I'm still learning how to work this device - goodness. Pasting the manual here so I can find it easily!
http://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/forerunner920/EN-US/GUID-C850508C-E4A9-41D5-BEFA-FC939FB502A7.html
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Garmins Galore
Garmins providing me numbers since 2007, as you can see from my super old, but reliable Forerunner 305. Really, I will now only be using the 920 XT for the next 7 months!
Friday, December 25, 2015
Black Velvet
Introducing the love of my life - Black Velvet (velv).
She captured me with her velvety smooth gearing. We will become quite intimate over the next 7 months, as Velv cares for my legs, shoulders, sanity, and lady parts.
I really only want one thing for Christmas 👪, but Velv can help me turn my sights toward health and healing.
Welcome to life Black Velvet, let's go the distance.
She captured me with her velvety smooth gearing. We will become quite intimate over the next 7 months, as Velv cares for my legs, shoulders, sanity, and lady parts.
I really only want one thing for Christmas 👪, but Velv can help me turn my sights toward health and healing.
Welcome to life Black Velvet, let's go the distance.
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Snowy Run
It's a tradition for me to run either 12/24 or 12/25 or both.
I love love love running in the snow and running on the holidays!
Got in a 7 mile snowy run today!
I love love love running in the snow and running on the holidays!
Got in a 7 mile snowy run today!
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Hill Options
Issaquah has great hills!
http://www.sufferinsummits.com/
The first few hills, Grandridge, Squawk and Talus are good training options, particularly if you include them with loops around Lake Sammamish.
The others are also great options, but are generally much steeper than much of IMC. Take care with the descents on the rides starting near the Issaquah Zoo area. Many are super steep and finish at busy intersections. Ride only when the streets are free of leaves and dry!
http://www.sufferinsummits.com/
The first few hills, Grandridge, Squawk and Talus are good training options, particularly if you include them with loops around Lake Sammamish.
The others are also great options, but are generally much steeper than much of IMC. Take care with the descents on the rides starting near the Issaquah Zoo area. Many are super steep and finish at busy intersections. Ride only when the streets are free of leaves and dry!
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
5th Hour in the Water
This week, I'm getting in 3 swims to make up for the missed sessions last week.
We warmed up with 25 yards any stroke, returning with free style. Then moved to 3x300, with the goal of getting them a little faster each time. Our slow lane goal was to leave every 7 minutes. It took a while for me to get the hang of my watch but by the third set, I was keeping up with the group and didn't feel tired. I could have sprinted the last 25 yards. We closed the session by putting on fins and doing 25 yard sprints, racing another person. I liked that, can go fast when I'm competing with someone else.
It's fun to watch the calendar fill up with summaries. Can't wait to get more numbers in there!
I'm extremely sore and tight. I have a lot of neck, shoulder blade, and lower back pain. I'm a little worried about it - brings back memories from the 2011 China swim injury that annoyed me for 4-5 months. I took an Epsom salt bath last night. I'm trying to maintain good sitting posture and stay relaxed so I don't get a stiff neck. I hope tonight's swim is nice and graceful. I need to get a YOGA session in VERY VERY SOON!
We warmed up with 25 yards any stroke, returning with free style. Then moved to 3x300, with the goal of getting them a little faster each time. Our slow lane goal was to leave every 7 minutes. It took a while for me to get the hang of my watch but by the third set, I was keeping up with the group and didn't feel tired. I could have sprinted the last 25 yards. We closed the session by putting on fins and doing 25 yard sprints, racing another person. I liked that, can go fast when I'm competing with someone else.
It's fun to watch the calendar fill up with summaries. Can't wait to get more numbers in there!
I'm extremely sore and tight. I have a lot of neck, shoulder blade, and lower back pain. I'm a little worried about it - brings back memories from the 2011 China swim injury that annoyed me for 4-5 months. I took an Epsom salt bath last night. I'm trying to maintain good sitting posture and stay relaxed so I don't get a stiff neck. I hope tonight's swim is nice and graceful. I need to get a YOGA session in VERY VERY SOON!
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Coach contract signed
It's official - I have a new BFF! She's an amazing lady, will write more soon.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
So Many Online Resources
There really is so much out there about TRI's and getting started. I was introduced to the FB group Women For Tri and Swim Bike Run Sell/Trade.
I love reading the ladies inspirational posts. There are a lot of experiences shared, which gives support, but also ideas of how to deal with situations. Over 12,000 WOMEN on this page - UNBELIEVABLE!!
I love reading the ladies inspirational posts. There are a lot of experiences shared, which gives support, but also ideas of how to deal with situations. Over 12,000 WOMEN on this page - UNBELIEVABLE!!
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