login
Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP!
-
No new posts
 2008-06-11 2:54 AM |
Member 28  Cape Girardeau |  Subject: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP!Hello! I am ElizaBeth Sparks from MO. I am a good athlete, having played several sports very competitively over the years and gave up scholarships to get into the Army. Like I said, I am in the Army and almost every time I max-out and go above on our PT test(Physical fitness test that includes running, push-ups, and sit-ups). I love to run, bike, and swim, with work needed on swimming mechanics, but I have never competitively done the 3 sports at one time. I work out consistently, but recently wanted to turn my workouts into training. I have been trying to read and soak up as much information on the Tri-sport as I can. However, as always, there is so much out there I tend to get a little lost on what level I think I should start at and where to go from there to make my training efficient. So that is where I need some help. My other issue is that I am currently in Iraq serving as Military Police. I will be here until the end of Feb. We are lucky enough to be on a small base with a gym, but not anywhere outside to run or bike and definitely nowhere to swim. I make the time for working out, getting up at 430am everyday but my off day, before breakfast and mission time. I do a mix of running and biking, as well as weights throughout the week. A few things about me that might be useful to help me: PLEASE, if there is anyone out there that would be willing to take some time out to help me I would GREATLY appreciate it! Thank you,
|
| 2008-06-11 8:59 PM in reply to: #1458804 |
Elite 3067  Cheesehead, WI | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! Hi ElizaBeth (my sister's name too!) -Welcome to BT! You'll find tons of helpful peeps here and there are loads of plans right here to choose from for training. You sound like you're in excellent condition - 44 or lower hr?! Wow! I wish I had the sense to get in better shape at your age. And by the way, THANK YOU! I know life can't be easy in Iraq but know that you've got peeps back here supporting you guys/gals. |
Ask any questions you'd like or search the forums too.| 2008-06-14 7:21 PM in reply to: #1458804 |
Veteran 168 Washington , MO | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! Hi Elizabeth..../wave.... hope you and the other troops are holding up OK over there. As stated above there are programs on this very website that should suit your ability and distance race your interested in trying. There are many knowledgeable folks on here, so just ask away with any questions you have and your sure to get some great advice. Best of luck with your training and stay safe. Get home to MO ASAP! There are triathlons awaiting |
| 2008-06-22 1:14 PM in reply to: #1461305 |
| Member 28 Cape Girardeau | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! Thank you for replying to my message. I haven't been able to get on lately because our internet here is very random. I was wondering if you could explain a few things to me and give some advice. I looked through several of the training plans based on where I thought my abilities stand, how much time I have a week, and how much I have already been doing. I really liked the 20 week HIM program. But I was wondering if, since I will be here until end of Feb, if I should start with the olympic 2x or 3x, or even the olympic/HIM crossover, since I won't be able to do any kind of races until march or april. Or can I start one of the later programs until it sort of fits to the beginning of the HIM, and then start the HIM? Another question, obviously I don't have a pool. So how do you recommend me do training for that? I have been doing some workouts that target the major muscles for swimming, but is that helpful or effecient until I get home and can swim? I am sorry if these questions make me seem completely ignorant on the subject. I guess I actually am to a point, but not to overall training. I just don't want to do something that I think is right, just to find out later that it was very ineffecient and didn't help me get to my goals. I appreciate your time greatly, ElizaBeth -- and thank you for the kind thoughts for us over here!! =) |
| 2008-06-23 5:21 PM in reply to: #1458804 |
Elite 3067 Cheesehead, WI | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! You can do weight training to increase your lats for swimming as well as your triceps. Overall cardio endurance is great for swimming too. Maybe until you begin to ramp up for a 1/2, do the Oly/or less to stay in shape so as not to burn out. You may want to post in triathlon chat too for more insight from those who've done long distances and/or have been unable to train in a pool etc.. |
| 2008-06-30 10:08 AM in reply to: #1484512 |
| Member 28 Cape Girardeau | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! ok... Thank you! That is what I was thinking and had been doing. I was just wanting to make sure I was on the right track. I will post in the other forum that you said. ElizaBeth |
| 2008-06-30 8:11 PM in reply to: #1458804 |
Expert 936 Springfield, MO | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! Welcome Elizabeth. Good Luck and Have Fun with triathlon and Thanks! btw, when you get somewhere you can swim check out http://www.totalimmersion.net/ |
| 2008-07-27 8:43 PM in reply to: #1458804 |
New user 14 | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! Hello Elizabeth, I too am a Military Police soldier from MO. MO Army National Guard. Anyway, Im really new to the sport, however I always support the troops. If there is anyhting I can send, send me a pm and I will try to get it to you. Be safe and watch yourself. Troy Green |
| 2008-09-13 12:18 AM in reply to: #1458804 |
Veteran 184 Ft. Leonard Wood, MO | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! I know how you feel. I am also from Missouri, stationed in Germany, but currently serving in Iraq. I have basically tailored my training to the duathlon, but added some weight training to strengthen the upper body for starting my swim training when I get back. I just started so we'll so how it works out once I do get back to a pool. Good luck with you're training. You're past the halfway mark till you get home. Stay safe. |
| 2009-01-27 11:12 AM in reply to: #1563242 |
| Member 28 Cape Girardeau | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! Hey... I know this is pretty delayed, but we got really busy, AND I lost my password. Anyway, I wanted to ask you what MP unit you are in. I am in the 1137th, but over here with the 1175th(with some 1138th and 1139th mixed in as well.) |
| 2009-02-04 3:00 PM in reply to: #1931527 |
Veteran 184 Ft. Leonard Wood, MO | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! I was with the 2d Stryker Cavalry Regiment. We are back in Germany since the end of October though. How is the training coming along? |
| 2009-04-09 3:16 PM in reply to: #1945694 |
| Member 28 Cape Girardeau | Subject: RE: Good Athlete new to Tri... but in Iraq.. HELP! Hi, I have been back in the states for a month now! I have recovered from ankle and hip-flexor injuries and have been able to start actual training again. It is going well, actually. I appreciate you asking. I ran a half-marathon the second week back, a 5k last weekend, and a 5k the Saturday. I have an Xterra the following weekend in Memphis, TN and 3 other races this month. I was able to get a tri bike and MTB after a week being home. I have been on leave, so I have had plenty of time to train... and I am loving it! Now, if this rain would go away, or at least not be so random. haha |
|
|
|
View profile
Add to friends
Go to training log
Go to race log
Send a message
View album
CONNECT WITH FACEBOOK