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 2009-04-12 2:13 PM in reply to: #2079466 |
TinkerBeth  23096     Liverpool, New York |  Subject: Modifying Swim Workoutsnuttysami123 - 2009-04-12 2:39 PM lastcall2003 - 2009-04-12 1:36 PM Sam, you're on the table, and I think all the links should be working Whew! Thanks Beth!! I have a question for you about the swim workouts in a binder. I have that nice little book and I find it very intimidating because I am only swimming 1100-2000 yds in any swim workout. I haven't found a workout in the book less than 2000 yds. Do you swim the full distance in that book or do you modify them to fit your time schedule? I typically swim on my lunch hour 2x's a week and am currently following a Matt Fitzgerald plan. Happy Easter to everyone who celebrates! My hellacious bike ride is done for the day. It was really really windy here in the corn fields of Indiana!  I totally hear what you are saying about the distances. You can easily modify a lot of them by just eliminating a few sets. For example, if there is a set in the middle swim that is repeated twice, just do it once. If i'm modifying a workout to shorten it, I take a look at the components, and generally modify the middle swim portion. Sometimes I'll also take a little out of the Warm up or Cool down if they seem a little long. One of the things that I really like about the swimplan.com plans is they are also based on level of experience, beginner, intermediate, etc it's very easy to get a nice workout in the exact range you are swimming in. I just put my workout in a freezer side baggie so I can have it on the side of the pool. No way could I remember.  Hope that helps |
| 2009-04-12 2:57 PM in reply to: #2079472 |
Master 1332 Vista, CA | Subject: swimplan Love, love love the swim plan.com. I can hardly wait to use the first workout it gave me. Thanks, Beth. I'm off to do my long run of the week -- an hour. I've been making a lowfat chocolate cake for Easter dinner and procrastinating the run -- or delaying my gratification from how much I love to run! Take your pick. :-) |
| 2009-04-12 3:09 PM in reply to: #2069346 |
Veteran 351 Thibodaux | Subject: Todays workout I did a 3 mile run before we started cooking, eating and drinking. The wind was blowing 16 miles an hr from the southeast. Ran into the wind and back. The tailwind was awsome! Dinner is done now and kids are gradually leaving. A mixed blessing to be sure. Now there's wine to be had. It is a holiday.  |
| 2009-04-12 5:08 PM in reply to: #2069346 |
Veteran 351 Thibodaux | Subject: 70.3 on nbc Just finished watching this tri. How inspiring! Wish I'd recorded it! Anybody else see it? |
| 2009-04-12 5:12 PM in reply to: #2079647 |
Master 1420 Victoria, BC | Subject: RE: 70.3 on nbc mammatri's - 2009-04-12 3:08 PM Just finished watching this tri. How inspiring! Wish I'd recorded it! Anybody else see it? It was awesome! The inspirational stories always make me cry, too. |
| 2009-04-12 5:24 PM in reply to: #2079654 |
Master 1420 Victoria, BC | Subject: bravado, or realistic goal? OK Manatees, my first question - so something I've been throwing around in my mind for a couple weeks ... I need some advice. I have a deferred entry into an Olympic distance this year - it's the first weekend in August. It's a good race, I'm comfortable with the venue as it's where I regularly train (Shawn - it's Sri at Elk Lake if ur curious) ... I've deferred this entry for TWO years now (2007 was injured and couldn't race, last year didn't race at all) ... this is their 30th Anniversary year and my last chance to make good on my race entry. Do I have time to get ready? I've only done Sprints before, but have done the bike and run portions in Olympic distance on relay teams (at this same race, coincidentally) and regularly do 10K running races ... I've let my swimming and cycling go, but prior to my recent Achilles injury had kept up with the running. I do plan to finish my Sprint on May 24, I'm sure I'll be DFL but that's ok by me - I just want to get across that finish line. I'm also looking at another Sprint at the end of June ... My question is: Does that give me enough time to jump up to the Oly distance by Aug 2? Or is this just bravado from having just watched Clearwater 70.3 on tv?  As an aside: I have my training plan set for the next 6 weeks, and I will be swimming 3 times per week, cycling 2-3 times per week, running 2-3 times per week, and doing 3-4 yoga classes (as that's my job). Fridays will be my days off, and there will be no exceptions with this plan. I'm pretty stubborn when I put my mind to something. |
| 2009-04-12 6:09 PM in reply to: #2069346 |
Veteran 351 Thibodaux | Subject: tr's oly Tr, I think you can do it. You're gonna have to focus on training for the swimm & bike, but you have time. Just focus on being able to finish. don't set a specific time goal. Find a trianing plan. Sounds like you have about 16 weeks to train. Your run is already there. Think of your swim as a warmup. Practice hard on your bike and maintain your run base. You go girl!! |
| 2009-04-12 8:56 PM in reply to: #2079514 |
Master 1420 Victoria, BC | Subject: ooooouuuuch So if anyone besides me cares ... Canada lost to Scotland in the end ... disappointing. It was one of those games of strategy in which 3 hours of back and forth comes down to one shot - which ended up being in Scotland's favour. (Curling is kind of like a cross between chess and shuffleboard on ice, for those who don't know) Yet - we still love our Canadian Team. Vancouver 2010 is not too far away. Go Canada Go! |
| 2009-04-12 9:34 PM in reply to: #2079928 |
Master 1675 Suwanee, Ga. | Subject: RE: ooooouuuuch Just wanted to drop in and say that Once a Manatee...ALWAYS a Manatee I can only say that you guys are sooooo lucky to be Manatees. Yanti and Beth are two of the finest, most genuine and sincere people on BT. They are experienced, dedicated and thoughtful....and you guys will learn a TON from them. They are by far the best mentors here for offering support and inspires. Have a great spring and train hard and be safe. Steve |
| 2009-04-12 10:08 PM in reply to: #2079992 |
TinkerBeth 23096 Liverpool, New York | Subject: RE: ooooouuuuch Reno8 - 2009-04-12 10:34 PM Just wanted to drop in and say that Once a Manatee...ALWAYS a Manatee I can only say that you guys are sooooo lucky to be Manatees. Yanti and Beth are two of the finest, most genuine and sincere people on BT. They are experienced, dedicated and thoughtful....and you guys will learn a TON from them. They are by far the best mentors here for offering support and inspires. Have a great spring and train hard and be safe. Steve Steve! be sure and stop by and let us know how your swimming is going |
| 2009-04-12 10:15 PM in reply to: #2079673 |
TinkerBeth 23096 Liverpool, New York | Subject: RE: bravado, or realistic goal? SpiritFire - 2009-04-12 6:24 PM OK Manatees, my first question - so something I've been throwing around in my mind for a couple weeks ... I need some advice. I have a deferred entry into an Olympic distance this year - it's the first weekend in August. It's a good race, I'm comfortable with the venue as it's where I regularly train (Shawn - it's Sri at Elk Lake if ur curious) ... I've deferred this entry for TWO years now (2007 was injured and couldn't race, last year didn't race at all) ... this is their 30th Anniversary year and my last chance to make good on my race entry. Do I have time to get ready? I've only done Sprints before, but have done the bike and run portions in Olympic distance on relay teams (at this same race, coincidentally) and regularly do 10K running races ... I've let my swimming and cycling go, but prior to my recent Achilles injury had kept up with the running. I do plan to finish my Sprint on May 24, I'm sure I'll be DFL but that's ok by me - I just want to get across that finish line. I'm also looking at another Sprint at the end of June ... My question is: Does that give me enough time to jump up to the Oly distance by Aug 2? Or is this just bravado from having just watched Clearwater 70.3 on tv? As an aside: I have my training plan set for the next 6 weeks, and I will be swimming 3 times per week, cycling 2-3 times per week, running 2-3 times per week, and doing 3-4 yoga classes (as that's my job). Fridays will be my days off, and there will be no exceptions with this plan. I'm pretty stubborn when I put my mind to something. I think you absolutely have enough time to train for an Oly I would suggest that you decide which one is your 'A' race - which one do you want to do the best in, and plan your training around that let us know...... |
| 2009-04-12 10:16 PM in reply to: #2080045 |
Master 1675 Suwanee, Ga. | Subject: RE: ooooouuuuch lastcall2003 - 2009-04-12 11:08 PM Reno8 - 2009-04-12 10:34 PM Steve! be sure and stop by and let us know how your swimming is going I knew you couldn't do it....have a post with the word " Steve " in it without saying something about getting my a$$ back in the pool.....that's one of the many things I love about you... Steve |
| 2009-04-12 10:18 PM in reply to: #2079550 |
TinkerBeth 23096 Liverpool, New York | Subject: RE: swimplan lmscozz - 2009-04-12 3:57 PM Love, love love the swim plan.com. I can hardly wait to use the first workout it gave me. Thanks, Beth. I'm off to do my long run of the week -- an hour. I've been making a lowfat chocolate cake for Easter dinner and procrastinating the run -- or delaying my gratification from how much I love to run! Take your pick. :-) so glad you loved the swimplan! can you share the recipe? |
| 2009-04-12 10:50 PM in reply to: #2080058 |
TinkerBeth 23096 Liverpool, New York | Subject: steve will learn to love swimming ;) Reno8 - 2009-04-12 11:16 PM lastcall2003 - 2009-04-12 11:08 PM Reno8 - 2009-04-12 10:34 PM Steve! be sure and stop by and let us know how your swimming is going I knew you couldn't do it....have a post with the word " Steve " in it without saying something about getting my a$$ back in the pool.....that's one of the many things I love about you... Steve hehe only because i love you steve! now, what are the pool hours?????? |
 2009-04-13 7:07 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
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| 2009-04-13 8:10 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
| Champion 6225 | Subject: RE: Beth and Yanti's Newest Manatees - FULL hi everyone. woke to the sounds of my three sons bickering. mommy bliss. its spring break, and thankfully this week (and next) are taper/brick weeks. it will be less challenging to fit in my workouts with kids home from school (through tues) w the times being so low. a shortie swim for me today - just 25 mins - im gonna use one of the new plans i downloaded from swimplan.com (super silly excited about that site) then tomorrow will be the first of four bricks i'll do over the next two weeks before i do my mini on the 26th. thats coming up quick. woosh. its looking like we'll have quite a few bikerideable days here. perfect. the kids are heading out w my brother to our hunting/fishing camp this weekend, and my husband is gonna join me on my long ride come saturday. totally sweet. hope everyone has a wonderful day/trng-wise or otherwise. stacie |
| 2009-04-13 8:42 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
| Veteran 351 Thibodaux | Subject: New training plan input Good morning, Manatees! |
| 2009-04-13 10:04 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
| TinkerBeth 23096 Liverpool, New York | Subject: Beth is headed to the Big Apple Godd morning Manatees! |
| 2009-04-13 10:13 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
| Veteran 351 Thibodaux | Subject: Beth is headed to the Big Apple Have a safe trip! |
| 2009-04-13 11:06 AM in reply to: #2080391 |
| New user 24 | Subject: RE: New training plan input Your training plans sound well thought out. The "no fluff" does look intense and I would be curious to see if it does help you improve your speed. I am so impressed that you did the NOLA HIM this year. Very Inspiring! |
| 2009-04-13 11:19 AM in reply to: #2080391 |
| Master 1420 Victoria, BC | Subject: RE: New training plan input mammatri's - 2009-04-13 6:42 AM br />This is my training plan idea: I'm gonna start the intermediate No Fluff maintenance plan next Monday. After that 12 wk plan is done, I'll do run focus and bike focus. Then I'll repeat the No Fluff and move into a 16 wk HIM plan. I really want to sharpen up my times in all three disciplines. Sounds awesome! You're totally hard-core. |
| 2009-04-13 11:27 AM in reply to: #2080060 |
| Master 1332 Vista, CA | Subject: RE: swimplan lastcall2003 - 2009-04-12 8:18 PM lmscozz - 2009-04-12 3:57 PM Love, love love the swim plan.com. I can hardly wait to use the first workout it gave me. Thanks, Beth. I'm off to do my long run of the week -- an hour. I've been making a lowfat chocolate cake for Easter dinner and procrastinating the run -- or delaying my gratification from how much I love to run! Take your pick. :-) so glad you loved the swimplan! can you share the recipe? The family liked it! Sure, here's the recipe: Weight Watchers Chocolate raspberry cake (mock Applebees cake recipe) Ingredients: Directions: Serving size is 1 slice (1/12 of total cake) Each serving = 4 points
Tr--Totally agree that you CAN do the oly!! Cathy -- You did NOLA!! You're amazing. I'll go read your RR. I semi followed the no fluff plan for a while and it is a good one. I think it will improve your speed since there's more speed work (intervals, repeats, etc.). Or at least that's what I found.
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| 2009-04-13 11:37 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
| Veteran 351 Thibodaux | Subject: New training plan input Thanks for the encouragement. Now I'm really looking forward to starting the new plan. Happy training, everybody! |
| 2009-04-13 11:43 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
| Veteran 144 El Dorado Hills, CA | Subject: Good Morning! Happy Belated Easter to all you Manatees...weekend was a complete bust for me on the workout front....spent all day Friday sitting around waiting for a repairman and then Saturday and Sunday were spent at an agility competition taking pics...lots of fun! So back at it today.... Have a great day everyone!! Carole
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.....lots of GREAT info in there.... I was just puzzling about what to wear on thursday myself. Can't wait to try out the swim tips too!!| 2009-04-13 11:53 AM in reply to: #2069346 |
| Veteran 351 Thibodaux | Subject: chocolate cake recipe/WW Lynn, thanks for the recipe! It looks great. I'm definitley going to try it. I love Weight Watchers! I've been doing it online for quite a while. Although I've been awol for a while. Guess I'll be getting back on the plan today, now that Easter's over. |
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