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Originally posted by drfoodlove

Workouts 6 & 7 in the books.

6.) 2.15mi run on the indoor track at the university. Was going for 3mi, but I just got new shoes (Brooks Dyad 8) and my left big toe went numb after <1mi. Since this hasn't ever happened to me before, I was concerned. Question for you all: How many miles/how long do you try a pair of shoes before you decide they aren't right for you? The store I where I purchased these shoes will let you return them up to 30 days after purchase, whether you have worn them or not (in fact, they encourage you to wear them several times to see if you like them). If they aren't going to be good, I'll return, but I don't want to jump the gun.

7.) 1150 yds in the pool. I got to try out some of my new gear that I got for Christmas, including pull buoy, kickboard, and swim fins. Of course, I've used the buoy and kickboard before, as the gym has several you can borrow, but the swim fins made me go fast on the kick sets--I like going fast!

Hope everyone is having a great day of training!

Originally posted by Smiley9188

I just figured out how to use this forum, my apologies for joining then being silent. So I've been working out and have an indoor tri next weekend. It's a 10 minute swim, 30 minute guided spin and 20 minute run. Feels like a mini sprint to me. So, has anyone done an indoor tri before? I have a 10 minute transition that I'm hoping to change from my suit to dry clothes. Is that enough time? Anyone have tips?

Also, while I'm not training hard right now I'm staving lately. Aside from hard boiled eggs what are some good protein packed, non processed snacks that you eat?

Oh! And I bought some goo for next weekend. I've never used it. Should I try it out before the race day? I'm freaked out about eating that stuff- after all, it's called goo... Or just give it a go race day if I feel low fuel and hope I don't vomit?

I Swam a strong 20 minutes tonight. Up at 6am for a 3 mile treadmill run tomorrow morning, sadly this will be my first indoor Thursday morning run of the winter but the feels like temps where I am are expected to be -16. Too cold for outside running.

Originally posted by sandishr

I've been keeping up with my goals. I did intend to bike one extra day this week that I've had to miss just because the day crept away from me, but honestly I've been walking so much (over 35 miles a week) I'm okay with it. I am determined to get on the bike tonight though. Keeping up with the running, and am building endurance there so I'm happy with that.

And fortunately, the renewed focus on the exercise is definitely starting to show on the scale and mirror. It hasn't been that long, but the gain happened really quickly so I think my body just knows where it's supposed to be. I feel better just two weeks into this. A huge help is that I work off my stress through exercise, so overall I'm in a way better place than this time last month.

Originally posted by b2b14

too much going on to comment on everything. I have had a long week and have not been on here at all. skipped one run this week to have an extra day of rest, The others were on the treadmill as a cold front moved in and its in the teens. Managed to tweek a muscle in my shoulder running (not sure how that happens). Using a lax ball to get it worked out. Had to have my 920 replaced b/c it keeps turning off mid run, and not turning on at times. It is fully charged. A little over a week till my first Half Marathon.

Originally posted by Jeakins

I am totally in for the weight loss challenge. I am tracking and working towards weight loss anyway why not join. Holidays officially ended for me on Monday so that is my first weigh in day.

5-Jan-15 254 lb
Goal 8-Jan-15 252 lb

Today: 9-Jan-15 249 lb (I missed the weigh in yesterday)
On track this week let's keep it up.

I call the astounding success of the week for weight loss the “Beer Bloat”. LOL That is all the beer I consumed over the holidays is quickly being lost but I don’t expect this type of result every week. I will need to keep working hard at it. Especially as I approach my best weight last year of 240 lb. I seem the last few years of trying this to always falter between 230 & 240. This is a new year and it won’t happen this year! (if I say it enough and loud enough I will believe than it can happen)

Goal
15-Aug-15 190 lb (2 lb/week)

Very busy week for workouts! 1000 m in the pool, 1.5 hrs (22 km) on the bike trainer, 6.6 km running and 32 min of strength training.

Someone asked about high protein snacks. Something that my wife does is she makes a smoothie. She uses plain Greek yogurt (high protein, low fat and sugar), milk, ½-1 banana, and your favorite fresh or frozen fruit. Blend in a blender or using an inversion blender. If you want a lower cal option you can use almond milk instead of regular milk but the protein will be less. And careful on how much fruit you put in because you are adding favour but lots of sugar if you aren’t careful with things like strawberries. I was very skeptical at first as I am not a fan of plain Greek yogurt but it is actually very good. She drinks one most mornings as her breakfast.

Originally posted by Qua17


Way to get it done! 35 miles per week of walking is incredible and kudos on the weight loss! What are your plans for the weekend?

Originally posted by drfoodlove

Workouts 6 & 7 in the books.

6.) 2.15mi run on the indoor track at the university. Was going for 3mi, but I just got new shoes (Brooks Dyad 8) and my left big toe went numb after <1mi. Since this hasn't ever happened to me before, I was concerned. Question for you all: How many miles/how long do you try a pair of shoes before you decide they aren't right for you? The store I where I purchased these shoes will let you return them up to 30 days after purchase, whether you have worn them or not (in fact, they encourage you to wear them several times to see if you like them). If they aren't going to be good, I'll return, but I don't want to jump the gun.

7.) 1150 yds in the pool. I got to try out some of my new gear that I got for Christmas, including pull buoy, kickboard, and swim fins. Of course, I've used the buoy and kickboard before, as the gym has several you can borrow, but the swim fins made me go fast on the kick sets--I like going fast!

Hope everyone is having a great day of training!

Originally posted by cwpeters

I think I earned a CLP yesterday. I had to cover a boys soccer game, in addition to teaching I am also an Athletic Trainer and provide medical coverage to our student athletes. I know it's a weak excuse, but after sitting in 40 degree weather for 3 hours, all I wanted to do was hop in the hot tub. So I "switched" my off day. May have to sub an old Bud Light until I can pick up a pack of punishment beer.

Tonight I refereed my oldest son's basketball game and rearranged my boy's playroom so I can set up the bike trainer. I'm heading in there now for a 30 minute spin.

Chris

Originally posted by justinfss

Fell off the wagon a bit since my first swim, Ill be swimming in a bathtub full of CL soon.

Got to get back on track!

-17 degrees celcius here today.....wooo hoooo

Originally posted by drfoodlove

The promised bio

Name: Gretchen

Demographics: 35yo, married, female, live in southern Illinois

Back story: Saw triathlon in the 2012 Olympics and thought it sounded cool, decided to give training a try to expand on an existing weight loss/workout program. Trained inconsistently through winter 2012, all 2013 and all 2014. First races in 2014.

2014 Races: Wood River Sprint Triathlon--goal was to finish and not die--accomplished! Second Tri was called the "Trail of Tears" Tri in Cape Girardeau, MO, also a sprint. It took me 2:45min--I was DFL. The name is apparently both a historical reference to the bike path (parts are on the road that was built over part of the Trail of Tears) and also a commentary on the bike course. It was just brutal.

2015 Races: I want to bump up to Oly distance this year. I plan repeat the two races I did in 2014. WR I did with my sister, and it was just fun to have our family cheering us on--it is close to where my folks live. TOT--I want vengeance!! I also want to add another early season race in April/early May and a sprint in early July to keep me honest and training. The Oly I have picked is in mid-September.

Complications: I travel a lot for work. I spend weeks at a time in the middle of the desert in Middle Egypt. There is no possibility of either swimming or biking while there. On my last trip in Nov/Dec I managed to run 52miles in the month along the stretch of road visible to the guards in front of our dig house. It is pretty easy to run (flat, straight), but takes a significant amount of mental toughness to endure the pointing and questions from the locals who think I'm crazy for running back and forth day after day (and also, you have to watch for the donkey poop!).

2015 Goals: Consistency is a big problem for me. I do great for a while, but then my schedule gets thrown off and I have huge gaps between workouts. This year my goals are set so they are relatively easy to attain, but will require consistent work throughout the year.
1.) 400 workouts of at least 30 minutes (most will be s/b/r, but I intentionally left it open to allow for some spontaneity and variety)
2.) Run 600 miles; Bike 1000 miles; Swim 100 miles
3.) Olympic Distance Race

Beer: Right now I'm eight days into Dryanuary (no alcohol in January). Generally, I'm a dark beer kind of woman. I like porters and stouts the best, but I have to say a nice fruity beer every now and then does go down well, especially on a hot day. I'm also a big bourbon drinker.

Originally posted by justinfss

Fell off the wagon a bit since my first swim, Ill be swimming in a bathtub full of CL soon.

Got to get back on track!

-17 degrees celcius here today.....wooo hoooo