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New user![]() ![]() | ![]() My biggest success from January was actually putting together a plan that I can live with. My goal for February is simple, I just want to be consistent. My job requires a lot of flexibility and when I am on deadline or on the road my training is the first thing to go. I am going to try to make that happen less. My focus right now is my race in March and with the high school swim season being over, I can start heading back to my favorite pool. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hey all, I hope everyone's week is going well and that February is off to a good start! I need some guidance/advice on the BT scheduled training programs. I want to use the 16 week swim focused sprint program, but I am shy on the being able to swim 20m. I can do it, but there are definately some breaks in between laps. Also, the 16 weeks would have started today....which, I think when I originally thought about it I must have counted wrong. 1. Could I still use the 16 weeks, just by starting later this week or next? OR will that mess things up (ie the taper). 2. Should I wait to be able to swim 20mins without stopping (minimal stopping)? Thoughts? Am I crazy? |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() kcguy - 2007-02-12 5:58 PM Hey all, I hope everyone's week is going well and that February is off to a good start! I need some guidance/advice on the BT scheduled training programs. I want to use the 16 week swim focused sprint program, but I am shy on the being able to swim 20m. I can do it, but there are definately some breaks in between laps. Also, the 16 weeks would have started today....which, I think when I originally thought about it I must have counted wrong. 1. Could I still use the 16 weeks, just by starting later this week or next? OR will that mess things up (ie the taper). 2. Should I wait to be able to swim 20mins without stopping (minimal stopping)? Thoughts? Am I crazy? Hey KCGuy! GO FOR IT! You absolutely could use the 16 week program. Just start at the point in the week where you are. So if you start tomorrow, just start with Wednesday's workout and go from there. That should do just fine. Count backward on the program to dewtermine exactly where you are. So if the event you are leading up to is on Saturday, June 30 for example, count backward so June 23 would be week 1 and so on. that's how I do it and it works well for me. As to 20 minutes non stop. That, in my opinion, isn't an issue either. Most swim workouts are chopped up. Eventually, and probably sooner than you might think, you'll be able to pop off 20 minutes ( or proabably about 1000 yards)with little to no trouble. Keep your rest breaks minimal, and you'll be fine. Hope that helps! Everyone else -- how are you doing? Are you working hard? Keep it up!
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New user![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hope you all are doing well! I've kind of been feeling a little lag lately, and I happened to get this in the mail today (it was in a newsletter for the Twin Cities Marathon). Anyhow, although it's about running, it pertains to any sort of training really, and some of the points definitely hit home with me, so I thought I'd share: Q. I was very committed to my New Year’s resolution last month, but have recently noticed my enthusiasm is just not what it was on January 1. What can I do to keep my motivation up? A. There is a saying; “The race is not always to the swift, rather to those who keep on going.” In other words, sometimes the true champion is the one who continues toward the goal rather than arriving there first. As runners, we all know that this is often true in the events we run. The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon (MTCM) boasts that it actually has 10,000 champions! Our New Year’s resolution is quite similar to the marathon. Studies show that 71 percent of the resolutions last for only two weeks, while 64 percent last about a month, and only 50 percent will last for three months. Like the marathon, changing lifestyle habits will take time. Here are a few tips to help you stay motivated at this time: 1. Did you set realistic goals? Take a look at your goals. If they do not seem attainable at this time, adjust them. 2. Start out easy – keep the workouts and runs shorter and perhaps even slower, after all it is between seasons before your next MTCM. 3. Be patient – do not expect to reach your goals overnight. Give your body and mind adequate time to adapt and adjust to the goals set upon it. Lifestyle habits begin to change somewhere between three weeks and three months. 4. Set incremental rather than grand-scale goals – instead of running a 15 miler right now, start out at 5 miles. Once that feels comfortable, build upon it. Remember the marathon is in October; be careful not to expect to be in the kind of shape now as you will be then. 5. Run with a partner or team – running with others can make the journey easier, exciting, and more fun. Running Clubs are a great way to go! 6. Draw up a schedule – ask your coach or training partner to work with you on a schedule that will help you continue toward your goal. 7. Make it yours - be sure the schedule fits your lifestyle and do not try to live someone else’s. 8. Share your goals and plan – make yourself accountable by sharing your plans with a friend, teammate, or coach. Ask them to help you stay on track. 9. Avoid being too rigid – you are going to have great accomplishments, although you may experience some set backs along the way. It is how you work with the set backs that makes the accomplishments even more exciting. 10. Make it Playtime – time to enjoy running again…time to have fun! Continuing toward a goal can be quite difficult. Many people have experienced the struggle at times, but the true champions are those who create a plan, share it with others, take the set backs in stride, enjoy the small victories, and work to make it fun! There is something special about being part of the 50% that keep on going! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Be well, and hope you all have a great week! Kristin |
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New user![]() ![]() | ![]() Finally some real success. This week I actually made it out of bed in time to get to the gym for a decent workout. The funny thing is I am not completely in love with working out in the morning. I don't have to rush and I can get in a full hour, so no more feeling cheated. This is also going to be helpful once the weather is nicer, because then I can start doubling up without serious impact from my job. I also realized I am becoming a stronger swimmer, and I think I might be able to do the swim freestyle during my Tri. Yippeee! I have been waiting for another week to feel like things are clicking and that I am on the right track. The timing is perfect. I hope everyone is experiencing some success with their training. Enjoy your three day weekend if you get it. |
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New user![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I have a question for those of you who train on both the stationary bike and a real bike. How comparable are they? Is one much more difficult than the other? Use different muscles? I'm just trying to guage where I'm at. Yesterday, I did 4.5 miles in 20 minutes at level 9 (out of 20) -- and admittedly, I'm really not sure what that means. All I know, is that I felt like it was a really tough workout. Thanks! |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Good Question, Kris! I have no "scientific" proof of what I'm about to say, but I believe it to be not terribly far off base. There is a HUGE difference between riding on a stationary and on a "real" bike. At least that's my opinion. Stationary can give you a great workout, but I feel like I can do better on a regular bike. I think part of the reason is that with a regular bike, you get actual movement, and inertia can kick in, giving you momentum that you won't get sitting still as it were. So in that sense it could actually make the road bike easier, as at least in my case, I feel like I work much harder generally on a stationary than a road bike to get the same "speed". On the other hand, I think you get a better workout on a road bike, because, you're not only providing propulsion, but you have to use many fine motor muscles to maintain balance, etc. Another thing about a stationary bike, is that they are SO inconsistent. A level 9 on one bike feels like a level 2 on another. That makes is more difficult to truly guage your efforts As to muscles, you basically use the same muscles, but that also will vary. If you sit on your road bike in the exact same position as you do on a stationary, there's probably not much difference in that respect. However, if you think about it, on a road bike you tend to be much more forward on the bike. Most stationary's I've ridden you sit almost straight upright, so you are definately using the leg muscles differently. A stationary bike used for a spinning class will be a bit closer to the real thing than a traditional stationary bike. All that being said, there is a good reason why many triathletes/cyclists, when wanting to ride indoors because of weather, etc, purchase a "trainer" With a trainer, you mount your actual road bike on it and ride in place. With that configuration, you are able to mount and ride the bike almost identically to how you would ride it on the road. Same muscles get worked, gear ratios are the same, etc. Biggest difference is the need to use those small balance muscles. Even that can be overcome with a set of roller, which you put your bike on and literally ride in place. Both tires roll, and the is no hardware to keep the bike on the roller, other than how the rollers are positioned. Have to stay shartp to ride that way! I hope this has helped somewhat KrisMarie. Let me know if you need more help, and I'll try to find a more accurate source of information. To the rest of the team! How are you all doing? Everyone training hard? I've been toying a little bit with an idea for our March activities. What would everyone think of a "team challenge". We might even be able to do the ladies against the men. The team that meets their goals first or by a larger margin wins bragging rights, and the losing team must eat crow and pay homage to the winners. What do you think? Could be LOTS of fun!! Have a great day, gang! Happy Training.!
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Things are going great on my end...I think? ![]() I may sign up with the same coach for another 6 sessions before trying my hand at joining a master's swim class (eek!). I am thinking of taking the TI swim clinic in St. Louis near the end of March. Give me an excuse to get out of town for a bit and visit some friends. Life will be wonderful on Thursday as I am heading to the LBS to get fitted for my new bike! YEAH! If we don't have to order my size, I will get to ride it on Thursday in our nice 60 degree weather we are supposed to get! I can't wait! I hope everyone is doing well! I've noticed we've all gone quiet...its because we are all training hard! Count me in for the comp. I need to ratchet my workouts up a bit in the month o' March. |
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New user![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Thanks for the answer, Brett! That is helpful and good to know about the bike. I'm definitely game for a March challenge! I realized yesterday, with just over a week left in February, I'm going to fall short on a few of this month's goals. Looking at my work projects, March is going to be a great month for me to really put in some good, quality, training time. Danny, I'm going to sign up for a master's swim class (will begin March 26th). I'll have my regular lessons through mid-March. I'm a bit nervous about the master's class myself, but I think it is what I need to challenge me, and make me accountable to get to the pool more. Let me know if you decide to do the TI clinic; I'd be curious to see what you think about it! Hope you're all having a great week. |
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New user![]() ![]() | ![]() +1 on the March challenge. Next month is my first event and I am getting nervous, but I am getting the chance to be more consistent in my workouts. I actually take my vacation in March (to celebrate my birthday) and have already planned to get in some serious training on the 5 days I am off. The morning workouts are going great, I feel like I am getting better quality training time. I hope Brett's theory on the stationary bike holds true and that I see some serious results when I am able to get back outside with my road and mountain bikes. Is anyone else feeling the early symptoms of spring fever? |
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Master![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I'm all for a March contest! And...I registered today for a 5K race. It's a step in the right direction. This 5K is on May 2nd (an evening race in the middle of the week) and it's right near my hometown. I'm excited to see Danny's new bike. He's inspired me to upgrade my equipment...and I'll be starting with my shoes! I've had them for probably 5-6 years and the soles are worn thin! It's time to get fitted into a new pair...and I'm going to the Running Fit store right after work today to have that done! Now that I've made a financial commitment...I have extra motivation to get to the gym. I'm also looking forward to running outside...so I'm planning to take my runs outside a minimum of once per week. |
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New user![]() ![]() | ![]() KCGuy -- Just wait until you spend your evenings checking out the necessories you see in the cycling catalogues. Welcome to the dark side ![]() |
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New user![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Ahhh! I wish it felt more like spring here; we're getting buried with snow. Congratulations on your new ride, Danny! That's awesome! Kristen, I bet you will be amazed to see what a difference a good, well-fitted pair of running shoes will do. I try to buy new ones every 8 -10 months, and I can definitely feel the difference when I get new ones. Enjoy the weekend, everyone. |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I know what you mean joy. I went back to the bike shop later that day (after running errands) and bought shoes and a pair of shorts! I'm sticking with the cages for now. I will see about the clipless in a few months. Maybe, I can convince someone its a great birthday present! ![]() I have shoes with the removable cleat in the bottom so when I go clipless, I won't have to buy another pair of shoes....until later. Kristen, definately get a good fit at the running store. If there is one thing you don't want is tired puppies to run in. I hope you find a great pair! I've taken that last three days off (sans slip on ice) and I think my hip will be okay to get back to it tomorrow. Hope everyone is training hard and having fun! Edited by kcguy 2007-02-24 5:04 PM |
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Master![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Alright! It's March! What's this competition going to consist of? |
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Master![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() FEBRUARY RECAP - February had it's good and bad parts. The bad...I lost motivation and skipped out on my training for about two weeks. The good...it was a TEMPORARY loss of motivation and I'm back in the saddle. I realize now how great this site is now because if it wasn't for that and you guys, it would have been very hard to get back into the swing of things. I'm pumped up every time I visit this site. GOALS RECAP FOR FEBRUARY - Because I didn't hit most of my goals for February, I'll just summerize what I DID accomplish! -I signed up for the RunFit 5K to be held on May 2nd. -I've incorporated strength training/weights into my routine. -I've worked on my swimming technique and am able to swim longer before coming up for air. GOALS FOR MARCH - -By MARCH 31st, be able to run for 30 minutes non-stop on the dread-mill. -By MARCH 31st, be able to run for 3.5 miles non-stop outside. -Run outside a minimum of 1x per week. -By MARCH 31st, increase the pace to 15 on the stationary bike (30 minutes/hill program). -By MARCH 31st, decide whether I'm going to buy a new bike or use my mountain bike. -By MARCH 31st, be able to swim 300 meters non-stop at an easy pace. -By MARCH 31st, be able to swim 150 meters non-stop at a sprint pace. -By MARCH 31st, increase my total meters/workout to an average of 1000 meters. -Incorporate ab work into my routine. -Decide which Tri's I want to compete in and register. -NO SKIPPING WORKOUTS. No excuses. Get to the gym every day. I'm looking forward to hitting my goals and having a great month! Edited by hamiltks10 2007-03-02 9:09 AM |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hey KC -- CONGRATS on the new WHEELS- Always loved good bike porn! haha Everyone -- how are you doing? Are you ready to "RUMBLE"??
Edited by UTTriman 2007-03-02 11:00 AM |
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Expert ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() HEY GANG! March is upon us. I didn't have the best February either -- only made one goal -- the 25k yards in the pool. Everything else -- well, let's just say it didn't happen. As your mentor, I also let some of you down a bit, by not keeping you inspired enough. No one has said anything to me about that, but I need to do better! And my committment this month is to do just that. Going to be a challenge with another event to run on March 24, but I'm gonna get it done! OK -- We talked about a "challenge" for the month of March. Here's the deal! It's ladies against the men -- and I think the ladies have the edge here -- Us men need to step up to the plate! Each of us will come up with at least 4 goals for the month of March. At least 1 of the goals must address one element of the sport. So, there should be a swimming goal, a biking goal, and a running goal. The 4th goal should be some other element -- for me -- it's weight loss. For you, might be extra strength training. It might be to get registered for 2 events or something like that. The goals should also be quantifiable and easily measured. For example -- maybe the goal is 5000 yards swimming. That's easily measured. Goals like run 3.5 miles outside nonstop are also excellent goals and should be persued. But how are you going to get there. Are you going to run a minimum of 10 miles a week, or 45 minutes twice a week. That's what I'm talking about. What is the PLAN to get to the ultimate goal of 3.5 miles non-stop. Easy to measure if you made your 10 miles that week or your 45 minutes. I would like everyone's 4 goals by Monday if possible. I will then build a spreadsheet here on the site and input those goals and we will monitor each others progress very easily. SMACK talk is permitted and encouraged! The winners get bragging rights, and the loser's eat crow! Let's have some fun with this. There are often challenges on BT, and I've personally found it a great way to help keep myself motivated. Let's give it a whirl, shall we! By the way, KCGUY! Love your post about -- did we do it?? Awesome! My goals will be posted by the end of the day! LET THE CHALLENGE BEGIN!!! Edited by UTTriman 2007-03-02 10:59 AM |
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New user![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hey guys and gals, I have to say, I realized today at the gym that I fell flat on my face for my February goals (which is why I got a good laugh out of Danny's post), and was feeling kind of bummed out about it. I was glad to get back on here and see all of you still trucking along -- despite a lot of us not having the most success in Feb! March will be our month -- I have a feeling! I am going to think about what my goals for March should be. I considered just transferring my February ones over, seeing as how I missed them all (some by a long shot), but I'm not sure that's the best way to go. I might have to look at things more realistically. I think January I set my goals too small, so February I overcompensated and failed. I need to think about how to keep them challenging, yet not unattainable. I'll keep you all posted! I hope to have it done by weekend's end. Hope you're all doing well! |
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New user![]() ![]() | ![]() Ok here are my 4 goals for March 1. Complete my 5k in under 45 minutes 2. Get two swim workouts in each week 3. Bike a minimum 25 miles per week 4. Run three times a week |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Hey everyone! Yeah, I felt that I fell totally flat with Feb's goals, hence the post. I realized that it was a great month for me, but I didn't really get to the level that I thought I would get to. I'm glad to be going on this journey with some great people. We are able to inspire each other and kick each other's butt. That said, time to ratchet it up! GAME ON! ![]() I am carrying over last months goals because, I didn't really reach them and I find that they are important. For MARCH: - Run 2x-3x a week (continue building base) GOALS: Increase mileage to 12 miles/week Improve 5k time to 29 minutes Run outside min 1x a week - Swim 2x-3x a week (continue building base) GOAL: Swim 100 yards without stopping (this will stay until I can actually do it) - Bike 2x-3x a week GOALS: Indoor mileage 10 miles/30 minutes Outdoor find some training routes and join bicycle club - Strength 2x-3x a week GOALS: Wake up early to lift And now for some other things to consider: - Begin looking at proper nutrition for training. - Sign up for first tri by March 31st - Lose 10# Things to be thankful for this month: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS MARCH 11TH Edited by kcguy 2007-03-04 8:13 PM |
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Master![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Ok...here are my goals for the March contest! This will be fun and if I really stick to this plan, I should see some big time improvement in my endurance over the next four weeks. Swimming goal - Swim 750 meters 3x/week (Totaling 2250 meters/week and 9000 meters total for March) **I'm feeling more and more confident in the pool and therefore am increasing my distance per workout by 250 meters. I will also be working on increasing my sprint distance and incresing my endurance for swimming longer distances without breaking. Currently, I can sprint swim for 25 meters without breaking and want to get to 150 meters by the end of March. And I can swim 150 meters without breaking and want to increase that to 300 by the end of the month. Lofty goals for March...but if I'm in the pool 3x/week, I believe I can do it. Biking goal - Ride 45 minutes 3x/week (Totaling 2.25 hours/week and 9 hours total for March) **I had been riding on the stationary bike for 30 minutes at level 12 on the hill profile. I will increase that to 45 minutes/workout and will gradually increase the level. I'd like to be at 45 minutes on level 15 by the end of March. Running goal - Run 45 minutes 3x/week (Totaling 2.25 hour/week and 9 hours total for March) **Running is the hardest part of the tri-training for me. With my time off in February, I'm basically back to where I started. Right now, I can run for 15 minutes without breaking...so I'm doing a run/walk/run/walk combo to finish my 30 minutes. Other than feeling stronger and less tired recently, I haven't seen much improvement in my endurance. So I am going to take another approach. Instead of a 30 minute session on the dread-mill, I'm going to increase it to 45 minutes. I'm going to still have to do the run/walk combo to complete it for now...but I have a feeling that the extra 15 minutes of run/walk will help to increase my endurance so that I'm able to eventually go for 25-30 minutes without breaking. Weight Training Goal - Weight Train 4x/week *chest, back, abs - Tuesday and Saturday *arms, shoulders, abs - Thursday and Sunday Alright! Let's get this party started! |
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Veteran ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() March came in like a LION!! I think he scared the rest of the team away???? Hello?Hello?Hello?Hello?Hello?Hello?hmrph. *danny scratches head confused* |
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