Yanti & Lynn: Manatee Madness Mentor Group CLOSED (Page 30)

Keep it up Allen that's fantastic!!

OK so stupid trainer question, how much resistance should be on the rear tire?  I have a cycle ops fluid pro 2 trainer and I set it up and did an easy 30 min spin just trying to get a handle on set up etc. I bought the unit in October (got a great deal so didn't want to pass it up) but just set it up for the first time today and it seemed alot easier than what I was expecting based on comments from BT.  For instance, and I realize speed isnt accurate, my avg speed according to my cyclecomp was in the mid 30's mph and I could get it into the 40's, which according to the speed to power chart would have me at over 800 Joules...  which as much as I 'd love to think I am that beastly, I'm not- not at all.  Thoughts?

Im back to more of a normal schedule this week.  

Are you running a regular tyre on it? what's the inflation pressure? Resting solidly on the flywheel? Have you tried shifting into the big ring?

Welcome back!

I should have been clearer about the question of trail shoes, I have trail shoes with no specific support as far as I can tell but a sole capable of gripping and withstanding the uneven surface. The problem is that I ran in 'neutral' running shoes for 9 months after some bad advice and now have plantar faciatis that I'm trying to resolve.

The question is - do I run in my support giving running shoes that I know will help my heel pain but provide no stability for my ankles or grip

or

do I run in my trail shoes and hope that the fact that I'm not running on concrete means that I wont suffer as a result of the lack of support. 

Why don't manufacturers make trail shoes with support? Is it too niche or are they just not needed? 

Sorry that I have been MIA the past week.  I have been having trouble sleeping when I get home from work at night.  I have been sleeping from 4:00am to 11:00 am.  It only left me with a couple of hours to deal with training and getting ready for work.  But, Im back to more of a normal schedule this week.  

Hope everybody has a great week! 

ukweeble - 2012-01-09 8:00 PM I AM STILL STOPPED SMOKING.  

Yay - well done, this is great news!

Claire--I have pretty nasty seasonal allergies, and during (!) last year's racing, I discovered that I also have exercise-induced asthma....I was so happy to learn that I had it though--I had done two tris, and during both of them I would have MAJOR issues breathing during the swim, leading to major chest pain (still with the inability to breathe) during the bike and run! Finally, I visited my doctor and was prescribed an inhaler--It was like a breakthrough moment--my next workout went SO well, I almost cried cause I was so happy--instead, I ran--and ran, and ran, and ran....It can still get a little tight, but nowhere near as bad as before.

Rest day today---20 miles on the bike followed by a quick run tomorrow! Good times!

Oh yeah--new first today! I got to play with a bobcat--he lives in our education dept. While I have seen him a bunch (even patrolled with him while he's on a walk), I never got to hang with him. Today I was able to sit in his 'den' and pet him and play with him--so awesome! 

So this diet, weight loss thing is going pretty good so far.  Biggest struggle for me are the hunger pains.  I have been trying to combat this with drinking lots of water, carrying snacks with me throughout the day, and increasing protein (eg. Greek yogurt in the am's vs regular).  Anyone have any remedies that work well for them?  This coming from a guy who can eat a whole large supreme pizza anytime, anywhere.

May everyone reach their goals today!!!

I should have been clearer about the question of trail shoes, I have trail shoes with no specific support as far as I can tell but a sole capable of gripping and withstanding the uneven surface. The problem is that I ran in 'neutral' running shoes for 9 months after some bad advice and now have plantar faciatis that I'm trying to resolve.

The question is - do I run in my support giving running shoes that I know will help my heel pain but provide no stability for my ankles or grip

or

do I run in my trail shoes and hope that the fact that I'm not running on concrete means that I wont suffer as a result of the lack of support. 

Why don't manufacturers make trail shoes with support? Is it too niche or are they just not needed? 

Hi everyone, sorry I've been mia since my OMGwhathaveIgottenmyselfinto post! My group went live the night before I hauled my entire family from Chicago to Paso Robles, California for a week (and I hauled them with one arm!). Then of course it was a whirlwind of celebration and family fun (and angst) right up until we left on Sunday morning!

New Year's Day I was able to ride my uncle's trainer for close to an hour, and I have been getting some power walking in. Feels really good, and hoping I get cleared for all of this at my next appointment . My plan for IMOO starts in February and I am simply going to sub aqua jogging for swimming until I can actually start swimming. Not the same, but it gives me cardio with no impact and three distinct activities to swap between.

Riding the trainer this afternoon!!! 

Cheers! Q.

congrats on the birthday Hollz. The big 5-0 sounds like something to look forward to if we all get the chance to party like you.

Pleased you are able to paint such an accurate image of me! I will be updating with more morsels of info as time goes by to complete the picture.

To all my fellow Manatees, you guys are really rocking with your training. It spurs me on to train hard just to make it worthwhile posting myself. As for me, my swimming isn't getting faster but my endurance is improving. Have i mentioned i hate swimming? My run seems a little better, as does my bike. I AM STILL STOPPED SMOKING.  Just about to go out for my first night jog having bought some neon/reflective gear. Desperately need to get myself a digital watch so that i can time myself more accurately.

Love the positivity of the group. Thanks Lynn and Yanti for setting the mood and keeping it there.

Am i going on a bit? it is beginning to sound a bit like an 'Oscars' acceptance speech so i will shut up.

Allen you hate swimming and I am in need of a hamster ball for my road bike.  BTW I watched for the mer-people top secret blow holes at last nights swim.  They glide so quickly and efficiently thru the water I didn't catch a glimpse of this mysterious breathing.  Then the deck coach decided to have the newbies do some timeed 50's...   First 50 = 51 seconds, second 50 = 43 seconds.  Not bad.

I hear you. Lots of water (lemon squeeze? splash of juice? carbonated?), try to munch on enough low-cal (or high-nutrient) high-density snacks so the hunger doesn't set in. Lowfat cheese, nuts, big whole fruits (apples, bananas, etc.), homemade granola, beef jerky, hard boiled eggs (or egg salad made with whites and nonfat dressing or just drizzled with olive oil and seasoning), crunchy veggies ...

Not bad? That's awesome, damn straight!!!

(the blowholes are hard to see because they're tucked into the armpit fold ... really all you see when the merpeople fly by is whoosh and water coming off all parts of them)

For a long time on the bike, I wore a Camelbak. Sure, it was a decent liquid delivery system. But mainly because with the straps tight on my shoulders, I felt like I was wearing a seat belt harness and I was safe.

Not bad? That's awesome, damn straight!!!

(the blowholes are hard to see because they're tucked into the armpit fold ... really all you see when the merpeople fly by is whoosh and water coming off all parts of them)

For a long time on the bike, I wore a Camelbak. Sure, it was a decent liquid delivery system. But mainly because with the straps tight on my shoulders, I felt like I was wearing a seat belt harness and I was safe.

So this diet, weight loss thing is going pretty good so far.  Biggest struggle for me are the hunger pains.  I have been trying to combat this with drinking lots of water, carrying snacks with me throughout the day, and increasing protein (eg. Greek yogurt in the am's vs regular).  Anyone have any remedies that work well for them?  This coming from a guy who can eat a whole large supreme pizza anytime, anywhere.

May everyone reach their goals today!!!