Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else?
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2013-09-18 3:57 PM |
Veteran 2842 Austin, Texas | Subject: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Just curious on this one. Finished my last tri of my first full season of tri's last weekend. Super happy with the season. Love racing. Love tri's and running. All sunshine and light. Except... I'm taking a little time after the last race to nurse a tweaky leg to full strength and to really decompress, but I'm concerned that I'm going to decompose! I didn't work out - AT ALL - the last 3 days and... and... and... it feels great! I'm now officially terrified. What if this is the new normal?!? Sure, it'll probably pass and I'll be back at it shortly (probably a sign that I really did NEED some down time - if my leg wasn't telling me that already), but that thought creeps into the back of my tiny little mind and mucks with it. Anyone else ever feel like that? How do you deal with it (transitioning to the off season and then back into training - even if it's just base for next year)? Sign up for races now? Challenge your friends and training partners to feats of endurance? HELP!!!! Matt (only sorta kidding and sorta serious) |
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2013-09-18 4:03 PM in reply to: mcmanusclan5 |
Expert 1224 Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Go to the pool. Jump in and swim with a pull buoy. Nothing too hard. Nothing too fast. Nothing too stressful. Get back into the rythmn a bit but it's important to heal up fully before running / biking / swimming hard. Just my $0.02.
From "the other" Matt
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2013-09-18 4:05 PM in reply to: siouxcityhawk |
Expert 1224 Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Oh and my season officially ends hopefully around 7:00 PM on November 17th. From that moment, and for at least two weeks, I ain't doin' shyyyt.
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2013-09-18 4:13 PM in reply to: 0 |
Pro 15655 | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by mcmanusclan5 Just curious on this one. Finished my last tri of my first full season of tri's last weekend. Super happy with the season. Love racing. Love tri's and running. All sunshine and light. Except... I'm taking a little time after the last race to nurse a tweaky leg to full strength and to really decompress, but I'm concerned that I'm going to decompose! I didn't work out - AT ALL - the last 3 days and... and... and... it feels great! I'm now officially terrified. What if this is the new normal?!? Sure, it'll probably pass and I'll be back at it shortly (probably a sign that I really did NEED some down time - if my leg wasn't telling me that already), but that thought creeps into the back of my tiny little mind and mucks with it. Anyone else ever feel like that? How do you deal with it (transitioning to the off season and then back into training - even if it's just base for next year)? Sign up for races now? Challenge your friends and training partners to feats of endurance? HELP!!!! Matt (only sorta kidding and sorta serious) I'm 3 weeks post knee surgery. The only thing I'm making a conscious effort to do is eat less since I'm not working out. I figure a couple more weeks and I'll get back to it. I'm past the immediate post surgery part that really had me miserable and sick....so now I'm just enjoying watching my kid's swim practices, going to HS cross country meets, and have a 5 day hunting trip planned for next week in Texas. Life is good. Relax. Edited by Left Brain 2013-09-18 4:14 PM |
2013-09-18 4:25 PM in reply to: Left Brain |
Champion 10018 , Minnesota | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? I always plan "off season" running races. I often travel in the winter for a running race, or at least plan to run something in March or April, so I am consistently on a running plan. I also really enjoy taking classes at the gym, like yoga, so I just generally find ways to tire myself out. I do usually gain a few lbs, which I am not a fan of. I am not exactly someone who needs to put on weight, so... I am going to work on that this winter Yeah, it's scary but I like to view it as opportunity! I'd be more scared if I was told I could NOT do any real activity for a while. I can live without tri training, but I need to do something |
2013-09-18 4:25 PM in reply to: Left Brain |
Seattle | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Just embrace it and enjoy because pretty soon you'll be back to work!
I really, really enjoy my time off. But I am always glad to be back at it. |
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2013-09-18 4:38 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Champion 10550 Austin, Texas | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? That kind of happened to me last year... I finished my A race and then... nothing. Nada. Zip. Zilch. Zero... And then I was scrambling to try and get ready for this year. What did I learn? That I don't wanna do THAT again! This year I'm hoping to sign up for some running races in the off season as running is by far my weakest event, do some swimming, do some yoga, maybe some dance classes, keep up with my evil training sessions at the gym... but NOT become the lazy-azz that I did last year. |
2013-09-18 5:05 PM in reply to: 0 |
Pro 6191 | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Generally, I'm good for a solid week or two of slacking off. Then, I feel like a lazy bum - in a bad way - and find something to work towards! I've got my last tri Nov 2, then nothing on the schedule until a Ragnar or two in February... which is pretty typical for me. My goal this winter is to gain some bike fitness, though. Not entirely sure what my plan of attack is - but I've managed to find some great cycling buddies this summer. And I'm considering computrainer classes - or purchasing a computrainer. That whole cycling effort does terrify me a bit Edited by ratherbeswimming 2013-09-18 5:06 PM |
2013-09-18 5:06 PM in reply to: 0 |
Pro 6191 | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? |
2013-09-18 5:28 PM in reply to: mcmanusclan5 |
Master 3127 Sunny Southern Cal | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? What's off season? |
2013-09-18 6:10 PM in reply to: SevenZulu |
Regular 5477 LHOTP | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Bwahaha! Matt, you ain't got it in you to chill for too long (pot to kettle, brotha). Doing nothing for three days should feel good after the season you've just had . Get that leg better and get back after it. My guess is you'll be chomping at the bit way before that leg is 100% |
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2013-09-18 6:30 PM in reply to: switch |
Master 1402 Cumming, Georgia | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Doesn't terrify me at all. It gives me a chance to try new things, start doing other things I love, let my body recover and rebuild, or simply enjoy no structured training. I think the "off season" or whatever you want to call it is good for the mind, body, and spirit. |
2013-09-18 6:42 PM in reply to: csharp1171 |
New user 166 Fernley, NV | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? I'm looking forward to it I have a good plan in place and a goal to work towards its my first off season so we will see what happens. I planned any early HM so that will keep me motivated. |
2013-09-18 6:44 PM in reply to: mcmanusclan5 |
Champion 7136 Knoxville area | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Race season IS the off season. After the races are over for the year, you can really get down to business and get some serious training done. |
2013-09-18 6:58 PM in reply to: Leegoocrap |
Elite 4435 | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? We dont have much of an off season in Australia - Melbourne Tri season starts November through to March. There is a full further north in May, a half in WA in June, half and Full in Queensland in June. July nothing - August can head to Singapore/Indonesia for Metaman full and half - September Sunshine Coast half. October is quiet! |
2013-09-18 7:02 PM in reply to: Leegoocrap |
Regular 5477 LHOTP | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by LeegoocrapRace season IS the off season.After the races are over for the year, you can really get down to business and get some serious training done. Word. |
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2013-09-18 7:14 PM in reply to: ratherbeswimming |
Expert 3145 Scottsdale, AZ | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by ratherbeswimming Generally, I'm good for a solid week or two of slacking off. Then, I feel like a lazy bum - in a bad way - and find something to work towards! I've got my last tri Nov 2, then nothing on the schedule until a Ragnar or two in February... which is pretty typical for me. My goal this winter is to gain some bike fitness, though. Not entirely sure what my plan of attack is - but I've managed to find some great cycling buddies this summer. And I'm considering computrainer classes - or purchasing a computrainer. That whole cycling effort does terrify me a bit
Just ride up Lemmon...lots! I need to get down there and visit the cookie shack again before that season is over.
I'm racing into December (no A races as it's all bike focus) and then hopefully come January a build to Boston. What off season? |
2013-09-18 8:19 PM in reply to: 0 |
Veteran 2842 Austin, Texas | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by thebigb Originally posted by ratherbeswimming Generally, I'm good for a solid week or two of slacking off. Then, I feel like a lazy bum - in a bad way - and find something to work towards! I've got my last tri Nov 2, then nothing on the schedule until a Ragnar or two in February... which is pretty typical for me. My goal this winter is to gain some bike fitness, though. Not entirely sure what my plan of attack is - but I've managed to find some great cycling buddies this summer. And I'm considering computrainer classes - or purchasing a computrainer. That whole cycling effort does terrify me a bit
Just ride up Lemmon...lots! I need to get down there and visit the cookie shack again before that season is over.
I'm racing into December (no A races as it's all bike focus) and then hopefully come January a build to Boston. What off season? Language!! This is a family oriented site. ETA - not sure what that actually means, but it sounds vaguely dirty. Edited by mcmanusclan5 2013-09-18 8:20 PM |
2013-09-18 8:22 PM in reply to: Left Brain |
Veteran 2842 Austin, Texas | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by Left Brain Originally posted by mcmanusclan5 Just curious on this one. Finished my last tri of my first full season of tri's last weekend. Super happy with the season. Love racing. Love tri's and running. All sunshine and light. Except... I'm taking a little time after the last race to nurse a tweaky leg to full strength and to really decompress, but I'm concerned that I'm going to decompose! I didn't work out - AT ALL - the last 3 days and... and... and... it feels great! I'm now officially terrified. What if this is the new normal?!? Sure, it'll probably pass and I'll be back at it shortly (probably a sign that I really did NEED some down time - if my leg wasn't telling me that already), but that thought creeps into the back of my tiny little mind and mucks with it. Anyone else ever feel like that? How do you deal with it (transitioning to the off season and then back into training - even if it's just base for next year)? Sign up for races now? Challenge your friends and training partners to feats of endurance? HELP!!!! Matt (only sorta kidding and sorta serious) I'm 3 weeks post knee surgery. The only thing I'm making a conscious effort to do is eat less since I'm not working out. I figure a couple more weeks and I'll get back to it. I'm past the immediate post surgery part that really had me miserable and sick....so now I'm just enjoying watching my kid's swim practices, going to HS cross country meets, and have a 5 day hunting trip planned for next week in Texas. Life is good. Relax. Didn't realize you'd already had surgery - glad the acute portion is over with. Hope you're back in the saddle soon. As for a hunting trip, now THAT sounds like a good use of time. Too bad it's right next to impossible to get on land here in MA… Gotta wait for sea duck season or get on a river. Hey, that'd work - a kayak focus! Heal quickly. Matt |
2013-09-18 8:23 PM in reply to: switch |
Veteran 2842 Austin, Texas | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by switch Bwahaha! Matt, you ain't got it in you to chill for too long (pot to kettle, brotha). Doing nothing for three days should feel good after the season you've just had . Get that leg better and get back after it. My guess is you'll be chomping at the bit way before that leg is 100% You crack me up. Hope you're right! Thanks. Matt |
2013-09-18 8:27 PM in reply to: mcmanusclan5 |
Pro 15655 | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by mcmanusclan5 Originally posted by Left Brain Originally posted by mcmanusclan5 Just curious on this one. Finished my last tri of my first full season of tri's last weekend. Super happy with the season. Love racing. Love tri's and running. All sunshine and light. Except... I'm taking a little time after the last race to nurse a tweaky leg to full strength and to really decompress, but I'm concerned that I'm going to decompose! I didn't work out - AT ALL - the last 3 days and... and... and... it feels great! I'm now officially terrified. What if this is the new normal?!? Sure, it'll probably pass and I'll be back at it shortly (probably a sign that I really did NEED some down time - if my leg wasn't telling me that already), but that thought creeps into the back of my tiny little mind and mucks with it. Anyone else ever feel like that? How do you deal with it (transitioning to the off season and then back into training - even if it's just base for next year)? Sign up for races now? Challenge your friends and training partners to feats of endurance? HELP!!!! Matt (only sorta kidding and sorta serious) I'm 3 weeks post knee surgery. The only thing I'm making a conscious effort to do is eat less since I'm not working out. I figure a couple more weeks and I'll get back to it. I'm past the immediate post surgery part that really had me miserable and sick....so now I'm just enjoying watching my kid's swim practices, going to HS cross country meets, and have a 5 day hunting trip planned for next week in Texas. Life is good. Relax. Didn't realize you'd already had surgery - glad the acute portion is over with. Hope you're back in the saddle soon. As for a hunting trip, now THAT sounds like a good use of time. Too bad it's right next to impossible to get on land here in MA… Gotta wait for sea duck season or get on a river. Hey, that'd work - a kayak focus! Heal quickly. Matt Hmmmmm.... one day we'll need to discuss a trade. I have some pretty deeeep connections for duck hunting. I know some boys with a killer timber hole in Arkansas that would love to do a sea duck hunt....I'll just be the broker and handle the dog work. I'm headed to Tejas for a teal beatdown.....looks to be set up for a big shoot. |
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2013-09-18 9:11 PM in reply to: mcmanusclan5 |
Pro 5011 Twin Cities | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? I usually take a month off-off. Then a month or two of whatever I want, when I feel like it. And no. I am more than happy to take time away. |
2013-09-18 11:06 PM in reply to: mmrocker13 |
26 | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? I'm looking forward to it. It will be fun doing some simple and fast road races and my wife likes my added time in the weight room. |
2013-09-18 11:20 PM in reply to: mcmanusclan5 |
Expert 3145 Scottsdale, AZ | Subject: RE: Does the "Off season" terrify anyone else? Originally posted by mcmanusclan5 Originally posted by thebigb Originally posted by ratherbeswimming Generally, I'm good for a solid week or two of slacking off. Then, I feel like a lazy bum - in a bad way - and find something to work towards! I've got my last tri Nov 2, then nothing on the schedule until a Ragnar or two in February... which is pretty typical for me. My goal this winter is to gain some bike fitness, though. Not entirely sure what my plan of attack is - but I've managed to find some great cycling buddies this summer. And I'm considering computrainer classes - or purchasing a computrainer. That whole cycling effort does terrify me a bit
Just ride up Lemmon...lots! I need to get down there and visit the cookie shack again before that season is over.
I'm racing into December (no A races as it's all bike focus) and then hopefully come January a build to Boston. What off season? Language!! This is a family oriented site. ETA - not sure what that actually means, but it sounds vaguely dirty. Ha! Mt Lemmon is in Tucson and is a very popular ride. Something like 25 miles and a lot of climbing. At the top there's a cookie shack where you can get amazingly good (maybe heightened because of the trip) huge cookies, pizza, etc. It's like breaking through the cloud ceiling and finding heaven. |
2013-09-18 11:54 PM in reply to: thebigb |
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