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I just realized the first tri (for me) is April 5th - If my math is right that means only 10 weeks!! 

And then the 1/2 marathon on April 25th - just 3 weeks later -

 Ummm, time to get my butt in gear!

 out of curiousity, how much was the bike, I need to buy one..

Christy - Congratulations and I can't wait to hear that you did 3 miles without stopping!  I love seeing people excited about meeting their goals!

HOO-RAY for you!! good job

IT IS SO GREAT YOU MADE IT TO YOUR GOAL AND NOW YOU SET ANTOHER!!

Speaking of goals - I just officially signed up for my half marathon at the end of April.

And nervously looking at my run volume to date.

And realizing I only have been running 3x a week.  Need to find a 4th day - might have to make use of the apartment treadmill while I'm taking care of the boys in the evening (wife works evenings).

Maybe I can fly Terps out here so she can run it for me . . .  You'll need to bulk up though.

Well, I finally bit the bullet and have found a swim coach to help improve my swim.  I felt like I was consistently spinning my wheels in the pool and getting discouraged by the lack of improvement (notice the lack of swim volume of late - partially "I'm sick of the weather" related and partially "why is this so hard" related.

So, I start next Wed. and meet once a week.  I know someone who is utilizing the same coach for swimming and feels that he has seen a lot of improvement in his technique...the coach first focuses on technique and then on strength and endurance once technique has improved.

Wish me luck!

Let us know how the swim coaching goes!

I got a call from my LBS and my new bike is already in!  Yay!  I go on Saturday at noon for the fitting.  I can't wait to get 'em home and take him for a ride on the trainer (which I will have to purchase as well).

I'll post pictures.  I'm so excited!

Jeff you have plenty of time to increase your run volume for the 1/2.  Just do it in small increments so you stay strong and injury free.

You won't need it (you've got GRIT), but good luck!

I went to Bikesport Michigan in Dearborn.  They have the 2008 Felt S32's on closeout for about $940, clipless pedals included. 

I'll let you know about the fitting...it is tomorrow at noon. 

Everything you heard is true...I had a great experience with Bikesport.  My bike arrived about 2 weeks early.  The fitting went really well.  Tom spent a ton of time with me.  He is very detailed and made sure to explain everything so that I would understand.  I'd highly recommend checking the place out if you are in the market for a new bike (or even if you have a bike and want to get a good fit).

I've heard some others say that it's taken months to get their bikes in....and I met a man while there yesterday that said the same.  So, that part of it can be hit or miss.  I was lucky enough to get mine super fast.  I'm guessing it's because I bought last years model.  If you're buying a brand new bike from this year...it could take a little longer to ship.  But...once you get it, Bikesport takes care of you.

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gcoller - 2009-01-31 4:50 PM I met my fitness goal for this month...I ran 38 miles

Great job!  That is awesome.  What's everyone shooting for in February? 

I've got a 5K next Saturday....I'm running it with my sister and we're pushing her 15 month old son along with us.  It should be a blast.

 I love your bike, it is a beauty!  Congrats on your purchase!!

gcoller - 2009-01-31 3:50 PM I met my fitness goal for this month...I ran 38 miles

AWESOME job!  I'm just hoping to get up to 25 this month.