marymosc13's group THE V.A.M.P.S., FULL (Page 3)

glad to hear it! i know how that stuff is addicting... so i totally sympathize. in college, i used to go through 3 of those 2 liter bottles a week! not to mention all the captain morgan rum and diet cokes i used to suck down on a regular basis... *shudder*!

i think that your promotion warranted some festivities to say the least... glad to hear you're back in business.

sounds like a great beginning! good luck!

congratulations on completing what sounds like a difficult class. the three words that best described my first time in the pool were: I DIDN'T DROWN! rock on sistah-girl!

having a swim buddy is great - make it happen, swimming alone is for sea turtles!

Hello all!!

So, I have been thinking about what to rename the group all weekend, and this week, but I am THE most uncreative person ever, so I haven't been able to think of anything good yet. I was trying to think of something triathlon related, but I don't think I know enough "tri lingo".  I'll keep working on it though. 

I'm definately inspired by you all! I will admit that at the beginning of this week, I was getting a bit discouraged because I have always exercised in the mornings at the gym, but dh decided he needs to start lifting weights every other day with some of his cycling team mates. Because of work and family commitments, I don't have time after work and someone's got to be home with the baby in the morning, so I kept thinking "this isn't going to work", but then I realized I have to stick with it at least until I do my first triathlon because the rest of my group is gonna leave me behind if I don't!!!  So...my goal is to find the triathlon I'm gonna finish, and I'M GONNA DO IT!

You guys are all doing awesome (I peek at your training logs...I hope that's ok, it just keeps me inspired to keep trying!) I'm amazed at how fast you all are, especially at running. I am the slowest and worst runner ever, so hopefully that is one thing I can improve! Have wonderful day!!!

-Becky

I think I am a sea turtle!! I LOVE swimming alone! It is one of my favorite things to do! It feels so good to be alone in my thoughts! I turn on the cruise control, and just go, go, go! I need training buddies for running and cycling though, even if I'm on a trainer, I like having someone there to talk to when I ride.

no pressure on the name thing... i've been racking my brain too and it hasn't answered yet.

you are more than welcome to look at our logs. in fact, its encouraged! i have links to all of you on my log home page that i click on daily to track your progress - as mentor of the group, it is kinda my "job" but you all should do that for each other too, it goes a long way

as for the dh's lifting getting in the way of your workouts, kudos to you for saying you aren't gonna let it keep you from acheiving your goals - that said, i hope you both can come to a compromise and share the free time that there is for you to get some workouts in. not to get all up in your business, but it sounds like he just made the announcement that he'll start lifing in the AM w/o consulting you... not very "snow white" (fair) from my standpoint.

running takes practice - slow running eventually becomes faster running with time. when i started out (i actually just checked my logs from august of last year) my first 3 mile run on the earth (not a treadmill) took me 50 minutes (that's a 16 min/mile) so i've gotten faster over time and you will too!

don't despair... the human body is a marvelous machine that adapts to just about anything you hand to it... so hand it some miles/laps and it will respond!

happy training!

you so have to share pics of you in the cap/good luck charm... that's so cool!

Yes, a picture would be great! When I was on swim team, we all collected swim caps from places that we raced.  We would have loved  a swim cap like that!!! 

I live near Salt Lake City, and can recommend a few places if you like. It depends on the weather and how much time you have though. There are alot of beautiful places to trail run, and some pretty cool parks if you have a little travel time (20-30 min.) I live about 45 min. south of SLC and there are tons of places around here. If you don't have a lot of time, a lot of people enjoy running in "the avenues". It is really close to downtown, and there are beautiful old, and historic homes to jog by.  There is actually a marathon there every year. Sounds like an exciting trip though. I love to travel, so I'm excited for you!

-Becky

Sorry, for the double post, I have no idea how I did that!

The changing of the guard is SO amazing. I loved all the symbolism behind it, and I just love being at Arlington. It's one of the most peaceful places I've ever been. Definately makes me grateful to people like you who sacrifice so much!! Have a great trip!

-Becky

east coast in the HOWWSE~! just gotta say that while in NYC, you MUST run in central park... absolutely the prettiest place in NYC to run. if you are game, PM me and we can try to hook up while you are in the big apple... i'm about 20 mins west of manhattan.

itchy trigger finger! happens to me sometimes too - too much coffee, i guess!