SWBKRUN fast, furious, and closed (Page 57)

Linda, your smile is absolutely wonderful, thanks for sharing! You rock!

Since we're posting pictures.  Here's a great action shot from a couple of years ago.  Shows you how to run with your wetsuit.

Them's C cups, boy!  The best part about Tony's post is that it puts you right at the top of the page.  

Well Marla. I totally focused on some cross training workout I got from this mentor group last time. Swam my butt off two days a week and hit the bike on the trainer a lot. And P90X when I could. I feared it all... 4 weeks ago I was cleared to run but struggled with a 2k run. I then got reset by my Chiro found my hip out of place causing my tracking issues. and I was able to start picking up some volume on the running. I also eased in helping my friend run her learn to run group on monday nights... starting with 1 min run 4 min walk... and to be honest I struggled at first with the knee... So I backed off again an only ran monday nights with this group.. 2 weeks ago.. after another chrio appointment I finally had my core back and I was able to run easy 4km... then a couple of 5km... If you keep up the other stuff you will be totally fine. Not only was I fine but I actually improved.

It all started 2 months ago when my buddy stef dropped off a tri mag about an elite tri woman that was injured.. she swam 5 days a week and spun easy 2 days a week.. eventually picking up the spinning... when she got back to running she completed her fastest HM and fastest HIM. It showed me that you can not only keep your base you can build on it and get stronger.

So you can TOTALLY DO IT. Just make sure you don't push the injury. Every time I had a tiny hint or niggle of something I stopped right away. hence the not run more then 2km... I got a niggle I stopped. I could have run through it but why.

Wow you don't have to be away from this group long to have the conversation turn to butts, boobs and BS.....LOVE IT !!!!

I own a sleeveless wetsuit and like the fact that it does not restrict my arms, however there is an OWS this weekend and there is NO WAY I am getting in that water....hovering around 58-60 (just found out official temp 51 - NFW!). If there is one thing I hate it is cold water...yes I am a wimp....

No race this weekend although I was thinking about a trail race...too much going on....get to sing in the choir for first communion on Saturday morning and then Mothers day on Sunday...I guess I have to do something for my wife right? Although she is not my mother...that should be my kids job? Is it possible to count on 20 year old's to do something for their mother? Probably should not hold my breath......

OK serious equipment question. I hate goggles I have not found a pair that I like, and get overwhelmed looking at all the choices. I plan on buying a couple different pairs and styles....need recommendations....manufacturers? Models?

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OK serious equipment question. I hate goggles I have not found a pair that I like, and get overwhelmed looking at all the choices. I plan on buying a couple different pairs and styles....need recommendations....manufacturers? Models?

FWIW, I had the same problem until I tried the Aquasphere Cayenne.  I have found that those fit well on me, provide excellent field of vision in the water, and -- apart from making me look like Kurt Rambis -- are exactly what I need in goggles.  I tried them because I went into Paragon Sports (I think) when I was in NYC and did not have my old goggles with me on that trip, and Paragon had one of each type/brand of goggles out of the box for customers to check out.  I tried the fit by pressing the goggles against my face without using the strap behind.  Because the Aquasphere Cayenne stuck on my face without falling off, I believed it was the right fit and got a pair.  I have not been disappointed.

(I will rely on John to: a) provide a link to the cayenne; and b) to provide a picture of Kurt Rambis.)

Since we're posting pictures.  Here's a great action shot from a couple of years ago.  Shows you how to run with your wetsuit.

FWIW, I had the same problem until I tried the Aquasphere Cayenne.  I have found that those fit well on me, provide excellent field of vision in the water, and -- apart from making me look like Kurt Rambis -- are exactly what I need in goggles.  I tried them because I went into Paragon Sports (I think) when I was in NYC and did not have my old goggles with me on that trip, and Paragon had one of each type/brand of goggles out of the box for customers to check out.  I tried the fit by pressing the goggles against my face without using the strap behind.  Because the Aquasphere Cayenne stuck on my face without falling off, I believed it was the right fit and got a pair.  I have not been disappointed.

(I will rely on John to: a) provide a link to the cayenne; and b) to provide a picture of Kurt Rambis.)

You're right.  There is a lot of good information mixed in with the b.s., and it's been really helpful.  Can you seriously stop swimming and just float for a bit?  That sounds AWESOME.  I'm not scheduled for my first tri until June 25th, but I'm thinking about signing up for a really small local tri on May 21st.  (note:  haven't registered yet.  still debating) Thought it would be a good chance to get this "first tri" thing over with.   But, the water is still really cold, so the wetsuit rental would be necessary.  Let me see if I got this all straight. . .

1.  Work my body into the skin tight wetsuit that feels way too small.  Remembering that you will only feel like you're going to pass out from the constriction. 

2.  Give it a few extra tugs until it is practically up my a$$.  (cute a$$ if we're talking about suzy)

3.  Make sure there is plenty of room at the shoulders

4.  Get the wetsuit wet (only pee in it if you own it)

5.  Work some of the water in between the wetsuit and your skin ("burp" it)

6.  Swim like a dolphin!!!!!

Honestly, I don't know why anybody would be nervous about their first tri!!!

Quick question, can you race Tri's wearing calve sleeves? I am asking becuase I know they mark you legs so I was wondering about it. Reason asking is stupid stupid stupid stupid me ran 3.5 miles in Vibrams and the next morning did a brick where I decided to push myself to try and find my limit for racing and now my right calf is super tight and sore so I was going to purchase a pair of sleeves for future training and racing.

On another note, does anyone actually use these and what are your thoughts?

Quick question, can you race Tri's wearing calve sleeves? I am asking becuase I know they mark you legs so I was wondering about it. Reason asking is stupid stupid stupid stupid me ran 3.5 miles in Vibrams and the next morning did a brick where I decided to push myself to try and find my limit for racing and now my right calf is super tight and sore so I was going to purchase a pair of sleeves for future training and racing.

On another note, does anyone actually use these and what are your thoughts?

FWIW, I had the same problem until I tried the Aquasphere Cayenne.  I have found that those fit well on me, provide excellent field of vision in the water, and -- apart from making me look like Kurt Rambis -- are exactly what I need in goggles.  I tried them because I went into Paragon Sports (I think) when I was in NYC and did not have my old goggles with me on that trip, and Paragon had one of each type/brand of goggles out of the box for customers to check out.  I tried the fit by pressing the goggles against my face without using the strap behind.  Because the Aquasphere Cayenne stuck on my face without falling off, I believed it was the right fit and got a pair.  I have not been disappointed.

(I will rely on John to: a) provide a link to the cayenne; and b) to provide a picture of Kurt Rambis.)

Goggles I think tend to be a personal preference, I did not have good luck with the cayenne's, so you might have to do some trial and error on finding ones that fit you correctly.

I had no idea who you were talking about, but i got him now.

typical canadian, doesn't know who kurt rambis is.  and probably the two celtics behind him i s'pose as well.      short shorts. ha!

Quick question, can you race Tri's wearing calve sleeves? I am asking becuase I know they mark you legs so I was wondering about it. Reason asking is stupid stupid stupid stupid me ran 3.5 miles in Vibrams and the next morning did a brick where I decided to push myself to try and find my limit for racing and now my right calf is super tight and sore so I was going to purchase a pair of sleeves for future training and racing.

On another note, does anyone actually use these and what are your thoughts?

Bird and McHale