Ironman Louisville : Official Thread (Page 22)

It is up to you, but unless you plan on bringing your own Perpetuem to the race, you might want to try doing some long rides with Perform since that it what will be on the course.  Plus, the bike ride is the easiest part of the race to take in some solid food.  Interesting way to do your bricks. Don't doubt that you can do this. YOU CAN!  It is normal to get nervous the closer we get to the race. I did the same thing last year where Louisville was my first IM and I am a very weak swimmer.  Stay positive!

I bought some of those Bonk Breakers to make sure I could stomach them.  That PB&J is pretty good!

I have the same doubts; they normally hit in the middle of the week when I'm struggling to get all the 'planned' workouts done while working and taking care of the family. When the weekend comes and I get the big training done, I usually feel better about it since that is where I see the most change.

I have always used Heed until this year since it won't be available on the course. Looking forward to my Half at Cardinal Harbor in 3 weeks to really put my nutrician plan to the test. Lovin' the bonk breakers and I'm just starting with the Perform....so far, so good.

Normal to have such thoughts. I have them everytime I think about the run. Who's bright idea was it to put a marathon after a 112 mile bike? Stick to your plan, this is about the time it's the worst. The body and mind are both tired, but hang in there. You will be amazed at how wonderfully wierd taper will feel. By the Saturday before the race you'll be so ready physically and metally you won't be able to stand it.

You will do this!

I think getting enough rest helps a lot! With full time work, full time college, planning a wedding in August, and training for IMKY, I get about 5 hours a night at best. I bonked 3 miles into the run at Eagleman this year. But after getting about 8 hours a night for this past week leading up to the Philadelphia Insurance Oly tri (24 June), I was able to floor it for a swim, bike, run, and overall Oly PR!!  I had never beaten my brother in five head-to-head races since 2007, but I beat him by 7.5 minutes! Getting your rest works wonders.

After using Perform at St George, I'm going to bring my own Gatorade and put some in my special needs bag as well.  The flavor was terrible and it really didn't do it for me.  I'll probably still grab some during the ride, but I'll even be looking forward to some warm gatorade after dealing with "Perform" all day.

I had heard the same thing so in 2010 I had 2 tubs just in case but I did not hear anyone having the issue.

LaGrange has a great IronMan festival. I believe that is it Olham county that does not really like the IronMan. I am sure someone that lives there can correct me

Swimming is going good, and have no problem with the bike. Haven't done any huge runs. Did 10 miles a few weeks age, not too worried about the running though, i run slowly but i can keep going and going for a good distance. I have 10 miles to do this Saturday so that should boost a bit of confidence. 

I hate when i miss training session, but then find it only takes a day or two to get back into it, i had friends out from home in ireland the last few daysbut i was still able to train. Thinking off giving it a miss tonight though because i have been on the sofa the last few nights and am absolutely shattered, need a bit of rest and good night sleep in my bed. 

Was wondering if people are able to stick to their schedules or do they find like me, random things popping up and having to miss days here and there

For me, in the beginning, my training schedule was like gospel...and if I missed a session I was extremely upset.  Now...while i KNOW that each session is important, if for some reason I have to miss one, I try and focus on letting it go and getting right back to it the very next day.  In the long run, fitness comes from consistency...never one workout.  Then again...i have NO IDEA what I'm talking about 

Had to miss my hour ride tonight because of work.  At least I was on my feet sweating my rear end off so it wasn't all bad.  I think I've missed about a half dozen workouts over the past four months but it hasn't been a huge deal.  I'm just looking to finish under the 17 hr mark so I figure a missed workout here and there isn't too bad.

WAY TO GO!!!!

Not going to Louisville this weekend to train but I have a 50 mile ride to do on Saturday and a century scheduled for next Sunday.  Only 59 more days to go!  Have fun on the course and stay safe with proper hydration!

Woo-Hoo!  Welcome to the club!  Bring on the Ironman!

Welcome to the group, Shelly123!!!!!!

I will be there from Georgia!  I will be doing the swim and 80 miler.  Why does everyone keep saying it is hot?!

For those of you coming in tomorrow for the IamTri ride.  It's going to be hot with a high around 106.  The upside is that humidity will be low, which is pretty unusual for this time of year.  The downside is that the only shady part of the ride is on 1694 which just happens to be the only long climb.

I hope you have already started hydrating!  See you in the morning.

What did you think of the course?  Compared to the hills we have here in Georgia, I don't think they are that bad ... except for the long out and back.  I've already started doing my "we want a cold front" dance. I figure if I start now and do it every day, then come August 26th we should have much cooler temps!