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I've never been much of a "journaler".... is that even a word? But I'll give it a try. Getting ready for a triatholon on the 14th so basically training for that. Already posted on running challenge thread my fear of water so I'm working on that too. Did an informal duo yesterday and was really happy with my time. One hour 43 min. for a 4.9 trail run (relatively easy and fun) and a 20 mile bike. Did this with a group of elite althletes and they really pulled and encouraged me. it felt good although I def. went harder than usual and kinda dealt with a headache the rest of day. Later in the eve I went to a friends house on the lake and swam the 1/2 mile to get ready for tri...I know kinda late to be training for that now, but as I said swimming freaks me out in lakes. I have to admit the swim didn't go quick but in the end it was fine. Today I'm taking a rest day. Not working out except abs. Food so far (i've been bad):
Breakfast
**2 cups coffee no sugar, light cr.
**handful of goldfish about 30
**8 oz. freshly juiced blueberry, watermelon, cucumber and pear juice (love my juicer)
Lunch**1/2 roast beef sandwich in a whole wheat bun with lettuce, tomatoe, veggie cheese and olive oil
**about 6 kettle spicty thai chips
**16 or so oz. water
**16 oz. water
 
snack:
1 cup tomatoe soup with 15 goldfish crackers
water
 
Focus, why don't you give me some advice on how you'd like me to post my journal, I hate the thought of giving you a head ache. As stated in my first journal, I admittedly said I'm a newbie "journaler". As for my nutrition, write me out a plan. I'd love to read it.
 
Hey Tracy, don't mind Focus, this is your baby, you do what you want to do. The rest, we are just guests here. If you are not sure on how to tackle it, take a look at various journals out there like chillen's, sparrow's, flyinfree's...they all have their own style, i'm sure you have yours. Just take a deep breath and...start writing!! You'll do just fine :D
 
Thanks fit. I'd hate to start journal wars, ha-ha. As stated, any nutrition advice is gladly welcome. As far as formatting my journal I'll work on it. See Focus, just gotta be nice and I'm willing to do my best, but rancid monkey ass talk just pisses me off!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
lol, just give us your stats...it's a bit late to start a journal for less than 10 days, but maybe we can do something to help you nutrition wise
 
that headache last lasted for the rest of the day is most likely dehydration. Especially with 100+ minutes.

Even if you are dringking during your workouts, it is important to stay hydrated, and then continue hydration after lengthy sweating! I know for me a long workout will knock off 5 lbs and it feels nice and light and lean, but a half gallon of water will keep me healthy. SO- I drink it.


Great workout!

best thing for that lil swimming issue, is to "swim more." It is really that simple. get in the water and move from one place to the other. the more you do that, the better you will get.
 
thank you for the great advice and words of wisdom. Funny thing about my nutrition is I am a certified nutritional consultant. Yup, my diet really isn't that bad, lots of room for improvement... I am somewhat picky. I worked for the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program for 8 years... I do know better and need to practice what I preach. That's where journaling and all you forum members will help.:)
 
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I've never been much of a "journaler". Is that even a word? But I'll give it a try:

Getting ready for a triathalon on the 14th so basically training for that. Already posted on running challenge thread my fear of water so I'm working on that too. Did an informal duo yesterday and was really happy with my time. One hour 43 min. for a 4.9 trail run (relatively easy and fun) and a 20 mile bike. Did this with a group of elite athletes and they really pulled and encouraged me. It felt good although I definitely went harder than usual and kinda dealt with a headache the rest of the day.

Later in the evening I went to a friend's house on the lake and swam the 1/2 mile to get ready for tri. I know, kinda late to be training for that now, but as I said swimming freaks me out in lakes. I have to admit the swim didn't go quick but in the end it was fine.

Today I'm taking a rest day. Not working out except abs. Food so far (I've been bad):

Breakfast

**2 cups coffee no sugar, light cr.
**handful of goldfish about 30
**8 oz. freshly juiced blueberry, watermelon, cucumber and pear juice (love my juicer)

Lunch

**1/2 roast beef sandwich in a whole wheat bun with lettuce, tomatoe, veggie cheese and olive oil
**about 6 kettle spicty thai chips
**16 or so oz. water
**16 oz. water

Quote for formatting. This is very basic, but more than enough. I'm just sayin', imo it's obnoxious not to take the extra 10 seconds pressing enter where appropriate and fixing typos.
 
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My stats...hmmm, I think this is what this means:

female age 37, will be 38 next week on Sat. (treating myself to a triatholon for my gift from me)

5'2" tall
108 lbs.

squat on smith machine 145lbs 8X
bench 85 lbs 8x

What else should I post?

My workouts vary, are usually pretty intense and I allow 1-2 rest days a week. I teach sppinning classes and bosu classes at local gym. I run 4 times week, 1 speed workout, 1-2 long runs (about 7-10 miles) and 1-2 shorter distances (about 3-4 miles). I lift weights 3 times weekly basically targetting all body parts, and the lifting program is based on my mood and what I feel like doing but its usually very thorough. Did the burpee challenge this past monday, 20 descending serts in 23.21 and want to make that an every monday thing...I got such a great workout out of that. So, that's about it. (How'd I do?....Focus, only answer if you can behave yourself!) I'll try to post some pics later.
 
As for nutrition, there isn't a single quality source of protein in your first two meals. So, I seriously doubt it.

7 Habits of Highly Effective Nutrition
Carb Cycling Codex

Later, I'll give you some neat toys I have that will greatly simplify processing and implementing the linked info. I have like.. a list of people who are waiting on it, haha. And I'M SORRY I'm so slow, but right now I gotta go embarrass myself on the trail. I'll be back!
 
Focus, wow you are truly an amazing man! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for cleaning up my first entry!!! You da man!!
 
Yes, protein has always been a problem for me...I know, I have athletic friends who hound me to no end about my protein deficiency...guilty as charged! I'll post my dinner menu tonight (in the utmost Focus fashion...using his tried and tested format Ha-ha) and will work on the protein issue.
 
tracyclang said:
Focus, wow you are truly an amazing man! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for cleaning up my first entry!!! You da man!!
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Np bb, it's the least I can do. Because, really, without my help, how would you ever be even 1/4 as awesome and beautiful as me? :ironing:
 
tracyclang said:
Yes, protein has always been a problem for me...I know, I have athletic friends who hound me to no end about my protein deficiency...guilty as charged! I'll post my dinner menu tonight (in the utmost Focus fashion...using his tried and tested format Ha-ha) and will work on the protein issue.
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K, that's better - less getting defensive, more turning down the suck.

Don't work on it, do it. It's not even remotely hard IF YOU ARENT EATING NOTHING BUT FISTFULS OF CHIPS AND CRACKERS.

Seriously, I will cut you.
 
K. I get it. No more sarcasm, I promise, just waiting and listening for good sound advice. And so far getting good advice too.
 
Supper

** 1 can albacore tuna mixed in 1/2 tomatoe, hot sauce and lemon juice
** 1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese with 1/2 cup organic blueberries
**16 oz. water
 
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