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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Oh wow... you sure are popular Trishie! I enjoyed reading everyone's introduction. Looks like we have quite a diverse group of ladies with a diverse set of goals, which will make this fun! I'm going out of town tomorrow to go ziplining and snow tubing with my son; but will be ready to hit the ground running when I get back! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() ohiotrigirl - 2009-12-28 8:48 AM Hi Stephanie... I noticed you were planning on running the Iron Girl Atlanta this year and I am too! Have you run it before???? I am very excited! Take Care, Tara Tara, I did Irongirl Atlanta this year as my first official triathlon. I can not say enough good things about the event. The atmosphere is very motivating and everyone is super positive. It is really neat to compete in a field of all women. Let me know what specific questions you have any I will be happy to answer them |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I saw IronGirl Atlanta on tv a few months ago.... cried my eyes out WHILE on my bike trainer. (no wonder husband thinks I'm nuts!) If you haven't filled out your "story" / background info please do so when you can so we can all get to know each other better ![]() Also, please start filling out your training logs. It's SO motivating to see those little pink squares. I know it's the off season but if you are training fill out those logs ! Anyone have any races coming up in the next month or so?? |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() maria40nc - 2009-12-28 7:45 PM Oh wow... you sure are popular Trishie! I enjoyed reading everyone's introduction. Looks like we have quite a diverse group of ladies with a diverse set of goals, which will make this fun! I'm going out of town tomorrow to go ziplining and snow tubing with my son; but will be ready to hit the ground running when I get back! sounds like a blast, maria -- enjoy it ! |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() waltontl - 2009-12-27 5:15 PM I would love to join your group! I am in desparate need of a mentor for my first tri. I have registered for the Danskin Tri in August - .5m swim, 15.5m bike ride, and 3.1m run. I also love to plan and it's the details about the race that scare me - especially the transitions. I am already running a 5K (very slowly) and don't expect the bike to be too tough, but the swim scares me to death! I am unconventionally athletic (through krav maga) and don't really lift weights at all. I'm looking very forward to my tri, but it scares me, too. Thanks, Tania Hey Tania --- welcome ! very cool that you do krav magna -- I don't know a lot about it but I know you must be pretty hardcore. the swim scares a lot of people to death ![]() |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() IronDiva - 2009-12-27 6:10 PM Yay for all-girl groups! I would love to be a part of this one! NAME: IronDiva/Erika STORY: My mom used to swim IM relays in my hometown of Santa Rosa, CA (Vineman!) so tri has been in my life since a very young age. I was an artistic little kid who eventually grew up to become an opera singer living in NYC. Hence the "diva" in my handle. However, I've always been an active person, and loved swimming, taking spin classes, etc. It's a nice change from my musical life, but also complements the physical aspects of performing quite nicely. Anyway. In 2008 I decided to let go of a lot my perfectionist tendencies/fears of failure and train for a half-marathon. My goal was just to finish, and I ended up coming in at 2:02, which I thought was pretty great for my first race ever. Now that I knew I could handle the run, I was sure I was ready for tri, and in 2009 I finished 4 Olys (best time 2:52) and another half marathon (1:58).So this season is the year of HIM. And bettering my Oly time, of course. ![]() FAMILY STATUS: Single in the big city. CURRENT TRAINING: Base training for IM Orlando in May. 2-3 bikes, 2-3 runs, 2-3 swims, 2 weight workouts, yoga whenever I can squeeze it in. I can't lie, I am STRESSED about getting all of my training in, while working a day job, performing, and maintaining some semblance of a social life. Oh, and sleeping and feeding myself. 2009 RACES: NYC Tri, Mossman Tri, Diamond Girl Tri (Olympic-plus distance), Mighty Hamptons Tri, Queens Half-Marathon 2010 RACES: NYC Half-Marathon (I hope...it's a lottery) in March, IM 70.3 Orlando in May. More to come, once my singing schedule gets nailed down. WEIGHTLOSS: Not a priority, but I know I'd be faster if I lost 10-15... ![]() Opera singer in NYC? girl, how cool are YOU?! Looks like you and me are tied for Oly PRs ![]() Don't stress about getting in all of your trianing for Orlando 70.3. Remember that is a hobby and it's supposed to be FUN ! Make sure you get in a few long rides/ runs/ swims and don't fret if you miss a few workouts. Everyone does ! Excited to follow your training ![]() |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() jlmiller2 - 2009-12-27 6:37 PM Hey Trish, Your forum was awesome!! haah you sound really cool. My name is Jennifer Miller and I am a 28 year old nurse from Rochester, NY. I have run my whole life, through College, which consisted of running DI for three years. I have since then just "run for fun," but am now looking for something more exciting and vigerous. I am married to my wonderful, handsome husband for a year and a half, ahah you have a couple on me, and he actually wants to train with me in the spring, but i dont want to wait..i can get alot done between now and then!! I too, like you, like a schedule, but am ok just flying by the seat of my pants as well. With my nursing schedule, I will work better on some type of schedule, which at times will probably have to be switched around to work around my nights. I am not run any races in the past 2 years or so. My goals for 2010 would be to at least complete a sprint tri, if not an olympic. I have done a team tri, where I just ran, but feel and know I am strong enough to do all three. Hope you have room for one more!!!! Jenn Miller Hey Jenn! I have family in Rochester -- hope you are staying warm. Brrrrrrrrrr. You must be a speedser if you ran D1 in school -- who did you run for ? You are def strong enough to do a whole tri -- have you found any to sign up for yet? I find that having a race on my calendar is great motivation to train |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() LadyBanks - 2009-12-27 7:01 PM Hi Trishie's is there still room in your all-girls tri group? I would love to join!
NAME: LadyBanks / Princess (My real name) Welcome to the group ! You will not just survive your first tri -- you will rock and enjoy it |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() mekira - 2009-12-27 7:22 PM I'd love to join your group if there is still room ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() another Patricia ! (tis my real "official" name) mother of a teenager -- yikes! boy or girl? very cool that your bf is supportive -- you'll need someone to lug your bike to and from races ![]() Very cool that you are signed up for your first half marathon ! Which plan - if any - are you following? I really like Hal Higdon's plans... Galloway is good too. Do you still skate? One of my cowokers was/ is a figure skater (no longer competes but still skates for fun/ teaches) |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() trigrl92596 - 2009-12-27 8:02 PM Hi Trish. My name is Katrina and I would love to join this group. I am so excited to have found this site to help me get to my goal of doing a few sprint tri's this year. I am a former competitive kickboxer. I had knee surgery last year and just started running again last month. I have already signed up to do two tri's and Muddy Buddy in 2010!! I look forward to hearing all your great advice!! All the Best!! Kat Hey Kat! Former competitive kickboxer? that's awesome ! Ohhh I really want to do a Muddy Buddy -- you'll have to post pictures. Where/ when are your tris?? |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() ohiotrigirl - 2009-12-27 8:24 PM Hi Trish.... My name is Tara and I sure hope there is still room open in your mentoring group! I am signing up Dec 31 for the Iron Girl Atlanta that is exactly 6 months from today! Never have done a triathon before however began running in March of 2009 and completed 4 5Ks during the course of the summer/early fall. I ended up with h1n1 and pneumonia in October so I had to take a break from running and am ready to begin again. Two of my best friends are joining me for the Iron Girl and it is there first tri also! Quite a bit intimidating!!! I also will be running more 5K's and possibly 10 K's in 2010 and hopefully doing tri races closer to where I live. We decided Iron Girl Atlanta as our big race of the year and want to do one BIG race a year for motivation and time for just us girls! Love how training makes me feel... and excited about having a mentor. I am 38 years old, married for 15 years, and have 2 children (ages 13 and 10) that I want to be a healthy, active role model for. I hope we get to work together. Hey Tara ![]() Like I said ^^^ I saw Iron Girl Atlanta on tv this year -- looks like a GREAT race! I volunteered at packet pick up for Irongirl Columbia (maryland) this year and saw all the cool swag they give out -- socks, tshirts, water bottles, etc. Very cool that two of your girlfriends are joining you -- it will make your first tri that much more special. I'm sure your kids are really proud of you |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() stefanier - 2009-12-27 8:33 PM Trish, I follow your blog on blogspot and would be honored to be a mentee!!! NAME: Stefanie In January of this year I took at Triathlon training class and I am hooked. I managed to squeeze in 4 triathlons this year and have already signed up for my first HIM. I might be one of the slower kids out there but I am having a ton of fun.
2010 RACES: (These are on the calendar thus far)
You've got a hm coming up in a few weeks -- how are you feeling ? http://theprincessrunner.blogspot.com/I promise to participate and I am great at motivating people. I need the accountability of a mentor! Congrats on the weight loss ! and the races ! and the tris! and signing up for your first HIM ! ![]() |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() funkytwinkie - 2009-12-27 8:39 PM Hello ladies (: I'm a total newbie, but I'd love to get some help with my first olympic tri up north in Canada (: Thank you! I really don't know anything about triathlons, (or what triathletes are like...but I hear they're crazier than the runners) so I hope I can get some help (; Hey Lisa welcome to the sports ! awesome that you are doing tris for charity -- what a great way to get in shape, stay moviated, and help others. Triathletes, yes, are crazy folk, but most are very friendly and helpful What are you studying at school?? |
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![]() | ![]() Hi Gals!!!! I am trying to get everybody as friends on training logs but have only been on this website for less than a week.... feeling a bit ummmm overwhelmed! I hope everyone is doing well! I am going to the YMCA for a swim and do some biking to get a good base for myself. Those two things are new to me and I have only run in 5K's.... riding the hills is something that is freaking me out a bit.... with training once the weather breaks in OHIO I'm hoping to overcome this fear. So... all you girls have a great day!!!! Tara |
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Regular ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() trishie - 2009-12-28 10:14 PM mekira - 2009-12-27 7:22 PM I'd love to join your group if there is still room ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() another Patricia ! (tis my real "official" name) mother of a teenager -- yikes! boy or girl? very cool that your bf is supportive -- you'll need someone to lug your bike to and from races ![]() Very cool that you are signed up for your first half marathon ! Which plan - if any - are you following? I really like Hal Higdon's plans... Galloway is good too. Do you still skate? One of my cowokers was/ is a figure skater (no longer competes but still skates for fun/ teaches) I have a teenage daughter (15 almost 16) She's a good kid but she's still a teenager wanting to try stuff and thinking that I don't know anything.... It's a bit stressful LOL I'm in a tri / running club and they have a plan for the half marathon. I'll be starting next week, I'll probably run 4 times a week and bike twice and maybe add a swim here when I feel like it. Santa brought me a Garmin 305 for Christmas this year and I can't wait to log in all my training (hey, anything for extra motivation) I no longer skate but I miss it. I might start again next year... who knows (I'm a life is short kind of gal, have to try everything lol) I like Trish as a nickname.... people around here call me Pat... It's a French Canadian thing I guess... Patricia |
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Regular ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I was in a car accident on Saturday (not injured but very scared). The roads were very slippery and we ended up in the ditch on our side (we have a van)!!! Anyway I woke up Sunday morning and felt ok so I went for my run but when I came back my right arm and back started hurting. I iced and iced and spend time in the spa to try and loosen up my muscles. I feel better today but I'm not running till tomorrow. Tonight I'll do my abs/back routine and do some stretching. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Patricia, I hope that you are feeling better. Was anyone else with you? I am trying to plan out the rest of my 2010 tri season. I have a few races planned but need to figure the rest of it out. I am souting the BT race reports of those races I am considering. Has anyone ehre done the Chattanooga Waterfront Olympic? DH just bought me a late Christmas gift. In a week or so I will be the proud new owner of an Xterra Wetsuit! I can't wait for it to come in the mail. |
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![]() ![]() | ![]() trishie - 2009-12-28 10:07 PM Opera singer in NYC? girl, how cool are YOU?! Looks like you and me are tied for Oly PRs ![]() Don't stress about getting in all of your trianing for Orlando 70.3. Remember that is a hobby and it's supposed to be FUN ! Make sure you get in a few long rides/ runs/ swims and don't fret if you miss a few workouts. Everyone does ! Excited to follow your training ![]() ha ha...the answer to that first question is "not very cool at all." i'm a music geek AND a tri geek. there you go. and i'm planning to shave a good 10 minutes off that oly time this season. last year my only goal was to finish each race. i know i could have gone way faster. so we'll see what happens in 2010! i'm excited to meet and chat with you all! is everyone using training plans from this site? i sort of adapted matt lieto's HIM plan (i found it for free on the internets) but always love to hear about everyone else's schedules. and see pics of everyone's rides...i guess you can add "bike geek" to the above geekery list. this weekend is my annual new year's trip to kripalu, which is a converted ashram turned yoga retreat place in the berkshires. so i won't be sticking to my training schedule, but i will be taking vigorous yoga classes a few times a day, and hopefully squeezing in a few hours on the treadmill. but without being too strict about it...after all, i'm on vacation! then it's back to base training come january 4. happy new year to my fellow tri chicks! let's have the best race year ever. ![]() |
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Regular ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() stefanier - 2009-12-29 8:25 PM Patricia, I hope that you are feeling better. Was anyone else with you? I am trying to plan out the rest of my 2010 tri season. I have a few races planned but need to figure the rest of it out. I am souting the BT race reports of those races I am considering. Has anyone ehre done the Chattanooga Waterfront Olympic? DH just bought me a late Christmas gift. In a week or so I will be the proud new owner of an Xterra Wetsuit! I can't wait for it to come in the mail. My boyfriend was with me and he was driving. I'm fine but now scared to drive in icy conditions which is basicaly all winter here... I'll get over it I guess ![]() New wetsuit!! That's a great gift ![]() |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Patricia --- glad you are okay ... always scary to get in a car accident, even when it's "small" . I HATE driving in snow/ ice, too. Stef --- haven't done that race myself but if you ask around in your local board you'll probably get a few responses. Congrats on the new wetsuit !! awesome! IronDiva -- yoga retreat? that's so cool (see? you are cool |
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Regular ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Gezz now I'm having knee issues... I never had knee issues, I had back issues, ankle issues so this is new.... I have a race in two days I hope I'm better then ![]() So tonight it's ice and then warm in the spa.... |
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![]() | ![]() Patricia... so glad you are ok and hoping you will be driving comfortably again. I've been in a few accidents myself and that can take some time to feel like normal again. Hang in there and I hope you all back to yourself in no time. Iron Diva.... a yoga retreat sounds fabulous... enjoy!!!! Trish... I decided to do exactly as you have suggested and will just keep working on a strong base by running, biking, and swimming. I am signing up tomorrow 8 am sharp for the Iron Girl Atlanta which is in June. Also am thinking about another sprint tri near my home in April to just get a feel for tris... never even been to one... never seen one ![]() Hope everyone is doing well and I wish you all a safe and wonderful New Year's! Tara |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() ohiotrigirl - 2009-12-30 7:39 PM I am signing up tomorrow 8 am sharp for the Iron Girl Atlanta which is in June. Also am thinking about another sprint tri near my home in April to just get a feel for tris... never even been to one... never seen one ![]() Tara Tara, This race is after Irongirl, but I would suggest TriPTC as a good Sprint for your first season. It is organized extremely well and the course is really nice. The swim is a time trail start. Two people start every 5 seconds so there is not a big massive clump of people in the water at once. THe bike course is great (I saw a deer run in front of me last year) and the run course is mainly on a paved golf cart/running trail which is shaded. It is in south atlanta but it is worth driving for. We just signed up for this race and will be signing up for Irongirl soon. |
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