first triathlonites 2006-07

[Bikingmomof3]

You sound to me like you are in very good cardiovascular shape.

[Crankin]

Hey Tasha,

Actually REALLY good instructors can do an awesome class off of the bike; some of the best ones do. S/he should spend the time walking around and checking client's postions, HR, percieved exertion, etc. But, it sounds like this one was just not so good. I've only run once since my last post and that was only 22 minutes, with some walking in there. I think I should should probably back off some of the speed and go for the mileage, but I'm afraid I'll get stuck at a slower speed. I am very comfortable running at 5.5 or 5.7 mph. I did one of the Cyclo-Zen DVDs today. It was 30 minutes of yoga and an interval ride on the trainer. Oh my God. The yoga was OK (I've never done it) and I didn't feel too uncoordinated, but the riding was so hard. It was 5 repeats in the big ring for 3 minutes, with a one minute rest between each interval. Each time I had to put it into a harder cog, too (I only used 3 though). And, you were supposed to be doing this at a 100 rpm cadence! I could barely get above 75, with bursts to 82. So if I do this once a week, like you're supposed to, I hope to get up to an 85-90 cadence, which for me would be a lot. Normally i ride at around 75-85 in an easier gear. I'm finding that I haven't been going to the gym much and we have plenty of stuff now, set up in my loft at home. I am not going to start the official Cyclo Core training, with the 12 week program until December 1st.

Robyn

[eclectic]

OTG - awesome walking prowress!

I can understand the wanting to lose a few more LBS (I mean lbs before running - It will be easier on your knees - good luck!

I am trying to drop another 10-15 lbs (I am down 12.5 since mid September and 22.5 since last January - I figure it is cheaper to lighten up my body than buy a lighter bike ) - why is it so much easier to put it on than take it off ??? Spoken by all dieters everywhere

robyn - whoa 3 min 100 rpm in big ring ouch! How is that on your knees?
Does running work like cycling where you get a good base laid then start working on speed?
that is my plan anyway, I talked to one of our phy ed teachers here and she told me to get the distance worked up first then start working on sprints. I have a ways to go on the distance so it will definately be awhile before I sprint.

[Crankin]

Yep, running is like cycling, in that you should train by periodization; set your base first. Of course, I haven't been doing that! I was stuck at cycling at 12-13 mph for a couple of years because I didn't push myself. I'm trying to push more with the running. As to the DVD interval training, yes, I think 100 rpm in the big ring is bad for your knees. Mine were complaining just a little after the workout and I wasn't going anywhere near that fast. It's just physically impossible for me now. I don't have the strength. I know this is to build strength/power, but when I'm on the bike I tend to let the terrain build my strength and use the easiest gear that I can go the fastest in. I spin up hills and so far that has worked for me, even on the biggest ones in Europe.
I am constantly amazed at how out of shape I feel with every new thing I try. If I feel this way, what do really out of shape people feel like?!!

[Kimmyt]

Robyn, I realized this a few days ago as well. I was running, and huffing and panting. Compared to most people I work around, though, I am very fit. So if it is this hard for me, how is it for those people who lose tons of weight and start at a level of fitness I can't even comprehend? It made me respect them ever so much more.... what determination, what drive!

[light_sabe_r]

Well I feel RIGHT back into it!

Yesturday I went to the pool for the first time in two weeks (been a bit sick) and just did some training drills

6 laps kickboard
6 laps freestyle arms only (using that between legs floatie thing)
50m freestyle
50m backstroke...

Then my foot cramped!!! I was hoping to do 300m each of freestyle and backstroke but I was GONE....

I realise that I CAN do the distance if I just pace myself! WOOHOO... Now I just got to put the arms and legs working at the same time. he he he

THREE WEEKS TO GO!

Offthegrid... You're going to be starting to run in the middle of winter?? Man you girls are more committed than I am!!! You're INSPIRATIONAL!!!

[tygab]

Light, I think the leg thingy you reference is a pool buoy/pull buoy. That is great that you got swimming again with no ill effects... the important thing for us all is when we fall off training for whatever reason, not to be negative about it and just pick it up again.

I ran my 5k yesterday in a stiff rainshower, after getting in at 3am ET(12 am local). But Vancouver peeps are hardy and they turned out to run. I had a great time. Plus I got a new best time for race conditions. Normally I run on the treadmill.

I came in around 34 40 on a hilly course. Even my marathoner sister thought it was hilly. so I was psyched. I am getting used to running in tough weather so when the sun comes around it will seem like a picnic!

Right now I am people watching in downtown Vancouver. It is a great city. we have been hotel camping since the house has been without power for days...

I am hoping to go snowshoe/ski later in the week, as well as another run or two.

[Offthegrid]

Offthegrid... You're going to be starting to run in the middle of winter?? Man you girls are more committed than I am!!! You're INSPIRATIONAL!!!

Ah, but I have many dates with the dreadmill ... actually, it's kinda good because I can be very controlled about the pace, intervals, etc. And if I die, I think there's an AED at the gym.