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 2004-03-06 7:09 PM |
 Coeur d'Alene, ID |  Subject: Hello, My Name Is:Well, one of my friends decided last week she wants to do a 1/2 Triathlon in August. Foolishly, I agreed to train with her. I went looking for a plan, came across this site and here I am.:-O I have no background in anything except sitting on the couch thinking it would be a great idea to go do something, but I'm excited to try. |
| 2004-03-06 7:27 PM in reply to: #10907 |
Veteran  230  Sydney | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: hey Kristin, good stuff - im sure you'll be a triathlon fanatic in no time aidan  |
| 2004-03-06 7:31 PM in reply to: #10907 |
Champion 8903    | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: Well you've taken the first steps, by agreeing to train, so you're already 1 step ahead of the couch sitters! Any time you need motivation, just ask...sounds to me though like you got the right attitude and that's the best thing to have! Let us know how things go. Max |
| 2004-03-06 8:16 PM in reply to: #10907 |
Extreme Veteran 465 Epworth. Iowa | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: Welcome to the site - there are some great programs here and training with a friend will help you stay motivated. GREAT decision! Keep checking in. |
| 2004-03-06 8:21 PM in reply to: #10907 |
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| 2004-03-06 10:38 PM in reply to: #10907 |
| Veteran 285 Keller, TX | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: welcome to the site - both doing tri's and this site can be addictive! Lots of good information here and loads of people who want to help. Good luck with your training. T |
| 2004-03-07 1:20 AM in reply to: #10907 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: snikpos By 1/2 I mean the 1.something mile swim, 50 mile bike and 13 mile run. |
| 2004-03-07 4:05 AM in reply to: #10907 |
Extreme Veteran 406 Boise Idaho | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: ahhh.. the half IronMan! that is a biggy for your first! You will do great! welcome to the team! Jack. |
| 2004-03-07 10:08 AM in reply to: #10907 |
| Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: Welcome to the board -- glad you found us -- and you will be too. Ummm -- yeah, 1/2 Ironman is a biggie. You might want to learn about the other options -- like the Sprint distance Tri, or the Olympic distance (which I think is shorter than the 1/2 also) for your first try at a tri. Have fun. |
| 2004-03-07 8:46 PM in reply to: #10907 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: I know I might not be able to get there by August, but at least I'll be 6 months of training closer to it than I am now. |
| 2004-03-07 8:57 PM in reply to: #10907 |
| Central Louisiana | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: Welcome to the T-Spot and I am sure you will do fine! |
| 2004-03-08 7:35 AM in reply to: #10907 |
Champion 4902 Ottawa, Ontario | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: Hi, and welcome to the board. I applaud your determination to go from the couch to a 1/2 Iron Man triathlon. You have 6 months to prepare and in my very humble opinion, you can very well do it. Start by being truthfull to yourself in assessing your fitness level. Ask you physician for a complete physical to ensure that you won't run into any problems. Next, if you get the go-ahead from your doctor, find a good training schedule ... like the one for the 1/2 IM at the home page: http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/Scott%20Herrick/halfim/preparing_... Ask as many questions as possible; no question is too trivial or too "dumb". Remember that we are also beginners! For swimming, if you do not know the proper techniques, find a coach or a swim team member who can show you the basics. For cycling, learn to spin and how to use your gears effectively. And for the running, get a good pair of running shoes. |
| 2004-03-08 7:56 AM in reply to: #10907 |
Veteran 126 Pittsburgh, PA | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: Welcome Kristin! This is a great site. You'll find lots of great information, help & support. I was once a major couch potato also. Thanks to this site, I'm well on my way to doing my first tri! |
| 2004-03-08 12:08 PM in reply to: #10907 |
Master 1927 Chicago | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: Welcome aboard and good luck! |
| 2004-03-08 4:28 PM in reply to: #10907 |
Master 2346 Dayton, Minnesota Bronze member | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: |
| 2004-03-08 6:22 PM in reply to: #10907 |
Master 1902 Berkeley, CA | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: |
| 2004-03-08 7:16 PM in reply to: #10907 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: I'm assuming it's the Coeur d'Alene Tri, but I don't know for sure. I didn't want too many details. It sounds dumb, but the less I know about the actual event, the better. At least for now. |
 2004-03-08 10:25 PM in reply to: #10907 |
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| 2004-03-08 10:27 PM in reply to: #10907 |
| Veteran 319 Illinois | Subject: RE: Hello, My Name Is: superrad - 2004-03-06 9:09 PM Foolishly, I agreed to train with her. I went looking for a plan, came across this site QUOTE] I say, you're pretty smart for a fool! congratulations on your hardest step forward... the decision to do it! It helps a lot having a buddy for motivation! Lots of luck and welcome to the site! Milly |
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