Eurydice79 (Magda's) Group - FULL (Page 3)

Hi Magda -

 The Danksin is a women's only Sprint triathlon in the US. I think there are about 5 or 6 all over the country. 

I'm finally back after the holidays and went and got myself a new pair of shoes today. I am starting to looking into swimming programs and just signed up for my gym's Biggest Loser Contest. Figured it was a good way to be accountable over the next couple of months.

I am trying to figure out this site and the logs and such. Hopefully you can see my log, but if not, let me know.

Wow. I guess thats what you call an ultramarathon? My hat goes off to you. Thats amazing. I don't think I'd be going much above 12.30 myself!!!

Hi Amy!

Yes I can see your logs, I left you an "inspire" yesterday, you'll notice its gone red? If you click on it you'll see my message

I love women's tris. We have an annual one here and the atmosphere is fantastic, everyone is usually super supportive. Are there any official training programs associated with yours? I did one last year and it was a big help. It usually includes coaching in all 3 disciplines, it would solve your swim problem

New shoes and Biggest Loser! Sounds like a great way to stay accountable

See you next year!!!!

Did you figure it out?

So does anyone have any good website links that list all the upcoming triathlons, searchable by region?

I'm having trouble finding ones nearby that are the distances I want to complete!

Keep training everybody! My goal this week is to get myself accustomed to running with a bag on my back (it's a proper backpack), because once university recommences next week, I'll be running to school 2x a week. Does anyone have any experience/tips running with anything on their back?

Erm ... hard for me to say because I am in a different country!!! Most states in Australia have their own triathlon organisation that coordinates everything, provides licenses etc. My state's organisation (Triathlon Western Australia) puts out a season calendar each year which I look at and pick what I want to do. Do you have a similar organisation where you are???

So, its New Years Eve. How is everyone going? What are your plans for the new year? Any New Years resolutions? (apart from lots of training of course!!!) 

My resolution is to stick with my Half Ironman training program and complete the race, which will be in just over 4 months. On a non-triathlon side (yes it does exist!) I'm planning to finish renovating the house and maybe think about starting a family later in the year. Yes that will bring a whole new set of challenges!!!

I hope you're not too sore after Pump! The intro Masters Swim class is a great idea, they'll really help you work on your technique

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Happy second day of the new year!!! Hows everyones training going? Anything to report? Any questions?

Right, I've just gone through all your logs and "inspired" all of you!

Hi Jennifer! I hope you're going OK, I haven't heard much from you since you joined and I can't see your logs either! Keep us updated

Madeleine! Hi! I haven't heard much from you either, hows things?

Good morning team! Happy Saturday! Whats on the plan? I have just done a 50k cycle

Come on team, lets get chatting! I don't want to be talking to myself here

What kind of bike do you all ride?

I have a Subzero2. Its a women's specific bike made my Avanti.

This might be obvious, but I totally did not realize just how SLOW running is in icy, cold, snowy weather. In the last few weeks, having actually recorded my time and kms run, I am consistently shocked at how high the xx min/km rate is. Oh well, at least I am getting out there, right?

 As for the bike I ride... sigh... I'm in the process of transitioning from a hybrid (!!) to a road bike. Isn't that sad? Yes, ladies and gents, I rode on a *hybrid* when I did my first triathlon. Apparently that's taboo among the elite triathletes, because I got many many MANY dirty looks and jaw-drops!

 I'm getting a proper road bike this spring. Are there any recommendations you can make? I really no VERY little about bikes (uhm... they have wheels...), I just ride them! I'm looking for a road bike that is for a female frame. 

 Keep on training, guys! I know I'm excited for my public pool to reopen after its holiday schedule!

Wow... I missed a lot of activity here!  Sorry to be MIA... we were on a week-long vacation to Orlando/Disney World!  Am home now and looking forward to getting it in gear.

Magda... will set up a training log this morning and put it in my signature.  Now I just need a plan....  Hmmmm.

 Jennifer

Okay... this is just a test message to see if the link to my training log shows up and works....

I have a GT road bike. It's my first road bike and I like it.  It wasn't too $$$ and will probably upgrade to something a little nicer if I end up loving tri's.