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Planning: 2011 Ironman Assessment

So I’ve signed up for: 2011 Eagleman Ironman 70.3 2011 Ironman Lake Placid I think I am jumping the gun 6-12 months too soon, where another year’s worth of training would build my base fitness up to that level more … Continue reading

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preview: Ironman Lake Placid

2010 Ironman Lake Placid Transition Area Crazy Idea: Sign-up to do 2011 Ironman Lake Placid

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bike: practice lap of Ironman Lake Placid course

practice lap of Ironman Lake Placid courseSlept in, (needing the sleep), missing the swim start. Got to the transition area late in the morning and watched the race. Got out my bike shortly after the 1:30pm first bike lap cutoff. Planned on biking … Continue reading

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112.71 – bike: SRT & PT (7.3.10)

Iron Century #1 of 2010Celebrated day 1 of the Tour de France by riding an Iron Century. Was aiming for a 15.5-16.0 tempo, yet did better, holding 16.7-17.0 throughout my ride, which included some climbs in Manayunk.

Getting stronger and faster on th… Continue reading

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2010 Eagleman Ironman 70.3 Transition Area Run/Walk

2010 Eagleman Ironman 70.3 Transition Area Run/Walk Lancaster County’s Andrew Yoder is first off the bike course Distance: 1.0mi Felt: good

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goal setting: 2011 Ironman

Which 2011 Ironman? Ironman Lake Placid (7.24.2011*) Ironman Louisville (8.28.2011*) Ironman Florida (11.5.2011*) Ironman Arizona (11.20.2011*) * based on same day of the month in 2010, plus one year

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planning: 1st Half Ironman

For 2010, I’m registered for: Pittsburgh Marathon – May 2 Philly Sprint Tri – June 27 Pittsburgh International Tri – Aug 1 Philly Livestrong Challenge (100mi) – Aug 21-22 Here are some candidates:

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training: Figuring out performance goals

The question I have is what are the rules and qualifying times for both the Ironman and Half-Ironman.  You definately need to know this up front so you know what your long term training goals are.   (I’m not one that … Continue reading

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beach: Dewey Beach (8.9.09)

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beach: Dewey Beach (8.9.09) No biking, running, kayaking, though some mild swimming (nothing worthy of a log entry).  Just a lazy day on the beach in Del with friends! Though not my first time at the Ocean or touching the … Continue reading

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