mentor session starts as I want to get our group into next years forum as soon as possible.

Woke up this morning with an incredibly sore shoulder. Really starting to wonder when this thing is going to heal ??

Anyone ever had an impingement?

yes I saw this. I got to sign up a day early for the half. Looks like IM Maryland is out for this year, but I have already told the wife I am going to do the full next year. I'm going to sign up at the half this year to save the $50. I am not real happy about it but not much I can do.

#403---2500yds in the pool this morning. Arrived at the in laws house yesterday afternoon and already needed to pull out the workout card for some alone time this morning! Hoping things settle down this week, or it is gonna be a long one.

#404--unconventional 40min HIIT workout in my in-laws garage this morning due to the torrential thunderstorm going on here! No running due to lightening. No bike available. No swimming due to pool closure. What is a girl to do other than run around like a crazy person in the garage?!? Burpees, jumping jacks, shadow boxing, interrupted by rounds of push ups, planks, calf raises, and whatever else I could think of. Short, intense, and glorious!!!

Happy training everyone!!!

Better to bust hump in the garage than bust your in-laws a$$. My in laws are visiting as well and I feel your pain.

Hi all:

It looks like just a handful of us remain - but I want to be ready when they pull the trigger and start the 2016 forums. So I rewrote my blurb and also created a blank posting for everyone else (Scott and Alan: if you still want to help out, please use mine). Let me know if there is anything I need to change or ways we could make it better.


The Beer Drinker Appreciation Society's Mission: Beer is a great motivator, and we use it to motivate and hold each other accountable. Work hard - drink whatever you want. Beer, Wine, Booze - it doesn't matter as long as it motivates you. Miss a workout - and you just earned a CLP (Coors Lite Penalty - best served warm This group is for everyone! There is a nice mix of experience here so newbies and vets will find the support they need to accomplish their goals.

NAME: David or DQ

STORY: In 2012, I weighed in at a portly 270 lb and decided enough was enough. I started out with a simple sprint and ended up capping off the year with a HIM. The exercise helped me to lose 95 pounds. More importantly, I feel in love with the sport of Triathlon and it's been a passion ever since. For me - it's all about staying happy and healthy.

FAMILY STATUS: I am blessed to be married to my smokin hot wife (Heidi) and during the last 16 years, we've had three kids 15, 13, and 6.

CURRENT TRAINING: Prone to injury, I’m struggling to overcome a shoulder impingement. While I haven’t been in the pool to swim in more than 2 months, I still run and bike 3x per week.

2014 RACES: It was a busy year. I did more than a half dozen sprints and OLYs and wrapped up the year with Challenge Maine HIM with Charles - a fellow BDAS member (chuckles).

RACES PLANNED FOR 15: My schedule is packed this year as I took my bonus and presents from my students to register for a race each month. In March, I’ll be running a Half Mary with John from the group and will also Bandit Boston in April. The highlight will be Ironman Maryland in October and am asking your now for your support.

BEER PREFERENCE: I will drink just about anything but my favorite styles are saison, gueuze, Gose, and other tasty sours. Perhaps my favorite beer on the planet is Two Hearted IPA by Bells. I also make beer and just brewed a mint stout that I'm hoping will motivate me heading into the new year. Stop by for a glass.

WEIGHT LOSS: In 2012, I lost 96 pounds to hit 170. Over the past two years, I've put back 40 pounds of it. Hoping to eat a better so I can toe the line at IMMD weighing less than 170.

WHAT WILL MAKE ME A GOOD MENTOR: To be honest, I would not have been able to accomplish anything without the help of my awesome mentor (thanks DH) and fellow beer-loving mentees. I am so thankful, and I want to repay my debt by helping those who join this group to accomplish their goals. I promise to check the forum everyday and I will do my best to answer your questions and cheer you on throughout the 2016 tri season. As a group, we will use beer to help motivate us to get healthier and happier and to put us in a good position to accomplish our goals and kick a little butt along the way.

Just so you know, two group members, Scott and Alan (both Ironmen who did their first sprint after joining this group), will be helping me support you.

PROST!!!


NAME:

STORY:

FAMILY STATUS:

CURRENT TRAINING:

2014 RACES:

The Plan for 2016:

BEER/WINE/BOOZE PREFERENCE:

WEIGHT LOSS:

WHAT WILL MAKE ME A GOOD BDAS MEMBER:

PROST!!!

It's been a crazy week. My eldest had surgery to fix the GI problems that have been causing him pain for 2+ years. The operation went well but it got me off track exercise and eating-wise. My wife just bought me 10 new outfits that don't fit as motivation (she has lost 40+ pounds... I think that might have been a oh so subtle hint), so I plan on kicking it back into gear tomorrow morning with a run. Gonna be hard to eat well.... my in-laws are in town and my brother is staying with us. But I will try to record my food. Is anyone on My Fitness Pal? I need someone in the new year to bust my chops if I don't log every way.

Merry Christmas everyone!





Edited by Qua17 2015-12-23 9:50 PM