Todd's Tri Turtles - (Beginners, Sprint, 5K, 10K) - CLOSED (Page 9)

As far as I know of, no there is no restriction. However while doing the backstroke it will get hard to stay on course and not make contact with people. When I'm tired during a swim I will often roll onto my side with my arm that is in the water fully extended foward and my other arm held loosley agaist my side. Then I can softly kick my feet so I can rest while maintaining some forward motion and still stay on course. Hope this helps.

Beth

No fear!!

No restrictions that I know of but to be honest with you there were a couple backstrokers in my tri that quite literally ran over me because they didn't see me which terrified both of us. It wasn't pretty. I flipped to my back to breathe in my first OWS and kicked but didn't use my arms. I also was told by some veterans to learn breastroke and that has helped tremendously. I'm not great at it but the motion allows me to calm down, sight better and take some breaths. 

iamDawnAnderson - 2013-05-11 11:26 PM Did my first 5K tonight (GLOWRun). Good, silly times were had by all! Couldn't run/walk as much as I wanted since most of the path was big gravel. Completed in 50:03. Now I have a starting point to work with

Dawn, glad to hear that you had a good time and you can't beat having a good time and still getting in a workout.

Mike, I can't speak to the brand, but an 8 speed does not give you a very extended choice of gears.  I know it does not matter but the other thing to take into consideration if the resale value of the two.  I am sure that the Specialized with have a much higher value when you go to sell it.  The most important thing those as I mentioned before is FIT.  I do like the fact thought that you plan to purchase from a LBS.  You got to know what you want and like becuase you have to ride it.  I will say however though that if you rush to purchase something just to have it, you will likely want something else much quicker. 

Kara, glad to hear that you are alright after your first spill.  Also that Zombie run is one of the cooler ones that I have heard of.  Sounds like a good time.

Corbet,

sorry to hear that she is still fighting the fight.  Don't worry about the workouts right now, take care of family.  The workouts will be there when she gets better and we will be here all the way through it with you.  Prays sent for her speedy recovery.

Kara, as Beth said there are no rules against what stroke you chose to use.  As she stated though the backstroke would likely be the toughest to use and still be on the right line.  Most peopel will switch to a breast stroke because you can breath easier and still see everything in front of you.

Now that I have commented on just about everything,  Happy Mother's Day to all the mother's in the group.

Second, we made it through the first week and still seem to be intact, some are posting more than others but everyone seems to be staying involved one way or the other.  Remember to LOG YOUR WORKOUTS.

First Challenge for the Group,

Do something log able for at least fifteen minutes, 5 of the 7 days this upcoming week.  Try to make at least three of the five, one of the three tri disciplines.  The days can be walking, bowling, archery, strength, whatever you wish, just do at least fifteen minutes five days this week, and LOG IT (you will find a list of Sports in the Training log to chose from).  This will help you get use to doing something active on a regular bases (developing a routine) and will get you in the habit of logging.

I appreciate the info as buying a bike, within a budget, is a giant pain in the . I pretty much have $500 to spend on the bike. Ive been to most of the LBS here in the area and they don't have any name brand bikes in the price range new or used.

Craigslist and eBay seem to be a complete waste as very few entry model bikes are available, so it seems. Ideally I'd be able to find at least a 20 speed bike, that fits and is within my budget. I am to beginning to take the stance of if it fits and is withing my budget I can deal with a 16 speed.

It's not that I am in a rush I just don't like to wait. Lol.

The LBS said that I can trade in any bike bought, within two years, for 50% what I paid. Not sure if that is a great deal, but I know with an "off brand" thats about the best I can do.

I did ride a Specialized Aleez Elite and it was great.... for $1100

I'm glad you asked this question! I was wondering the same thing. I am taking my first swim lesson this evening and I'd imagine we will concentrate on the front crawl.

Corbet honesty is very important in this group,

You say that she was out in front of you, but the evidence in the photograph clearly shows that you used her as a color shield.  You should be ashamed

Ha ha cute pic Corbet but i agree you used the kid as a shield - shame on you 

Rennay, sorry for yalls lose and to hear about your injury.  Take care of family and heal up. 

 So it’s my turn to brag in the group here.

 For the past several months I’ve been stuck at a plateau
with the weights. I know that a lot of people don’t lift here but I enjoy it
and it helps me with my job. Anyway a few days ago I was able to bust through
my limit and knocked the workout out of the park! Then I did it again the next
day, and again today!!! I’m so happy I’ve not only improved my overall strength
but also can now safety move up a weight set.  Ok and on a related note I love it when new
guys take a double take when they see me lift (I bench 115 lbs and squat 200
lbs).

Beth