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 2006-09-18 3:24 PM |
 2 |  Subject: Hello, hello!I never in my life thought I could or would do a triathlon. Then my sister (a fitness guru) moved closer to me and brought the idea up and convinced me that I really COULD easily do a sprint triathlon and yadda yadda... I started swimming on the college Club team last week, and I am planning to do my first triathlon in April of next year (it's the first sprint one available... with the exception of one in like a week or so... hah!). So I'm excited! I swam basically from age 4-18 every summer (sometimes year-round), and hadn't been in the water since then (about 5 years)... I got back in last week and swam 2600 meters in practice! I am excited and just wanted to drop in and say "hello!" I am going to need the encouragement in days/months to come (especially with the running workouts... ahh!) ... so I'm planting my roots now.  I look forward to reading about your adventures as well! (And LEARNING... that's my favorite part!) |
| 2006-09-18 3:47 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Expert 709  | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! Congrats on taking it up! Good luck starting up your training, although it would seem that you've got a head start with your swimming. |
| 2006-09-18 3:50 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Master 1845   Athens, Ga. | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! Welcome to BT! This is definitely a great place to learn. Plus, you have swimming down - which many on here consider to be the hardest sport (mine's the bike, but that's a different story. ). Use the logs so we can keep up with your progress, and have fun training! |
| 2006-09-18 5:00 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Pro 4481 Reston | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! Welcome Liz! The best way to learn is by asking questions, so don't hesitate. Good luck in your training |
| 2006-09-27 7:40 PM in reply to: #545015 |
Veteran 264 Worcester, MA | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! welcome aboard! I was in your boat (better swimmer, crappy runner) when I started all of 5 or 6 months ago.... now I'm a slightly less crappy runner. keep at it, you've found a really great community here.
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| 2006-09-27 7:47 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Master 2139 piece o heaven | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! I too welcome you the the wonderful world of Tri! This was my first year and really enjoyed it. It was a blast and I am hooked. This site has been a great help with all the forums and threads available. You seem to have the swim portion licked, don't worry about the run, it will come. God Bless the Tri |
| 2006-09-27 8:13 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Master 1603 Connecticut | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! Welcome to this adventure. This was my first year too. I planned for one, but had so much fun in the training that I had done 3 other before I even got to my goal event. You'll have a great time! |
| 2006-09-28 6:30 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Regular 86 | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! Little Liz - 2006-09-18 3:24 PM I never in my life thought I could or would do a triathlon. Then my sister (a fitness guru) moved closer to me and brought the idea up and convinced me that I really COULD easily do a sprint triathlon and yadda yadda... I started swimming on the college Club team last week, and I am planning to do my first triathlon in April of next year (it's the first sprint one available... with the exception of one in like a week or so... hah!). So I'm excited! I swam basically from age 4-18 every summer (sometimes year-round), and hadn't been in the water since then (about 5 years)... I got back in last week and swam 2600 meters in practice! I am excited and just wanted to drop in and say "hello!" I am going to need the encouragement in days/months to come (especially with the running workouts... ahh!) ... so I'm planting my roots now. The learning then DOING is the fun part. This site is the greatest for information and just about all of it seems to be free. I look forward to reading about your adventures as well! (And LEARNING... that's my favorite part!) |
| 2006-09-29 9:44 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Extreme Veteran 656 quebec's belly button | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! wow what a great start with the swim! I can relate to the struggle in the running part. I have done 2 sprint tri's so far and on the last one i would have GLADLY swam 5k insted of runing it (it was freekin hot and i am in no way a runner...i'm a penguin!). You may want to join in some of the challenges ( in the "challenge me" forum) during the winter. It helps to know you are part of a team, even a virtual one, to get going on the training! The thrill of finishing a tri is so great...but don't take my word for it...just do one and see for yourself! |
| 2006-09-29 11:08 PM in reply to: #544887 |
Expert 1148 NW Suburbs, Illinois | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! Welcome. Having the swim background will be a great asset in your goal to be a triathlete. Lots of information here. Be sure and use the logs here, as it will help you to keep up with your goals...and also helps others here help you!! |
| 2006-09-30 9:25 AM in reply to: #544887 |
Master 1201 Indian Harbour Beach, Florida | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! What a great thing to have a swimming background! You're going to have so much fun doing this! |
| 2006-09-30 2:15 PM in reply to: #556396 |
Veteran 333 Murrieta Calif. | Subject: RE: Hello, hello! Welcome Liz and congrats on your decision to join the greatest network of people anywhere! I've been doing tris for a long time and this site is the best! There's an unlimited amount of info available to you so don't be afraid to ask! Welcome and Happy Training! |
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