Todd's Tri Turtles 4 (Beginner, Sprint, 5K, 10K) CLOSED (Page 23)

Originally posted by Gnoory

Did 500 meters crawl today, all flip-turns, no stopping, just like the sprint! And I lived to tell the tale. That is a first for me. Just needed to get that out to someone who knows what I am talking about :-)

Have a great week!

Originally posted by allan_c

I learned a couple important lessons today:
1)Don't go rogue on your training plan - it;s written the way it is for a reason!. After a less than stellar week last week I was eager to really get back in the swing of things on Sunday...so I swam 2 x the distance called for in my training plan. When I got back in the pool today I really felt like I was going to drown with every lap of freestyle. I muddled through the planned distance but with more breaks than usual and a lot of breast stroke. Live and learn!
2)Pace yourself - today's work-out called for a run and a swim. The run felt fantastic. I am still indoors on the treadmill until the icy sidewalks are a thing of the past, so today I pushed up my speed. I have been using the run/walk method, and today I went from 8 minutes run/2 minutes walk cycles to 10 min run/1.5 min walks cycles. Then I finished off by taking my speed up another 0.5 mi/hr for the last 2 minutes of the run. Honestly it felt great. BUT, I am sure it contributed to how horrible the pool let. So, this is a good reminder to save something for the second (and of course ultimately 3rd) sport.

Tomorrow it is supposed to be above 50 degrees here in New England. I am working tonight, which means I can go out for nice mid-day run tomorrow when we are at peak temperature. I can't WAIT to run outside!

Originally posted by allan_c

I learned a couple important lessons today:
1)Don't go rogue on your training plan - it;s written the way it is for a reason!. After a less than stellar week last week I was eager to really get back in the swing of things on Sunday...so I swam 2 x the distance called for in my training plan. When I got back in the pool today I really felt like I was going to drown with every lap of freestyle. I muddled through the planned distance but with more breaks than usual and a lot of breast stroke. Live and learn!
2)Pace yourself - today's work-out called for a run and a swim. The run felt fantastic. I am still indoors on the treadmill until the icy sidewalks are a thing of the past, so today I pushed up my speed. I have been using the run/walk method, and today I went from 8 minutes run/2 minutes walk cycles to 10 min run/1.5 min walks cycles. Then I finished off by taking my speed up another 0.5 mi/hr for the last 2 minutes of the run. Honestly it felt great. BUT, I am sure it contributed to how horrible the pool let. So, this is a good reminder to save something for the second (and of course ultimately 3rd) sport.

Tomorrow it is supposed to be above 50 degrees here in New England. I am working tonight, which means I can go out for nice mid-day run tomorrow when we are at peak temperature. I can't WAIT to run outside!

Originally posted by nekomidori

Suzie, if your swim group is anything like the people I met at my camp they will welcome you. I think the journey people take on their triathlons is so individual and people respect that.(at least the people I have met). That is exciting that your husband is supportive. I think you will figure a way how to balance it all. Take a deep breathe you can do this. I think you are much stronger than you give yourself credit for. You will do great in your class. Baby steps. Celebrate each victory. 5 weeks ago I couldn't swim with my face in the water now I swim 25yd in 30 seconds.
Just imagine the possibilities.

Liz that is great news. I was wondering how your class was going. I'm glad your able to get outside to run. I was thinking of our group and how many are still stuck in the snow.
Keep up the great work!!

I got back in the pool after soccer games and dinner to finish up with another 400 yd.

Nicole
41 athlete in training, South Carolina

Originally posted by Gnoory

Did 500 meters crawl today, all flip-turns, no stopping, just like the sprint! And I lived to tell the tale. That is a first for me. Just needed to get that out to someone who knows what I am talking about :-)

Have a great week!

Originally posted by Gnoory

Did 500 meters crawl today, all flip-turns, no stopping, just like the sprint! And I lived to tell the tale. That is a first for me. Just needed to get that out to someone who knows what I am talking about :-)

Have a great week!

Originally posted by allan_c

I learned a couple important lessons today:
1)Don't go rogue on your training plan - it;s written the way it is for a reason!. After a less than stellar week last week I was eager to really get back in the swing of things on Sunday...so I swam 2 x the distance called for in my training plan. When I got back in the pool today I really felt like I was going to drown with every lap of freestyle. I muddled through the planned distance but with more breaks than usual and a lot of breast stroke. Live and learn!
2)Pace yourself - today's work-out called for a run and a swim. The run felt fantastic. I am still indoors on the treadmill until the icy sidewalks are a thing of the past, so today I pushed up my speed. I have been using the run/walk method, and today I went from 8 minutes run/2 minutes walk cycles to 10 min run/1.5 min walks cycles. Then I finished off by taking my speed up another 0.5 mi/hr for the last 2 minutes of the run. Honestly it felt great. BUT, I am sure it contributed to how horrible the pool let. So, this is a good reminder to save something for the second (and of course ultimately 3rd) sport.

Tomorrow it is supposed to be above 50 degrees here in New England. I am working tonight, which means I can go out for nice mid-day run tomorrow when we are at peak temperature. I can't WAIT to run outside!

Originally posted by Suzie471



Thanks for the encouragement and support Nicole! Everyday I discover something new about myself it seems like lately. I went to my first swim master today, and even though I was hesitant to go all by myself, I knew that I had to do it since I posted on here that I was going to go and I had read your post to me and it helped me to stay motivated and encouraged My class went well. The coaches were very nice and gave me a lot of one on one attention. I do feel a little overwhelmed with everything that we went through, but I know in time I will be able to bring it all together.
Thanks!

Originally posted by Hunting Triathlete




Congrats on the class but more importantly fighting through the doubt and showing up. Everyday you go in this journey, that overwhelmed feeling will be replaced with confidence and pride. Stay Strong, you got this.

Originally posted by allan_c


Congrats on reaping the benefits of your hard work!

Originally posted by 2NewKnees

Appreciate your remarks about yesterday's sessions!

Good (challenging) swim today....took some time to loosen up; must have been holdover from yesterday's sessions.....and my age.....

Oldest son's Garmin 405 is having problems.....so, I used that as a good excuse to order a 910xt yesterday and let him use my 405..... . Wife has a 910 and loves it; so I figured why not update my device as well. Now, I just have to learn how to use it!!!!

Originally posted by peto_primo

Well - I have been struggling with being consistent during the week and over a span of weeks. I have had a good couple of weeks going and then this week hit. Monday I was just tired with the time change and poor sleep so I made it a rest day. That left me 6 days to get my 3 runs and 3 rides in and I have not been doubling up really yet. I got up too late yesterday to make something happen at work but I did find a way to squeeze in 30 minutes on the trainer on a cub scout tuesday night so that was a victory.
I got to work later today and do not have the time between after work and when I have to be somewhere tonight so again I was looking at not being able to get today's run in.

for the last - who knows how long my thought process was - I can't do the whole workout then forgetaboutit - let me just blow today off. but in wanting to keep the consistency, I went to the treadmill at lunch and just fit in what I could - about a 20 minute run. bumped up the pacing a little to achieve a desired result in the time available. I feel good about it. and see the possibilities in the future.

Originally posted by nekomidori That is excellent!! Wow I am sure you are feeling great. I still need to learn the flip turns.

Originally posted by jennifersmith847

Sorry I've been out of the loop lately...the last two weeks have been pretty stressful. I injured myself (in a non-sport related fashion) two Sundays ago and since then my whole family has been sick. Sick kid, sick husband (who needed me to handle the sick kid...reducing gym time), sick dog and now sick me. Very few workouts have happened between everyone but the husband ending up in the ER/urgent care/vet's office over the past two weeks. I'll be back once life gives me a window to climb out of. Until then, keep up with all your awesomeness!