Tri/tbay group - CLOSED (Page 3)

Don't be concerned about your little water stops etc. as long as these are not extended periods of time you won't loose any of the benefit of the workout. But try to limit the stops the best you can.

Hope this helps, get those areas feeling better and going the distance will be no problem.

Hey Corey, I had a good time, learned plenty and would recommend it. I was only able to do one day Sat. but can't imagine you would be dissapointed. There are breaks each day for several hours, plenty of time to get a ride or run in during that time. She had Misty do a nice job tag teaming the camp, Sarah is training right now so she'll dissapear for a few hours, or at least she did on the Sat. that I was there.

Hi group,

This week is a recovery week for me. I am going to cut back my times by ~30%.  My offical training plan starts next Monday.


Roy and Cory,

I bought a Specialized Allez comp on Saturday from a local bike shop. They did do an in-depth sizing. Unfortunately I was only able to give it about 1/2hr spin during the test ride and about 15min on the my trainer before life happened on saturday and sunday. However, i am encouraged that I did not experience the knee pain from last week.  Thanks for the advice. I can't wait to get it out for a real road training session.

Brian 

Ok I went to the Tri Boot Camp at the YMCA here in St. Pete over the weekend. It was really informative and I learned alot. The most intimidating part of the Tri for me is the swim as it will be off Daytona Beach. During the boot camp swim part the instructor said that I kick with my knees and I need to kick with my hips. She also said I should get some short fins to help with that. Today I went to the Y and swam 36 laps in an hour switching from freestyle to breaststroke to back. I need to work on my breathing as they also told me I need to learn how to bilateral breathe. Whew! I have alot to work on. Any suggestions and advice is appreciated. Thanks Courtney

Brian and Courtney, good to hear from you. Awesome purchase Brian I like specialized bikes this one will serve you well. Obviously there are some limitations using a road bike vs. a Triathlon specific bike but you'll be fine using this bike. Have fun with it and let us know how your first open road ride felt. I'm glad that you didn't feel any knee pain when you got fitted, and I wouldn't expect it to surface on the road. Do you use clippless pedals? And what color is the bike? 

I'm getting a new bike this weekend myself. I'll report on that after I actually own it.

Courtney, glad you had a good experience at the Boot Camp. I'm sure you got some good starting information and maybe feel a little bit more prepared. An east coast swim can certainly be a challenge when compared to a west coast swim here in Fl. at times. As for the advise to get fins, yes to the fins but I'm not certain as to what she meant by short fins. If the instructor meant zoomers or the finis model then I'm not sure I'd recommend that. If your just getting started they can be hard to use even for a swimmer. But I would recommend a rubber swim fin, you can order them or get them at a Sports Authority, just make sure to not get a dive fin.

Kicking for triathlon is important in some aspects but you certainly don't have to have a world championship kick. You just need some kick action to help with balance and body position in the water. Don't stress over it. The kick is with the entire leg starting with the hips and glutes. A little knee bend will happen but not much of one. As to bilateral breathing, once again it is not essential, helpful certainly if you can aquire the skill. I'm a one side breather. You most likely have a dominant side or a side that is more comfortable. If so swim that way, maybe spend some time working on bilatera but it's OK to breath to one side. We teach our young swimmers to bilateral so as to become a more balance swimmer and not create an imbalance in strength one side vs. the other.

Morning Roy, if the group is still open I would love to join

My name is Yuset Cueto, I’m 30 year old male  and reside in Miami, fl.  I recently received the all clear to start training again.  For the last 4 years I have been struggling with an arm injury (broken humorous that required reconstructive surgery for the fracture and tendons) and my training has had to stopped multiple times for different complications

 My training will resume this week with no specific race in mind.  My approach is to start building my base again and see how I feel in a couple of months before making race plans.

 Would be great to join in this journey with all of you because I’m sure there will be moments when a little push and encouragement will be needed.

 Thanks in advance to all and happy hump day.

 Yuset

Welcome

Hey gang I'm about to close our group for this spring. I need to check and see if everyone is still with us, so if your reading this and I havn't heard from you check in or PM me so I know how many we have. I'm looking forward to assisting you all and as we get a little closer to spring and weather is consitant for outdoor training I'm sure our topics of discussion will get very good and more in depth. We've already started with some good thoughts so keep em coming.

Have a great day.

Hi Lindsay, jump aboard you may be the last one in. Welcome

Hey guys.. meant to join up a few weeks ago but got sidetracked.  If there is room I'd like to join in....

NAME: Sean Dotson

STORY: Was into tris in HS and college, then took about 15 years off   Got back into them about 3-4 years ago and have been doing sprints and Olys mainly.  Attempted my first HIM in October but got hit by a truck and woke up in an ambulance.  Have just about recovered and am currently training for IMCdA along with my wife.

FAMILY STATUS: Married, 9 year old son, 2 year old daughter

Current Training: Using BeIronFit Ironman training plan.  Tough enough to have one person training for an IM in a household.  Really tough with two people.

Races: 2010 was a year of injuries.  Herniated disk.  Fixed.  Then had knee surgery in Feb.  Had to bail on most of my season.  Got back into shape towards the end for the HIM and then the car accident.  201 HAS to be better....

2011 Races: A century ride in Sarasota in March, a sprint in Lakeland in April, St Ant's in St Pete in May, IMCdA in Idaho in June.  Might throw in another sprint somewhere.

Weight Loss: Have been trying to shed this last 10-15 lbs for a while now.  Have to admit I'm not trying as hard as I cold.  Beer is too tasty.  I hover around 210-212 most of the time (I am 6'4" so it fit my frame) but I'd love to see myself under 200 by IMCdA

Hi Sean, come on. You'll be the official last one of the group. I've seen your posts before on various topics and yes I'm a Landshark. Thanks for asking in. Where did you get hit, was it at Amelia Island? Glad your OK and abe to continue your quest.

NAME and BIO: Lindsay Woods, 27yrs old... I am very motivated and enthusiast about staying healthy and active.  This will be my 2nd season of triathlons.  I've always been athletic, but never participated in anything more than a 5k until last year.  Like most of us, I got hooked!

2010: I used Tom Holland's 12wk Triathlete guide and trained for my first sprint triathlon at James Island County Park in Charleston, SC. I did much better than I ever expected and I am looking forward to doing most of the tri series in Charleston this summer.  I also completed my first half marathon at Kiawah in December.

2011 Races: Country Music Half Marathon in Nashville, Cooper River Bridge Run 10K, Kure Beach Double Sprint Triathlon in VA, and the JI Sprint Triathlon series in Charleston (5 races over the summer)... If possible, I would love to complete my first Olympic distance this year - but improving my swim will be the determining factor.

Weight Loss: I've lost about 25lbs through training last year and am continuing to work hard to keep it off. That was a substantial amount for me, seeing that I am just under 5' tall (or short if you will)

Weak link:  Swimming!!! I love biking and running, but the swim kicks my butt. I've been reading info on total immersion and smoothswim, and now I need to work on putting this info into action. I learned to swim as a kid for survival, but have never swam for technique or efficency. Last season I hired a coach for a few sessions, but work didn't lend to a very flexible schedule to keep it up.  Also, I've found that swimming brings out anxiety and fear in me, which I have never encounter in another sport - and which I am determined to overcome!  Truthfully, I have rarely been in the pool since my sprint tri last summer.. but want to get my game face on so I am ready this season.  Even when I feel like I start to get the technique, the endurance is just completely lacking.  Anyway - there is my soap box on swimming!

I am looking forward to being a mentee in this group and learning all I can from the info everyone has to offer!

BTW - I'm new to BT.. is there a way to jump to this thread without having to search for it each time... such as marking it or making it a favorite?  Also, I'm working on getting my training log up too.  Thanks for the help!

Amazingly small world sometimes. I've met your dad might see him tonight at a Landshark meeting. Might not compete at the COS but will be there in some capacity most likely.

Mauricio I don't have any direct experience with body fat calculations. I've have wondered about the scales and there accuracy. You might check and see if there are any screenings in your area that you might go to and have it done. The calipers are pretty universally used but there is always debate about there accuracy as well. Someone might chime in with some experience in this area. Outside of going to a sports lab and having a full analysis which is going to be the most accurate. But congrats on your weight loss, how close are you to your goal weight?