Some of you have asked, and for those that are interested, here is an update on how my triathlon training is coming along:
Biking Part - I have always loved biking and could go all day. I timed myself the other day and on a gradual incline, facing a head wind, on a mountain bike that slows me down, I made it just over three miles in 12 minutes. I'm sure that's not much to the pros, but I'll take it.
Running Part - I don't love running that much, but I have finally conquered being able to run 2 measley miles without collapsing and gasping for my life. I know that isn't real impressive, but I only have to run 1.7 miles for the race.
Swimming Part - I am going to drown.
I am pretty sure that when this race is over, I'll stick to bike tours and NO races. I don't mind training for the Speedy Spaniard, but I would be surprised if I ever signed up to actually do it. Who needs the pressure? And as far as swimming goes, I am just glad to say when this summer is over, I can stick my face under water without invoking sheer panic. Mission accomplished.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Triathlon Update
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9 comments:
I applaud your two measly miles. More than I can do, honey. Bravo to you!
Progress is progress however you measure it. Good job!!
Are you doing the triathlon at the Scera pool in Orem? My neighbor and I are training for the same one (novice) and I feel the same as you. Although the running is what's going to kill me. I can do the swimming no problem, but I just about died running a mile and a half this morning. But hey, we've got two and a half more weeks to train. Good luck!
I am thrilled someone I know is going to be there too! Good luck to you as well! The novice tri is the very one I signed up for.
I second Jenni's comments. I'm so proud of you!!
Ha ha ha ha ha ha!! Good luck! bah ha ha ha ha (*I really am a nice person, but that is just funny)
Good job!
I love swimming. That would be the one part that I could do. Running is not my thing.
You are doing better than I ever could. Way to go, girl!! Keep it up.
Congratulations for even setting the goal. I tried to start running and can barely go 1 mile at a steady pace, so I quit. You're doing great! Keep it up!
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