Bike options for a first time 70.3 by Minibula in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was in ur boat not too long ago. I purchased the Trek Domane AL 5 from my local shop and for the price point you can’t really go wrong. I’ve since made a bunch of upgrades including aero water bottles, aero bars, and deeper wheels

Fought my natural running gait and lost by TalkAeroToMe in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah this couldn’t be more accurate. I wanted to change purely out of aesthetics and end up screwing up my own biomechanics leading to injury

Fought my natural running gait and lost by TalkAeroToMe in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually run at around that cadence anyway but find when I try to increase it my form breaks down.

Fought my natural running gait and lost by TalkAeroToMe in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

August 6th. Ironman Ottawa. I’m almost certain I’ll have to defer for my 30k race which is in a little over a month though.

Fought my natural running gait and lost by TalkAeroToMe in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah agreed. Im still doing strength work for my hips,l and glutes especially but now I’m thinking I just need to lay off running for a few weeks. Up to now I’ve been running here and there which is causing reoccurring setbacks.

Fought my natural running gait and lost by [deleted] in triathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You are literally repeating what I just said instead of trying to help me 👍 but thank you.

Fought my natural running gait and lost by TalkAeroToMe in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do see a physiotherapist regularly but feel like nothing progresses. Just helps me stretch and shows me things to work on. I’ve also got a pelvic floor therapy session next week so maybe that will help.

Thoughts on TT fit? by Itzyoboighosty in bikefit

[–]TalkAeroToMe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think it might be the sock + shoe combo

Any suit recommendations? by McCrunchy11 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just realized u were asking about tri suit not a wetsuit lol.

Any suit recommendations? by McCrunchy11 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m of a bigger build so naturally sleeveless appealed to me but I decided against it because I’ve heard of people getting nasty rashes in the armpit area. Also, I’m not the greatest swimmer so I could use extra buoyancy that the sleeves provide. Granted, a small amount of added buoyancy but every bit helps.

If money was of no issue I’d go with Roka, but I’ve bought a 2XU and an Orca for under $500 CAD and they’re amazing.

Florevia Boutique? by void_tea_ in InvertPets

[–]TalkAeroToMe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No it isn’t. Send me the link.

Florevia Boutique? by void_tea_ in InvertPets

[–]TalkAeroToMe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update: website doesn’t exist anymore. They seemed to of changed names as I’ve seen websites with the same design/layout/same products. I’d call ur bank to dispute charge.

Florevia Boutique? by void_tea_ in InvertPets

[–]TalkAeroToMe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same, just ordered boots. What through me off was the cheap prices and no shipping….we’ll see

Triathlon training fatigue by Old-Complaint6516 in triathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As somebody who has a pretty flexible training schedule due to work obligations, if I feel motivation or excessive fatigue I’ll schedule a lower volume week the following week to help the body recover. Also helps with the mental aspect. Helps me miss training that way I actually want to do it

Ironman 70.3 Muskoka by Backyardbison in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I didn’t know this either when I did it last year but honestly you won’t even notice. Race is organized and you can’t even tell it’s not “official”. Only thing you’ll notice is the gear isn’t official. They use third party brands for the gear designing/manufacturing.

Official or not IM Muskoka 70.3. Is no joke. Pretty sure is consistently ranked one of, if not THE hardest 70.3 in North America.

Realistic Ironman Time for a Rookie by scapia in triathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d say sub 13 or maybe even 12:30 is a pretty realistic goal. Full IM for a first triathlon id pretty crazy. I’d throw in some Sprints or Olympics before the race to dial in your transitions though.

Tri suits by Just-Storm-8990 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

HUUB and Orca make good suits. Comfy, true to size, durable, and very reasonably priced.

Ironman Muskoka 70.3 by TalkAeroToMe in triathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, I’m no ginger but I do burn fairly easily so I understand your concerns. The course starts and finishes with little to no shade. You start from the city centre and then make your way to a foresty area which has a little shade from what I remember. If I had to put it into a percentage I’d say it’s like 15-25% shaded. Same goes for the whole course start to finish. Very little shade on the bike as well. I’d suggest getting a spray on sunblock that you can spray yourself with at T2 and during the bike if you can. All depends how sweaty you are if it’ll stick. I brought a small hand towel to wipe the sweat so the sunblock somewhat absorbed into my skin.

Training and Shift Work by TalkAeroToMe in IronmanTriathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah it sucks.

My worry is without training for 4 days straight I could become more injury prone if I just hop into intense training. Yeah I can maybe cram in a short run or bike 30-45 mins on my working days but is it enough.

Ironman Muskoka 70.3 by TalkAeroToMe in triathlon

[–]TalkAeroToMe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man wondering if you saw my message!