That's the title from an article by Marc Bloom from "Runner's World" magazine (May 2002). He writes, "You don't have to do a triathlon, but you should consider training like a triathlete. Because it will make you fitter than you've ever been before." I definitely agree with him! I competed in mountain biking for five years and thought I was in the best shape of my life, then I started racing in triathlons and saw my weight drop 10lbs., lowered my body fat %, increased muscle tone, and expand my endurance capabilities (stronger heart and lungs). Triathlon is a total body workout split into three disciplines: Swim Bike Run. The nature of the sport keeps you from getting bored with your workouts as you're doing something different each day, and the key with any fitness program to see results is to stay motivated and consistent. Triathlons are also great to set as a goal to help you stay on track with your training. The most popular triathlon is the Ironman, which consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, & 26.2 mile run, but triathlons come in many sizes. Sprint distances are 1/2 mile swim, 12 mile bike, & 3.1 mile run. Olympic distances are 1.5k (.93 mile) swim, 40k (24.8 mile) bike, & 10k (6.2 mile) run. Half Ironman is 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, & 13.1 mile run. With the proper training and time, anyone can complete a triathlon and be in the best shape of your life!
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Carl!!! Man the memories that flood back when I look at that picture of us. The first thing I thought of was the fact that neither one of us could comfortably sit down at church the next day (stinking flat course).
Thank you so much for your friendship, your focus, and your faith. I miss you more than you can know.
Will we be seeing you in Louisville in August??? I totally understand if that is impossible. Just know that you have a spot if you want it. No need to sign up. Unless of course you want to be official and get the t-shirt and all that jazz.
Anyway, thanks for the heads up on your new blog. I hope to talk to you soon man. Oh... and I might be going to the doctor pretty soon to get my neck checked out. Long story that you can ask me about sometime.
Tell Aurora 'hi' please. And check out Mandi's belly at mandianddavid.smugmug.com if you haven't already.
Talk to you soon I hope.
Buckner
By the way... that's a sweet lid that you have on in your Infinion picture.
Man do I miss California and riding with you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Carl,
You only like triathlons because you get to wear those teeny weeny little lycra outfits! Ok, ok, so that isn't completely true, but as long as you don't start wearing those baby tee looking things we are all good.
Thanks for all your guidance , support and inspiration. I couldn't be back in training with out you. Although, I sure do miss the couch. ;)
I look forward to doing the San Jose tri with you!
-Joanna
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