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I'm Baaackkk!!! Guess Whaaaat? I got 1st Place Female First Timer and was 2nd Overall First Timer! My time was 1:35:05! Take it there were only 7 1st timers and 47 racers but I had a blast! It was actually a perfect morning. The pool was about 67 or 68 degrees and they had us line up according to what color swim cap and estimated time of swim. I told them I was a 10 minute because I didn't know when I signed up. So I jump in and get right to it and would you believe that I started passing people, 6 in all. Well that boosted my confidence right there. Got to the end, climbed the ladder and headed to T1, ripping off my wetsuit, and then WHOA, I got alittle light headed but pushed thru, put on socks, cycling shoes, etc....got on the bike smooth no issues. I wasn't even cold which I thought I would be and decided against a light jacket. It was a beautiful ride and I felt good until mile 12 when I was getting my GU out and I got a massive cramp or knot in my left rib. Might of been how I was angled, so I just started to massage it and it went away. Then it was game on 3 more miles let's go! Got to T2 and Hello JELLO LEGS, yeah I never quite got the chance to experience the full effect until now.lol. Boy trying to get your running shoes on numb feet can be quite challenging! Okay let the run begin! I did not feel my feet until after the first mile and then I was like "okay I got this" and next thing you know I see the Finish! Wow what an experience! Everyone was SUPER nice, and always looking to help with questions or concerns. Well now I know what I have to do for my Oly in a month! TRAIN! TRAIN!TRAIN!:0)

Thanks Again everyone for the well wishes and Talk to you later!

Courtney,

1st place female 1st timer?!  Awesome job, congratulations!

Brian

Good job Courtney!  First tri and you're bringing home the hardware!

I learned an important lesson on our 100 miler this weekend.  Be sure when wearting compression sleves on your calves and bike shorts to put sunscreen on that small area between the two (the knee). 

Got in the show this morning and YOW!  Back of my knee is lobster red.

Congratulations Courtney on your finish...that is awesome!

I had a decent end of the week workout and weekend.  Last Wednesday I had a swim workout that just felt like I was swimming in quick sand.  Time was not bad, just felt sluggish.  Then on Friday's swim, it was the best I have felt.  Completed 1200 yds in 23 min.

On Saturday I went out and rode the farthest I have to date.  Had an absolute blast.  I covered 30.1 miles in 2:02:00.  It was pretty windy the whole day, so that was a challenge.  Felt like most of the ride was either into the wind or a crosswind.  I was fatigue when I finished, but it felt great!

I got in another 1200 yds in the pool this morning.  That 5:30 am start was tough to adjust to with the time change.  Body kept telling me it was only 4:30 am.

This coming Sunday is my half marathon in Cary, NC.  This is the Tobacco Road Half.  I am not the fastest in the world but I would like to try and break 2:20 for the first time.  I will be interested to see how the cycling and swimming will aid in my endurance.

I did have a grea questions for the group.  I want to find a good deal on some tri shorts.  I see prices all over the place.  What recommendations would you have for me?  Looking for an XL size.

Thanks

Tri shorts are very personal.  You really have to try them before you'll know if oyu like them.  That being said I am partial to CW-X brand.  Kind of an unknown by my local running store carries them.  Price is right (About $50-60) and I think they are very comfortable.  I too am an XL (or XXL depending on the brand)

http://cw-x.com/ExploreProducts.aspx?gender=mens&product=tights&by=activity&sub=cycleTriathlon

Well my wife did it with me and I a bit faster than here, but was not going to let her ride out there alone so I did not push it as hard as I could.  We made a deal that I'd pull the entire way to give me a bit more of a workout.  Little did I know it was going to be a a headwind the entire way

So we ended up avg 15 with stops.  When moving we were probably going 17-18, a bit less when the win picked up.  Probably spent a bit more time at the stops that we would normally too.

We did practice hydration and nutrition and did a good job there.  Learned a few things too (it's easy to drink too much when it's not hot out)
We're looking for another one in late April or late May (after St As) if anyone has any suggestions.  After that one we are going to tack on a 6-7 mile run.

Thanks Roy, Brian, Sean, and Brett!!!! I don't know if you thought about looking on the BT Classified's for some Tri shorts, you might want new. I agree to try them on, I tried on 5 different pairs before one was comfortable on and comfortable on the wallet. I did find them 30% off though, you might be able to find some of last season's gear discounted. So I am looking into some Zoot running Tri shoes, because it was a pain trying to put on socks and I know for sure I could save alot of time( i.e. trying to balance to put on socks) in the transitions with out them. Any of you go sock-less? Feet First has some Zoot's on clearance and with a coupon I can get them for $68. Did I mention I like Sales and Clearance!

Anyway Good Luck this weekend Brett!!!! Nice job on your 1200yd swim! I hope to get there soon!

Yeah Sean I know what you mean about forgetting to apply sunscreen, etc....  I forgot to put chapstick on my lips for the bike and they are feeling windburn! You better believe it WILL be added to the bike bag! have a great day!

Good afternoon group,

Training is going well.  My saturday ride went great, averaged 17mi/hr.  I think I have come to realize that building speed may take years, but I am OK with that because I think I am in it for the long haul.

This week is the end of the second build phase for me.

I tested my Achilles this morning on a 2mi. run and I had very slight discomfort.  I hope I am out of the woods.  Tonight I am going to the pool to get a quick 1500 in and test my new tri top.

Question:  I think I am going to repeat this last build phase for the run because of the achilles injury. I have two peak weeks built into the program, so I can at least get the last one.  Barring a higher degree of discomfort, Is my thinking correct or should I go back to the first month and not worry about the peak?

BTW this is the second week of missed runs for the program. 1) Blizzard 2)Injury

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Good luck this weekend Brett.

Happy training all,

Brian

Roy,

Thanks for the reply.  I did a little longer run this morning and experienced slightly more pain than on tuesday.  I used the "dixie cup" icing method after stretching and it seemed to help.  As it stand now I think it might be prudent to take another week off, and add some extra swim and bike.  The sprint is only a 2mi run so I am not too concerned about making that distance, I am just not sure if I can build back up to the oly distance by June, if I have to take many more weeks off.  If that is the case I guess I will have to force myself to walk some of it.

Brian

Hey Brian,

Have you thought about an ankle brace to run in? The reason I am asking is that I have had some issues with my achilles area since Oct and it is getting better, but when I was at my Tri getting my after race massage (I know awesome right?) I asked her if she thought that  my pain was from a pull or strain in my achilles. She said she would be able to tell by the tendon being stringy or something and she also said that I don't have a strain or pull, but just needed to get an ankle brace and do calf raises to strengthen the ankle. So that's what I am doing and actually my ankle doesn't hurt with the brace on running. BTW I am not a doctor just what is working for me.:0)

Roy, Haahaa--- Just doing my part to keep y'all on your toes!!!! Profile Pic Wars! lol

Had a good swim this morning, got a late start so could only do 1800 yds 35 minutes. I will be going for a little run tonight with some ab work thrown in.

Have a Great Night!

Nice to see new profile Pics finally! Haahaa!

Tomorrow will be my rest day, and I will do my long run on Sunday.

Good Luck on your Marathon Brett!!!!!

Roy good luck with the swim meet.

Everyone please have a Great weekend!

Roy,

Thanks for the personal insight.  The last few days have been nearly pain free, but I htink that I am going to play it safe and take next week off from running.

Courtney,

Thanks for the advice.  What type and brand of brace do you have?  That post race massage sounds great. 

Brett,

Good luck on the marathon!

Training:

Luckily this week was a recovery week because life got in the way of a short bike and a short swim.  I am feeling a little out of it because this is the first week that I have missed out on either of them in a few months and this week I missed both of them.  I will, however, get in a good ride on Saturday.

BTW you guys are killing me with all the cool race profile pics.

Happy training,

Brian

Brian I got it at Walgreens, Made by Ace. Ankle Brace- Ultra Light- provides support and stability for a weak or injured ankle. Guess what it was on sale! Originally $27.99 reduced to $6.99. Look around I am sure CVS, Target, Walmart carry them too.

Don't worry Brian you will have some cool pics soon!!!!:0)

Yesterday was a 1:45 ride (went out too fast with the A group and paid the price..ouch)

Today was a 1:30 run. At 1PM.  In Florida.  When will I learn?  And it's not even full on summer yet.  Another ouch.