2012 IM Plan, Looking for Constructive Criticism... (Page 2)

well look at pot calling the kettle black

I really wish I could see that plan.  Unfortunately I'm at work right now and it's being blocked. 

I came here as I noted the year...the same year I'm thinking of for my first IM.  I thought people might think I was nuts to have such a long plan.  I'm waiting for a couple of little girls (my daughters) to grow up enough to get themselves ready for school in the morning thus giving me a little more time to train   Shall I become unemployed or something like that, I'd have more time sooner and things could change.

Anyway, some things I have in mine to keep it interesting are some HIMs in other states where I have friends to visit, some fun local mini-tris as it's good practice for transitions IMO, as well as some century rides for charity and 2 marathons in fun places to visit with my family.  Some of these things will take a while to plan and save money for being out of state and bringing family, etc., so I like to stay on top of it.

Good luck to you with following or changing your plan...whatever the case may be.  It's just good to know I'm not the only one with such a long term plan  

Lol I knew it.  Have an ETC yet?  Whats your earned value?  developed a risk management plan yet? 

I'm 5'7" and sitting right around 230lbs. at the moment. About 7 years ago when I was running 5+ miles, 5 days a week  and lifting consistantly I was just under 180lbs. Which is about the weight where I played lacrosse at.

I am challenging myself, I've got 50+ pounds to lose and 6 years of sedentary lifestyle to correct between now and then too. Terrible what money and marriage will do to you!

Well I'm not gonna tell you your plan isn't a good idea because it's clearly who you are and how you think at work there.  I can appreciate long term plans, as I am much a look-to-the-future type too, and I think you're just really psyched up to do tri's (yay!). So I think it's good to say, "OK, I'm shooting for an IM in 2012."

....but past that, I just don't think you can realistically plan your training that far out.  Life is too unpredictable!  And while short-term training plans provide the structure you need to get to your first race, your A-race, etc, planning too much will probably take the fun out of it.  Remember, you aren't at work you're doing a tri!  It's supposed to be your break from all things organized.  

 Best of luck and have fun!