Big Steve's Group - CLOSED (Page 4)

Good time of the day to Steve's group!

Regarding training and nutrition plans - I think a certain amount of adjusting is always necessary unless the plan is built specifically for you by a coach. Remember that the plans online are based on average expectations' of an athlete's fitness and are aimed at not killing a novice You might be new to triathlons but have a good endurance base from your other activities, in which case you would probably benefit from a more advanced training plan. As I said before, unless you are super fit I would not recommend jumping from a beginner plan to HIM. Try an intermediate/advanced olympic.

In my case, I always have to adjust nutrition plans. I'm 5'2" and no matter how much I train if I consume the amount of calories normally suggested for a triathlete, I just gain or maintain weight.

Attached is the list of high-fiber and high-protein foods I put together for my friend. Maybe somebody here will find this helpful as well.

2 more days left to get in some more training hours. Get out there or into the gym!

Hope everyone is having a better week than me. Have only been able to run twice and nothing else.  I got something nicknamed Handlebar Palsy while overdoing it on my new Tri bike last Saturday.  4 hrs in a new and uncomfortable position did me in.  Apparently the pressure you put on your wrists, elbows and arms can damage the nerve that controls your fingers. If your fingers ever feel tingly after a long ride that’s why. It’s supposed to be temporary.

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/399/handlebar_palsy_a_common_strain_in.html

Well it’s been almost a week and I still have no control over my pinky and ring finger on my right hand.  I’m seeing a hand specialist tomorrow and will also need to have my bike adjusted for this not to happen again.  Wanted to make you all aware of it so that if you experience any weird feelings in your fingers you should look into getting a professional bike fitting to review your handlebar position and your overall position on the bike. I would advice that anyway for all riders to maximize comfort and power.

 -Steven

Steve I would like to join this group, if it's still open.   I'm a newbie to Tri's.   I'm looking to do a sprint in June and July timeframe.  Here's some info...

Name: Mike - Colorado Springs, CO

ME: I do software development and sit on my butt all day.  I started doing weight lifting about three years ago, I've added about 20 pounds of muscle and fat.  I decided I need to get fit and into shape.  Last year, a friend talked me into doing a Half Mary.  I did it, but afterwards took a break, which I never got back into training.  I like variety when training, which is why the TRI's appeal to me.  I'm 40 years old and once I got married, found little or no time to do my various activates.  I've always been a multi-sport athlete.  I need help with my nutrition.  When I was training in for my Half Mary around the 6 miles or longer sessions, I would feel sick afterwards.  I 'm pretty sure I was not eating enough carbs the night before.  This one of my goals is to work on my diet.  

Family Status :  Married - 5 years 3 kids (hers) 

Current Training: I am currently training about every other day for about an 1 hour a day (weights/Basketball/run/MTB). I need look into getting a road bike.  My weakest part is the swimming.  I have not swam since High School.  I'm looking at the sprinters log with emphasis on swimming.


Weightless: I am currently 240, I’ve added about 8 pounds form my half mary and like to drop done to the 210 range. 

Goals:  
Goal #1 Do not drown!!!!
Goal # 2 Get fit and in shape with the proper diet. 
Goal# 3  Finish the sprint without drowning or walking in the running piece.
Goal # 4 Be prepared to start next year to do at last a OLY.

Name: Troy - Sydney, Australia

ME: Self-employed Video Producer....which means mostly sitting on my backside in front of a computer most of the day. I started this work about 5 years ago and have put on about 2-3kgs per year. My weight peaked in November at 97kgs, I have been training since mid-november and weight is now down to around 89-90kgs. Ideally aiming for low 80's. 

In a past life (15 plus years ago) I graduated with a degree in Sport Science and worked as personal trainer. Absolutely love sport, but not keen on exercise....there is a difference...lol.

Have been involved in soccer, martial arts or other team sports since 5 years old but in the last couple of years haven't been able to participate as much as possible.

Finally decided I needed to do something about my lifestyle last Nov. so started walking, then jogging but needed a goal to keep the motivation up. Despite larger body frame I have always had a desire to try a triathlon so jumped into it feet first.

Last weekend I completed my first sprint triathlon (Swim was only 500m though, 20k bike and 5km run). Half way through the run thought this would be my first and last tri but 10 minutes after the race I was looking forward to my next one. Really enjoying the variety of training. 

Family Status :  Married - 13 years and have 3 kids 

Current Training: Not a huge fan of running and my results in last weekends tri prove that but currently train 6 days a week basically alternating all three legs. Generally 45-70 minutes per workout. No set plan though so would love to get some tips/suggestions for a regular plan to improve overall results.

I am looking at another sprint in Feb, and one in March before trying Olympic distance. 


Weight:  90kg would like to drop another 8kgs.

Goals:  Weightloss
Complete HIM, Oly and also 1.6km open water swim.