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    in Good Exercise when your legs are sore? Comment by darcyrees March 2014
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    in Not seeing any changes... Comment by darcyrees February 2014
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    in One on one online consulting project Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • Good luck on all of your MAJOR races. When you've finished, I'd be interested the pros and cons of Vineman vs IM Arizona. I'm thinking of doing my first IM next year. I was thinking about trying to get into IM AZ, but now I'm wondering if Vineman would be better. I did Barb's race (which is part of the Vineman series) in…
    in goals for 2014 Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • I also second UCAN. I did a +200 mile bike race in the fall. I kept water in one bottle and UCAN in the other. And yes, I also ate real food (pj sandwich, turkey sandwich, peeled red potatoes, jerky, oranges, watermelon, pretzels, animal crackers, mojo trail mix bar). UCAN is easy to digest, doesn't cause a sugar spike,…
    in Refueling during a race Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • You can use it to make pancakes or muffins. Google oat flour for recipes.
    in What do I do with instant oats? Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • LOTOJA is the Saturday following Labor Day. I did it last year, but finished in the dark. It took me just over 14 hours, but they stop the finish line clock at sunset, so I don't have an official finishing time and my timing chip shows a DNF. This time I hope to climb faster and finish before dark. Dropping some weight…
    in Your 2014 Challenge Comment by darcyrees January 2014
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    in 10lbs Success, Starting to see the changes Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • Congrats! What tips did you learn from your nutritionist that have helped you? I'm also an endurance athlete who is trying to drop weight.
    in 10lbs Success, Starting to see the changes Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • When I'm training for a triathlon, I bike/spin 3 times a week, I run 3 times a week, and I swim 3 times a week. Most weekends, I'd do a full brick workout, but if I didn't then one day a week, I'd at least run off the bike even if it was only a 10 minute run at race pace. I also did strength training 2 times a week on my…
    in 2014 1st trialthon anyone else. Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • My focus this year is to improve my cycling and I'll also have a hiking emphasis. However, I did a 1/2 in 2012 and if I hit my goals this year, I should be ready to attempt a full in 2015. So, even though I may not do a tri in 2014, I'll still be doing some running, swimming and lots of cycling.
    in goals for 2014 Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • My goal is to finish a local road race, LOTOJA. The ride is 206 miles with three mountain passes. I'll have about 13 hours to complete the ride.
    in Your 2014 Challenge Comment by darcyrees January 2014
  • I use TrainingPeaks.com, they also have an app for smart phones. They have a free version that lets you add current and past workouts. But you can upgrade/pay for a version that allows you to enter planned workouts. I actually have a coach who enters my workouts. She enters data into the planned section, like Swim, 1 hour,…
    in Exercise Diary/Planner recommendations? Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • 48 hour challenge 12/9 TRX 1, swim 1, shvl snow .25 12/10 spin 1, run 1, stretch .75, swim 1 12/11 rest day 12/12 spin 1, walk 1, stretch .5 Total week 2 = 8.5 Total week 1 = 13.75 Total month = 22.25
    in 24 Hour Challenge - December Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • 48 hour challenge 12/9 TRX 1, swim 1, shvl snow .25 12/10 spin 1, run 1, stretch .75 Total week 2 = 5 Total week 1 = 13.75 Total month = 18.75
    in 24 Hour Challenge - December Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • When I started lifting free weights, I hired a good personal trainer. I took all kinds of notes and then after practicing what he told me for a month or so, I'd hire him again to give me another dozen exercises. After meeting with him like this 4 or 5 times, I felt really comfortable lifting weights. I also learned to…
    in Adding free weights to my workout but feel intimidated Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • I only swim 3 days a week, but I think that TRX has really benefited me. In fact, my swim coach is also teaches TRX.
    in Dry land for Master's swimming Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • 48 hour challenge 12/1 running 1.5 hrs 12/2 TRX 1 hr, swim .75, drill .25 12/3 spin 1, stretch .75, walk .5, drill .25 12/4 drill .25 12/5 spin 1, jog/walk 1, stretch .75, drill .25 12/6 TRX 1, swim .5, hike 2 Total 12.75 hrs
    in 24 Hour Challenge - December Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • Congrats on your success and your commitment to continue with your healthy lifestyle.
    in wellness program Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • Good luck on your training. I did a half in 2012 and I'm hoping to do a full in 2015.
    in Just wanted to intro myself. :) Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • 48 hour challenge...I totaled my hours for the first 3 days and realized that I should set a goal for 48 hours 12/1 Running 1.5 hrs 12/2 TRX 1 hr 12/2 Swim .75 12/2 Drill .25 12/3 Spin 1 12/3 Stretch .75 12/3 Walk .5 12/3 Drill .25 12/4 Drill .25 12/5 Spin 1 12/5 jog/walk 1 12/5 Stretch .75 Total 9 hrs
    in 24 Hour Challenge - December Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • 48 hour challenge...I totaled my hours for the first 3 days and realized that I should set a goal for 48 hours 12/1 Running 1.5 hrs 12/2 TRX 1 hr 12/2 Swim .75 12/2 Drill .25 12/3 Spin 1 12/3 Stretch .75 12/3 Walk .5 12/3 Drill .25 Total 6 hrs
    in 24 Hour Challenge - December Comment by darcyrees December 2013
  • I stretch regularly after most of my workouts. In fact four times a week, my coach leads me in stretching after some of my workouts. If I stretch after my workouts, I'm not as sore the next day and my coach can make me work harder. In fact this summer, after 6-7 hour bike rides, I'd have to get into the pool and swim for…
    in Let's Be Honest Comment by darcyrees November 2013
  • I'm Darcy and I'm an endurance athlete...and carrying around extra weight makes it harder to achieve my goals. My goal for 2014 is to hike the rim to rim of the Grand Canyon. Another goal is to finish an Ironman, but it's still several years out. Next year, I also need to focus on bringing my base fitness up higher and…
    in Welcome Introductions Comment by darcyrees November 2013
  • I'd suggest going first thing in the morning. I'd also suggest meeting someone there (or anywhere) for a workout. This could be a personal trainer. Or you could make friends with a group fitness instructor and commit to them that you will attend their class. Or you could meet a friend for a workout, however, you need to…
    in Not necessarily fallen off the wagon but.... Comment by darcyrees October 2013
  • I just joined this group...actually my first myfitnesspal group. I liked the title of focusing on mini goals.
    in ***Welcome and introduce yourself!*** Comment by darcyrees October 2013
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