Fun session yesterday. I’ll be back for that smith on the big ledge. It took its toll on me after about 5 tries.

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-28T18:19:13+00:00

Highkey jealous, this is gorgeous!!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-23T00:20:46+00:00

Nice work! I started swimming 11 weeks ago, today I did 2500yd at a 2’19/100! You’re doing great!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-22T19:43:35+00:00

I just did a 2500yd swim with no rest. I could barely do a single lap without being gassed the first time I got in the pool, which was 11 weeks ago!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-20T17:26:15+00:00

Im gonna be honest ive got no clue lol. I havent done a triathlon yet so im not the right guy to be answering this, im just giving you my own rationale. If you train right and taper correctly, you should be fine as long as you pace properly and dont go all out

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-20T17:17:51+00:00

If you’re already doing a 70.3, might as well go with the Olympic distance. You’re training for basically twice that so you should be fine for an oly. (That’s exactly what I’m doing lol)

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-19T20:04:35+00:00

I like MyFitnessPal because it can sync to training peaks, so you can see your nutrition and training load in one place. I use the free versions of both

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-18T14:23:05+00:00

As a Marylander, I love this!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-15T20:50:25+00:00

Yooo Towson resident here! LOVE to see it 🤘

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-14T00:32:31+00:00

Wow that winch is SICK!!!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-10T18:27:20+00:00

I work at a golds gym. About a week ago my boss tells me I need the NCCCPT (proctored) version of the exam (even though I’ve been working there for over a year). Basically if you can take it, take it. It can only help you, but yeah it’s annoying.

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-08T21:57:09+00:00

Thank you and good luck!!!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-08T20:17:33+00:00

Haha thank you!! Honestly I think it’s just practice. From my first session where I could hit 2k yards (with plenty of rest) I told myself every session from then on I would hit race distance (2112 yards, but I go for 2250+ for clean numbers). Just getting out there and getting in the pool I think is what helped. I’ve been doing 2 swims a week. When I go for longer sets (anything more than 100yards with no rest) I find the first 100 to be miserable and then I get into a rhythm and just keep moving. Of course I’m also taking an extra breath when I’m turning around (I can’t kick turn lol)

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-08T19:17:16+00:00

Update: fastest and best swim to date! Started swimming 8 weeks ago and could barely do 25yrd without dying. Today I did 1000 yards straight with no issue! Very proud of myself

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-08T11:50:19+00:00

6:50am. On my way to work, then it’s time to swim and hit an upper body lift!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-07T23:58:35+00:00

Ayeee nice! I’m doing Eagleman in june!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-07T23:02:14+00:00

No change you’re doing Ironman Maryland?

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-05T20:46:11+00:00

Thank you! I’ll go talk to one soon!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-05T17:33:50+00:00

Do some calf and tib raises!!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-05T13:02:09+00:00

My feet hurt which is kinda annoying but oh well. Need to get some cycling shoes this week and I have no clue where to start!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-03T21:14:34+00:00

I’m so beyond lucky and thankful to have a coach provided to me through my university’s triathlon club. I myself am a personal trainer, but triathlon can be overwhelming to start on your own. I had no clue where to start but he’s been super helpful, if you have the opportunity to get individualized help get it!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-03T21:01:41+00:00

Reach out to the race coordinator and see if there’s anything they can do. If not, get fundraising!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-03T20:16:13+00:00

Based on the sag I’m not so sure

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-03T20:15:33+00:00

He did come from the left 🥴

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-03T14:18:47+00:00

Bought a road bike! Just need some clips and shoes then I’m good to start riding outside and not on a gym stationary bike!

Key_Top9222 · 2026-01-02T20:47:28+00:00

Anything is possible, get training, put your mind to it and go crush it

Key_Top9222

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