I'm so glad that this past week is over. I have had three midterms and a presentation and have not had time to do much other than study. I want to get out and run or hike or something. This summer my dad and I are going to do a triathlon (a super sprint triathlon) so all of the distances are much shorter than normal triathlons. I've been swimming a lot but still am not too good at longer distances, after 50m I'm ready for a quick breather. I'll have to work on this a lot more, but I like feeling like I have something to train towards rather than just doing some cardio. Hopefully it will go well and I can work my way up to Olympic distance, I don't think I even want to try for the 1/2 Ironman. By the way the picture is courtesy of my cousin, Scott, who just finished a triathlon. I think his team got third? Anyways, any good tips on training and such? My foot has been kind of bothering me so I don't want to run too much. But I think it is only two miles so I think I should be okay on the running.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Spring Training
I'm so glad that this past week is over. I have had three midterms and a presentation and have not had time to do much other than study. I want to get out and run or hike or something. This summer my dad and I are going to do a triathlon (a super sprint triathlon) so all of the distances are much shorter than normal triathlons. I've been swimming a lot but still am not too good at longer distances, after 50m I'm ready for a quick breather. I'll have to work on this a lot more, but I like feeling like I have something to train towards rather than just doing some cardio. Hopefully it will go well and I can work my way up to Olympic distance, I don't think I even want to try for the 1/2 Ironman. By the way the picture is courtesy of my cousin, Scott, who just finished a triathlon. I think his team got third? Anyways, any good tips on training and such? My foot has been kind of bothering me so I don't want to run too much. But I think it is only two miles so I think I should be okay on the running.
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Good for you Katy!! I really enjoy setting goals as it makes the training more enjoyable. What a great bonding experience for you and your Dad too! Keep us posted on the location, would love to cheer you on if I can.
ReplyDeleteI will check with Erin on training tips since she is the marathon queen around these parts ;-)
Yeah, I'm really excited!! It's in Rancho Seco Park at the end of August, I think the 29th. But I'm not done with summer school until the 27th so I went have a lot of time to actually practice with my dad except for weekends when I am home. But he's way faster than I am anyways! I'd love any tips. I don't understand how she can do marathons, I can't even imagine running that far!
ReplyDeleteGood Luck with everything, glad your hectic week is over! I always run into your parents at Mikunis... :) I just love your family! Hope you had a relaxing weekend!
ReplyDeleteHey Katie,
ReplyDeleteSo my biggest tip is to start slow on runs. Really, take it easy, don't push too hard!
Good shoes and maybe even inserts are a must as well. Feel free to e-mail me if you have any questions.....
erin.vestal@gmail.com
:)
Happy training!
Thanks Erin!
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