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But you did the work so you will be rewarded this summer when its race time!  Good work!

I hope it goes well for you Robin! Good luck!

Omahabritt - 2013-01-22 1:20 PM I've been AWOL for a few days, just busy with family stuff & such. So after a good start to the week last week, I didn't work out all weekend AND didn't go to the pool at at all last week. Granted I still have a couple weeks before my official training program starts, but I'm a little disappointed with myself. Shaking it off and got up early this am & am headed to the pool this afternoon. Campground reservations opened up this morning for HIM Kansas, so I went ahead & reserved a spot even though I still haven't decided on the race. Come on Ken, do you really expect us to feel bad about your running conditions this week?? Can't you run on the beach?!? Like others here, it's about -10F with the wind chill here, now those are dangerous running conditions! Granted, cars driving on the sidewalk does sound scary!! Purchases this year....trainer, garmin, new seat... so far, I'm sure the list will get bigger. Hope everyone is having a good start to the week!

No, I don't!  I found a couple of other runners this morning at breakfast and they told me where to go tomorrow.  Not great but not bad.

I hope you get back in the routine!  But, a little distraction in January is ok.

-44 C ?????   That sounds like drinking coffee in bed weather to me!  This group makes me feel like a whiner! 

I took an unplanned day off yesterday, but I think I needed it.  Getting a little nervous about my half marathon at the end of February, as my longest run so far has been only 7 miles!   I don't care how fast I run it as long as I don't end up injured.  So far so good.  I think if I get my long run up to 10-11 miles I ought to be fine, right?

I have the hook up in NY for RC's. My step-mom does them upstate! Good luck!!

My longest runs were that length for the 2 HM's I have done - would it have been nice to get some longer runs in? - sure, but if there is the potential of injury then no.

Made it through the dentist - the numbing meds have worn off and I am still kickin' - so I am hopeful that the worst is over!

Yes, you will be fine with those long runs.  I think, more importantly, that you get consistently doing 4 to 5 runs a week.  Even if your week day runs are only 3 or 4 miles the cumulative training stress will help you get through your race feeling good, or as good as you can feel at the end of a HM.

Good luck!

Last full day here, late afternoon flight home tomorrow.  Getting ready to head out for a run.

What is everyone else up to?          

Make it count Ken!!!  get that run in and hit those umbrella drinks!

Planning on a shorter trainer ride tonight 1.5hr tempo ride.  2x40'  My 3x40' didn't go so well Sunday so not sure how tough this is going to be.  I've been pretty burned out lately.

I did 11 miles yesterday, indoors at the track, 73 laps. I did one mile at 6:18. The over all pace was 7:08/mile. Up at 5:15am for 1 hour master's swim today. This morning it was only -40C with the windchill (-25C air temp). Guitar lessons tonight then another track session on Thursday. I am going to the doctor on Thursday, I have a mole on my clavicle that is being removed and biopsied. I may have to miss Friday's swim due to the stitches and it being right on the clavicle, might make swimming difficult. 28 days in a row with triathlon training without missing a days workout will be in jeopardy.

As far as supplements go I use 500mg Vitamin C, 500mg Vitamin D, Multivitimin + minerals, 2xCalcium 600mg (breakfast/supper), 2xglucosamine 500 mg (breakfast/supper). I drink plain water for all my activities under 2 hours. After a workout I dissolve 30g of protein powder in a glass of 2% chocolate milk. I eat protein at every meal, and my snacks are fruits and veggies (usually just carrots). I don't really consume calories or carbs in liquid or gel form, I prefer to eat my calories.

In the morning before my 6:00 am swim I eat breakfast. Typically a bowl of cereal, cup of milk, cup of OJ and a hardboiled egg. My typical afterwork workouts are usually 5:30 or 6:00 pm starts so I head right there after work and eat immediately when I get home to take advantage of the 2 hour refuel window. Then I shower and head to bed. I get 8+ hours of sleep every night. I find this is very important for me.

I take a multivitamin and a fish oil supplement when I remember.  For after workouts occasionally a protein shake or milk if I don't plan on eating a meal.  If I am working out late (usually that means around 6-7 start). I eat a really light meal Like yogurt and a banana at least a 1/2 hour before and then plan on eating something a little more after.  I find if I eat any big meal before exercising it stays with me and makes me feel bad. Exercising late keeps me awake later no matter what- I guess it is those dang endorphins.

11 miles inside - impressive! good luck at the dr.

Enjoy your last day in the sun! 

I have an 1 1/2 hour trainer ride today and then kids activities for rest of day.

I've hit a few bumps in the road this week, too, lots of shifts, and now my gym's pool has a broken pump and is closed!  Grrrrr.  When my plans get disturbed sometimes I get completely derailed.  Need to work on that.  It's not like missing a swim at this point in the season is going to make ANY difference!  So I'll probably do a sufferfest video today on the trainer, and some core strength.

As far as supplements go I don't take much, unless you count the 2 cups of coffee.  I try to take fish oil regularly, but don't remember to very often.  I try to eat at least 5 servings of fruit/veggies a day.

No daily supplements for me.  I like to eat good enough to get the nutrients I need that way. 

After short workouts, anything und 2 hours, I take nothing.  I do eat something that would have a 4/1 carb to proteing ratio or have a small glass of organic chocolate milk.  While dieting right now I don't do anything until over 3 hours.  Over 3 hours I mix up a blueberry/strawberry smoothie with some protein powder.

Night workouts I kinda feel out.  I can't workout while hungry.  So if I feel hunger, I'll eat a spoonful of natural peanut butter, then work out.  I'll eat dinner after workout then.  I'd prefer to eat dinner first and wait 1/2 hour then workout, but time isn't always on my side.  I've never had any issues taking something and not being able to sleep.  Ocassionally I have issues sleeping.  BUt for the most part I can pound a Venti Starbucks and fall asleep in a few minutes.

I take Vitamin D and fish oil. Not sure exactly how much. For evening workouts I don't eat until after, but that's just my schedule. Now (today makes day 3) I take in so many calories it doesn't really matter when I eat. In the mornings, workout or not, I've been making a 700-850 calories "shake/smoothie" that taste rather disgusting, but they're extra calories and good nutrients.

I have a consistently bad knee. Grinds/cracks when I crouch and sometimes on the bike. Anyone have any experiences with supplements to help lubricate joints. I've heard fish oil and glucosamine, but would like someone's thoughts.

I'm the same way. This can't be normal lol

LOL!   At least I'm not alone!  My wife hates me for it.  If she works out before bed she gets amped up and can't sleep.  Not sure what's up, but I shouldn't complain.  I also don't need much sleep.  I function fine on very little.  Until recently I thought I was normal only sleeping a max of 6 hours/night.  I was shocked to hear about people who can't function on that at all!  I mostly get 4-5 hours a night.  Four is pushing it some but I really don't have any ill effects from not sleeping much.  I've found out some friends can barely function if they don't get 7-8

Maybe its related to the coffee thing, because I'm the same. It doesn't really matter how much sleep I get I'm pretty much always the same...pending I have a cup of coffee within 2 hours of waking up.