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Not meant to be judgmental at all. I don't know you, I only know my experience in a similar case. I needed to make it work, I made it work. And yes I've posted about it before because alot of people worry about the commitment or long work hours, etc. and, yeah, I am proud of myself for doing it. So why not a little BTDT if…
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IJ you do what you can, I did my first IM when my daughter was 14 months old and I was working a 10 hr night shift with two 6 day weeks every month for a year (that's "professional hours" big fat roll of the eyes about those professional hours). Trying to find time to train was hard, the race was the easiest part, since I…
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If he's going to nickel and dime you every time on every thing I'd just ask him where you should start looking for new shoes without committing to buying from him. He knows he's going to get you for the fitting anyway. I wear a size US10 shoe, a size US11 running shoe and I just bought size Euro 44 bike shoe, but could…
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Another vote for not crazy at all. You got time to master the distances. Really, swimming is the easiest jump from 400m to 1.2. Depends on the start. I don't know of any half that start as a mass start (but I don't go looking at races I don't plan to do to see if there is mass start), you'll be in your female age group to…
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Oh, the WPFG was in Fairfax, VA this year! My coworker vol'ed for it. Having goals is the best way to stay focused with training! That being said I have a race this weekend and basically did a Couch to IM in 3 weeks training plan (I'm only doing the aqua velo, but still the training wasn't exactly on point this year).…
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LP would be my choice based on what you just posted. Check out both of the IM FB pages and read what people have to say about them, they approve everyone even though they are closed groups. I've done EagleMan and the IMMD bike course...it's bland (sorry MD people). The run course is different than Eagleman and you go…
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Mid Atlantic Tris: NJ, Black Bear, Nations (although that can be a madhouse, I'd say not worth the cost, but it's a great location), Columbia MD tri (it's good), I'm sure there is one in Philly, no? there is also one in Asbury Park...ocean swim (not flat) and flat roads, I thought there was one in Cape May or Atlantic City…
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And if you have AAA in the US (you'd need to look up your country's auto club rules if not), you and your bike count as a vehicle and qualify for the road services you would get with the car. So if you need a lift because of 1 too many flats, AAA will come and pick you and your bike up and take you the distance you would…
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Agree with everyone else - identify it, talk to your doctor, find the right doctor, find what works for you. I had juvenile asymmetric arthritis (so I was young and not all joints were equally affected), it went into remission and then I started exercising and racing. Hey, I could live through a bit of pain while I ran.…
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That looks awesome! And here I was thinking a little 200 mile trip up the mid Atlantic coast of the US was going to be a decent ride (chicken farms! Atlantic City!!). that will make my list of must attempt.
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I wouldn't spend the next 10 months freaking out. Half is a great distance. Find a plan, do the plan, race the plan. You'll finish. Good luck!
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Agree that an aluminum is a more versatile material than carbon, it will also withstand any differential in weight load distributions (pulling stuff, carrying gear on a rack, carrying a kid, etc) better than a carbon. I have an aluminum Cervelo road bike and I love it. Do I dream of carbon? yeah, but I'd rather a good…
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Yes!!!! Our 12 year old gets to pick a meal a week he can help with or shop for or "create". He's picky on what he eats but very creative in his selection of foods...and will eat what others (not his parents) suggest. His new obsession is watercress (and he HATES green veg other than peas).
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I love our slow cooker, and was very anti slow cooker up until about 2 years ago (I'm 44 and my mother wasn't a slow cooker fan). Ours is a rice maker (10 minutes) and pressure cooker (dried beans cooked in 20 minutes) and slow cooker (4 to 8 hour slow cook options). Under $100, maybe even $50. The key is to plan plan…
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Thug is awesome. We eat vegetarian/vegan a couple times a week and our daughter (2 years old) isn't too keen on meat (stand alone). His stuff is so awesomely good, inexpensive and simple to follow. It's not updated too regularly, but we riff on a lot of the recipes to change things up. I also recently made a vegan cake…
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I'm a C, and ditto this. Doesn't matter what cup size, a good supportive bra is important. I have heard good things about the VS bras from other ladies in my tri club, but haven't found/needed one I like yet.
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Another in the It Depends camp. bikes will take you farther faster and if you have that wander lust tendency, a bike is a great option to cover more ground in less time. It's a great transport option too, when it's not just exercise you want to do. I've gone on century rides with people who use fold up bikes, granted they…
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This. Remember, we aren't fish and can't breath underwater so we start at a disadvantage over land exercise. Breathing is important, exhale exhale exhale. I'm a decent swimmer, and if I'm out of training those first few times are tough going. Head down when swimming, don't look forward/up it will bring the rest of your…
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I loved the my FB group for IMChoo, lots of good knowledge there, so if you do plan on doing an event, check out the FB group that goes along with it. I think there is something about IM, yes a well oiled machine, but so too are most year after year events (marathons, charity events, pro events, etc). As for awesomeness,…
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My first century was the Civil War Century through VA/PA. Dude, hilly is not the word. I cried, I walked hills, they ran out of everything by the time we finished. Maybe I should have trained. Go slow, it's hard, but cadence and a good HR zone are key in long course rides. Hydrate Hydrate Hydrate and fuel, like every 20…
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I built up to the IM distance, I think a lot of people don't realize that there are many distances. I'd rather find a distance I love and do more than 1 than a one and done approach, but I don't fault people for doing the bucket list thing. It's a lifestyle not a checklist item. Peer pressure is a terrible thing, lol.…
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I've seen people do the bento for the tools/tubes (and I think a few tri bike specific boxes have a separate compartment for each. A seasoned IM friend just sticks a tube and tools under his seat and tapes them in place. I think his theory is he's good for 1 change and if not it's just not meant to be (maybe he keeps a…
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I've used the uncrustables BP and honey on whole wheat for a more substantial snack than prepackaged energy foods (gu/powerbar/etc) if you like your sandwiches. Bobo Bars are great and pretzels too. I like IM bonk breakers, the non fruit flavored gus (salted caramel macchiato, express love, stuff like that), if you don't…
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The Sufferfest. http://www.thesufferfest.com It's terrible, and wonderful and terribly wonderful. They also have a running plan. I want to say I pay $10 a month for streaming of all their videos. They also have training plans. You can use your own music, but I don't mind the (repetitive) play list of E list music...as in…
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Oh and I did my first few tris on a hybrid and did just fine, good luck and have fun!
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When you practice the transition from bike to run (as in getting legs ready, not the actual transition set up) make sure you spend a bit of time prior to getting off the bike in a low gear. You want to be at roughly the same turnover rate that you would be running...so someplace between 80-90 (my sweet spot is low 80s, but…
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I think the jump would be my issue place too! On the bright side, it's the first step and everything else will be familiar for you, and judging by the picture it doesn't look too far, lol. Remember to breath out and stay as horizontal as possible in the water. People panic and just try and get a breath, but forget to…
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Run/walk is a great way to start, Galloway and Higdon are solid programs, I also love Treadmill Trainer, that was how I began running. You don't need to be on a treadmill to do his workouts, they are easy to follow and give you a set workout which focuses on building up endurance and speed. I also trained and had good…
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Oh, last year for Rocketman! We went down 2 years ago (inaugural race), I was 7 months pg, so obviously didn't race, but it's a flat and fast course. I'd have liked to do it, but signed up for B2B and the schedule didn't work out.
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Hi everyone! I've been competing in triathlons for the last 6 or 7 years, I'm a solid age grouper who likes to pay to get free T shirts. I vividly remember watching Julie Moss in 1982 compete in Kona. I did NOT think "Hey, I totally want to do that!" but it must have planted some seed. So when I was training for an open…
