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NAME: TRIGUYBRI/Brian

STORY: I am from Salem, Oregon.  Working towards my 5th year in Triathlon's.  Turning the big 50 next year and have signed up for Vineman Full in Guerneville, CA.  Race day (July 27th) is the day before my 50th B-Day (July 28th).  Happy B-Day me.  What a way to turn 50. : ) Involved in our local Tri Club here in Salem, OR...Willamette Valley Triathlon Club.  Have done Sprints, Oly Distance and Half-Iron Distance. 

STATUS: Married (Kay) 25 years and we have one son Brandon and a Westhighlander Terrier (White Westie) named Scooter.

TRAINING: Am in Week 2 of my training plan for Vineman Full.  Using the Fink Competitive Plan. I too love the training and figuring everything out.  Especially enjoy the planning and the journey; except when the journey doesn't end well.

2012 RACES: One sprint this past year. Was training for a marathon that never happened due to an injury.  Took time off to heal.

2013 RACES: Metric Century Bike, Century Bike Ride, Two local sprints, Oly Distance, OWS (Iron Distance Swim)and 2 Practice Race Simulations.  Vineman Full (1st Full).

WEIGHTLOSS - Working on getting back to 190;  Current 219.

Wow. I seem to remember a run in Seattle with, um, ahem, our esteemed leader Steve... He didn't even warrant a mention?? Shame...

XOXOXO. You know I love you, Mama!!!!

Hey neighbor! I just moved to Salem in July, but haven't spent much time here lately due to family events.  Hoping to spend more time at home in 2013. Would love to meet up sometime! Going to have to check out the tri club too.

Hi everyone, I would love to join in on all the fun!

I really like that there are a lot of members here that have a lot of different experience.  I hope you will have me and I think I will get a lot from this and hope to be able to give something in return as well.  

NAME: Drew Coyle

STORY: In June of 2011 I realized that I would be turning 30 in a year and figured I needed to make a change in my lifestyle.  Included on the list of things to change was weight, diet and overall well being.  It took about 8 more months before I started taking things seriously.  Last April and May I began running a little (more walking than running I think).  I started around 260lbs @ about 6'2".  I started losing weight and feeling better.  In June (the week I turned 30) my sister showed up to stay with my wife and I while she competed in her first Ironman.  It was the first year we embraced the madness that the IM brings to town and didn't leave for calmer waters.  I was beyond inspired.  It was one of the most incredible things I had ever been a part of, and I started wondering...could I maybe do this someday?    The next week I was signed up for a 5k.  Fast forward to the end of July I had a conversation with a colleague who was interested in triathlon as well.  The conversation we had made me want to start very badly.  So I found an "Internet" Half Ironman training plan on some website called Beginner Triathlete....  By the first week of August I had started swimming regularly and purchased a bike and was preparing to step up my running.  I have been training and logging as much as my schedule has allowed ever since.  To date I have lost 40 lbs and am hovering around 220 and still gaining fitness and losing weight.  The same sister, for round two of inspiration, was signed up for Ironman Canada.  Off we went to watch that.  It was equally inspirational and gave a boost of motivation when some of the excitement was waning.  She qualified for Kona on that adventure.  In October I had the privilege of traveling to witness the Mecca of triathlon.  I was able to swim the bay, run on Ali'i drive and even met and got an autograph from Mary Beth Ellis.  I was even more hooked.  I had signed up for the Boise Half Ironman as soon as registration opened.  I am committed and ready to go, but I think I might need some advice and some encouragement along the way!

Aside from the new found joy of training for triathlon, I love to ski and just bought a small sailboat this last summer.  I'm also a sucker for the great beers we are so spoiled by in the Pacific Northwest!  

STATUS: My wife Kate and I live in Coeur d' Alene Idaho, the black lab (Wilbur) & and a mainecoon are the closest things to kids.  I work and commute to Anchorage AK.

TRAINING: As a commuting pilot, training has been an adventure.  I've got 3 pools I use regularly, 2 gyms and lots of running routes.  The bike is difficult this time of year.  I've been using stationary/spin bikes when I can.  I try to train 3-6 days per week depending on what the schedule looks like.  

2013 RACES: I'm a total tri-noob, this is my first go!  I'm signed up for the Boise Half Ironman, and am looking for a sprint or two to mix into my training plan (hopefully in the Northwest).  

WEIGHTLOSS: Training thus far has rewarded me with much better results than I ever dreamed.  I hope to continue until I find my natural healthy weight.

My ears have been ringing all morning! Now I know why!  Wah!!!

Thank you, David.  Dad was a special guy and it was an honor for me to spend those moments with him.

NAME:kt65/ Kim (aka Suzy's twin because we have the same birthday and a few shared neurosis')

STORY: in progress.

FAMILY STATUS: Married (John<<) i mean kathy.  wait. what?  two 4 legged rescued kiddos: Mochi (7 yr old brown tabby) and Ripley (4 year old Pit mix who is a terrific running partner)

 
CURRENT TRAINING: hitting it. wait. what?!  I am currently not much of a triathlete, but have been enjoying getting stronger with Crossfit and running 2-3x week with the pooch.

2012  RACES: The Goofy Challenge, a local duathlon, Vineman 70.3, Disneyland Half Marathon

2013 RACES:  Hits Napa Olympic in April (with Linda and her speedy son, Zach), Oakland Half Marathon (with Suzy) and then Vineman 70.3 #5 for me! (with Linda again!)

Goals: Last year was a bit trying with a heel injury and dealing with some family stuff throughout the year, but I am looking forward to 2013 as things have been feeling pretty good with my heel.  Not sure how things will play out but I am dedicated to keeping things mellow this coming year. 

Welcome to all of our newest members.  Looking forward to sharing the journey with the MG in 2013.  Was it Brian who is doing the Vineman Full?  Love the course, love, love, love it!  Please feel free to shoot me any questions!

WAIT, WHAT. 

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAA. 

jack found the annoying orange.  its delayed my run but so worth it... if you like childish stuff.

Grew up in Fairfield County CT.

Christmas #1 is officially in the books.  Off to Lambeau in the morning!

So happy to see you back Kim!!!!  You too Deb.

PS.  Kyla, I was kidding.....good grief.  I felt a few feathers ruffle. Off to sulk in the dog house.

Hi everyone, still says open and you all sound like a great bunch!!

Name: Cheryl DuPrey

Story: I am 40 years old and live in Centralia, WA. Grew up around Leavenworth, WA one of the most beautiful places to live. Very active as a youth and even young adult. Played soccer, rode bicycle and of course went skiing continuously (of course it helps when you live 7 miles from the ski area). And here I am trying something new and exciting.

Status: Married for 20 years to Gene, deputy in Thurston Co. We work opposite shifts, ugh. I have three children: Gary, 18; Austin, 16; and Elyssa (Miss E), 14. Then of course I have my four legged babies. Two dogs - Sasha, a newf and Oskar, an Australian Shepard; Kay-dee, Arabian and Misty, my species confused miniature horse.

Training: Currently we are training 3 times a week, running. Attempted a brick last week and was flooded out of the fitness center, haha. So, gonna try to get into bricks hard and heavy in January.

2012 Races: We have completed three 5ks this year. The last one was on Dec. 22, 2012.

2013 Races: The goal is to compete at Lake Chelan in the Try-a-Tri. I want to make sure I really can get into this sport, but I don't think there will be an issue. I am a complete geek about this stuff and love to improve my time, even in 5ks. We will also be competing in the Rage in the Sage Duathlon, and the kicker........wait for it......the 5k Foam Fest, Issaquah.

Goals: Improve my running, learn how to swim (properly) and have lots and lots of fun.

Weightloss: I am probably what is considered an athena, don't care. I know what my set point is and although insurance companies would like to see me 25 lbs lighter, too bad. Once I start exercising appropriately again, I gain muscle and lose fat.

(When you read we above, please note, I am taking on this adventure with my two office mates. Also, note, none of us know a thing about triathlons and we get nervous when we go do our 5ks. So any and all advice is greatly appreciated.)

Thank you,

Cheryl

I think this is aimed at Brian, not sure I'm going to have to get better with everyone's name here.

I use a Garmin 305.  I have found with the strap I originally I wore it above my sternum and it worked great.  As my body shape has been changing, I've had to lower the strap to rest just below the sternum or it won't get a good contact.  I also lather my chest up with water before I put it on.  I've found, especially when I'm running in AK and it's bitterly cold, that it will be very erratic when I wear it until I begin sweating enough to create a better contact.

Drew