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Hey Everybody,

Looks like I am going to be down and out for a bit.  I am not sure what happened but the one side of my middle back is one giant knot.  I think it is related to bad posture, usually is in my case.  I've been trying to stretch it out, but so far nothing is helping much.  I may be visiting the chiro soon if it doesn't get any better.

Happy Training everyone

What's everybody using for post workout nutrition? I use a GNC brand endurance recovery drink mix currently, but have tried a few other whey protein mixes. Like the GNC stuff the best so far.

I had quite a bad cycling accident last year.  I was cycling with friends on a quiet country road, we were cycling at a good pace - 20 mph when I hit a pot hole in the road.  It was deep and stopped my bike suddenly so I flew over the handle bars. My head injuries were bad even though I had a helmet on, I fractured my neck and some bones in my face.  I was lucky to be with friends, one who was medically trained and I got the treatment I needed immediately and this has helped me have an excellent recovery.

This hasn't stopped me riding on roads, I rode again 4 months after my accident with my girlfriends, back to my pot hole because I needed to "say thank you" for still being here.

I do dress brightly - bright pink makes drivers think and research shows drivers give women cyclists more space on the road when passing.  

I wear an expensive helmet - my brain is doubly precious to me now!

I ride in a group - we're more visible and we're there to support each other.

If you're going to ride on roads, start on the quiet ones and progress to the busier ones.

Lisa

Wow Lisa! Incredible story.  X2 on your advice.  I was hit by a car when I was in my early twenties. T-boned at a stop sign so the car was not going very fast at the time. Fortunately no major injuries. Just a sprained wrist, some impressive bruises and road rash.  I was very lucky not to have landed on my head as back in day no one wore helmets.  It did take me some time to feel comfortable riding on the roads again.  I still get a bit nervous when there is a lot of traffic.  

My club has been closed for renovations this week so I have been swimming at a local park district pool. I really like swimming there as the water temperature is perfect (as opposed to very cold at the club) and they have a therapy pool!  One end of the therapy pool is 6 feet deep. Perfect for deep water running.  Water running is supposed to be great for keeping your running fitness when injured and I know that after my hour the other day I was feeling it.  Since I anticipate being off running for an extended period of time, I will be spending much time in the therapy pool.  The PT I will be seeing is also located in this rec center and uses the therapy pool.  Hmmmm?  I'm wondering if I can get a pool membership covered by insurance? 

Nice swim this morning followed by a "run". 

First day without the boot.  Will see how the ankle feels at the end of the day.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Suie

Lisa - I wouldn’t say that I have outright pain in my knees.  More of a mild ache, which with my limited experience (none) may just be the result of the new body movements, like Steph said.  Susie et al, since I did not get my bike outfitted with the clipless pedals, I have not been fitted in that fashion.  Yet.  But I have been reading about the importance of accurate adjustments with the shoes & pedals, so that process will be my next step maybe in the next few weeks.  I’m going to heed Elizabeth’s advice and just get some more riding time in before going all in. 

Got a great goody bag at the tri expo last night: bag, tech shirt, water bottle, gu, chews, sport beans, keychains and more.  Better than most races I’ve done. Not bad for a free event! 

Did anyone get to see any coverage of Boston?

Marcus - That's actually exactly how i keep track, but my mind wanders constantly!  Even this morning, I lost track in the first 200 of my 400 warmup.  I had to look at the pace clock to figure out how far I had gone. I know it was early, but sheesh!

Terri

Hey Everybody,

Looks like I am going to be down and out for a bit.  I am not sure what happened but the one side of my middle back is one giant knot.  I think it is related to bad posture, usually is in my case.  I've been trying to stretch it out, but so far nothing is helping much.  I may be visiting the chiro soon if it doesn't get any better.

Happy Training everyone

Hello, I'm EJ and I think I'd do well in this group under you.  I was not athletic in high school (too prissy) and now i'm doing a 360.  Finished my first half (Shamrock - Va Beach) and want to try my first Tri in August (Pink Power Tri) or Sept.  I started swim lessons again to get better and more comfortable but my stroke and breathing are out of sync.  I keep trying but my kick is weak and holding my breath gets tiresome, literally.  Any tips I can pick up/take away I'm all for.  I try to practice 2xs a week.   Not sure if I'll be ready for August but I'm going to give it my best shot.  I was thinking of getting a road bike, or hybrid bike but an inexpensive one from Walmart or Target (until I know I'm going to stick with it) but I've never ridden on the road, that frightens me.  I know I just need to get out there and do it and I will.

thanks

EJ

Hi EJ,

I'm not sure if you are working with a swim coach, but instead of holding your breath, try blowing out a few bubbles.  I find if I'm counting my strokes between breaths (I'm a 3 stroke breather) and I blow bubbles while counting, it makes my breathing much easier - I am already empty when I take a breath, and I can just grab a quick breath and then keep swimming without it interrupting my flow...  Anyway, see if that helps a little??

Suzanne

Learning to breathe out in the water definitely helped improve my swimming.  I started practicing by putting my arms straight out in front of me, face down in the water and just swam gently blowing bubbles until I needed to breathe.  Then, I stopped, stood up took a breathe and did some more.  I suspect the locals in the pool thought I was nuts but it worked.

I still have weak legs though and I don't rotate enough in the hips, I only breathe on one side, I think my arms cross my mid point when I stroke and I think my elbow enters the water before my hand!  SO MUCH to remember.  Still I've a few months to go until August and my first sea swim tri.

JEEEEZ! Hurry up and get better. And do what the doctor says. 

Think I had a break through in the pool today. Worked on tucking my face and shoulders down, and also body rotation. Now I just have to get comfortable with it. 1000yds in the pool then a quick trail run with some good climbing just under 3mi. Then I went canoeing for 2.5hrs. Another pool day Saturday. 

What's everybody using for post workout nutrition? I use a GNC brand endurance recovery drink mix currently, but have tried a few other whey protein mixes. Like the GNC stuff the best so far.