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Originally posted by sandishr



Hi Jana,

This is only my second year at it but it always does help to know what other newbies have done. Like you I was pretty active...knew I could swim/run/bike the distances, just hadn't done it all together before! I think I downloaded some of the 12 week programs, but I didn't stick to them too religiously. I ran 3-4 days a week, biked 3 days a week (and increased focus on that over time as it was my weak spot), and swam whenever I could, usually a couple of days a week and then I increased my swimming in open water to 3-5 days a week once summer hit. I only did sprints, so really didn't have a ton of conditioning UP to do (in terms of needing to get my body doing lots of more of what it already knew how to do)...just honing the conditioning I had and then accustoming my body to transitioning to different sports in the same workout. So some of this probably depends on the distances you're planning on racing.

I invested in a fair amount of gear but honestly I don't think you should if you don't want to and it definitely isn't necessary. I bought a wetsuit because my first tri was in a COLD lake and I needed one...and I bought a very good one...but I also knew I'd likely be doing a lot of swimming as I got older and having that investment would make it easier (I've tried to do several open water swimming events that I'd chickened out on because I didn't have gear....no more of that!). My bike is/was a hybrid, which is ridiculously slow and heavy for tri-training, but buying a new bike seemed silly my first year. I was planning on putting money into a bike this year. I think it only matters if it's critical to you to do very well in times, place in age groups, etc....and even then, you might see how much you enjoy the sport and training first. Even with my hybrid I still managed a couple of age group placements (though they were at small events without very strong competition). And despite my plan of getting a new bike I'm actually not now sure that I will this year as I'm comfortable on the hybrid and it may be more practical for me this year to focus on finishing and doing so safely than quickly. So I'd start training and go from there. I do think that tri clothing is important...a good pair of shorts for sure....being able to comfortably transition from the water to bike is necessary IMO.

Kegerator....envy. :-)

Sandi

Originally posted by Lilmamaharv

Hi guys! Can someone bump the March challenges? I want to partake in one or more of them to help me get back on track. I've been doing a little yoga (I have an app that I use), and need to get my training back on track.

Originally posted by adempsey10

So I notice that a lot of people are using MFP to track their calories and what not. I've never used it before so I thought I'd give it a shot. A few things I noticed first off:

1) The fat, carb, protein values seem to be based on the RDVs. This probably doesn't apply if you're just starting out but if you are ramping up training or will be soon, consider that your carb, protein and fat intake should fluctuate with your training. If you're in the base period doing long moderate intensity rides, increase fat and decrease carbs a little (maintaining a balance). If you do HIIT or are in the build phase, decrease fat and increase carbs. 

2) If you're using it for weight loss and plan on training at the same time, be mindful that up to 50% of your total weight loss will come from muscle. Losing weight can decrease performance as a result. If you double your RDV for protein (but keep the cals and everything else in the proper range) you can significantly reduce muscle loss. (this is true even if you are not training but don't want to see a decrease in muscle mass). This is really important if you're a sprint tri person. You need all those type II muscle fibres intact on race day. 

I know everyone isn't as competitive and anal with their training as I am but something to think about as the sport takes greater hold of your life. :P

Also, forgive me if anything I've said has been covered earlier in the thread. 

Originally posted by jeverett724

Hey Gretchen! First, thanks for your reply to my initial posting - made me feel welcome and ready to go

Question about the notation you use - 76/400? I've seen it a couple times and wondering if you could explain!

Nice going on the morning spin class! I have such a hard time peeling myself out of my bed in the winter.

Originally posted by Moonrocket



Nice Workout!!!

I find if you set your interval for 50s right it can make the timing a lot easier. I like :55 second 50s or :50 50s since based on where you are on the clock you can back out how many you did. I'll often do sets of 12 50s on :55 since you know all you have to do is get around the clock.

Originally posted by Moonrocket I got in my long Bike on Sunday before leaving for my trip and busted out my long (these are all relative terms ) run last night. I am loving all of this oxygen at sea level (in CA) I am definitely going to try and get my second run in before I head home.

Originally posted by thor67

Nice! Where in CA are you? A lot of good west coast IPA's you should be training with(strictly for carbs)!!

Originally posted by jeverett724

Getting all settled in here... thanks everyone for the support and warm welcome!

Right now I'm focused on running, as I have a 10 mile race in mid-April (read: 10 mile run....speed isn't really my thing).

My week:

Sunday 3/1: 4 miles (check!)
Monday 3/2: 3.1 miles + abs (check!)
Tuesday 3/3: 20 minutes on the erg (rowing machine) + legs and abs
Wednesday 3/4: 4 miles
Thursday 3/5: 3.1 miles + arms and abs
Friday 3/6: Rest
Saturday 3/7: 5 miles

I'm on the treadmill right now with consistently gross weather here in Washington, DC. Goal for the week is just to complete every workout I have scheduled - it's been stop and go so far.

I picked my first tri!!! I'll be signing up for the Tidewater Sprint Triathlon in Hampton, VA on July 18th! I plan to start swimming and stationary biking in about two weeks, will follow the 13 week training plan on this site. Aiming to buy some sort of decent used bike after my 10 miler in April (when the weather is good enough to get outside).

Originally posted by drfoodlove



Sure thing! I set a goal for myself of 400 workouts in 2015 (min 30 minutes, but not necessarily SBR). I post my progress to help keep me motivated and on track.

Mornings are my thing--I'm often annoyed that the gym doesn't open until 5:30am.

Originally posted by Qua17

Finding my MOJO report:

I was able to take a break from my students and grab 15 minutes of computer time while away on my school trip. I'm so glad I did - I'm fired up about all that's going on in the BDAS these days. You guys are awesome!

As I mentioned last week - I'm going to make it my mission to get back on track this month. That's my soul/sole goal... Last night while waiting for the kids to fall asleep, I worked on a set of goals for the month to try to make that happen. And, I've volunteered to go snowshoeing in order to bag a workout - but I'm excited to report that I'm excited about the prospect of getting out and exercising even if it's with 20 of my favorite 5th and 6th graders.

Perhaps this whole finding my mojo thing is kind of like starting a fire. I just need to keep finding pieces of kindling and throwing them on "the fire" hoping some of them "catch". I know one thing - staying active in the BDAS is key. I've said it before and I will say it again - you get what you put into the BDAS and I thank you for all your support. With all our new members - this is an excellent opportunity to get active by support each other. The connections you make will benefit you in innumerable ways - which is just my way of reminding people to reply to each others posts and to leave inspires for people on their logs.

Have a great day everyone and have a beer for me....

Originally posted by b2b14
My training plan starts Monday, I am excited to get down to it. Saw Doc today and he is happy with my progress and the fact that i have feeling in my hand again, so I will be back to regular duty next friday. I think I am going to sign up for an early season sprint just to get a race under my belt for the season.

Originally posted by jeverett724

Hey, Sandi! Thanks for your input! I have more or less accepted that I need to purchase *A* bike, if not a fancy one. I'm on a road bike from the 80s right now that needs a ton of work. So thanks for the input there - I probably won't go whole hog with the fancy pants tri bike! Also thanks for the wetsuit input. I've been thinking about that - what kind of wetsuit do you have? I see one with and without sleeves, etc. I wonder if it's worth it without the sleeves? Doesn't that sort of defeat the purpose? But don't sleeves get in the way?

Right now my transition plan consists of throwing bike shorts over my swimsuit....need to do some research there.

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Originally posted by Qua17


Perhaps this whole finding my mojo thing is kind of like starting a fire. I just need to keep finding pieces of kindling and throwing them on "the fire" hoping some of them "catch".