kenj's group closed, training hard and having fun!! (Page 23)

5k this weekend - hoping to PR this one

May 28th - Pelican Fest sprint tri in Fort Collins, CO

@Vivian:  ~phew~  I thought I was the only one who wasn't working two times a day everyday.  I don't improve as fast as I could, but I am doing it at a pace that is DEFINITELY not going to case me any injuries and I am trying to keep this enjoyable.

@Ken:  thank you!  Your words make me feel a lot better.  I am seeing improvement.  I know at this point, I could finish the sprint tri.  Now I am just working on improving myself so that maybe I won't be last!  For me, it is just going to feel SO GOOD to be able to say "I did it!" and to be able to say "I am a triathlete."  I am certainly not going for any record breaking (other than my own PRs).

I think I might just add in some "fun jogs" in the evenings with my son in his jogger.  Just a short 2 mile run.  Aim to start with once a week.  He loves it and it would help me get some extra miles.

I had a request to show my Orbea.  I will post a better pic later. 

I've tried two different Adama seats and hated both of them. I like the idea but they are too wide for me and caused great discomfort. Right now I am on a Cobb and have been but only because it is the least worst I have found.

I totally agree conditioning and time on the bike is very important and I am lacking in my bike training right now. However, last summer/fall I had hundreds of miles with lots of 4+ hour rides while training for my HIM and it wasn't any better then. Blood blisters the size of nickels are no fun let me tell you.

On no - not even training related.

The best thing you can do is:

Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation

http://www.tutorials.com/06/0612/06121.asp

And if it is really getting worse go get an xray and have it checked out.

Oooohhh...Rear disc wheel.  Purty

Cover or solid wheel?

What are yo running on the front & why?

Very fast goal!!!

Look forward to a race report!

YIKES!

I was going to suggest the Adamo saddle as well as I have had lots of problems with saddles like you have. I think I have three saddles in my basement collecting dust. I have a Specialized Jet saddle on my road bike and have the Adamo saddle on my tri bike. It is a bit wide but the issues I had before are gone. It is nice to be able to get into the shower and not wince in pain, if you know what I mean.  If you are interested, I am happy to let you try out the saddles I have tried. I think I have Another Specialized Jet downstairs. It is just a bit smaller then the one I am using. Let me know, I would be glad to send them your way. I know how horrible it can be. I hated riding my bike for the same reasons and the bike is my strengh.

julta - 2011-05-11 7:30 PM Hey all things are moving along in here! So let's see...I'm just riding a bottom of the line Specialized road bike, no aero bars. I'm a little frightened of the whole idea of being aero. As far as races for May all I'm planning to sign up for the Bolder Boulder 10k which is held on memorial day. It is a huge! race in Boulder as I recall last year there were some where around 50,000 runners. I did it last year for the first time and it was a blast so I'm looking forward to running it again. Scott very nice picture!!! Hey Robin I'll have to see what's going on that weekend maybe I can come up to Ft. Collins and volunteer or just cheer you on! It would be fun to meet you!

If it works out, maybe both Julie and I could come watch you race.

kenj - 2011-05-12 5:39 AM Yikes!  We have been spammed!
 

Yeah and who has time for another sport especially GOLF!

Running Shoe Question:

I have read that some people replace their sneaks every 3 months.  I don't get enough miles in to need them that often... But I have been running in the same pairs for an embarrasingly long time.  The one pair I have had about 2 years now and they are just so comfy.  Do I HAVE to replace them?  When I first started running, I could tell when I needed new sneaks.  My shins would hurt.  Now, it seems I have built up enough muscles that that no longer happens. 

This are kinda cool:http://www.saucony.com/store/SiteController/saucony/productdetails?catId=cat10002&productId=4-105720&skuId=***4********10098-1*M055&stockNumber=10098-1&showDefaultOption=true

I have my first pair of Saucony's after wearing Asics for years, I just felt it was time for something

different. I'd suggest going into a running store and trying on some shoes. Sometimes I can't tell

how worn down my shoes are until I put on another pair. If you don't rack up enough mileage to

change out every 3 months I think the longest you should run in them is a year. Of course you can

use them for walking and every day use but these shoes have gotten wet and the cushion has

compressed and started to break down. I have had two injuries because of my running shoes

breaking down, not fun knowing $100 could have saved you a lot of pain.

I joined a local tri club specifically for the 15% discount I get at the running shoe store. I don't get

to go to any of their events but the discount pays for the membership fee easily.

I'm in full taper mode today with a 28 minute bike ride and I think a 21 minute run.

The weather is still crappy here - blowing snow since yesterday morning. Temps right around freezing.

I will have to go to the gym to get a workout in - I am suffering from major lack of motivation

Also, need to make a dr. appt today about my arm/shoulder - not sure it is just a sprain.