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Training for the first Tri.

tmdougal — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:29:57 GMT

So I am training for my first Triathlon and I only have a few concerns. Mostly how NOT to look like a complete moron when transferring from swim, to bike, to running. Is this switch off race specific and/or do we need our own people there to hold the bike and shoes and other such items at the beginning and ending of each leg, or are there people for that? Do the races generally have a 2 minute interval where we can change shoes and remove the wetsuit or is time still counting while we attempt to change as fast as possible? Any info will and is very much appreciated.

Thank you...

California Ironman advice

sollunax2 — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:38:28 GMT

Hi folks I'm a new guy to the sport [completed 2 sprints] but signed up to try TRY to complete the CA Ironman. Is any one out there signed up for this event. If so - I'm looking to compare cyber notes on training, support, and preparation. Also if anyone has already completed the CA Ironman would like to here your story / advice on this tri.

Looking forward to hearing from the active community.

headache after workout

sollunax2 — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:19:03 GMT

I noticed that after a hard work out (brick or long run) or sprint race, later in the day or evening I get a headache. I am wondering if this is a dehydration, fatigue, or heat issue. Any ideas.

Florida 70.3 training advice.

ibprofen — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:28:06 GMT

I'm going to start a training program for the 70.3 have a ?. The tour of Palm Springs is held on a Sat. ( I'd do the 50Mi.) and the Palm Springs half marathon is on Sun. Well this help set me up for the 70.3.... kind of a extended brick. These races are 12 weeks before the 70.3. Also, what is a good distance to run and bike as a brick for a 70.3?

Triathlon training plans by distance

DCtoPgh — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:57:55 GMT

In the next two weeks I'm going to start to sketch out my training for 2010 which includes everything from ultramarathons to a 70.3. As a runner, I've always followed training programs that prescribe distance (5 miles) not time (45 minutes). As I've started to look at triathlon training programs, they are all by time (run 90 minutes). Does anyone know of any tri training programs that prescribe distance (run 10 miles)? I'd prefer not to impute distance because it's a bit of a different ball game, but I hate, hate, hate training by time. Thanks!

To St. Anthonys or no to St. Anthonys - That is the question... (advice please)

scottuf — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:38:23 GMT

Ok, I'm debating if i really want to take the plunge and sign up for st. anthonys in 2 weeks when reg opens. for those that may not know - its olympic distance. to date i've done 2 sprint tris, and failed miserably in the water, so i'm intimidated to spend the money for an almost mile swim. granted, my swimming is improved a lot in the pool, but the open water in a race is a different beast. my 1st tri, the tropical tri in lake worth (ocean swim) was bad, really bad. i managed maybe 25 yds freestyle, pretty much paniced, flipped to my back and 25 min later hit the beach 9for a 400m+/- swim. i just couldn't freestyle any of the times i turned back over to try. my 2nd tri was a lake swim, maybe got 50 yds before i flipped over. this time only took 13 min, so about half as long. i've been hitting the pool at least 3 days a week. i know i'll be able to do at least 1, prob more sprints before st. anthonys, i'm just worried that with the distance that i won't be able to make it. i have 4+ months to get ready, so in theory i should be able to manage building the necessary endurance (just made it to 200yds in the pool w/o stopping). i just don't want to spend the money if i hit the first or second sprints next year and can't do it.

UGH!!! i'm probably just freaking myself out. i suppose if i can get 2 tris in before the deferral date (3/26) i can defer a year if i feel i won't be ready. i really like tris and want to continue, just worried i'm biting off more than i can chew at this point.

advice please.

Advice Needed: Being a triathlete in NYC

911turbo — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:08:26 GMT

Hey everyone,

Hoping for some advice on this one. I currently live in Cincinnati and enjoy the ability to train whenever, wherever. I am considering a career move that would place me in San Francisco or NYC. I can think of a million reasons why it would be great to live in either city, but when the topic of training comes up, I am genuinely concerned that my lifestyle as a triathlete will take a huge hit in NYC. Questions such as if it's possible to do a long ride on a whim (other than Central Park...), how easy it would be to do a brick, what open water training is accessible (other than the Hudson...) keep coming to mind. These questions are much easier to answer for SF, but my hope is that someone on this board has either lived in NYC as a triathlete or know someone who does/has and can tell me how feasible it is to be a successful triathlete in the city. FYI - I am a 23 year old age-grouper who loves the sport and wants to perform as well as I possibly can while having fun. I do not have professional aspirations.

Thanks for your time and advice.

2010 Vineman 70.3

Fe Rick — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:17:29 GMT

Anyone know when the participants list for 2010 70.3 Vineman will come out?

How to draft in the water?

dnavarro82 — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:58:22 GMT

Should you be right behind the person? A few yards back? Off to the side a little? I tried it yesterday right behind a person (about 2 feet back) and felt like was working against the persons kick turbulence. Is there another way?

Garmin 310XT or 405CX

LaurCar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:51:52 GMT

hi all, 1st time posting in these forum!

I am going into my second year of triathlon training and racing and am looking to get a Garim. (I have been using a polar HRM, nike+ and bike computer to track progress so far)

I would like to know your thoughts on the Garmin 310XT vs the 405CX. (or possibly the 405 - I am not sure of the differnece between these two 405 models)

Which one is better suited to tri training and cons of either product?

My husband has the 305, so I am familiar with the products, I just want to be sure I get the right one for my needs. (tri training, weights)

Thanks!