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junthank

2011-02-22 7:21 PM

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Subject: RE: Hokies 1st Timer's Group - FULL

I didn't realize I was an addict, but I guess I am.

Great article by Chrissie Wellington:

http://espn.go.com/espnw/blog/_/post/6098928/sports-and-addiction

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junthank

2011-02-22 7:46 PM

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Subject: RE: Hokies 1st Timer's Group - FULL

Amanda,

I went on Friel's blog and searched "cleat position". His #1 2010 read post addresses cleat position. I have not tried what he is suggesting but I'll experiment. If you want to read start here:

http://www.joefrielsblog.com/2010/12/top-10-most-read-posts-of-2010.html

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cvochristi

2011-02-23 1:12 PM

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Subject: RE: Hokies 1st Timer's Group - FULL

junthank - 2011-02-22 5:21 PM I didn't realize I was an addict, but I guess I am.

Great article by Chrissie Wellington:

http://espn.go.com/espnw/blog/_/post/6098928/sports-and-addiction

I'm not sure it's good to be saying this, but I wish I could develop something close to this kind of addiction. I'm too laid back, I never get that driven to do something. I have so many interests, that I don't focus on one thing forever.
I saw the picture of the girl in the article and thought "wow, I'd like to look like her". My second thought was "nope, don't want to work that hard". But it would be fun to participate in a sport where you can participate fully and use your physical conditioning for you instead of as a limiting factor.
I've committed to doing 2 sprint tri's this year. I hope that through the training and races I can find a high that keeps me going after my commitment is over.
Christi

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jamesjong

2011-02-23 3:13 PM

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Don't worry guys, i've picked myself up off the floor and i am back in training...i've registered for another tri...

Yes, say that i a gluton for punishment...but i have unfinished business!

Edited by jamesjong 2011-02-23 3:14 PM

jamesjong

2011-02-23 4:10 PM

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cvochristi - 2011-02-22 2:12 PM

junthank - 2011-02-22 5:21 PM I didn't realize I was an addict, but I guess I am.

Great article by Chrissie Wellington:

http://espn.go.com/espnw/blog/_/post/6098928/sports-and-addiction

Yup, great article!!

junthank

2011-02-23 6:17 PM

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Christi,

Glad that you are feeling better and happy to see you back at it today.

That girl is an absolutely amazing athlete. Not only does she rule her women competitors but she is so good that she routinely beats a good deal of the pro men in her races. Genetically she is blessed, many call her a freak (she is that good). Like so many that are successful in their livelihoods I would wager that she gets a deep enjoyment out of doing her work (in her case training).

I hope that you find that high as well Christi. I can tell you this, if you never try it you will never know. At least you won't have any regrets about giving it a shot.

cvochristi - 2011-02-23 2:12 PM

junthank - 2011-02-22 5:21 PM I didn't realize I was an addict, but I guess I am.

Great article by Chrissie Wellington:

http://espn.go.com/espnw/blog/_/post/6098928/sports-and-addiction

Edited by junthank 2011-02-23 6:18 PM

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junthank

2011-02-23 6:26 PM

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James,

That's the spirit. Good for you.

I believe you gained a great deal of experience from your 1st race. Is your next race an OWS where there could be a big swell? Also, how much time have you given yourself to train for the next race?

jamesjong - 2011-02-23 4:13 PM Don't worry guys, i've picked myself up off the floor and i am back in training...i've registered for another tri...

Yes, say that i a gluton for punishment...but i have unfinished business!

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jamesjong

2011-02-24 12:00 AM

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Yes, there will be an OWS, its pretty much the same race distance wise a little further down the coast (still in pretty much the same region of NSW). I've given myself 4weeks to prepare (do you think its enough? Jeff), its pretty much the last race of this lenght that i can do for the season in NSW. I also got myself a wetsuit as well so that will hopefully help.

cvochristi

2011-02-24 4:35 PM

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Good Job James! Glad to see you back here too.

I've got snow and cold temperatures here in Oregon. Suppose to be worse tomorrow. No fluffy flakes for a motivated walk though.....today it's just karate.

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melkat

2011-02-24 5:51 PM

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junthank - 2011-02-22 8:21 PM I didn't realize I was an addict, but I guess I am.

Great article by Chrissie Wellington:

http://espn.go.com/espnw/blog/_/post/6098928/sports-and-addiction

My addictions lately run more toward the Cadbury MiniEggs

Here's another view on exercise addiction:

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703439504576116083514534672.html?mod=WSJ_hpp_editorsPicks_1

I do find that I miss it when I don't workout. I've been sick with a dumb cold all week, plus tapering for a race this weekend and it's just not the same. My energy level is much lower overall when I don't workout. I guess that could make an addiction...doing something because it makes you feel good? I know if I had all the money and free time in the world, I would certainly train and race a whole lot more.

James...great to see you getting back into it!

Amanda...how's your weather in ATL these days? Jeff and I are having it pretty good right now, though I'm dreading the return of summer.

Christi...did you have your belt test?

I'm off for half #17 this weekend. Not expecting miracles. Too many weird injuries and illnesses over the past couple months. Just planning to have fun with this one!

Edited by melkat 2011-02-24 5:51 PM

junthank

2011-02-24 7:08 PM

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Hey James,

Yes, the wet suit will add buoyancy so that should help you out in the water.

Is 4 weeks enough? Ideally what you want to do James is complete the distances in training. If that takes one week to complete then 1 week would be enough. So, I'm not certain if 4 weeks is enough BUT it is what it is, right?

The great news is that you have proven that you can handle the bike and run distances in training and racing. Given that, I would focus most of my attention over the next 4 weeks on the swim. I'm not saying to ignore the bike and run. Still bike and run but make swimming your biggest priority in that training block. A week prior to race day I would SAFELY try and simulate the swim portion of the race. DO NOT TAKE ANY RISKS. After that make an honest go or no-go judgement on doing the race.

jamesjong - 2011-02-24 1:00 AM Yes, there will be an OWS, its pretty much the same race distance wise a little further down the coast (still in pretty much the same region of NSW). I've given myself 4weeks to prepare (do you think its enough? Jeff), its pretty much the last race of this lenght that i can do for the season in NSW. I also got myself a wetsuit as well so that will hopefully help.

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junthank

2011-02-24 7:10 PM

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Christi,

Stay dry and warm and don't get sick again!!!

cvochristi - 2011-02-24 5:35 PM Good Job James! Glad to see you back here too.

I've got snow and cold temperatures here in Oregon. Suppose to be worse tomorrow. No fluffy flakes for a motivated walk though.....today it's just karate.

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junthank

2011-02-24 7:24 PM

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Melissa,

I have similar "sweet tooth" addictions. They get the best of me sometimes.

I have read that WSJ article. There has been quite a bit of banter about it on the blogs out there. That TRI dude in the article approach to his family is not one that I share.

Colds do seem to be going around these days. Take care of it and get better.

Regarding energy levels, I'm similar to you. However, I personally find it to be more of a mental challenge if I miss workouts. Perhaps that is related to not getting a dose of endorphins. Also, getting too much exercise (fatigue) will reduce my energy levels as well. So I have to guard against both conditions.

Good luck with #17 this weekend. Let us know how it goes!

melkat - 2011-02-24 6:51 PM

junthank - 2011-02-22 8:21 PM I didn't realize I was an addict, but I guess I am.

Great article by Chrissie Wellington:

http://espn.go.com/espnw/blog/_/post/6098928/sports-and-addiction

My addictions lately run more toward the Cadbury MiniEggs

Edited by junthank 2011-02-24 7:33 PM

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junthank

2011-02-24 8:17 PM

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Hey Gang,

I was going thru my training log and came across the 2nd Sprint Tri I did back in September of 2009. I know I mentioned it previously but the race director wrote the following after the race that I thought you would find amusing:

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"wow!! what a day!!!!

i got up at 3 am, with a lot a rain at my house, i drove to the shop, and it wasn't raining, i said to myself, looks like it is my lucky day.

when i got the beach it was pouring, the frogs were so loud, i never heard them like that before.

so here i am setting up transition, aka the "SWAMP".

people calling me on my cell, trying to find out if the race is cancel.

life gards, come over at 6:30am, dude it doesn't look good out there, 4 foot waves and up, rip current, but at least it wasn't raining anymore.

the desicion was made to offer people the choice of swimming or not swimming, only few brave triathletes went for it, it was ugly out there, the 2 loops became one very shorty life guards were great, they were all over it, jet ski and all. They got a workout today.

the rest of the race was fine, it start raining just when the race was over."

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I was one of the stupid guys that elected to do the swim. It was not fun and I would never do it again.

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cvochristi

2011-02-24 9:27 PM

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Melissa,

Wonder if we have the same crud that is going around? Started with a slight sore throat for a couple of days with some fatigue, then wham with chills and congested head. I can breath again, but have lingering sore throat and fatigue.

Sorry you are less than full strength for your race. Sounds like you have adjusted mentally though. Hope it goes well for you. I can't imagine running as much as you do. I have an "anti-addiction" to running LOL.

My sweet tooth snagged on some vanilla meringues from Trader Joes today. Not good. I hid them in the pantry. Out of sight, out of mouth?....we'll see.

Had my belt test at the height of my illness. Funny, but I tend to play sports well when sick. I have no nervous energy because I can't spare any. I did good, even without practicing for two days. I moved up to purple belt and am happy to be learning new material again.

Christi

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junthank

2011-02-26 7:01 AM

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Weekend is here and spring is right around the corner. Long ride and short transition tempo run on the schedule for me today.

Get out and have some fun gang.

Edited by junthank 2011-02-26 7:02 AM

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junthank

2011-02-26 1:54 PM

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Good one from Joe Friel: "Your greatest limiter is you. You can do more than you think you can. What's needed is commitment and discipline."

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junthank

2011-02-27 11:17 AM

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Hey Team,

I was reading Christi's log this morning regarding sleep and thinking about my sleep patterns. I try and get 8 hrs of sleep a day. A lot of times that's all I can manage. I do OK on 7 hrs/day, not optimal, but it won't adversely effect me all that much. Less than 7 hrs and I'll start to feel it. I can go around 2 days straight on <=6 hrs/day but on the 3rd day if I don't get 8 hrs. I'll be useless.

I can't remember if I previously mentioned this in the thread or not, but sleep is an important component of your recovery. I read somewhere that while we sleep a growth hormone is released in the body which is important for your muscles. So make sure you are getting adequate amounts of sleep as part of your training routine.

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junthank

2011-02-27 11:25 AM

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Good weekend of workouts for me. For the 1st time in quite sometime I'm really tired from the training. Don't know why, and this may said weird, but I like that feeling.

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junthank

2011-02-28 12:57 PM

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Congrat's to Melissa for completing her 17th HM race!! I still have not done my 1st.

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atlveg

2011-02-28 4:55 PM

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Hi Hokies! Sorry for my absence on both the thread and in my training log - my boyfriend was visiting (lives in Chicago). We went to Chattanooga over the weekend and had a great trail run on Lookout Mountain. I highly recommend it, running or hiking - perhaps the best place I have run in recent memory.

I am back to my regularly scheduled training (and diet - oops) tomorrow.

~Amanda

Edited by atlveg 2011-02-28 4:57 PM

atlveg

2011-02-28 4:59 PM

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Melissa, congrats on your 17th! How did it go?

I think I am up to 11 or 12 now. I am registered for the GA half in two weeks, but probably won't run it.

~Amanda

Edited by atlveg 2011-02-28 4:59 PM

junthank

2011-03-01 10:30 AM

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Good to see you back Amanda. Looks like you enjoyed your weekend (diet and all).

Now its time to get back in the pool

atlveg - 2011-02-28 5:55 PM Hi Hokies! Sorry for my absence on both the thread and in my training log - my boyfriend was visiting (lives in Chicago). We went to Chattanooga over the weekend and had a great trail run on Lookout Mountain. I highly recommend it, running or hiking - perhaps the best place I have run in recent memory.

I am back to my regularly scheduled training (and diet - oops) tomorrow.

~Amanda

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junthank

2011-03-01 10:50 AM

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