New Here, beginning my Tri career!

Hey everyone, my name is Natasha, and I am a newbie from Connecticut. :o i am training for my first triathlon, the sprint distance women's tri from Title 9 in Massachusetts, which is on September 13th. I am overweight and out of shape, but training this summer has been one of the highlights of my life and I am really excited about the race. :D

I started a blog about my experience as a compulsive overeater and the misadventures of trying to get in shape, if anyone is interested, the address is http://theunlikelytriathlete.blogspot.com/

Thanks everyone! Great to be here!:)

Welcome! We look forward to hearing about your journey!

Welcome, Caterpillar! Having fun is the most important part. :)

And you will have fun, believe us!

Have you read Slow Fat Triathlete by Jayne Williams? She is a total hoot and the best guide to triathlon any newbie could have.

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Originally Posted by salsabike

Have you read Slow Fat Triathlete by Jayne Williams? She is a total hoot and the best guide to triathlon any newbie could have.

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I picked up Jayne's second book (Shape Up with the Slow Fat Triathlete) and it's a really fun read, too. It's really motivational. It makes me stop and think "what the heck is my problem, she's TOTALLY RIGHT" as I read. :) The bookstore didn't have her first book, but now I really want to go back and read it.

Welcome, Natasha. :)
I started out as a fit triathlete, but have since become unfit (lifestyle stress, overeating, etc). I enjoyed reading your blog. I hope you keep us updated on your progress along the way. We're glad to have you along for the journey.


Oh, and +3 on Jayne's book. I bought it a few years ago, sold it, and just recently purchased it again. I forgot what a great read it is! :)

I have read Jaynes book, it was what inspired me and now I am friends with her on facebook and have chatted with her a few times! I loooooove her book. :)

I am feeling a bit bruised because of some negative comments on my blog :(, but there have been some nice people who have stepped up and defended me. Haha.

Thanks everyone for welcoming me, I hope to chat with you some more soon!

Good luck on your first tri! Just remember all that matters is that you have fun. I started out unfit like you and am amazed at the transformation I have made. Just listen to your body and you will do fine.

Hi Natasha and welcome to the wacky world of triathlon.

So I'll say what every one else has... have fun. And I'll go on to say that there are a lot of really bright ladies here with a great diversity of experience. Ask for help and you shall receive it.

Keep us posted.

There are some crazy people out there. Maybe you should forget the blog... keep a journal and use the people here on TE for your positive feedback.

Welcome, and best of luck with your tri experience!