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No, can't be allergies.  This all started when I was sick about 4 months ago (walking pnuemonia, then lung infection, etc..)  I have been tested for AIDS, cancer, strep throats, asthma, EKG, Irregular Heart Beat, etc.... I can't seem to get better, or kick it, and it really comes into play on my longer workouts then won't go away for 3 or 4 days, then BOOM it will hit me again on longer workouts... I have chest tightness, shortness of breath, coughing, and a lot of yawning (this is the only way I can bring air in on deep breaths!).... Every time I try to take a deep breath in, I cough!

Wow, well I hope you get it figured out.  I asked Allergies because they seem to creep up and have no real explanation, at least that is the way they work for me.

It sounds like they've looked into just about everything, I hope the new doc has a fresh perspective and can figure this out for you.  As a person w/ asthma and allergies, I know how frustrating it can be to have pulmonary issues affect your workouts.

Good luck on the race this weekend, remember in the heat your body needs salt .  Seriously though, don't push it too hard and have a set back that could affect your Ironman training

Well I am back and the good news (MAYBE) is that they think they know what it is.... The doctor said it sounds like I have Reactive Airway Disease (RADS)or Dyspnea, and the good news is there is a cure.... Lots of drugs... He prescribed me to Advair, Nasonex, Combivent inhaler, and some other suppresent!  That is a lot of stuff.... But whatever it takes I suppose... (read my "log" for today... I had epiphany today while running!)

He also has me lined up for a stress echo test (something like that, where you run a treadmill, and they monitor your heart, and lungs....), so hopefully this will help out some?!

Always good to at least know what is causing the problem.

Looking for some training help.

I have a sprint tri on the 27th, pretty easy 300M pool swim, 12 mi ride, 3.1 mi run.  The following weekend I have another sprint tri 750M OWS, 15mi ride, 3.1mi run.

Normally if I just had the one on the 27th I would lighten up prior week but not much since now I do bricks longer than that but with the one the following week and a much longer swim than anything I have done in any of my other races plus OWS. 

Trying to figure out what to do with my training plan for those 2 weeks.  My current plan leaves me a bit tired by the end of the week and I want to be fresh and ready to go for both, but do I just reduce volume both weeks?

Hey everyone!  Just a quick update since I have been very busy the past couple of weeks.  Anyway, my wife was scheduled to be induced on July 3rd but we were bumped since they did not have any beds available.  The did, however, get us in on the 8th and I am happy to say that we welcomed a beautiful baby boy that day.  Needless to say, my training has suffered but hopefully I can put in some hours before my first attempt at an OLY on Labor Day.

Nate was born on July 8th at 7PM (7.44 lbs and 20.5 inches)

Here are a few pics of Nate and Reece (Hopefully the pictures are not too big)

Hey everyone!  Just a quick update since I have been very busy the past couple of weeks.  Anyway, my wife was scheduled to be induced on July 3rd but we were bumped since they did not have any beds available.  The did, however, get us in on the 8th and I am happy to say that we welcomed a beautiful baby boy that day.  Needless to say, my training has suffered but hopefully I can put in some hours before my first attempt at an OLY on Labor Day.

Nate was born on July 8th at 7PM (7.44 lbs and 20.5 inches)

Here is a pic of Nate and Reece (Hopefully the pictures are not too big)

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Treat your 1st race like any other training day.... Use it to figure out transitions, nutrition, pace, etc.... Go about your daily routine (follow your schedule), maybe take it real easy on Friday Saturday, and race Sunday within' yourself... Maybe rest easy Monday (or light swim, easy spin, or slow run) then go about your week.... Rest easy again prior to your race... Either way you will be fine, and do great!!!

Mark CONGRATS!! Not only do you have a new beautiful baby... You have 2 very beautiful kids!!!

Congrats to you and your family!!!!!!!

Congratulations!

I have 2 small ones 4 and 2.  The fun starts when the younger one can move, the 2 of them never seem to move in the same direction, one goes left and one goes right...

Well I hope that everyone has a great weekend.... Steve good luck in your Oly race!!!  Enjoy.  You are more than prepared for this!  You will do awesome!  To everyone else have a great weekend and if you are racing good luck to you!  Remember try and push yourself farther and/or fast than your last workout!  Enjoy life, and save time for friends, family, and good wine!

I won't be around the computer too much tomorrow, I am going to try and hit the road early to get into town early, so I can rest up a little for my race Saturday.....  Hence, why I am sending this out early!

Have a great weekend!