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Christy replied to the topic Let's talk about salt in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 1 month ago
I can’t say I’ve ever looked at the dew point before, but I like having a more defined goal for hotter days. Thank you both for your feedback!
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Christy started the topic Let's talk about salt in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 1 month ago
With the temperatures and the humidity rising, is anyone using salt/electrolyte supplements? I’m looking at trying BASE Performance electrolyte salt, does anyone have any feedback on this or other recommendations? I’m hoping to not have to take pills on the bike or run. I found out earlier this year I have a lower heart rate, and my cardiologist…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Good Luck Racers? in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 1 month ago
Wow, thank you for sharing such a comprehensive race report! So many things to learn from your reflections, but the one that hit home for me was training like a princess. I have known that I need to get outside more, but have been making excuses and relying on the trainer and treadmill far too much. Between my trainer shredding my back tire last…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Gran Fondo Culpeper VA in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
I think I’m going to be in Denver, but if that doesn’t end up happening that sounds great!
When I looked out my window this morning, I saw the Armed Forces Cycling Classic taking place. Allows you to go at your own pace, and you do as many laps as you can fit in the allotted time. Obviously too late this year, but a good race to keep in mind for…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Easy run/heart rate in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
For the 5-10%, I was referring to the percentage of an easy workout that I would be running versus 90-95% I would be walking. But I think what you said was true also, if I’m walking/jogging my easy workouts in zone 3, probably only 5-10% of my total workout time would be in zone 2. I’ll redo my run test during my next short workout. Hopefully…[Read more]
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Christy started the topic IRONMAN 70.3 EAGLEMAN in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
For those who will be competing the Eagleman as their target race, I hope training is going well and this is the start of a much anticipated taper. For those who are not racing, does anyone have an interest in volunteering for the event? I thought it might be fun to be a part of the finish line crew and be right in the middle of all the action.…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Easy run/heart rate in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
I was guessing based on the Garmin zones that “easy” was zone 2, but in doing my third scheduled run at the above pace, I would estimate if I stay within zone 2 I am only running 5-10% of the workout. After reviewing the Athlete’s Guide, it looks like easy is in zone 2.
I did the LT tests. For the bike, I felt comfortable that it was a fairly…[Read more]
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Christy started the topic Easy run/heart rate in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
Hello All!
I wanted to see if anyone else had/is having problems keeping their heart rate low while running. For the easy run where no heart rate is specified, I’ve slowed down my pace but within a minute or two of the warmup, I’m in zone 3. I’ll jog until I hit zone 4 and then walk until it drops to zone 2, and then start to jog again. These…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Peasantman Follow Up in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
I’ll share what I picked up from the run clinic. During the previous run clinic, they kept referencing that your arm swing should be from “nip to hip.” I can’t remember what the demonstration looked like, but I interpreted that to mean that your hand would be crossing across your body up to your chest and then diagonally down to the hip. In this…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Peasantman Finalized Schedule in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 4 months ago
I was planning on doing the open water race but not the triathlon on Sunday. Can we still attend the clinics on Saturday as part of the HIP or Escape from Saigon Open Water Race, or are the clinics only open to those participating in the triathlon?
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Christy started the topic Discounts on DC Tri Club Partners in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 4 months ago
Hi Everybody!
I’m sure everyone has things they are buying for training and their race, and I just wanted to remind everybody to check out the DC Tri Club Partners to see if they offers discounts on things you are looking to buy. I got some new cycling shoes and accessories from the Trek shop in Clarendon and didn’t know they were a Partner! When…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Half Ironman On-Bike Nutrition in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 5 months ago
Hi Liz!
I’m also looking for a bento box, and the one I’m leaning towards is the large profile design e-pack that Coach AJ also recommended. Can you share which one you have, and what about it you don’t like? It’d be good to also look out for features/designs that do not work well. Thanks!
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Christy replied to the topic NUTRITION!!!!! in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 5 months ago
Since my race is in September and my training plan hasn’t started yet, I’ve been working on pre and post workout food/drink. One hour before a workout I’ll have 4 ounces of orange juice and 16 ounces of water. After working out I’ll have 6 ounces of tart cherry juice, a protein shake blended with frozen berries, and as much water as I want. I…[Read more]
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Christy replied to the topic Puerto Rico 70.3 in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 5 months ago
Congratulations Cindy, what an accomplishment through some very tough circumstances! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with the group 🙂
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Christy replied to the topic saturday bike — conte’s ride — march 16 in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 5 months ago
I didn’t see the post until after I slept in that morning! Ended up going for a ride along the water on the Virginia side but it was really windy. If I can plan ahead of time I’ll join in sometimes 🙂
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Christy replied to the topic Clinic Day Agendas – March 3 & March 10 in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 5 months ago
Hello Everybody,
I’ve looked again in the forum and on the HIP main page, can someone please point me in the direction of the handouts for injury prevention, foam rolling, and nutrition? I asked a few others at the clinic today and they hadn’t found it either.
Thanks!
Christy