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I think I've finally got my groove back!  I've been between 142 and 146 lately - the goal I originally set for myself (3 years ago) was 135 - I'm hoping to be close by the end of March!!  EEEK!!

Renee

rstocks3 - 2010-03-02 12:58 PM Congrats on the weight loss guys! That's great. I'm down a couple belt loops buty this broken rib has definitely put a wrench in my marathon training. It's going to be an interesting marathon in 4 weeks.

It does take some time to get used to the aero position but once you do you will love it. I like to think that I am just resting on a counter watching TV when I'm in aero. Very relaxing. Where are you having the problems with aero?

Man - sorry to hear about the broken Rib Bob - you've sure got a great attitude about it   Good luck with your training!!

Aero - not relaxing at all for me   My biggest problems are 1) my shoulders and neck get really tired (it's much easier to look straight down than forward - but that doesn't work on the road, LOL) and 2) my leg slightly makes contact with my stomach - which can't be good - has gotta slow me down?  Is this just a matter of needing an adjustment?

Another question, for anyone - is there a way to "tilt" the front of my seat down a bit? 

I got new shoes and cleats on Sunday - tried them out on T.  The guy at the bike shop said my last pair of cleats was way forward - and most triathletes like them back if anything.  He set them in the middle - it WAS more comfortable!  My old ones had shims - I may need to add those back in on the L - as my knee was a bit tweaked on the inside the next AM.  My R cleat must not have been tight enough?  That shoe is now stuck to my pedal!  I couldn't get it off even after I got off the bike - it just turns in place . . . gotta look at it better tonight.

How's everyone's training going?  Is weather improving for all?  I know - it wasn't an issue for SOME of us :P  We're finally seeing the sun here - ohhhhhh man has that been nice!!  Plus we're mostly in the upper 30's / low 40's this week!  Still crossing my fingers for 50's for my long run Sunday - ohhhhh that would be glorious

Renee

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Thanks for the tips guys!! I quickly found out that it's best to be helpful when Mommy is around and sees my good work .  It helps give me bonus points so I can train longer .   The bed in the crib is too low, which makes me bend over to pick up Emma.  This is terrible for my back, bending over and picking up a 12 lbs baby like that.  I need to find a way to bend at the knees...

Here are some pics of Emma: http://www.facebook.com/#!/album.php?aid=140051&id=548140535

Tuffli

Thanks guys!  Emma is a gem!!

Any new pics of Morgan Olivia, Rudy?? 

Tuffi, solid job man!

Bob, how's the rib?  I know that hurts man.  Take it easy and let it heel.

Completed my first Marathon this past Sunday, 4:59:20.  I was running with a friend and we just wanted to finish.  Felt like I could have pushed and shaved 20 + minutes but we just took it easy to finish with a smile.