Tri Curious - closed (Page 4)

2011-01-16 8:36 AM

in reply to: #3302225

Elite

2640

Ontario, Canada

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

ultrakitegirl - 2011-01-15 11:06 PM Hi Team!

Doing a triathlon is my inspiration for getting over knee surgery about a year and a bit ago. The surgery went well, but I fell on the ice about a week after and it has been a bit of a struggle since things got a bit mucked up at that point.

My mind and body are ready now and I can't wait to get going. I know this will be difficult after being quite inactive for so long, but I was a competitive athlete before and feel I am still in decent enough shape to be in a tri this summer.

Nadina

Welcome to BT and to Tri-Curious! Be gentle on your knee, start slow pace/short distance and build up gradually. Hopefully you'll be taking part in triathlon this summer!

2011-01-16 8:38 AM

in reply to: #3302227

Elite

2640

Ontario, Canada

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

bumbbles21 - 2011-01-15 11:14 PM

Alright everyone - I'm off to vacation next week so I may not be on here much. I'm gonna do my best to get some OWS in and I've packed my running shoes. If the cell coverage is any good and I have time I'll post once or twice.

Aloha! - Lauren

Have a great vacation! I will live vicariously through your stories when you get back if you don't mind.

2011-01-16 10:10 AM

in reply to: #3302466

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

OK, doing a quick check-in.... And I see we have a new member.

So here's an updated links table:

Tri Curious Mentor Group

mbasta - Melissa

bumbbles21 - Lauren

D001 - Dee

Julily - Julie

Karijoyous - Kari

northernorchid - Cate

polojen - Jennifer

rachelann31 - Rachel

Threejs - Ellen

ultrakitegirl - Nadina

2011-01-16 10:11 AM

in reply to: #3302579

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

And for anyone who needs the html code to copy/paste:

<table border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2" bgcolor="#B0E0E6" background="http://www.wonderbackgrounds.com/glitter/glitter_background_11.gif">
<tr><td align="center">
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=236916#M3298308">Tri Curious Mentor Group</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=194850">mbasta - Melissa</a> 
<hr color="navy">
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=72854">bumbbles21 - Lauren </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=72320">D001 - Dee</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222849">Julily - Julie </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222862">Karijoyous - Kari</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223313">northernorchid - Cate
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=169142">polojen - Jennifer</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222808">rachelann31 - Rachel</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223101">Threejs - Ellen</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222550">ultrakitegirl - Nadina</a> 
</td></tr></table>

2011-01-16 5:25 PM

in reply to: #3302580

Elite

2640

Ontario, Canada

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

D001 - 2011-01-16 11:11 AM And for anyone who needs the html code to copy/paste:

Tri Curious Mentor Group
mbasta - Melissa
bumbbles21 - Lauren
D001 - Dee
Julily - Julie
Karijoyous - Kari
northernorchid - Cate
polojen - Jennifer
rachelann31 - Rachel
Threejs - Ellen
ultrakitegirl - Nadina

I've updated this table in my blog!

northernorchid

2011-01-16 6:06 PM

in reply to: #3256872

New user

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

Hey everyone,

Glad to see the group growing. The widget looks lovely...might add it to my blog! I'm toying with the idea of blogging about my triathlon journey...we'll see. I was wondering of there's some way I can quickly access this thread other than having to scroll through the forums...haha, I'm not that experienced in forums yet.

In tri news, I went out for my first run today...even though it's a slightly chilly -12C here. Little bit of a nip in the air! I'm going to a spin class tomorrow and hopefully a swim. I've joined a weekly beginners tri course with my university gym, but I'm working with the 16 week 3x balanced plan I found here on BT for now. Anyone else using this one?

Does anyone have any tips on finding your pace while running??

Thanks!!

kellylynnpayne

2011-01-16 10:29 PM

in reply to: #3256872

New user

Highlands Ranch

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

I would like to join this group! I have done the Tri For the Cure a few times but in a non-competitive group. I would like to compete in a tri, it would give me a fitness goal to work towards and a reason to work out.
Any help to get started would be appreciated!
Thank you,
Kellylynn

northernorchid

2011-01-17 6:44 AM

in reply to: #3256872

New user

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

Holy moly!

...it's -32C here.

Good think it's a bike/swim day!

2011-01-17 9:14 AM

in reply to: #3303237

Elite

2640

Ontario, Canada

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

northernorchid - 2011-01-16 7:06 PM Hey everyone,

Glad to see the group growing. The widget looks lovely...might add it to my blog! I'm toying with the idea of blogging about my triathlon journey...we'll see. I was wondering of there's some way I can quickly access this thread other than having to scroll through the forums...haha, I'm not that experienced in forums yet.

In tri news, I went out for my first run today...even though it's a slightly chilly -12C here. Little bit of a nip in the air! I'm going to a spin class tomorrow and hopefully a swim. I've joined a weekly beginners tri course with my university gym, but I'm working with the 16 week 3x balanced plan I found here on BT for now. Anyone else using this one?

Does anyone have any tips on finding your pace while running??

Thanks!!

As far as I know the best way to find the thread is to manually look around. When I first started at BT I found it annoying and difficult to keep track of the threads. In your settings you can choose to have responses to threads you've posted in emailed to you. I did this for the first month or so until I got used to navagating the website, now I have no problem.

Are you using the sprint or olympic plan? Right now I am (I should say am about to due to the bronchitis) using the 12 week Olympic plan with some modifications.

When running you don't want to be out of breathe. If you can't talk and/or are getting pains in your chest you're running too fast. If you can sing and aren't sweating at all you can probably pick it up a little. Play with speeds to find the sweet spot where you're getting a chellenging workout but not enduring torture.

Weather conditions and terrain will have an effect on your percieved intensity for a given speed as well.

2011-01-17 9:17 AM

in reply to: #3303611

Elite

2640

Ontario, Canada

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

kellylynnpayne - 2011-01-16 11:29 PM I would like to join this group! I have done the Tri For the Cure a few times but in a non-competitive group. I would like to compete in a tri, it would give me a fitness goal to work towards and a reason to work out.
Any help to get started would be appreciated!
Thank you,
Kellylynn

Hi Kellylynn! Welcome to Beginner Triathlete.

To get started I suggest you head over to the training program section (there's a button at the top of the page) and find one right for you. Take a look at the calendar layouts of each program you're considering and decide if the time spent training each week will fit in your schedule. Modifications can always be made if you don't find the perfect plan.

Keep us updated on which one you choose!

2011-01-17 9:18 AM

in reply to: #3303773

Elite

2640

Ontario, Canada

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

northernorchid - 2011-01-17 7:44 AM Holy moly!

...it's -32C here.

Good think it's a bike/swim day!

I know how you feel - just not quite so cold. I woke up and it was -20! Big change from the temperatures we've been experiencing (around -8).

2011-01-17 9:19 AM

in reply to: #3256872

Elite

2640

Ontario, Canada

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

What does everyone have planned this week for training?

How did last week's training go?

2011-01-17 10:16 AM

in reply to: #3303237

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

northernorchid - 2011-01-16 7:06 PM

I was wondering of there's some way I can quickly access this thread other than having to scroll through the forums...haha, I'm not that experienced in forums yet.

If you put the links table in your blog --->

Then you don't need to look for the thread.

Just click the name "Tri Curious Mentor Thread."

It's set up as a link. And it'll bring you right *here.*

2011-01-17 10:20 AM

in reply to: #3303611

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

Revised links table, to include Kellylynn.

If you put this in your blog --- you do not need to search the mentor forum to find our thread! Just click the "Tri Curious" name, and it'll bring you here!

Copy the following code and paste it into the Dashboard of your training log. Update the dashboard.

<table border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2" bgcolor="#B0E0E6" background="http://www.wonderbackgrounds.com/glitter/glitter_background_11.gif">
<tr><td align="center">
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=236916#M3298308">Tri Curious Mentor Group</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=194850">mbasta - Melissa</a> 
<hr color="navy">
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=72854">bumbbles21 - Lauren </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=72320">D001 - Dee</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222849">Julily - Julie </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222862">Karijoyous - Kari</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223577">kellylynnpayne - Kellylynn</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223313">northernorchid - Cate
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=169142">polojen - Jennifer</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222808">rachelann31 - Rachel</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223101">Threejs - Ellen</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222550">ultrakitegirl - Nadina</a> 
</td></tr></table>

2011-01-17 10:25 AM

in reply to: #3303773

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

northernorchid - 2011-01-17 7:44 AM

Holy moly!

...it's -32C here.

Good think it's a bike/swim day!

Hm. -32C = -26F

That's INSANE! I would go into hibernation, and not go outside again until JULY!

We've had temps with the wind chill making it feel like -15F (-26C). But that's only with the wind.

Edited by D001 2011-01-17 10:26 AM

2011-01-17 10:29 AM

in reply to: #3303993

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

mbasta - 2011-01-17 10:19 AM

How did last week's training go?

Last week went well. Of course, I didn't count on the amount of snow shoveling I was going to have to do! LOL

But the January Challenge has been good at keeping me on track.

2011-01-17 10:56 AM

in reply to: #3304132

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

This was posted on the Ghoulies thread, in the Challenge forum. It's for all you Canadians. (Or Canadian-wannabes.)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWQf13B8epw&feature=channel

I thought it was cute. Of course, I'll be singing it for at least a week.

jherisse

2011-01-17 9:01 PM

in reply to: #3256872

New user

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

Hi. I am EXTREMELY new to the game and am wondering if I can still join (late) your group? I have found myself wanting to join a group for a couple of weeks, but joining = committing, which is something I have a hard time doing when it comes to exercise! Here's a little about me:

Name: Jessie
Story: I am turning 30 this year. While I'm not afraid of the age 30, I am afraid of how I am feeling physically entering my 30's! Over the years I have gone through periods of "gyming it" and "couching it". I am in a MAJOR period of loving the couch!! I think that my heart is in the right place with wanting to say healthy, but my body doesn't like to listen! I've decided this year that I am going to do something for myself before I am 30 and let it be a new venture for me to continue vs. just something to do one time! I am really excited about the "family" I have seen in the world of tri's and really want to be a part of it.

I am a pretty good swimmer, but haven't done anything worthwhile - backyard pool swimming. Running and I are enemies and I can bike very well.

I am not married, but live happily with my boyfriend and our two cats (which are our babies). I am trying to get him to join me in the tri-world this year, but maybe once I get the ball rolling he will join in?!

Why I'd like to join this group: I enjoy where everyone is coming from and I think I can relate to you and those that have already joined.

Races: none (yikes)! I have never done a race before, but am hoping to start w/ a 5K or two this spring and complete a sprint in the summer/early fall.

Current training: nothing (double yikes)!! I have access to a pool starting in Feb and a treadmill, but the biking is tough right now because there is a TON of snow on the streets - so that will be a challenge for me.

Weight loss: Weight is something I can't focus on because somehow, I generally weigh the same, but my body shape drastically changes. Maybe my scale just lies to me!

What will make me a good mentee: I am a blank slate who needs support and is really willing to learn - a lot! I am excited to be here and my posting is proof of taking the first step!!

jeaniechou

2011-01-17 10:03 PM

in reply to: #3256872

New user

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

HI,

I would like to join your group. I am turning 38 in a few weeks and I had a goal of doing a triathlon in my 30s. In the blink of an eye, my time is running out. I moved to the east coast last year and have not had a consistent exercise or healthy living routine. I used to belong to a gym but have not found one here yet.

I want to some accountability, tips, encouragement, etc. I have to start somewhere. I'm happy with completing a duathlon or something this year.

Looking forward to a brand new , healthier 2011.

kkvane

2011-01-17 10:31 PM

in reply to: #3256872

Member

North Carolina

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

Hi! Is this group still open? Your preference for newbies caught my eye, as that definitely describes me.

Name: Karla

Story: I am a total newbie. I've never been a runner and I can only marginally swim. I do ride my bike some, however, doing rides of 7-12 miles with some 20-25 milers mixed in. Oh, and I'm 51 years old. My daughter thought it would be good for us to do a triathlon this year, so here I am. (I am a Y member, doing AMT, elliptical, weight machines, Zumba - so not a total couch potato). Crazy!

Family Status: I'm married (25 years) with two daughters, 23 and 19. Nest is pretty much empty except for me, husband, and one cute mutt.

Why I'd Like to Join This Group: I have no idea what I'm doing and can use all the support, encouragement, and commiseration I can get. ;-)

2011 Races: 5K end of April and Sprint tri beginning of September.

Current Training: Working on a 6- week couch-to-5K program to start. In week 2 - so far, so good. Dabbling in pool once a week.

Weight Loss: I have plenty to lose - at least 25 pounds. Have lost and gained back a few times over the years. Menopausal hormones (or lack thereof) haven't been helping. I'm currently trying to Eat Clean.

What Will Make Me a Good Mentee: I am very open to suggestions and support, and willing to help and listen to others. Help meeeeee!! ;-)

kwynnc

2011-01-18 2:01 PM

in reply to: #3256872

Regular

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

Is the group still open? I'd like to join as well.

Name: kwynnc - Kerry

Story: About 3 years ago, a girlfriend called me up and asked if I wanted to do a sprint tri with her. Basically, we signed up on a lark, did no training, I had no idea how to swim, and it went pretty much how you would expect. I freaked on the swim, tried to get out but a volunteer gave me a noodle and swam beside me the entire way. If she hadn't done that, I would probably have never set foot in the water again, much less done another tri. So, finished the bike and the run (run/walk) and was hooked. But wanted to learn how to swim properly before attempting another tri. Fast forward 3 years, my kids are a little older which gives me some free time to complete my goals.

Family Status: Married, stay at home mom to 2 boys (ages 5 and almost 9). Living in Montana - originally from Canada and have lived in Vegas, Portland, Washington D.C., Texas, Ohio, Alaska, and Washington State (husband was air force). My youngest just started preschool this year, which frees up the time for me to get to the pool consistently.

Races: Signed up for Irongirl Vegas the end of April, doing the sprint distance. My 2 best friends in the world (the one who talked me into it in the first place and one who does tris frequently) and I are meeting there. The big draw was the fact that it's at a resort so we can roll out of bed, walk to the transition area, and off we go.

Current training: Started swimming lessons in September. I began as a complete noob, afraid to put my head into the water. I swim 2-4 times a week, depending on my schedule, including my weekly lesson. Completed 150 yds without stopping for the first time today. Bike is on the trainer in the living room. Running is on hold because of plantar fasciitis right now, but will start medicating and stretching and begin a run/walk program.

Weightloss:I have a significant amount of weight to lose. I've struggled with weight issues since after university, was diagnosed as hypothyroid before getting pregnant with my first child.

What will make me a good mentee: I don't spend much time on BT but am looking forward to being on here more often. I need to find my way around the site a little better. I'm motivated to get through this tri, feeling like I have something to prove after the last one. I love to read other people's stories and certainly understand the range of emotions that people are going through.

northernorchid

2011-01-18 8:10 PM

in reply to: #3304185

New user

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

D001 - 2011-01-17 11:56 AM This was posted on the Ghoulies thread, in the Challenge forum. It's for all you Canadians. (Or Canadian-wannabes.)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWQf13B8epw&feature=channel I thought it was cute. Of course, I'll be singing it for at least a week.

Haha I love this video! We were going to make a spoof of it for my university but didn't get around to it.

Yes, it's a tad chilly here, and when it's not, it's freezing rain and far too slippery to run outside.

I had to miss a "run" day today, but I figure yesterday's spin class and today's squash game and hoop yoga should certainly be an equivalent!

I have a mental issue with treadmills...they freak me out.

Any helpful suggestions for running on a treadmill or alternative workouts?

Thanks!

Cate

2011-01-18 8:17 PM

in reply to: #3306873

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

Updated links table:

Tri Curious Mentor Group

mbasta - Melissa

bumbbles21 - Lauren

D001 - Dee

jeaniechou - Jeanie

jherisse - Jessie

Julily - Julie

Karijoyous - Kari

kellylynnpayne - Kellylynn

kkvane - Karla

kwynnc - Kerry

northernorchid - Cate

polojen - Jennifer

rachelann31 - Rachel

Threejs - Ellen

ultrakitegirl - Nadina

2011-01-18 8:20 PM

in reply to: #3307674

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

For those who need the code, here it is.

1) Highlight all the code.
2) Copy it (CTRL + C)
3) Click the Settings icon (top of the window)
4) Click Training Blog Customization
5) Click Dashboard
6) Put the cursor where you want the table to appear
7) Paste the code (CTRL + V)
8) Click the Update Dashboard button
9) At the top of the screen, click Training Log to return to your log.

To come back to this thread, you can then just click on "Tri Curious Mentor Group."

<table border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2" bgcolor="#B0E0E6" background="http://www.wonderbackgrounds.com/glitter/glitter_background_11.gif">
<tr><td align="center">
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=236916#M3298308">Tri Curious Mentor Group</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=194850">mbasta - Melissa</a> 
<hr color="navy">
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=72854">bumbbles21 - Lauren </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=72320">D001 - Dee</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223826">jeaniechou - Jeanie</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222607">jherisse - Jessie </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222849">Julily - Julie </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222862">Karijoyous - Kari</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223577">kellylynnpayne - Kellylynn</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223364">kkvane - Karla </a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=60352">kwynnc - Kerry</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223313">northernorchid - Cate
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=169142">polojen - Jennifer</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222808">rachelann31 - Rachel</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=223101">Threejs - Ellen</a> 
<a href="http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/training/index-weekly.asp?memberid=222550">ultrakitegirl - Nadina</a> 
</td></tr></table>

Edited by D001 2011-01-18 8:30 PM

2011-01-18 8:22 PM

in reply to: #3307659

Champion

23360

Taser-World

Subject: RE: Tri Curious - OPEN

northernorchid - 2011-01-18 9:10 PM

D001 - 2011-01-17 11:56 AM This was posted on the Ghoulies thread, in the Challenge forum. It's for all you Canadians. (Or Canadian-wannabes.)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWQf13B8epw&feature=channel I thought it was cute. Of course, I'll be singing it for at least a week.

Treadmills don't freak me out. But I sure don't like them much.

Why do they bother you? Are you worried about falling off the back? If so, you could try running more slowly until you're comfortable. Or you could attach the pin to your shirt, so that if you do fall, it'll turn the treadmill off.....