Stef's Peer-Support Group - FULL (Page 2)

My race is outside of Hartford, CT.  I realized after I posted that I really should share a little more about myself.....

I am married and have a little dog, no kids yet.  I work full time and my job keeps me very busy.  I travel about 50% of the time, but training for a triathlon can really be done anywhere so I can still keep up with the training schedule.  I was very athletic in HS, went to college, got married, and now its 10 years out of HS and I am so out of shape.  My biggest concern is the run with the triathlon, as I enjoy biking and swimming.

I really just want to finish the triathlon, I am not so concerned with how long it takes me or what I place.  Losing a bit of weight along the way would be a benefit as well.  My husband is a runner and doing his first marathon this summer so we motivate each other, but I think this board will really help with my confidence and not feelling so alone in this journey.

Hey stef!  You still have room?

Hey Andi!  Welcome aboard!! 

Brittany!  We've all been there - or are there right now.  Don't worry - the run will come and having a spouse who is also active is wonderful!!

THE FREAK OUT HAS OFFICIALLY STARTED.  So my question today is about warming up before the swim in a race.  What do most of you do?

I dont really warm up - I do arm circles and jump in place - but I don't swim.  Is it a sprint?  You will probably want to get wet if you have a suit - so maybe a little to get the feel of the water?  Going under completely is always a good idea - just to blow out bubbles and remind yourself that you're going to have a great time. 

yes.. its a sprint.

Good question MHM in my couch to sprint triathlon program  it said warm up and had no clue what they ment. I just jumped in and swam and did the same thing with the biking. The running is still mostly walking so i didnt you could realy warm up for that.

mhm

I did my first sprint tri a few weeks ago with the swim in a pool. I got in the pool about 20 mins before the start of the race a did about 150m swim. I'm a new swimmer so I felt like I needed to get in and deal with the nerves before the race started. From my experience, I think getting the feel of the water before you start is a good idea.

Okay everyone!  The weekend is almost here! Any big plans?  We know Marie is racing her first tri this weekend!!  She's going to have an amazing time!!  Anyone else racing?  Or big training plans? 

I'm running a 5k on Sunday morning - hoping to set a new PR... I haven't been running fast lately - just running - so I'm hoping that I can hold the pace that I want.  (I didn't want to "train" for the 5k - I wanted to stay on track with my 1/2 training...)

Tonight is my 48k ride and then tomorrow is my rest day for this week! Whooohooooo!  I am actually riding a little tomorrow - we have a Meet & Greet for the Lung Association Ride.

Have a great day everyone!!

The weekend is here .  The forecast for my race on Sunday is humid and WINDY (eek).  I have a feeling that I am most worried about the swim, but that the bike will e the biggest challenge for me because of hills and wind.  But my concern right now is about being safe and not causing wrecks etc because of my inexperience.  

Are there water stations on the bike portion?  Do people get off their bike ever?  If they do what is the protocol?  Because I'm slow, I'll be BOP'er and so I don't think there  will be a group around me.  I figure I'll be by myself most of the way.  My goals is to just to finish - hopefully not DFL.    I'll be glad to finish at whatever time but I hope to finish the swim in under 10 minutes, the bike in an under an hour and my run in under 35.  All of those are very realistic goals.  I am considering not running with a watch at all so I can just enjoy the race and go for it.

Thanks for reading my ramblings.  Nervous energy I guess! 

Yay!! Nice weather makes training SO much more fun!! *smiling*  It's important to recognize our weaknesses - it helps us work on them.  It is easier to keep pace with something that keeps you on track bike/treadmill/etc.  There are lots of toys you can invest in to help you outside as you learn how you ride/run...

I have a Nike+ for my iPod which tells me my pace.  It's not 100% accurate - but it was 25$ and is a lot cheaper than a Garmin... It does enough for me... Plus it's fun to play with.  You can get a speedometer with cadence that tells you your RPMs on the bike - so you know where you're at.

However, the more you do - the better you know yourself.  Plus - if you start slow you're less likely to overdo it and then not want to go out again.... being successful is motivating!

Enjoy your workouts!!

Hey Guys

I'm running the Derby Mini Marathon (13.1) on Saturday. Looking forward to the sunshine and warm weather. Good luck Stef on your 5k and Marie just enjoy the race. Trust me when I say you will not be the only newbie doing the sprint tri. I was in your shoes just a month ago and I got passed a lot in the pool. I was one of those hanging on to the wall but not the only one. I finally made it out of the pool and was so pumped just to make it out that I did better on the bike and run than expected.

Carrie

Carrie!  Good luck in your race!!  I'm glad you've got nice weather too!!  Let us know how it goes!!

Good Luck Carrie

It's Saturday - it's sunny and beautiful here in Southern Ontario.  Last night I tangled with a pair of dogs on the bike and lost - so I'm suffering a little from the crash.  The bike seems to be A-Okay with the exception of the handlebar tape.  I haven't checked my shoes yet - but I didn't like them anyway - so it's an excellent excuse for a new pair! 

I'm hoping that I'll still be able to run tomorrow- although I might not be racing....

Good luck with workouts/races/fun this weekend and keep us all posted on how you're doing!!!

CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is SO exciting!!!!!  Wow!!!  Enjoy your ride!



Okay - let me know when you get this one!! I've always been jealous of that move.  I grew up doing the fancy kick your right leg over the horse and drop down with your back to the saddle when I was riding - but I've never mastered that spectacular one leg dismount on a bike!



Excellent!! Positive self-talk is important!  We are our own best cheerleaders!!!  You'll definitely be able to do it and setting a goal to complete one is excellent!!  Whooohoooo!!

I'm better - I'm sore and feeling just a little sorry for myself - but I'll be okay.  I'm going to run tomorrow - my brother broke his toe - so he's out ... but I'll go and just jog it anyway - it will be fun and it's for a great cause!

Good luck to everyone who is racng this weekend. MHM let me know how your first race went. My first race still coming but in July. Saturday is my day off so im relaxing on the couch perfect. Tomorrow i swim and walk maybe start running a little im on the couch potato plan to sprint triathlon. And its raining pooring here. I'm still near the couch potato s a work in progress

Stef - glad to hear you are feeling okay.

It was a beautiful day here in CT.  I did my 15 minute run today, without stopping.  First time I have done it without stopping!!  Maybe I will be able to do this run part after all.  Tomorrow its my bike ride, and I am looking forward to that b/c I enjoy biking so much.

I hope everyone did well in their races today!! 

Brittany

Good job on your run! Yes, you will be able to do the run part. As you extend your run time you will feel yourself getting stronger. Keep up the good work!

Hey everyone!!  I had a GREAT race this morning!!! I won overall for the ladies - which was amazing!! Except that there were no awards for the 5k.... *bummer*  I also went under 25 minutes for my 5k which was awesome! I'm SO pleased!!

I talked to animal control - but unless I file a formal complaint nothing can be done - and if I do - then they will know who I am.  I'm really torn....  At least animal control has seen the damage and they did say they would stop out if I didn't file a complaint.

So I'm going to enjoy my sunny, warm afternoon and relax!!  Waiting for race reports from everyone else who was out today!!!

Enjoy the weekend!!!

Congrats sound like you did awesome. Seems like your run with dogs allright then lol. Keep going your doing awesome.