Beer Drinker Appreciation Society - Closed (Page 95)

I've got 2 more positives to add to your list: 1) The 6" of snow warning should keep you out of a speedo for a few more weeks.  Amen to that!  2) What about the beer - that's gotta be a positive!

Come back to Florida? Snow problem solved.

Hey Ally and Alex - Nice work and welcome back to one-derland!  Must be all that spinach you eat for breakfast... I've got my eye on 180 - and have made it my goal to get there by the end of the month... You guys are my inspiration.

I took an extended leave of absence.  Still nursing my hip.  Feels a lot like arthritis/chronic annoying pain.  Got back out this morning for a jog warm up and some easy sprints.  threw some push ups and sit ups in.  I just wanted to get a workout in.  I woke up before 7:00 the first time in a long time.  Felt good.  Tomorrow, I'm hoping to get a ride in, if the weather is warm enough.  No marathons or HIM's planned anytime soon, I'm just going to tri to maintain a good base in all 3 and throw in some strength training as well. 

Will the BDAS let me back in?

Welcome back Kevin.  I do believe the rule is you MUST drink a fruity beer to be redeemed  Glad to have you back.

welcome back Kevin. Good idea to chill a little on the hip and mix things up. I am pretty much doing the same.

Crossfit continues to go well. I am impressed that it is not totally killing me. Training for a HIM has really gotten me in pretty good cardiovasular shape. I did jump rope for the first time in a year last night and it was fairly easy and much different than one year ago. Felt good. I am enjoying the total body workouts with less running mileage. (still running to/back from Crossfit to get in a little running).

6" of snow never happened so speedo is back on, pictures to follow...

Mmm, beer!

Weather is actually looking up for the weekend. Going to try for my firs outside ride of the year this weekend!!

Come on home,(only cuz you are a hawks fan!)

May I suggest a few sprint or Oly triathlons? Much easier to train for and alot of fun! 

Great to have you back!  It's not bad to take a leave of absence every now and then.  

Ha our weather is looking psychotic we had a record 97 degree day today, and are under a freeze watch for tomorrow.  Supposed to get cold and windy tomorrow evening and only a high of 50s on Thursday!  Gotta love NM springtime!  

I was gonna be all mushy like Cynthia... but I've got to say I like Alex's idea better  Maybe a nice blueberry wheat

Topic of the week - transitions.  There are a tons of facets that we could focus on - but lets start with this:

How and when do you practice your transitions?

Its always my goal to practice my transitions after my long workouts in the weeks before each tri with the goal of simulating making things happen when I am tired but I never seem to make that happen.  So, I usually practice the week before the race and I usually end up cursing myself for not starting sooner.

I had such a nice day triathlon-wise... Made it to the gym and decided that I just couldn't do another workout on the trainer.  So, I asked around and found a trail to run on that took me over to the local high school.  As I was running around the school trying to kill time before heading back to the gym - I discovered 125 acres of preserved land filled with amazing running paths.  So awesome. After the workout - I made it back to the gym and got in 800 in the pool.  

To celebrate I enjoyed a burger at The Yardhouse and washed it all down with a Harpoon IPA and a Allagash White... Mmm. so good!

Tomorrow yoga and a recovery ride.

I am happy with what Crossfit is doing for my hip flexors, glutes and core. These are my neglected areas.

Transitions. I practice them during the race after I swim and bike.

I do draw a picture of how I want things set up as well as my check list. I put this in a zip lock bag and use it to set things up exactly as I need to race morning. 

Well poopie flavored lolly pops.  The weather is horrible and pool is closed.  Can't do strength since I did that yesterday.  Guess it's a perfect day to use for a rest day.  My body can probably use it anyways.  I'll just push my workouts back one day and be back on track come Monday.

Burd - 2013-05-01 10:53 AM Do I keep my doctor appointment for Tuesday?  My knees don't hurt but every so often I think they are tender but not quite sure.  The main thing he's checking for is to see if it's still swollen.  Also the new issue I was going to ask him about.  I think it was from overuse on the bike and from supporting all my weight when I was off the other one.  The tightness and pain is all but gone.  I still have a full week left before the appointment but I'm kind of scared to go in.  Do I push it back one more week or am I just scared he may say no running?  I could use some advise on this since I would need to call and cancel before it gets any closer. HELP!!! 

Provided it isn't going to cost a fortune, go ahead with it.  The doctor may spot an issue, or may tell you it's nothing, or over-use, or something along those lines.  Any time I have had a strain or other issues, I always make sure to rest at least a few days beyond when it feels 100%, to ensure that I don't make it any worse.  Better to know now, and spend a few days off, then to make it worse and spend a few months off.

x2 

While she may not be into running 18 miles - I know she loves a good fruit beer

Burd - 2013-05-01 10:53 AM Do I keep my doctor appointment for Tuesday?  My knees don't hurt but every so often I think they are tender but not quite sure.  The main thing he's checking for is to see if it's still swollen.  Also the new issue I was going to ask him about.  I think it was from overuse on the bike and from supporting all my weight when I was off the other one.  The tightness and pain is all but gone.  I still have a full week left before the appointment but I'm kind of scared to go in.  Do I push it back one more week or am I just scared he may say no running?  I could use some advise on this since I would need to call and cancel before it gets any closer. HELP!!! 

I think you should keep the appointment.  Here's why:

If your knee is fine - He will tell you and you will feel a lot less concerned
If your knee is fine but he worries that you might reinjure it - he can tell you what and what not to do to avoid future injury.
If your knee isn't fine, he can tell you what you can do to get better and he can also give you a sense of what you can do in the interim to stay in shape.

Plus - you might be a good boy and get a lollipop (beer flavored of course!)