Gray Guys/Girls Masters Focus Triathlete Forum--OPEN! (Page 28)

Steve, you are doing GREAT! The fitness level will come back very fast and you will see incredible results. Yea just stay on the stationary bike so there will be no crashes but be careful, I did hve 1 friend who fell off the trainer. lol

That is awesome on the dreadmill...... that is like running 4.5 hours outside....

Well I'm still kicking, I've just been out of town working and such. I am training for the marathon and ultra a few weeks later BUT I am starting to get in the pool every day, even if it is just 15 - 20 minhutes...

I'll try to catch up with everyone soon.
Take care

Good luck, Scott. If Lake Meridian is a little long, I think Lake Sammamish is the same weekend. The swim is a breeze and I'm pretty sure the bike is close to regulation. It's a fun race.

Steve

I had to give it up after the first 10 days. Too many things were too strenuous on the knees. I guess my previous routine of hip-strengthening exercises (from RunnersConnect.com) and static stretching is more suited to me. I'm wondering if anyone else is still doing it?
My old leg issues started to flare up; I'm not saying the 2 things are connected. I'm also increasing my run volume in preparation for cross-country season. Slowing down the increase and a visit to my ART therapist are working for me, though.
Scott I, good luck on your race this weekend!! Anyone else?
I have one more Sprint Tri on the 30th. Just to get my 3 races so I can have my USAT ranking.
Good luck & safe training to all!
Deb

Thanks Steve!

I'm already entered in the Lake Meridian Tri. Even though it is longer, I feel confident in the swim. I've done two Friday Night Swim Races at that distance at the same venue. The bike I'm sure I can complete at a steady pace. I'm not sure how much I'll have left for the run, but I can walk most of it if necessary. I'm looking forward to it!

Lake Sammamish looks like a good venue! I'll do that one next year.

How are you feeling?

Scott I.

Hi Deb. Just did Day 7. Wow... week 2 is not for the fainthearted... or faintkneed anyway. My left knee has always been weak and I can tell this week is definitely going to stress it. So, I can relate. Anyway, despite what'shisnamewiththeBritishaccent's encouragement to do it daily, I'm just going to try to do 30 days, but not necessarily in a row. We'll see how frisky is he when he's in his mid-50s ;-)

Stu

Edited by juneapple 2014-08-22 11:47 AM

Just started over last night, we'll see if if I can keep it going this time? Way too busy over this summer to do much of anything with consistency.

I hope everyone is doing well, Hopefully I can catch up on everyone's activities this week.

I completed the Lake Meridian sprint Sunday (0.5 mile swim, 16.4 mile bike, 3.1 mile run) in just over 2 hours (2:01:41 to be exact). I didn't quite meet my goal to finish under 2 hours but I'm still feel good about the performance.

The primary reason I missed my goal was the run. I had hoped my calf would feel fine and I could run the entire 3.1 miles. Unfortunately, it was pretty obvious from the beginning of the run that that wasn't going to happen. My calf was tight and on the verge of cramping. I went to my fall-back strategy of run (1 minute) / walk (10 seconds) for the majority of the run. The good news is I don't think I aggravated the calf injury. The bad news is that the calf isn't as healed as I had thought. I guess it is time to go back to the doctor for advice - or perhaps a physical therapist.

Scott I.

Congratulations on finishing the race that you knew would be a challenge! Don't sell yourself short. You used wisdom in taking care of your calf.
I have found PT to be very helpful. Also see if you can get an analysis of your running mechanics to make sure there isn't something in your form that is aggravating your injury. A PT who works with local runners may include that as part of her/his practice.
Good luck & hang in there!
Deb

Congrats on your finish Scott.

It's probably worth seeing a good PT for your calf issues. I've found that I can often get muscle imbalances that lead to chronic inflammation...and then injury. It's possible that just a few sessions with a PT will calm it down. Or, they may be able to watch you run and give you a few drills to address any issues with your stride. In any case, the older I get the less I feel like I can rely on self healing...the PT pros really do help me.

Hope your better soon.

Steve

Hey Scott,

Congrats on the Sprint finish! Sounds like you made the wise move on the run. Wish I was that smart back in June .


Dave

Scott congrats on your Tri. Have you used a foam roller?

Well it has been to hot here to run in the evenings 100's, so I'm swimming in our backyard pool. It is only 38 feet long so lots of stopping and starting but I have been getting in the pool almost every day but for short periods of time like 20 - 30 minutes. I'm feeling better in the water but still can't float on my back.

I hope everyone is doing really good, training hard and staying well.
karl

Nice job Scott! Especially with a calf issue.Not fun, been there.

Keep it up but be careful.

Thanks Karl (and everyone else that has responded). I use a tennis ball, but haven't used a foam roller. You're the third person to recommend one, so I guess I'd better go get one!

The calf feels a lot better already. I'll try a little running this weekend.

Thanks!
Scott

We pick our poison, I guess. Here in upstate New York we have had an unusually cool summer. Afternoon temps in the mid 80's are the high. That is great for working out.
But the early morning temps are in the 50's, also great for a workout but not so much fun in a race (or race simulation) where you start your bike leg at that temp in a wet tri suit!
Also not so much fun in January running outside in zero-degree weather. At least this winter, being newly retired, I can run in the daytime instead of the dark.
I believe I'd rather have all this coldness though than your climate!
BTW if your pool is deep enough, check out aquajogging. You can get a good run workout in 20-30 minutes if you keep good form.
Deb

Well, my last tri of the season is tomorrow, and it is a special one. I am dedicating it to expanding awareness of and fundraising for an organization that is dear to my heart because it lies at the intersection of 2 things I love: cycling and human rights. The organization is called mountain2mountain. It was started by a mountain biker from Colorado, who has spent the last several years nurturing, promoting, and equipping a women's cycling team in Afghanistan.
When we go out biking, our biggest fear might be a crash, or even just a mechanical breakdown. In Afghanistan, where cycling is traditionally taboo for women, you might fear intentional harm being done to yourself and your family, just because you are on a bike. The courage of these women and their families just catches at my heart.
This Saturday is the occasion of their Global Ride for Solidarity; its purpose is to raise both awareness and funds for the team's participation in the upcoming Asian Games. Since I had already committed to this triathlon, I decided to use it as my part of this Global Ride. Specifically, I am foregoing the hotel stay on the night before and leaving for the race at 3:45 am. I will donate the cost of the hotel to their project.
I'd love it if you took the time to at least visit mountain2mountain.org to learn more. Of course I'd love it even more if you made a donation, either through that website or you can do it through justgive.org.
Thanks for listening to my soapbox. At least I'm not asking you to dump a pail of water on your head!
Deb

Good Luck Deb, can't wait to see your RR.

For those of ya'll travelling be careful and have a nice holiday.

Good luck Deb!

I checked out the web-site. It sounds like a great cause!

Scott I.

Yea, this is supposed to be fun and for health, enjoy your ride and 8k!!!

Judi it is great that you can realize health is more important! Now you can enjoy the 8k!!

Judy, it is always hard to pullout, but you will probably be further ahead by doing so. As others have said it is supposed to be fun!

My year has been pretty much a complete bust as far as training and racing, just too much going on in life this summer and needed a rest from one more thing to add stress and another time commitment.
But on the bright side I did participate in our clubs annual end of the year lobster bake and got to spend time with friends on a beautiful Maine day!

heading to Lake Tahoe in 2 weeks to volunteer at Ironman Lake Tahoe and hopefully get ready to pull the trigger on a huge endeavor!







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