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 2010-12-27 6:31 PM in reply to: #3262785 |
Champion  10742     Ames, IA |  Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Openmikoy - 2010-12-27 10:40 AM Hey, my name is Mike and I would like to join the group. I will be attempting my first FIM IMSG this May. I did HIM distance in November (Silverman). That was my 1st triathlon ever. I watched the St. George IM last year. I was really out of shape and needed something to motivate me to get back into shape. I was "ironstruck" I guess. I thought I should do this, yeah I can do this. So I signed up to 2011, thinking if I start today I will have a whole year to get ready. I live in Las Vegas and thought well you should do a half distance at the half way point to see how your doing. That is why I did the Silverman. It was pretty tough my time was 7:15:28. So here I am starting my 2nd week of a 20 week training program that will take me to IMSG, and can not wait to here the announcer say Mike Kooyman you are an ironman!! Welcome Mike! Hearing Mike Reilly call you an Ironman is incredible feeling! Can't wait to follow your journey this spring! |
| 2010-12-27 6:32 PM in reply to: #3263059 |
Champion 10742 Ames, IA | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open fire2812 - 2010-12-27 1:39 PM I would love to join your group. I am a 45 year old Guy living in Oregon and work as a Firefighter by trade and looking to complete my first marathon in may and full Tri this summer with a sprint on April 9th. I am looking to learn more about Tris and training for them. I stated my quest about a year ago and have lost 65 lbs. and will be making this my new lifestyle. John We're happy to have you in the group, John. Congrats on the weight loss so far! |
| 2010-12-27 6:33 PM in reply to: #3263118 |
Champion 10742 Ames, IA | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open thebrayon - 2010-12-27 2:18 PM Hi Neal and gang, I definitely need to get back to training. November and December were low on training and i need to start the year with a little more intensity. Can I get in your group again? I am currenly on vacation and will try to post my info later this week. Luc Luc!!! Welcome back! |
| 2010-12-27 6:35 PM in reply to: #3263136 |
Champion 10742 Ames, IA | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open carolinahusker - 2010-12-27 2:31 PM Sign me up! NAME: Jake STORY: 34 y/o Air Force officer. Swam competitively 20 years ago. Ran cross country in High School. Started cycling last May to lose weight. Would like to get fit through triathlon. FAMILY STATUS: Married with 4 kids. CURRENT TRAINING: Unorganized. Regular cycling sprinkled with sporadic swims and runs. Joined Masters team to shore up swim. 2011 RACES: Joined the local Tri-club. Will participate in their sprint distance races to gain experience. Would like to participate in an Olympic distance in Aug or Sep, but can't sign up for one yet, since I may move this summer WEIGHT LOSS GOALS: Currently 5'10" and 180 lbs. Started at 206. Would like to get to 160. Hi Jake! Welcome to the group and thank you for serving |
| 2010-12-27 6:37 PM in reply to: #3256996 |
Champion 10742 Ames, IA | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open It looks like we have a pretty good group going so far. I am still open to having 3 or 4 more people join before I close it up. |
| 2010-12-27 7:26 PM in reply to: #3256996 |
Veteran 627 Prairie Village, Kansas | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open I might be late getting in, but I think this would be a great fit for me. Neal, you seem like you are on top of your game, and I see some similarities with my training style. I am training for my first tri, which is 8 weeks away. Its going to be an indoor sprint, and I'm ready to get going. I have an athletic background. I just finished my 2nd round of p90x and thought I would be ready to start training for a tri.Looking forward for some guidance. Mark |
| 2010-12-27 7:33 PM in reply to: #3263550 |
Veteran 627 Prairie Village, Kansas | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open Info: Name: Jr Age: 24 Height: 6ft Weight: 180 Previous Experience: I was a collegiate baseball player, but other than conditioning, have little endurance training. Lots of weight training, plyometrics, etc. Just finished P90X and am ready to push myself. 2011 Goals- My first triathlon will be an indoor sprint in February, but am planning on 2 outdoor ones in May and June. I am eyeing an Olympic Tri in early August, but don't want to get ahead of myself. I am not just looking to finish, I want to be on the podium when I'm done. I am open to any advice, ranging from training, equipment, race day prep, off season conditioning, etc. I am so excited to get going! |
| 2010-12-27 7:33 PM in reply to: #3263550 |
Veteran 627 Prairie Village, Kansas | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open |
| 2010-12-28 5:37 AM in reply to: #3256996 |
New user 22 | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open Hey Neal! Hope you have room for one more! Name: Christine History: This will be my second year participating in triathlons. I did 2 sprint tri's last year (having to sit the third out due to a broken toe), both pool swims. I have ran a few HMs. My biggest issue is swimming and I have recently began trying/learning TI via YouTube/books. Training: I fell off the wagon after I broke my toe in late Aug. I have been running....just not too much swimming or biking; however, I have been strength training (I drink the Crossfit Kool-Aid!). 2011 Races: Nation's Triathlon (9/11) and the Half Full Triathlon (70 instead of 70.3) are on the calendar for me, but I would like to add a spring open water sprint/oly to the mix to get used to open water swimming before the fall. Goals: My goals for 2011 are to improve my swim and to complete the HIM. I look forward to learning from your experiences! |
| 2010-12-28 8:15 AM in reply to: #3262785 |
Extreme Veteran 552 Minnetonka Beach, MN | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open mikoy - 2010-12-27 10:40 AM Awesome job with Silverman as your first tri, much less 1/2... Much less one of the most diffict out there!!! Bummer that they aren't having it in 2011... Would have been my fourth in a row!Hey, my name is Mike and I would like to join the group. I will be attempting my first FIM IMSG this May. I did HIM distance in November (Silverman). That was my 1st triathlon ever. I watched the St. George IM last year. I was really out of shape and needed something to motivate me to get back into shape. I was "ironstruck" I guess. I thought I should do this, yeah I can do this. So I signed up to 2011, thinking if I start today I will have a whole year to get ready. I live in Las Vegas and thought well you should do a half distance at the half way point to see how your doing. That is why I did the Silverman. It was pretty tough my time was 7:15:28. So here I am starting my 2nd week of a 20 week training program that will take me to IMSG, and can not wait to here the announcer say Mike Kooyman you are an ironman!! |
| 2010-12-28 8:22 AM in reply to: #3256996 |
| 1 | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open Any room left for an out of shape Texan? Name: mlsmith142 / Matt Story: Played college baseball but after full shoulder reconstruction ended my career. Let myself get way out of shape and then "life" took over. I got off my couch and decided to train for an Olympic distance Tri that I completed 4 years ago. Work and life once again took over. I find myself out of shape once again and looking to push myself back into shape. My long term goal is to complete an Ironman. This has always been a dream and I now find myself ready to start the journey. I travel 5 days a week for work but have access to a gym in each location that has a pool and spin class/bikes. Not perfect but I have to find a way to make it work Family Status: 37, married with 2 daughters Current Training: Have been back in the gym lifting weights for the past 2 months but really feel the drive to do the tri thing again Last Tri was in September of 2005 with very limited training since. My goal is to lose weight - currently at 225 - and get back in shape. If you are ready for a challenge, here I am! |
| 2010-12-28 9:03 AM in reply to: #3256996 |
Veteran 627 Prairie Village, Kansas | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open Hey guys, Looking to buy some gear for my first tri. Its going to be an an indoor sprint, so I wont need to provide my bike, but is there anything I should be looking for specifically for an indoor? I already have shoes, goggles, cap, but was wondering about a tri suit or anything for the transitions? Jr |
| 2010-12-28 9:28 AM in reply to: #3256996 |
Member 357 | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open I'll jump in again if you don't mind,need some motivation just been sitting around on my a$$ doing very little since the half last year. No immediate plans but will probably do all local races this year may do a half we shall see. long term ironman 2012 at age 50. |
| 2010-12-28 11:12 AM in reply to: #3256996 |
| New user 10 Henderson, NV | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open Since the Silverman has been mentioned a couple times, I figured I'd share the link to the trailer for it. http://www.lowerysmultisport.com/ Go to the bottom of the page. It is pretty inspirational. I watch it near everyday. Jake Edited by carolinahusker 2010-12-28 11:14 AM |
| 2010-12-28 11:24 AM in reply to: #3264142 |
| Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open m.a.burghart - 2010-12-28 10:03 AM Hey guys, Looking to buy some gear for my first tri. Its going to be an an indoor sprint, so I wont need to provide my bike, but is there anything I should be looking for specifically for an indoor? I already have shoes, goggles, cap, but was wondering about a tri suit or anything for the transitions? Jr good question? i was wondering what to wear for the swim. Will chlorine totally ruin my tri shorts? Must I swim in swim trunks then change into my tri shorts and jersey? |
| 2010-12-28 12:08 PM in reply to: #3264431 |
Regular 115 Las Vegas | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open Jake, Hey thanks for the link, that is very inspirational! I kept thinking wow I did that! Of course I only did the half but hey it was my first tri and it was soooo fun. Ok everyone get out there and train hard! Mike |
| 2010-12-28 12:12 PM in reply to: #3264431 |
Extreme Veteran 552 Minnetonka Beach, MN | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open carolinahusker - 2010-12-28 11:12 AM Since the Silverman has been mentioned a couple times, I figured I'd share the link to the trailer for it. http://www.lowerysmultisport.com/ Go to the bottom of the page. It is pretty inspirational. I watch it near everyday. Jake I love that video (other than the swim footage of the breaststroker!  ) www.silvermannv.com they have a few more for the ITU Worlds as well... |
| 2010-12-28 1:49 PM in reply to: #3256996 |
| New user 12 | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open I need advice on what kind of bike to get for training. I'm not looking to spend too much now but plan on buying a race bike around April. Should I just get a semi cheap road bike? Thanks  |
| 2010-12-28 2:24 PM in reply to: #3264521 |
| New user 10 Henderson, NV | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open Mike, Congrats on completing the Silverman. There is no "only" about it, even completing the half is amazing! I may have seen you. My son and I were out on the River Mountains trail cheering on the triathletes during the bike leg. We were a little ways up from the "three sisters" in the middle of nowhere. If I'm still in town, I plan on volunteering for the ITU race this year. Congrats again! Jake |
| 2010-12-28 3:10 PM in reply to: #3256996 |
Member 72 | Subject: disturbed275's Ironman Blog Was a great blog on your Ironman completion... Thanks for sharing and a huge Congrats on your finish. Well done |
| 2010-12-28 3:11 PM in reply to: #3256996 |
Member 72 | Subject: Inspiration Just a video I watch a lot. Helps me keep moving on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnqpYKx8Fvk |
| 2010-12-28 5:28 PM in reply to: #3264785 |
Regular 115 Las Vegas | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open I have to say thanks to you, if you were cheering folks on. The "three sisters" were really hard, but I think the hardest part for me was that long steady climb right after. I was very thankful for all the people who were cheering on that section, it really help me to keep going. So here is a big thanks!! Mike |
| 2010-12-28 6:07 PM in reply to: #3256996 |
| Minneapolis, MN | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open
give us a little background.... what are your main uses for the bike? is this your first tri's? How much biking experience do you have? what is "spending not too much" mean?
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| 2010-12-28 6:34 PM in reply to: #3256996 |
| New user 12 | Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open I have only ridden for sake of leisure. I'm mainly a runner. This bike will be for leisure and training. I'm only wanting to spend about 250-350 right now. |
| 2010-12-28 7:52 PM in reply to: #3265167 |
| Subject: RE: disturbed275's Mentor Group - Open MMF0710 - 2010-12-28 7:34 PM I have only ridden for sake of leisure. I'm mainly a runner. This bike will be for leisure and training. I'm only wanting to spend about 250-350 right now. I would check Craigs List or e-bay in that price range. Go to a local bike shop and get sized, you want to get a bike that fits you. |
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