Opiejoe's Group-closed & staying on page one!! (Page 5)

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Depends on how hilly it is, but I would guess 18-20ish is a good average for middle of the pack.  Granted, I am only basing this off of the Olympic I did last year which was fairly flat.

Hi,

My name is Carol and I am the mother of 7 children. I work full time and fitness is a big part of our lives as a family.  My husband passed away last year suddenly (he was in great shape), and I didn't take much time for myself until last fall.  I started running again. 

I have always wanted to do a triathlon and never made the commitment, but here I am and I am definitely committed.

 I am a newbie to this.  I have run my entire life and just finished the Disney Marathon 2009  last week at a turtle pace. I am running the Mercedes Half in Birmingham, AL in February and the Disney Princess Half in March.  I turned 43 on January 13th.  Some friends have really challenged me to do a sprint triathlon in April and would like to start cross training ASAP.  I have been unable to find any information out where I live so I am reaching out to you.  I live in Montgomery, AL so not much on triathlons there.  Any help or support would be great.  I have no problem with the running but someone to hold me accountable in the swimming and biking portion would be great.  I hope you still have room!!!

Welcome aboard Carol. Here is a link to a bunch of races, mostly tris, in alabama.

 http://www.trifind.com/al.html

 Good luck.

 Seamus

I am married for 27 years with two daughters, 49 years old, with some back/joint problems that keep me from running.  I've done two sprint triathlons where I walked the run portion. 

I am retired Air Force and work as an Army civilian.  I'm interested in improving my fitness and started triathlons to have fun while exercising.  I'd like to get better in swimming and biking so I can improve my finish time.  I'd also like to participate in some longer swim-bike events or relays where I wouldn't have to run.

I have always enjoyed exercise but have never been an athlete.  After my first triathlon, last year, I finally felt like I was actually participating in an athletic event.  It felt great!

What A Small World we live in. Carol, I live in Prattville area. That is amazing!!!!!!!!!! (for all you others in the group-Carol and I live within 15 miles of each other!!!!!!!!!!

Everyone is in. I am gonna close the group again. But, you guys better keep us off the second page!

50 miler for me tomorrow on the bike-lots of warm layers.

Carol, there is a super sprint at Callaway Gardens in June that is basically for beginners, as well as anyone else.(YOU CAN TOUCH THE BOTTOM THE ENTIRE SWIM ) We plan on taking  several first-timers over for that one. You can drive over the morning of the race & it's very well run. Also, go to Teammagic.com-tons of races here in Alabama, including an indoor tri in Birmimgham in about 8 weeks !!!!

Anyone using Infinit nutrition ? I've been using product for about 1.5 years & working great for me. If any of you longer distance (oly & above) folks wanna see my formula, i'll send you a copy of MY mix. The owner is great. I spent about 30 minutes on the phone with the owner last week designing my wife & me our 2009 mix. Under normal conditions, all you need is the drink-no food or gels. Makes racing & long training easier. You can also buy mixes for sprint distance training/racing.

In my original post I stated that I am a Christain. And I pray that you all have entrusted your salvation in Jesus Christ. In the last week  God has began to place a calling upon my heart that revolves around triathlon. I'm not sure where he is leading me, but please be in prayer for me. We can be such wonderful ambassadors for the Christian faith around fellow training partners as well as at races. If we as a group only witnessed & saved one soul this entire season, would that not be worth the entire journey of the 2009 season???? With such a long, long season ahead of me, I know there will be highs & lows-I am thankful to trust/follow the LORD & I am thankful for each of you whom I've never met, but feel a connection to.

visit fcaendurance.com & join the team

Wow,   this is a small world... I am starting tomorrow.  I am checking in to the Prattville Y for swimming.  I belong to Montgomery and it is really hard for me to get downtown to Montgomery.  I think I will be able to get into the pool 2-3 times per week.   The swim is the part the concerns me the most.  My kids and husband swam competitively but I have only done it for fun...I would absolutely love to try the Birmingham Indoor Tri Just to see how it goes... I am from there originally.   Thanks for letting me join. I feel better already.   Thanks, Greg, for the support.   

We train at the Prattville YMCA. There is a small group of tri folks who swim there 3 times a week. Nothing formal or group. My wife and I both took lessons from a young lady named Tara who works there & at the Selma Y also.

Ran last night here in Memphis...it was 29 and cold.  I actually like running in the cold aslong as it is not a long run.  Biking in the cold is a different story. 

Which is the reason I request code 8 on any ems call I can even slightly justify-especially when it's Doughnut Time-LOL

Two days of swimming, then hopefully it's supppose to be 70 on friday????