chichitao's group - FULL! (Page 9)

chichitao - 2010-04-14 1:09 PM yeah, i've never seen a swim get canceled either.  down here it has to be lightning for them to cancel. 

Tri.me2010 - 2010-04-14 12:29 PM What is everyone's opinion on strength training during tri season? I have heard both sides of the argument... But I am wondering what everyone thinks.

I am doing 2 hours a week now ( because I have a class in school) but come May I won't have regualr sessions set up.

I have heard NO strength training at all.
I have heard Core only
I have heard Up to 3 hours a week....

I am being pulled towards Core only during tri season... But I am still curious if that sounds right...

Help???

SoccerGK - 2010-04-14 2:07 PM

T2 - I see you're doing the Big Foot Tri this year!  Have you done it before?  I want to do it this year since it's so close to us (in Milwaukee)!  Hopefully Ryan finds a "real" job soon so we can afford more triathlons!

Oh, and T1, thanks for the My Cousin Vinny reference!  It made me laugh out loud during class (whoops).  My dad used to always call me and my brother the "two youts."  Oh I love my Italian family...

Courtney - Are you aiming for the IM out there eventually?  I've heard it's gorgeous.  We're hoping to take a trip out there in the next couple years! 

Any tips for core training?  I need to get back into that!  Summer is almost here, and I'll have so much more time to workout and I'M EXCITED!!!

Happy Wednesday!

SoccerGK - 2010-04-14 1:07 PM

T2 - I see you're doing the Big Foot Tri this year!  Have you done it before?  I want to do it this year since it's so close to us (in Milwaukee)!  Hopefully Ryan finds a "real" job soon so we can afford more triathlons!

Oh, and T1, thanks for the My Cousin Vinny reference!  It made me laugh out loud during class (whoops).  My dad used to always call me and my brother the "two youts."  Oh I love my Italian family...

Courtney - Are you aiming for the IM out there eventually?  I've heard it's gorgeous.  We're hoping to take a trip out there in the next couple years! 

Any tips for core training?  I need to get back into that!  Summer is almost here, and I'll have so much more time to workout and I'M EXCITED!!!

Happy Wednesday!

tmoran80 - 2010-04-14 1:12 PM

So many variable with this but here is my 2 cents:

Core Workouts - YES - I have found that this makes such a difference in all three sports when I have kept up with my core workout.  the best I have found was actually right here called "Round The World" http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/cms/article-detail.asp?articleid=486

Strength Training - VARIES - This all depends on the program and the reps and weight used and rest between workouts.  I would suggest just doing more light weights more reps just to build and keep up the strength and not bulk. 

I lift 2 days a week and do my core workout at least twice also.  This usually comes out to 2-1/2 hours week so you are probably right about the 3 hours.

debbiereid06 - 2010-04-14 3:27 PM I have it in a word document.

Mrschach - 2010-04-14 3:54 PM Sandra....any way we can get a revised chart for our logs with Courtney?  Thanks!

corstan - 2010-04-14 6:10 PM

Here you go!

Chichitao's Mentor Group chichitao - Tim corstan - Sandra MrsChach - Meggan bassandbike - Patrick Tri.me2010 - Courtney wisprunner - Shauna RuthEleri- Ruth NRG42 - Cheri debbiereid06 - Debbie SoccerGK - Erica LockOut - Pete tmoran80 - Tim

Mrschach - 2010-04-14 6:11 PM Hey all, I need some advice on my upcoming run.  I have incredibly flat feet and need to be very careful upping my miles.  I recently got orthotics and they have been great!  I saw a huge difference within a week.  My husband's friend is a chiropactor and able to do the molding and fitting for them.  After taking the mold, he told me I have the worst feet he has ever seen.  That will just give you an idea of how bad they really are.  The guy who did them is a triathlete and a marathon runner and feels confident that I can still do what I want to do with my poor feet.  Anyway, it took me a good 2 weeks to recover from the last 10 miler I did a few weeks ago.  I have not been able to get a long run in since but feel pretty confident about the 10 miler in 2 weeks.  I know I can do it.  My concern is the recovery.  I am starting a 20 week marathon plan the beginning of July.  I need to start focusing on increasing my base between now and then.  I need a higher base than normally recommended because of my feet.  My number one goal for this year is the marathon in November.  I am afraid I will need a few weeks to fully recover and I will be losing those weeks of increasing my base.  I am registered for the run but I won't be upset if I decide to skip it.  I think the fee was $30.  I can decide a few days before so I don't need to decide right now.  What would you guys do about it?

chichitao - 2010-04-14 7:00 PM What about just taking it easy and using the upcoming 10mi run as a training day.  Maybe work on pacing and run a mile, walk a mile, or break it into half mile segments.  Kinda of treat it as an interval day.

NRG42 - 2010-04-14 11:14 AM I am doing my last 11-12 mile run tonight before my first 1/2 mary .  I need this run to go well for mm and mental well-being.  I ve had some unusual mishaps and newbie errors that have been playing with my mind.....but I am ready and so excited because the weather is beautiful and can't wait to work up a good sweat. 

Thanks!! that workout looks great. I am going to give it a try. :D
 

NRG42 - 2010-04-15 9:54 AM Hi guys,

I made my run last night, still slow but felt good .  Back up and going today will swim and tone up the core.  Very little swelling in the knees and body feel fine today. 

Thanks for all the tips and support it really did help!!!!