McFuzz's Mentor Group 2011 - CLOSED (Page 40)

good to have you back! just keep up with the swimming it will get easier.

As for simulating hills on the trainer.  If it is a lower end trainer like mine, really the only thing you can do is shift to a higher gear. That will make it harder to pedal, similar to going up hill.  If you have a fancy trainer you may have more options.

Are you the one with the son at Bradley in Peoria??  If so I can save boxes if you tell me what kind.  I work in the computer department and have tons of Dell boxes I can bring home.

Nope, that's me.  an electrical engineering major.  He'd have to dress up in circuits, wires, etc.

Sounds like a cool project though.

 McFuzzies .... HELP!!!


*** I think I might have BIKERS BUTT.  Is there such a thing?  I THINK SO!!! ***

I've been trying to get in more biking this week. BIKERS BUTT I think is due to not riding for a week or so.  Do what ever you can not to get it.  It's no fun.  After last nights ride I thought I better give the ole' tush a rest, and run tonight.   

I had a great run.  I ran my first three miles!!

I hope everyone's having a great training week . - Maria

Awesome on the three miles!!!!!!!! I'll do a happy dance for you (don't want to cause further injuries to the butt)

Congrats on your 3miler Ree, and yeah, I know all about Bike Butt. The more you ride the less painful it gets... usually.


Strength: Injury free since September. Not killing myself on every workout, taking days off. I feel like I've got more balance in my life, not being obsessive about training like I was my first year of doing Tri. Now I know what moderation feels like and it feels good.

Weakness: Maybe I'm being too moderate and its time to step it up a bit... especially with running and stick to weight training at least once preferably twice a week.

I'll take Dunkin Donuts coffee over Starbucks. Though these days my morning drink is tea, PG Tips! Its super strong black tea. I drink coffee once a week or so and its like doing crack, its amazing, its a GIANT energy and mood boost if your body isn't too used to it.

Edited by Corncub 2011-01-20 1:11 PM

Great job on your workout!  You are so right about the rain gear.  I definitely need to get some rain clothes and a fender, too.  This sport is so expensive!

My butt is feeling it too!!!

Actually he's down at Carbondale (my sister graduated from Bradley though).  Thanks for the offer though - I appreciate it!

I woke up this morning to at least 6" of snow and it's still coming down.  Schools are all closed so me and DD are home today.  I'm glad I went to the gym last night - there's no way I'm getting out in this mess unless I have to (driving anyway).  I'll get my run in today.  I've got 6-7 miles on the schedule with some intervals in there somewhere. 

Enjoy your swim tonight!

Good morning McFuzzies!  You know that saying 'silence is golden'?  Well I am armpit deep in gold right now.  Nothing better than the sound of 24 silent 8th graders writing a semester final essay.  Ahhhhh...it's bliss!

Happy training everyone!  For me...rest day!

I definitely believe in BIKERS BUTT!  I should use it as an incentive to get on the bike more often, I guess.  Congrats on the great run!

Bikers butt is not terminal.  But it feels that way.  I've been told the cause is that a seat that is too soft, tgoo much gel, actually cuts blood flow by collapsing capillaries in the gluts.  Hence the soreness.  If it continues I would consider checking out some new seats.  Many LBS will let you try some before you buy.  Great idea.  Or there are some tried and true.  Trek makes some that are very comfortable, my wife says.  ISM Adamo, though pricey, are getting great marks from Triathletes, both men and women.  And a company named Terry caters to women. 

I do not want to change the subject, but I would like to share some awesome news with everyone!

Today is a scheduled off day.  I feel a little head cold coming on, and today is as good as any to hang out at home.

The scale this morning said 259.4!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  

I have not been this light in about 6 years!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you everyone for the motivation.  As I have said before, I feel I am letting you down if I do not do something today to make me a better triathlete tomorrow.

Everyone keep up the fantastic work!

Congratulations! keep up the good work

I am interested in buying a new bike for my lifestyle change. 

What does it mean when you are asked to "select a size for your bike"?  I am 6' tall.  Everything is in metric, but what are they refering to or looking for?

Thank you in advance for your help!

That is tremendous.  Keep on keeping on.  You rock!

Thank you for "changing the subject!"  Awesome news, and certainly worth sharing. 

This Thursday just keeps getting better and better..... Way to go!!!!  Keep up the great work.  I'll happy dance for you too while I'm at.  (I really just like reason's for a happy dance )

Road/tri bikes are generally "sized" in centimeters.  The size refers to the length of the seat tube from the bottom bracket (where the pedals/crank spin) to some other point in the general vicinity of the seat tube/post/top-tube.  It could be the top of the seat tube (where the post comes out).  It could be the intersection of the top-tube and seat tube or the seat-tube and seat-stays (the small bars that extend from near the seat towards the rear axle).  It could also be some *theoretical* point the manufacturer chooses (if, for example, the top tube slopes downward, they'll sometimes size to the point where a horizontal top-tube would intersect). 

Size and fit are important, so it's best if you can test first.  You may find yourself completely comfortable on a 57cm Trek and absolutely miserable on a 57cm Cannondale even if they're sized the same way.  (Some other geometry is also important to fit.)  You can search for bike fit calculator.  Competitive cyclist does a nice job describing the measurements and then giving you a rough idea what dimensions would be good for you. 

Too small, and you'll have the seat all the way up (extra stress on the joints, seatpost, and seat tube) and you'll be hunched over the handlebars.  Your knees will interfere with your torso or elbows and you'll start pointing them out at an angle (very hard on them) instead of keeping them aligned with your feet. 

Too large, and you'll be stretching to pedal (which means rocking on the saddle and lots of chafing) and your torso unsupported as you stretch to reach the handlebars. 

First step though is to decide what kind of bike you want.  (I posted a bit on page 47).  Road bikes are lighter and more efficient, but may not be comfortable or practical for casual riding.  (I got rid of the 10-speed I rode in HS because I got tired of fixing flats and it wasn't comfortable cruising the neighborhood with the kids).  Mountain bikes are much cheaper, but also much heavier.  You can get smooth tires "baldies" if you plan to ride mostly on pavement.  With thick, heavy-duty, tires, you don't get many flats and the upright riding position is more comfortable for cruising with the family.  Hybrid or Fitness bikes fall in between. 

CONGRATS INFU5229! Thats awesome keep it up! Your logs look amazing, you've been hard at it and its totally paying off : )