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2004-08-15 8:59 PM

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Subject: Hi, newbie with a question or two...
Hi folks,

This is a great board. I have learned so much in just a few days of lurking.

A quick version of a long story. 18 months or so ago I weighed 373 lbs. Today, I weigh 230lbs. Yep, so , to prove that I have completly lost my mind, I thought I would tri this sport. Right now I am run/walking 3x a week, with some weight training. I hope to add swimming this week. Now two quick questions.

1) When/what is the tri season? When does it begin/end?

2) How do I pick my first race? I looked at a few calendars from links provided, and so far I don't see any 2005 dates (accept for major races) I would like to give myself a good 5-6 months of training before I try a sprint race.

Thanks for your help,

Jeff

2004-08-15 9:55 PM
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Subject: RE: Hi, newbie with a question or two...
Welcome to the boards.
The tri season depends on where you live and the weather.
Here our first race in 2005 will be in March and the last will be the last part of October, first part of November.
I would guess you would want to start with a short race, a sprint then work your way up. Or you can start with the races that are close to you.
Hope that helps
Tom
2004-08-15 9:58 PM
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2004-08-15 11:23 PM
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Subject: RE: Hi, newbie with a question or two...
Welcome!  The above posts have answered your questions very well, so all I have to say is best of luck with training! 
2004-08-15 11:24 PM
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Subject: RE: Hi, newbie with a question or two...
Jeff, hi and welcome! Another suggestion might be to check the "calendars" section of this website. While it isn't nearly all-inclusive, you could get and idea of who is doing what races in your area, then ask them if they know of any other races in your area.

Or you could just do a google search, I ususally do "Wisconsin Triathlons" or "Illinois" etc. there is also a website w/USA listings, but I can't remember the address. "triathlator" or something like it....again you could try a google search.

Then just pick a race with a distance and date that works for you, and start training! So far I have found the training plans on this site IMMENSELY helpful.

Have fun, and glad to have you!
2004-08-15 11:27 PM
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Subject: RE: Hi, newbie with a question or two...
Thanks for all the responses.

I am from NYC, and my first guess is that the season would start in the spring. Being from NYC there doesnt seem to be too many pools around, and certainly no open water to practice on (safely). I will have to figure something out.



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