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Re: Has anyone tested the Newton running shoes?

guest — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:04:15 GMT

Julie:

Thanks for your feedback! I too am a heel striker and I realize that to experience optimal performance in the run, I need to change my mechanics.

Here's a question for you, "Have your results justified the price tag?"

Battling Numbness

guest — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 13:59:48 GMT

For those of you who are seasoned cyclists, I have an embarrassing problem that I need some advice on.

I am a relatively new triathlete. I have competed in three sprint triathlons this season and I am currently training for the South Carolina Half Iron Man in September. During my last two biking sessions - rides of 25 and 35 miles - I have experienced numbness in my groin (this is as tactful as I can say it without getting graphic) area that has lasted from hours to a day. Here are my questions:

Is this normal?

Should I be worried about this?

Can saddles make as much difference as I've read about?

What saddles are the best to relieve pressure on the perenial nerve?

I'm 37 yrs. old and don't want to do anything that would affect my enjoyment or performance in the long run when it comes to being married to my beautiful wife.

Thanks for your feedback!

Concerned Triathlete

Has anyone tested the Newton running shoes?

guest — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 15:48:20 GMT

Just curious if anyone has either tested the Newton runing shoes or taken the plunge and bought a pair? If so, I would love to hear any thoughts or reviews on the product.

Thanks!

Re: questions from first timer

guest — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 15:39:35 GMT

Here's two pieces of advice regarding the swim:

First off, focus on developing proper technique. Many beginning triathletes neglect swim technique, failing to understand that technique plays a huge role in efficiency and speed. Proper technique will also help you reserve your energy and leave you feeling strong as you approach the bike and run.

Second, since your race is a sprint, spend a good amount of pool time doing sprint work. Performing sets of 25's, 50's, and 100's with short rest intervals (20-30 sec.). This will build both endurance and speed for a relatively short swim.

Best wishes for a great first traithlon experience.

Re: First Triathlon

guest — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 15:31:31 GMT

Your question depends on the length of the triathlon. If this is a sprint race, then you have time to develop basic aerobic fitness as well as technique in the water. Same for the bike.

Personally, if the race is anythhing longer than a sprint, I would hold off. The previous poster is right - you can't bluff the swim and swimming 1500m to 1.2 miles is tough regardless of how strong you are in the water. Since you're on ground, you can always stop on the bike or run. You can't do that in the water.

Good luck!

Re: First Tri

guest — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 15:24:45 GMT

If your triathlon is an open water swim (some sprints take place in pools) then swimming breatstroke will be a real advantage when it comes to sighting. I'm a strong swimmer and have found that one of the greatest challenges of open water swimming is not wasting precious time and enegry by getting off course. This requires learning how to properly sight during freestyle - which will be more challenging than the breastroke.

If you prefer breastroke and can reach your swim goals by performing this stroke, sighting will be easier and your experience will be more enjoyable. I would recommend starting at the back of your wave.