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 2008-10-09 7:47 PM in reply to: #1731870 |
Elite  4148    Utah |  Subject: RE: Nibbs XXVkaqphin - 2008-10-09 6:43 PM barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:42 AM Cat, Sign up for the middle distance. You got the swim and the bike. Just plan a nice little jog/walk goal. Maybe 2 minutes jogging, 2 minutes walking. If the foot or calf protests go to all walking. My husband walked the entire 5k portion of his first sprint tri. And he wasn't even DFL (but he's a strong cyclist). There is no shame in doing that. And it is so cool to hear them call out your name when you cross the finish. It might be just the thing you need to rekindle your tri passion. You can do a 2x each discilpine the week before. 2 swims, 2 bikes and 2 wralks. Have one of the bike and wralk workouts be a brick. That should give you a complete rest day. Take the complete rest day two days before the race. I know you can do it. I'm so excited about you doing it. Sign up!!! Yeah, I'm a little addicted to racing. I'm scared, excited and giddy about my race on Saturday. I call it my que sera sera race. I haven't done any bricks, I haven't raced since June, don't have much run mileage in me. But I'm so excited to get out there and do it. I'm gonna have a stupid smile the whole race. It's the doing it that is intoxicating.
thanks Pam - its been to years and I got SO sick during the last one (I didnt know at that point about the tummy) I guess Im a little gun shy... To be honest Im not worried even about the longest distance... just need to convince myself to sign up before this evening... uh, can we can convince you... SIGN UP CAT!!!!! |
| 2008-10-09 7:47 PM in reply to: #1731876 |
Elite 4148 Utah | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV kaqphin - 2008-10-09 6:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... oohhh... are we gonna go clothes shopping???? I need blue jeans too.... |
| 2008-10-09 7:49 PM in reply to: #1731867 |
Royal(PITA) 14270 West Chester, Ohio | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV barqhead - 2008-10-09 7:42 PM Cat, Sign up for the middle distance. You got the swim and the bike. Just plan a nice little jog/walk goal. Maybe 2 minutes jogging, 2 minutes walking. If the foot or calf protests go to all walking. My husband walked the entire 5k portion of his first sprint tri. And he wasn't even DFL (but he's a strong cyclist). There is no shame in doing that. And it is so cool to hear them call out your name when you cross the finish. It might be just the thing you need to rekindle your tri passion. You can do a 2x each discilpine the week before. 2 swims, 2 bikes and 2 wralks. Have one of the bike and wralk workouts be a brick. That should give you a complete rest day. Take the complete rest day two days before the race. I know you can do it. I'm so excited about you doing it. Sign up!!! Yeah, I'm a little addicted to racing. I'm scared, excited and giddy about my race on Saturday. I call it my que sera sera race. I haven't done any bricks, I haven't raced since June, don't have much run mileage in me. But I'm so excited to get out there and do it. I'm gonna have a stupid smile the whole race. It's the doing it that is intoxicating. Thanks Pam, for sharing your wisdom and passion.
CAT, we all KNOW you can do the distances. wralk, it's okay. We've all had to walk at some point in a race. Even if you walk most of it this race will be a huge hurdle to cross mentally. |
| 2008-10-09 7:49 PM in reply to: #1731876 |
Pro 4507 Simpsonville, SC | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit  |
| 2008-10-09 7:51 PM in reply to: #1731883 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Hehe I acutally have an old tri suit Kellyg sent me (second hand from hers when she was 'bigger') so I guess I could try that on.... My old racing suit is 3+ sizes too small for me right now! I always pulled a top on in T1 anyway... never liked myself in lycra! |
| 2008-10-09 7:51 PM in reply to: #1731882 |
Pro 4507 Simpsonville, SC | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV QueenZipp - 2008-10-09 8:49 PM
CAT, we all KNOW you can do the distances. wralk, it's okay. We've all had to walk at some point in a race. Even if you walk most of it this race will be a huge hurdle to cross mentally. Yeah. Just read my Mooseman race report. There was LOTS of walking during that one, but no DNF |
| 2008-10-09 7:56 PM in reply to: #1731883 |
Royal(PITA) 14270 West Chester, Ohio | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV barqhead - 2008-10-09 7:49 PM No excuses, Cat. You need to do this both mentally and physically. It isn't the time or the pace....it's finishing the race. It's silencing the doubt and junk that has come with being sidelined for the past 2 years.kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Bathing suit, bike shorts....I know you have them |
| 2008-10-09 7:56 PM in reply to: #1697534 |
Pro 4541 A farming town in MN | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV I'll be brief...DO IT! At least sign up for the short distance. Any way to switch to a longer distance if you change your mind before the race? And, um...there's NOTHING wrong with walking...we've all done it... |
| 2008-10-09 7:57 PM in reply to: #1731885 |
Melon Presser 52116 | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV kaqphin - 2008-10-09 5:51 PM barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Hehe I acutally have an old tri suit Kellyg sent me (second hand from hers when she was 'bigger') so I guess I could try that on.... My old racing suit is 3+ sizes too small for me right now! I always pulled a top on in T1 anyway... never liked myself in lycra! WE like you in lycra. Good, encouraging thoughts sent your way. I'm nowhere remotely near where I was, but it really does feel good just to get out there and move, at any speed. |
| 2008-10-09 7:57 PM in reply to: #1731882 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV QueenZipp - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM barqhead - 2008-10-09 7:42 PM Cat, Sign up for the middle distance. You got the swim and the bike. Just plan a nice little jog/walk goal. Maybe 2 minutes jogging, 2 minutes walking. If the foot or calf protests go to all walking. My husband walked the entire 5k portion of his first sprint tri. And he wasn't even DFL (but he's a strong cyclist). There is no shame in doing that. And it is so cool to hear them call out your name when you cross the finish. It might be just the thing you need to rekindle your tri passion. You can do a 2x each discilpine the week before. 2 swims, 2 bikes and 2 wralks. Have one of the bike and wralk workouts be a brick. That should give you a complete rest day. Take the complete rest day two days before the race. I know you can do it. I'm so excited about you doing it. Sign up!!! Yeah, I'm a little addicted to racing. I'm scared, excited and giddy about my race on Saturday. I call it my que sera sera race. I haven't done any bricks, I haven't raced since June, don't have much run mileage in me. But I'm so excited to get out there and do it. I'm gonna have a stupid smile the whole race. It's the doing it that is intoxicating. Thanks Pam, for sharing your wisdom and passion.
CAT, we all KNOW you can do the distances. wralk, it's okay. We've all had to walk at some point in a race. Even if you walk most of it this race will be a huge hurdle to cross mentally. Very very true.... and going to the race and hanging around by myself is another hurdle too. No worries - I just know Im going to feel like the fat girl at the party! Yes Im doing the mental thing again... |
| 2008-10-09 7:58 PM in reply to: #1731885 |
Pro 4507 Simpsonville, SC | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:51 PM barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Hehe I acutally have an old tri suit Kellyg sent me (second hand from hers when she was 'bigger') so I guess I could try that on.... My old racing suit is 3+ sizes too small for me right now! I always pulled a top on in T1 anyway... never liked myself in lycra! I'm sure you'll find something. I race in a sports bra and tri shorts when it's really hot out. I just don't buy the race photos (and try not to look at them at all). Sign up!!!! Can someone post the "Come to the dark side. We have cookies" pic? |
| 2008-10-09 7:58 PM in reply to: #1731893 |
Melon Presser 52116 | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV sparco - 2008-10-09 5:56 PM I'll be brief...DO IT! At least sign up for the short distance. Any way to switch to a longer distance if you change your mind before the race? And, um...there's NOTHING wrong with walking...we've all done it... Hi Sal! I've been in here screaming CHEESECAKE for ages and you finally answered! |
| 2008-10-09 7:59 PM in reply to: #1731886 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:51 AM QueenZipp - 2008-10-09 8:49 PM Yeah. Just read my Mooseman race report. There was LOTS of walking during that one, but no DNF
CAT, we all KNOW you can do the distances. wralk, it's okay. We've all had to walk at some point in a race. Even if you walk most of it this race will be a huge hurdle to cross mentally. Its funny Im not sure it the walking that stopping me... its some of the other mental baggage.. I have not done a race yet without some walking! |
| 2008-10-09 8:01 PM in reply to: #1697534 |
Melon Presser 52116 | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV Oh and HAI TOO U PAM!!! |
| 2008-10-09 8:01 PM in reply to: #1731892 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV QueenZipp - 2008-10-10 11:56 AM barqhead - 2008-10-09 7:49 PM No excuses, Cat. You need to do this both mentally and physically. It isn't the time or the pace....it's finishing the race. It's silencing the doubt and junk that has come with being sidelined for the past 2 years.kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Bathing suit, bike shorts....I know you have them You are 100% right about the mental junk... wonder if I can talk anyone from work into doing it with me... Im pretty sure the flatmate will still be away which would be good because I will feel like I sneak off and do it without him telling me a cant... |
| 2008-10-09 8:02 PM in reply to: #1731893 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV sparco - 2008-10-10 11:56 AM I'll be brief...DO IT! At least sign up for the short distance. Any way to switch to a longer distance if you change your mind before the race? And, um...there's NOTHING wrong with walking...we've all done it... hehe yeah nothing wrong with wralking at all!!! And a short race means no need for nutrition so no pressure on my tummy... just make sure Im well hyrated and fed in the lead up!
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| 2008-10-09 8:03 PM in reply to: #1731896 |
Pro 4507 Simpsonville, SC | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:57 PM QueenZipp - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM barqhead - 2008-10-09 7:42 PM Cat, Sign up for the middle distance. You got the swim and the bike. Just plan a nice little jog/walk goal. Maybe 2 minutes jogging, 2 minutes walking. If the foot or calf protests go to all walking. My husband walked the entire 5k portion of his first sprint tri. And he wasn't even DFL (but he's a strong cyclist). There is no shame in doing that. And it is so cool to hear them call out your name when you cross the finish. It might be just the thing you need to rekindle your tri passion. You can do a 2x each discilpine the week before. 2 swims, 2 bikes and 2 wralks. Have one of the bike and wralk workouts be a brick. That should give you a complete rest day. Take the complete rest day two days before the race. I know you can do it. I'm so excited about you doing it. Sign up!!! Yeah, I'm a little addicted to racing. I'm scared, excited and giddy about my race on Saturday. I call it my que sera sera race. I haven't done any bricks, I haven't raced since June, don't have much run mileage in me. But I'm so excited to get out there and do it. I'm gonna have a stupid smile the whole race. It's the doing it that is intoxicating. Thanks Pam, for sharing your wisdom and passion.
CAT, we all KNOW you can do the distances. wralk, it's okay. We've all had to walk at some point in a race. Even if you walk most of it this race will be a huge hurdle to cross mentally. Very very true.... and going to the race and hanging around by myself is another hurdle too. No worries - I just know Im going to feel like the fat girl at the party! Yes Im doing the mental thing again... I don't know how it is in Oz, but here at every race, there are scared, nervous newbies. Go up to one of them, be nice and help them layout their transition area. Calm their fears, give advice like you did as our mentor. You will not be hanging out by yourself for long! Triathletes come in all shapes and sizes. The skinny girls sink in the water and get blown around on the bike. As Friel says, "Train like a horse. On race day, horses don't walk around and say look at the size of the legs on that stud!" |
| 2008-10-09 8:03 PM in reply to: #1731894 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV TriAya - 2008-10-10 11:57 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 5:51 PM barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Hehe I acutally have an old tri suit Kellyg sent me (second hand from hers when she was 'bigger') so I guess I could try that on.... My old racing suit is 3+ sizes too small for me right now! I always pulled a top on in T1 anyway... never liked myself in lycra! WE like you in lycra. Good, encouraging thoughts sent your way. I'm nowhere remotely near where I was, but it really does feel good just to get out there and move, at any speed. Thanks Yanti |
| 2008-10-09 8:04 PM in reply to: #1731898 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:58 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:51 PM I'm sure you'll find something. I race in a sports bra and tri shorts when it's really hot out. I just don't buy the race photos (and try not to look at them at all). Sign up!!!! Can someone post the "Come to the dark side. We have cookies" pic? barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Hehe I acutally have an old tri suit Kellyg sent me (second hand from hers when she was 'bigger') so I guess I could try that on.... My old racing suit is 3+ sizes too small for me right now! I always pulled a top on in T1 anyway... never liked myself in lycra! there will be NO photographic evidence... I will probably be going solo.... Im thinking maybe the old trisuit of Kels if it fits nad then throw a singlet over the top in T1 so Im comfortable... Then the only decision is Road bike or mountain bike... |
| 2008-10-09 8:05 PM in reply to: #1697534 |
Melon Presser 52116 | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV And remember--ALL THE NIBBS ARE WITH YOU EVERY BIT OF THE WAY. Trust me, do this race, and you will KNOW, and FEEL us with you. |
| 2008-10-09 8:05 PM in reply to: #1731910 |
Pro 4507 Simpsonville, SC | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV |
| 2008-10-09 8:05 PM in reply to: #1731904 |
Royal(PITA) 14270 West Chester, Ohio | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV kaqphin - 2008-10-09 7:59 PM Leave the mental baggage behind, it's time to go forward barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:51 AM QueenZipp - 2008-10-09 8:49 PM Yeah. Just read my Mooseman race report. There was LOTS of walking during that one, but no DNF
CAT, we all KNOW you can do the distances. wralk, it's okay. We've all had to walk at some point in a race. Even if you walk most of it this race will be a huge hurdle to cross mentally. Its funny Im not sure it the walking that stopping me... its some of the other mental baggage.. I have not done a race yet without some walking! I know it's hard to mentally let go of a "role" that in some ways has definition in your life right now. Think of it as a dysfunctional relationship. You want out of the dysfunction...but in so many ways it's what defines life. It's a crutch and a curse all at one time and you need to be able to hit the starting line without either. |
| 2008-10-09 8:06 PM in reply to: #1731917 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV barqhead - 2008-10-10 12:03 PM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:57 PM I don't know how it is in Oz, but here at every race, there are scared, nervous newbies. Go up to one of them, be nice and help them layout their transition area. Calm their fears, give advice like you did as our mentor. You will not be hanging out by yourself for long! Triathletes come in all shapes and sizes. The skinny girls sink in the water and get blown around on the bike. As Friel says, "Train like a horse. On race day, horses don't walk around and say look at the size of the legs on that stud!" QueenZipp - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM barqhead - 2008-10-09 7:42 PM Cat, Sign up for the middle distance. You got the swim and the bike. Just plan a nice little jog/walk goal. Maybe 2 minutes jogging, 2 minutes walking. If the foot or calf protests go to all walking. My husband walked the entire 5k portion of his first sprint tri. And he wasn't even DFL (but he's a strong cyclist). There is no shame in doing that. And it is so cool to hear them call out your name when you cross the finish. It might be just the thing you need to rekindle your tri passion. You can do a 2x each discilpine the week before. 2 swims, 2 bikes and 2 wralks. Have one of the bike and wralk workouts be a brick. That should give you a complete rest day. Take the complete rest day two days before the race. I know you can do it. I'm so excited about you doing it. Sign up!!! Yeah, I'm a little addicted to racing. I'm scared, excited and giddy about my race on Saturday. I call it my que sera sera race. I haven't done any bricks, I haven't raced since June, don't have much run mileage in me. But I'm so excited to get out there and do it. I'm gonna have a stupid smile the whole race. It's the doing it that is intoxicating. Thanks Pam, for sharing your wisdom and passion.
CAT, we all KNOW you can do the distances. wralk, it's okay. We've all had to walk at some point in a race. Even if you walk most of it this race will be a huge hurdle to cross mentally. Very very true.... and going to the race and hanging around by myself is another hurdle too. No worries - I just know Im going to feel like the fat girl at the party! Yes Im doing the mental thing again... haha very true... and it will be a good chance to find out what tri clubs have good beginner programs too I guess... because who knows I might join one... one day... It would be a fun race report to write at least! |
| 2008-10-09 8:06 PM in reply to: #1697534 |
Melon Presser 52116 | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV Oh and HAI JUDI!!!!! |
| 2008-10-09 8:06 PM in reply to: #1731921 |
Royal(PITA) 14270 West Chester, Ohio | Subject: RE: Nibbs XXV kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:04 PM What's the terrain for the race? The link didn't work for me. barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:58 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:51 PM I'm sure you'll find something. I race in a sports bra and tri shorts when it's really hot out. I just don't buy the race photos (and try not to look at them at all). Sign up!!!! Can someone post the "Come to the dark side. We have cookies" pic? barqhead - 2008-10-10 11:49 AM kaqphin - 2008-10-09 8:46 PM Hmmm I dont even have any gear to wear racing.... Easy. Swimsuit and pull on some cycling shorts in T1. Presto, instant tri suit Hehe I acutally have an old tri suit Kellyg sent me (second hand from hers when she was 'bigger') so I guess I could try that on.... My old racing suit is 3+ sizes too small for me right now! I always pulled a top on in T1 anyway... never liked myself in lycra! there will be NO photographic evidence... I will probably be going solo.... Im thinking maybe the old trisuit of Kels if it fits nad then throw a singlet over the top in T1 so Im comfortable... Then the only decision is Road bike or mountain bike... |
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