Ersmith29's Group - CLOSED (Page 2)

Hi Emily,  I'd like to join the group as well.  Hoping there's still room!

NAME: Carolina

STORY:  Completely new to doing tris - or any organized races, for that matter.  Watched some close friend finish the Nation's Tri in September and decided I'd like to give it a try.  I've already started committing myself to races, to hold myself accountable, but will absolutely need advice, help and motivation.

CURRENT TRAINING: To date have been doing spin classes and short runs, but am signing up for swim lessons and a local running group, both beginning in early January.

2010 RACES:  Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run (April, 2010), Capital of Texas Triathlon - Sprint (May 2010), PanMass Challenge (August 2010) and possibly UVM Triathlon (June 2010) and Nation's Triathlon (September 2010). 


WEIGHT LOSS:  Realistically, looking to lose about 20-30 lbs.

Hi!  I really hope this group is still open because it feels like a great fit!

STORY: I got into working out after the birth of my second baby in 2006 logging in at least an hour of cardio/resistance training six times a week and maintained a very fit bod.  I primarily work out in my basement with videos from Beachbody to include just about anything from Chalene Johnson and Tony Horton. Fast forward to the present (12 weeks post baby #3) and I find myself 20 pounds overweight and having a tough time getting back into my pre-baby workout routine because after each workout my joints simply feel over taxed.  Last summer when I was pregnant I had a couple of friends who did the Danskin tri.  I was itching to join them, but clearly not the time.  This year I'm determined to go for it.  I feel the need to do something completely different and hope training and completing a race will provide a great sense of accomplishment.  I have never biked, swam, and frankly have failed at running in the past.  I'm hoping that I will thrive with the low impact nature of the swimming and biking.  I'm also hopeful that if I go about it properly I will be able to run.  I have no idea where to start with training because I don't seem to fit into a specific category.  I have a base of endurance that got largely eroded in the three months I took off for the pregnancy and have no base in swimming, biking or running.  HELP!  I'm also rather intimidated by all of the equipment...what do I really need, and what can I live without?

FAMILY: Married for almost ten years with three kids 7.5, almost 5, and 3 months

TRAINING: Sprint tri.  If successful would love to build and go for Olympic next season

RACES: signed up for Philly Women's tri for July.  Considering Diamond girl which is shorter and in June.  Apprehensive to sign up for more than one event my first time out.

I am super excited about training and accomplishing this! Hope to hear from someone soon!

Emily,  I would like to introduce myself and ask that you please include me in your group. Thanks in advance !!!!

NAME: twads/Trey

STORY:  I started running again last year about this time.  Since then I have lost 45 pounds and run several races including 5Ks, 10Ks, 10 Milers and a Half Marathon.  I have rapidly dropped my pace as the weigth fell off, but I don't really break 8 these days.  I ran in most of these races as a means to train for the Marathon I have upcoming in Austin on 2/14.  It will be my first!  I love biking and currently ride my mountain bike frequently.  (NEED a road bike!)  Regardless, I have been interested in Tris for a long time but never felt the nerve to jump in without having enough fitness under my belt.  But, I am finally doing it.  I had my first day in the pool yesterday and felt like a wet noodle.  I need so much guidance.  PLEASE Help!

FAMILY STATUS: Single

CURRENT TRAINING: Training to race the Austin Marathon on 2/14/10.  Would like to add a sprint Tri and others here as well...

THIS YEAR'S RACES: Clarendon Day 10K, Capital 10 miler (Richmond),
Race for Cooperative Development 5K, Richmond Half Marathon, Gonzaga Turkey Trot 10K, Jingle All the Way 10K

2010 RACES:  Austin Marathon 2/14/10... Need Others / Guidance?

WEIGHTLOSS:  Lost 45 this year.  Could stand to lose another 20 to really feel competitive.