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Tuesday, September 18, 2012
How to Prepare for the Triathalon
Step 1
Research the exact requirements of the triathlon you will be entering, including length of each segment, terrain, previous times of competitors in your skill range, expected weather conditions, support offered and any special rules.
Step 2
Purchase or secure all of the equipment necessary for the triathlon, including bike, wetsuit, goggles, shoes, socks, shorts, shirts and helmet.
Step 3
Create a training plan that addresses each area of the event, and set up a schedule for training for each segment.
Step 4
Create a periodization plan that considers the number of weeks or months you have prior to your event.
Step 5
Practice making transitions between events.
Step 6
Create and follow a diet plan that decreases fat and increases calories, including lean protein, complex carbohydrates and water.
"BRING IT X's 2"
Monday, September 17, 2012
(B)=Before...(A)=After...(D)
=Difference
2 Wk Measurements
(September 3, 2012 - September 17, 2012)
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Weight...(B)=165.6...(A)166.
2...
4...(D)= .6
Neck...(B)=15 1/2...(A)=15 1/2...(D)= 0
Chest...(B)=37 1/2...(A)=38...(D)= 1/2
Rt & Lt Arm (Flexed)...(B)=14...(A)=13 3/4...(D)= -1/4
Waist...(B)=33 1/4...(A)=33...(D)= - 1/4
Hips...(B)=36...(A)=35 3/4...(D)
= -1/2
Rt & Lt Thigh...(B)= 21...(A)=21...(D)= 0
Percentage Body Fat...(B)=15.38%...(A)=14.87%.
..(D)= - .51 %
Muscle Gain/Loss= - 1/4
Total Fat Gain/Loss= - 1 1/2
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Keep in mind that week 1, I didn't push very hard because it is a learning week. The 2nd week was still learning but I was able to push it. I pressed pause a LOT :) I still LOVE P90X2! At the rate I am going on losing body fat, I will probably be in low 13's by the end of the Phase 1.
"BRING IT X's 2"
Monday, September 17, 2012
This is in my next years bucket list. What's in yours?
How To Prepare For A Tough Mudder
1) Conquer the Pull-up
Upper body strength is crucial in Tough Mudder and many other obstacle races,
2) Lose Fat
Want to finish Tough Mudder quickly? Try dropping some of that extra weight you’re carrying around.
3) Increase Your Aerobic Capacity
Tough Mudder is known for its obstacles, but it’s mostly an aerobic fitness event.
4) Diversify Your Training
Between those three runs, you’ll want to perform two to three 30-minute, total-body resistance training sessions. These can include pull-ups, pushups, lunges, squats, mountain climbers, bodyweight rows, and dips as your main moves. As you get stronger, add weight to squats and lunges. Do three sets of eight to 12 reps per exercise.
5) Taper
Cutting back on your training (or “tapering”) just before an event is a proven strategy for endurance athletes, and the Tough Mudder is no exception.
6) Bring Friends
Tough Mudder encourages team participation and racing with friends can be a blast.
7) Carpe Diem
When race day arrives, make sure you arrive prepared. Go to bed early the night before, and register for an early start time.
"BRING IT X's 2"
Friday, September 14, 2012
Think positively
Think positively, negative feelings can set back your gains.
Have a great weekend Spark Friends!!
"BRING IT X's 2"
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Ward off stress
Take time to relax and reflect every day.
"BRING IT X's 2"
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