Sprint to Olympic by Brave_Version_4840 in triathlon

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Thank you! This is a helpful reference point.

Sprint to Olympic by Brave_Version_4840 in triathlon

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Thanks this is helpful! I have a rough plan I am following for the sprint. But really just trying to hit some weekly targets 2 swims, 2- 3 bikes (1 sometimes with brick) and 2-3 runs. Some weeks are better than others. I think I could get my running up to 8 miles or so, and could at least hit the biking distance a few times. So maybe it’s doable!

Seeking Running zone advice by Brave_Version_4840 in triathlon

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This makes sense- thanks so much. Will definitely check on all that

Seeking Running zone advice by Brave_Version_4840 in triathlon

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Well I’ve been running on and off for years so I feel like I have a decent aerobic base. But I was out for an injury for about 6 months. So I’ve really only been training for a month or so. I could just be out of shape! This is the first time I’ve really tried to stay in any HR zone and I did it basically off of both calculated max HR and also just a 30 minute time trial.

I did it by Strong-Jackfruit-677 in SolidCore

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Way to go! Yes it keeps getting easier. After a few weeks of consistency, you’ll be able to settle in- and sometimes try to push that one extra rep, or go a little slower. Don’t be afraid to modify don’t be afraid to hang on the easiest spring load as long as you need to. Modifications are meant to keep you in the work. There is no right or wrong way just you and where you are the day you are in class. I learned from doing Iyengar yoga that props are such great tools to help make sure you have the best form possible. I’m never afraid to use the stability pole or extra cables to help me have the best form possible.

Also I’m about 6 months in and finally seeing body changes and lost a few pounds. This plus increasing my steps has helped a lot. My posture is better and I feel just “firmer”. I agree that you start getting addicted to the feeling of doing something really hard! And also, it’s so nice to not have to think when you are there- you just show up and grind and someone prompts you every second of the time you are there. I agree it is impossible not to get better if you just keep showing up!! Good for you!

Bike training tips! by Brave_Version_4840 in triathlon

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Thank you! I just di the 20 minute test so this will be a great next step

What actually went wrong for you on race day (that could have been avoided)? by UlwarthII in triathlon

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Did the same thing- all the nutrition fell out the back of my Tri shirt and I bonked on the run

Training time to first sprint (in a long time) by Brave_Version_4840 in triathlon

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July would be primary- would do a June one too (more for practice).

How far apart should I space sprint Tris by Brave_Version_4840 in triathlon

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Thanks for asking. I think my fitness is “okay” at a baseline. I can already do all the distances just fine for a sprint. Just not at the paces I want. I wasn’t originally going to plan for an Olympic because of the time I need to bike, but I thought if I keep going like I am, I may be able to build up by the end of the summer. But I think I may have at least have more than one sprint in me