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Hi!

Wow,Heather you were right! The nutrition log is really cool! It is really easy to use and I was even able to find the protein shake I use I think after a couple more times I think I can get it logged really quickly. I've got to get off the sugar.  I'm an addict. 

I'm so glad you are all working on your TI drills.  I'm sold on it. It has really helped me so much.  My balance has improved from doing the drills. I saw something the other day that helped me internalize some of the TI philosophy more: http://www.sealfitnesschallenge.com/swim.htm(Robyn-thanks for finding that site)

Two faults that I have are feeling like I am swimming uphill and picking my head up. Both of those are balance issues.  I was concentrating on those yesterday.  I tried to keep my eyes on the same place on the ropes to work at keeping my head level.  That was the first thing to help..The trainer in the video talks about using your torso as your buoy and to balance off of that.   I've found that what they say about sinking body, legs or butt is true: if I am are sinking my head is either out of position, I'm holding my breath  or I'm  not balanced on my armpit/torso.  I got some larger view goggles the other day.  They are aquasphere and I think that they will really help me see better in the open water swim.  That was the hardest thing for me, not being able to see. I got them for 12.00- a huge bargain at a sports store going out of business!

Alan, that is really cool that they are having a seminar when you'll be there for your lesson.  I know you'll share what you learn with us!

 I didn't push my run (on the treadmill again) too hard because of the shin splint like pain I had Monday. I ran 10.5 miles  for the first two miles.  I was trying to figure out what I was doing that was making it hurt. I think I need some help with my stride because little shifts I made helped.  I was able to finish today, and the pain dissipated after mile 2. Hmmmm. Mile 3 I did the last two quarters of a mile at 9:30 per mile pace. That is still my goal! 

Before last year, I had probably run a total of 10 miles for exersize since junior high (30+ years ago) and had never swam a lap in a pool but knew how to "swim".  I started mountain biking the summer before last but hadn't been on a road bike in 20 years. I'll be 45 next weekend and I can't believe how much finding a goal and working towards it has done for me. I am learning so much everyday, and I can't believe how much progress I've made. I really didn't have any idea that I could do this and it makes me feel great. And...my teenage son says I'm nicer when I'm training.  What a great sport!

 Les

Elizabeth, I would Love to help you with your log, however as I have stated before, I am forom Alabama, do you really want me messing with anything that has a computer involved????

Seriously, Send Marmadaddy an IM, I am sure he could help you out.

I finished my goal this week and completed my training plan as well. I'm feeling pretty good, and got to finish my bike goal with a great mountain bike ride. Believe it or not, it was in the 80s here today.

Have a great super bowl party Elizabeth! I hope everyones favorite team wins today, but I'm rooting for perfection.

 Goals for next week:

Robyn's Group week 4 Challenge

swim x2 1 hour (total)

run 2x  1 hour(total)

Bike 2x  2 hours(total)

core 3x 1.5 sets

Les

OK, what a great last half of the 4th Quarter!

I finished all of my goals this week and then some.  The weather was so nice today I decided to do another walk.

Goals for next week are the same, except I'm downing my yoga by half.  When I join the Y soon, I'll add in swim and bike time.

3x - 30 minutes walk

2x - 30 minutes strength training

2x - 30 minutes yoga

Even thopugh I made a  fourth quarter come back nearly as worhty as the NY Giants, I still feel a sthough I did not complete my goals for the week. ( I will check closer just to make sure).

Here are my goals for this coming week.

                  Mon              Tue             Wed            Thur          Fri             Sat          Sun.      Total.

Swim: 55 minutes

Bike: 75 Minutes

Run: 55 minutes. As usual some days may get swapped around due to other commitments.Monday I will try to dot he Swim / Bike as a brick.

Congratulations to everyone for finishing their goals.

Rueben, congrats to you for having such a great day.

Sarah, I'm sure I speak for everyone as I extend deepest sympathies for your loss.  Best to you during this time and I hope you get your knees figured out.

Curt, just don't let those blahs keep you from coming back permanently.  We hope you get back in the challenge mood soon.

Elizabeth, hope you made it through your Superbowl party OK.

Lora

I just found this neat article in Triathlete Magazine regarding breathing while swimming.  Sounds pretty informative.

Lora

http://www.triathletemag.com/Departments/Training/2007/Don_t_take_my_breath_away.htm