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I disagree with trijoe in that you should stay away from mag trainers. Fluid trainers do tend to have a smoother (and progressive) resistance band.. This is what gives fluid trainers a slightly more 'road like' feel. If you buy a cheap magnetic trainer, there is an opportunity for stronger individuals to overpower their…

I switched over to a Polar strap. My HRM for my 910 clipped right onto it and the strap is less prone to rolling up (for me). Might be an option worth looking in to.

I would also agree that the perceived higher level of exhaustion is a sign of needed rest. Take a few days "off." One or two completely off, and a couple more of light swimming and walking. Then build back into your hard sessions and see what happens.

I brick twice a week, Tuesday and Saturday. The ride on Tuesday typically ranges in the 20-25 mile range with intervals followed by a 4-6 mile tempo run. On Saturdays, I get a 30-45 minute easy run (Z2) in prior to my long ride. My form is better and does not have much effect on the ride. Sunday is then my long run of 8-10…

What?!? I always get the 'best' advide in T1 and T2! :smiley: Happy Monday Everyone!

There is a subtle drafting effect in the swim but my guess is you were just a better swimmer. Sighting and beathing came easier which in turn makes you worry less. Way to go!

All depends on preference. I use 100% Whey Chocolate but maker sure to keep an eye on sugar and carbs within the formula. I take it within 30 minutes of finishing my workout. I also like Infinit Recovery but it can be pricey.

You really should just establish a system that works, while making sure to breathe on each side. This will help if you are forced to swim in choppy water and have to be able to brethe away from the waves. It also helps with maintaining good form. Personally, I breathe 2-2-3-2-2-3. In may seem excessive to some, but it's…

Body glide!

I'm on Endurance Nation, endurancenation.us. It's an online based team, 700 members world-wide. Great website, forum, etc.

Congrats!

I stepped up to a CycleOps SuperMagneto Pro. It is very quiet and I wished I would have done it a full year earlier. CycleOps Customer Service is top notch as well!

From the beginning of the run I look at the marathon as 26 - one mile intervals with a .2 mi victory sprint. Aid station to aid station keeps small goals always in sight. I always walk the aid station, taking 45-60 seconds to reset myself. This is just what works for me.

Everyone has bad workouts, whether it be brain, body or equipment related. It's all about realizing that one bad workout will not be the difference in how you perform during the race. If you stick to your plan, and move past this experience, you will always be mroe prepared than you think! I have had numerous workouts that…

Sounds like you are using your boyfriend as an excuse. No way it could be your fault, right? Take ownership of the decisions you make when it comes to exercise, food and drinks and make the necessary corrections. Don't blame him.

I've been purging gear which has been nice! Sold my carbon clinchers, old ISM Adamo Racing II saddle and the XLAB WIng that I did not like. I guess I could count that I just bought a new pair of swim jammers and am about 2 or 3 weeks from needing a new pair of goggles!

There are kits that are available to purchase that use a patch to collect sweat during a workout and then you send it in for analysis. They send you back results and you can then use that to cater your salt intake during workouts and races.

Just south of Kansas City, Missouri.

I've never noticed a difference between running and biking from a resting heart rate value. However your zones will be shifted higher for running when compared to biking (or should be). Z3 biking for me is 127-138 bpm but 158-166 while running.

I just want to let everyone know that Scott is a real person. I bumped into him this weekend down in Galveston on race day. Scott, did I catch you off guard?!

When I first started I was: Strong swimmer, Poor cyclist, Average runner, Being that was 3 years ago, I can now say I am still a strong swimmer, a good cyclist and a good runner. I spend no time in the off season swimming, not a minute. When I finished IMLou in August, I was not back into a lap pool until mid-January.…

It's a personal preference, one that requires experimentation. If I got over an hour in the morning, I will have something light (Gu or slice of bread with honey) to fill the void. Otherwise, it's two cups of coffee and off to work out. It's your choice. Neither before or after is the right way unless it's the way that you…

You can take the day off or don't. It's all up to you. I would suggest a walk but if you can manage to push through and get to a light jog, it would flush the lactic acid quicker.

If your CFE on your mileage days is keeping you below Z2/Z3, then you are just wasting your time on a run or ride. I used a little bit of cross fit in the offseason following IMLou, 3 days/week for 6 weeks. However I was not running or riding in that time frame. I used it as a way to strengthen my legs and shoulders which…

Take the BT ones and adjust the run to fit your needs. This will insure you ease your way into the swim and bike portions of the sport. Or you could hire a coach...like Scott.

I have read and been told an ideal arm postion is one that lines your upper arms with the angle of your fork then having your forearms level with the ground. I believe 90/90 may work for some but from a force distribution stand point it is not ideal. Ultimately, it's all about where you can stay comfortable the longest and…

I have two Adamo Race II. Love them.

Bike Test today: 10 min WU, 40 min test, 5 min CD Test: 40:00 min, Avg 27.1 mph, Avg. HR 141. Forgot to glance at my power numbers. 25 min Z1-Z2 run this afternoon.

Run where youa re comfortable. Set the incline on the treadmill to 1-2% and go. This replicates the air resistance of running outside. You'll be just fine training on a treadmill.

OFFDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Saturday: Bike, 90 min, 2 x 10' Z4, rest of time Z2 followed by a 50 min run, 25 min Z2, 25 min Z3. Sunday: Run, 60 min, 2 x 1.5 mi Z4, rest of time at Z2