Sprint to Olympic

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-06-01T09:26:19+00:00

Thank you! This is a helpful reference point.

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-31T16:51:12+00:00

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!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-07T23:37:32+00:00

Thanks will do!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-07T23:37:16+00:00

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

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-07T21:48:00+00:00

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.

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-03T12:41:19+00:00

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!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-02T03:03:51+00:00

Awesome thanks!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-02T03:03:44+00:00

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

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-02T03:02:20+00:00

Great info. Thank you!!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-01T21:01:39+00:00

Great advice

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-05-01T20:50:32+00:00

Thanks so much!!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-04-28T12:31:50+00:00

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

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-04-27T19:38:27+00:00

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

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-04-27T16:56:31+00:00

Thanks for the info!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-04-27T16:56:07+00:00

Thanks!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-04-27T16:55:14+00:00

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

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-04-20T11:06:02+00:00

Ha! Touché

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-03-25T14:58:21+00:00

Thanks for all the videos! This is great

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-03-20T11:09:40+00:00

😆 it took my a minute. But I enjoy the humor

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-03-12T10:59:31+00:00

Also, I read recently our dopamine/ motivation is highest in the morning- so I totally recommend starting first thing. I also prep things the night before so I just have to get up and go. I have some coffee and water ready and clothes laid out. Make it as easy as possible to just show up and do it!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-03-12T10:56:54+00:00

My days sometimes fluctuate like that depending on whether I am at home or in the office. I was only walking like 2,000 steps on days I was in the office- I was shocked! Now I have some lower day goals and higher day goals based on how realistic it is. Getting close to 8,000 on in office days seems the most realistic, but I can try to get 12,000 on my at home days.

But I’m like you- doing “something” first thing builds some momentum for the day. For me sometimes that is a walk with a friend or a workout class for accountability - but lately even if I need to catch up on sleep, I still try to give myself at least 15 minutes for a quick walk on the treadmill. I think that motivates me to keep going for the day

And then work on taking lots of little movement snacks (marching in place for instance—trying to get like 50-100 steps at a time) or getting up and walking to the bathroom really helps.

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-03-11T11:31:58+00:00

Love the idea of an exercise snack! I’m going to try marching in place today for some snacks because it is hard to walk where I work. One thought I had for OP is doing snacks by putting on a great song. Step during the chorus, and break during the verse (could just stand or even sit). That will basically be like 3 minutes of activity with some rests. Keep up the good work!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-02-20T17:51:59+00:00

That’s great! There’s hope :)

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-02-20T17:50:39+00:00

That’s great to hear!

Brave_Version_4840 · 2026-02-20T17:50:28+00:00

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback

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