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Thanks Jenny.

I would love to get some swimming lessons, I just don't want to spend a fortune and I'm not sure where to go for them.  I may need to break down and buy the Total Immersion program.  But, I looked at their website once and was little overwhelmed with all the different DVDs/programs they offer.  My gosh, where do I start.  Also, I'm not sure how I will do watching a DVD and then having to go out to the pool and try to remember what I watched.  That's why I haven't done it.  I've printed a few pointers from other places but sometimes it's hard to understand what they mean.  I'm much better one on one.  

Made it thru nightshift 1/3 and heading out to bike. Woohoo! Wind blowin' like the Wizard of Oz.

Jenny, what's with the peeps in the BT'er's pics? Was this a challenge or something? Just curious.

Lesley, OWS sounds like fun, but must be cold in NJ now. Wetsuit??? I can't seem to get organized enough right now to get someone out with me on an OWS. May try on Sat if weather OK. You have me challenged and inspired.

Lisa, I was cheap on the swim thing, and I'm still slow, so probably not the best advice. I live an hour from lessons, so that's out. I read the book on TI and practiced drills this winter, with some improvement. Best improvement was when I swam with a wetsuit, probably because my technique is otherwise so poor. Was following plan on www.ruthkazez.com for 6 week to one mile with great improvement, until rec. pool closed for repairs. I really like her approach and she has some cool art. I really don't sweat the swim anymore. I've discovered more anxiety is put on the swim, and it accounts for a small fraction of the tri. Very little anxiety is put on the bike and it's the bulk on the time, so I switched my focus. Maybe I'm just doing what I like, too.

Outta here. Will catch ya'll tonite!

Carol

My real name is Erin.

 I haven't personally done Team In Training, but I've joined in on some of their group runs and helped out for a season -- it's good if you're just starting out and don't know how to proceed -- as long as you're fine with the fundraising. It's generally a pretty big chunk of money. The nice part is you get a coach, a training plan, and organized group runs.

Oh, BTW my real name is katie (for the table)... who would have guessed from my screen name?

Edited by kt_grl11 2008-05-01 12:45 PM

Hi team....

I am having some difficulty copying the group to my log.  Where do I get the "code"?  When I hit "quote", the whole table remains and doesn't copy.  I also tried to delete my April challenge table.  I was able to erase all the names, but a small orange square remains. Help!!!

Concerning the Team In Training....I have a very good friend who did TNT last year for her first tri.  The training, coaching and organization to/from the race was great.  The biggest problem was the fundraising.  The amount is huge.  I think her requirement was $2500!  If you are not able to raise all the money, you don't get the rest of the benefits.

Happy training everyone.  I am working on some new goals for next week!

Linda

hey Jenny....

My plan is to borrow my son's bike.  He has a hybrid bike which he used for his training and first tri last year.  I got him a new Trek road bike for his birthday, so now he rides and trains on that.  So, one of my new goals is to get a helmet this weekend and ride with my son.  We live right next to a trail, so I will start with some short rides on that.  Thanks for the tips and encouragement!  : )

I think the weather for Sunday is just clouds and a "chance" of showers.....so, you can probably run Broad Street.  It was almost exactly the same weather last Sunday and the weather was perfect for the 1/2 marathon. I am also planning to just run and not race.  It is so crowded in this race that it is hard to really race it. Besides, I am happy with last weeks results, so I can just have fun with this one!  I live in Horsham. 

Along the same lines, i'm considering doing a local sprint triathlon in may. But I know the lake is gonna be cold (probably 50% chance that its cold enough to use a wet suit). Anyways, i'm not really feeling like forking out the money for a wet-suit right now.. and thus am wondering if there are any alternatives (that may be a little warmer). I know that they make thermal rash guards (for surfing), assuming temp is low enough are these allowed for the swim portion?

Early good morning to you all! The rec. pool is back up, so after 2 weeks (ouch!) I get to swim today. Oh, the pain! Anyway, I'll sleep well.

Thanks so much Jenny for putting together a great group. Oh, and I like the peeps! Will have to think about goals.

Katie, my father grew up in Borger, TX...we'd make the trek annually out there. I'm one of the few who really loves the panhandle. You can find the rules for the swim at http://www.usatriathlon.org/Events/Rules.aspx. I couldn't check your specific question because my computer won't allow downloads at work. You can also rent wetsuits at the tri, so you may check that out. I'm 20-25% faster in a wetsuit, mainly because I'm such a poor swimmer, so there may be an advantage for you there.

Sorry, Lynn, no thoughts on the soleus thing. Was pleased to know there is at least one injury I have not experienced, though.

Tania, I actually like having everyone around me in the OWS. Makes me feel more secure.

WTG on the bike, Linda!

Arden, you jinxed me. I dropped my bottle on the bike today. Had to stop, drop the bike and run back down the hwy (in spandex of course), much to the amusement of the local rednecks at the Citgo!

Gotta go. Ya'll sleep well and I'll catch ya later.....Carol