Stuck in the Middle - May Challenge (Page 5)

Practicing bi-lateral this morning (every 3rd stroke) felt VERY comfortable, but after about 100 yds, I felt like I was going into oxygen deficit.  Maybe I'm doing something wrong...

I'm so glad to hear you guys say that. I'm so uncomfortable in the water right now and my swim instructors are always pushing me to go faster and breathe on the third or fourth stroke. I have been finding that the more I push toward those things, the faster I fall apart and get mental blocks, etc.

It's nice to know that it's acceptable to do what feels right at the time. Thanks, guys!

And thanks for all the neat-o work on the team links. It's very much appreciated!

How bout I run for you instead?

I just ordered a new DVD from Total Immersion that addresses only the breathing thing. Supposedly, it's full of tips and tricks on how to breathe easier for those of us who struggle. I can't wait til it arrives, I'm counting on it being the key to my success! I'll let you know if it works...

Oh that's right. Built for endurance, I remember now. Sorry, there are so many new folks to get to know.

I'm just making sure the Monster's are training, then I PROMISE I'm off to run.

I just got some new swim goodies in the mail.  New jammers, a pull buoy, and some paddles.  Whee.  Also, since I was three bucks short of the free shipping, I picked up this shirt.  Learn it and live it, Monsters!

Hey folks!  Name is Emily - I'm a bit swamped right now with some "real life" stuff but things slow down on Friday.  I'll get goals posted by Friday night...I promise!

sparco - 2008-05-01 9:01 AM

sesh - 2008-04-30 2:17 PM

RunningJayhawk - 2008-04-30 1:58 PM Hi there! Glad to be "stuck in the middle" with all of you.

Well that song is gonna be stuck in my head all day now. Glad it's a good one!

Clowns to left of me. Jokers to the right. Here I am. Stuck in the middle with you.

Has your wetsuit come in, Barb?

That would make a cool team name:

Stuck in the middle with you...

 

I like that (and I have secret powers to change the name ) 

A most excellent point spanky Sal!

Love it! 

Girl Passing on Left - 2008-05-01 10:43 AM

sparco - 2008-05-01 7:01 AM

sesh - 2008-04-30 2:17 PM

RunningJayhawk - 2008-04-30 1:58 PM Hi there! Glad to be "stuck in the middle" with all of you.

Well that song is gonna be stuck in my head all day now. Glad it's a good one!

Clowns to left of me. Jokers to the right. Here I am. Stuck in the middle with you.

Has your wetsuit come in, Barb?

That would make a cool team name:

Stuck in the middle with you...

 

cupcake is that you!? oooooh I likey the new avatar! and thanks for the icecream you sent my way...I am going to have one after my run on the beach this morning! you be de best! but you are on the WRONG team!

Yeah, I saw that you got ice cream - I pouted a little of course I really prefer cheesecake over ice cream any day  

Yep, we've met And had the pleasure of a little swim workout -

hehe - I've known mr2tony since he was just a pup! 

he seems to have that effect on people......................

hmmmmm! 

Ok, clearly I am talking to myself (it won't be the last time I'm sure)

Welcome new team members and thanks for for the intros!

BETH!  How'd it go today?

You may now continue to talk to yourself.  I'm gonna go run.

It went really, really well!

thanks for asking  

Mmmmm. Cheesecake....

Hey, I got my first brick in today. What a way to start the Monster's Challenge, eh?? Antibiotics are a wonderful thing. 

Love the "SWIM HARD" shirt.

Got my first tri on Sunday. We are SO gonna win this one!!

So, do Biathlons count toward the increase weekly %? Or do the races have to be Tris?

WTG!!!!

ok, so here's my intro (I know, it's about time )

I'm Beth, aka Lastcall2003, aka tinkerbeth

I am a challenge junkie - haven't missed one since September.  I have found them to be a great way to pad my post count keep motivated and meet great people!

I have 3 great kids - J, K, and C - boy, girl, boy, 18, 17, 12.  They are fantastic kids and I am a very lucky woman! 

Lastcall2003 represents a turning point in my life - 2003 is the year I woke up and realized that I needed to do something about being 30 lbs over weight with high blood pressure, having become completely inactive, and well, not liking who I was very much. It is a reminder to me to never let myself go back to being that person!

My life goals are to raise happy, healthy, well balanced kids who care about others and love life!

Personally, I want to achieve life balance, be active and healthy and to like myself - secondarily, i want to be an inspiration to young people, women especially - I'd love for them to look at me and say "Dang! I hope I look that good when I'm your age!" - so far so good on that front

I am starting my 3rd season of triathlons. I have raced sprints and Olys and hope to do a ½ IM in 2009.

My first love is swimming, followed closely by biking, and let’s just says I’m learning to love to run.

I swam competitively in high school and am more than happy to share any knowledge/advice that I might have (remember it's free advice, so it might not be worth much )

I am currently commuting between Nebraska and Pennsylvania on a weekly basis – I started a new job in PA in Feb.  My DD is a senior in HS and I did not want to move until she graduates.  sooooo, I am racking up a lot of frequent flyer miles (my blogs often contain entertaining tidbits about my travels and my kids - and other stuff)

that is all

PS

I think we need to have a team name - "stuck in the middle with you"? 

thoughts? 

Woah, I'm never going to keep up with y'all. It's the 1'st of May and we're already going through 5 pages.

As for bi-lateral breathing, here are my two tips:

• Concentrate on the exhale. Completely empty the lungs while your mouth/nose are still under. There's no need to even think of the inhale; it will come instinctively
• slow down. This may be obvious but it's kinda hard to do.

I did a stint where I pretty much swam all bi-lateral breathing and these were the two things that helped me the most.