I have to say, not that I am happy everyone's legs feel like they are on fire, but it is sure comforting to know that I am not alone! Thanks Mark for posting this question, and for those giving their input. I know you should always listen to your bo…
Hi Mark, I have no great advice for you but like the others, just wanted you to know I know exactly how you feel. I am on week 4 of the competitive season (my first IM is August 1) and just today, like many other days, I couldn't get my HR elevated…
John, you bring up an excellent point that I have been wondering! While I am on the bike, indoor or outside, I am having a hard time getting my HR up to 84-92% without completely burning out my legs as I need to put it on a high tension, which means…
When it comes to building up your strength, endurance, or whatever you want to call it to be able to continually swim lengths without stopping (other than to turn around), for me, there was no simple solution....you have to practice!!! Don't get dis…
I have been living in LA for 4 years and since discovering cycling about a year ago, I can't imagine living anywhere else! I have always been hesitant to do triathlons as swimming is NOT my favorite thing to do. I turn 40 this year and thought I better give this triathlon thing a try! I am hoping my first tri will not only get me over my fear of swimming in open water (albeit a river..but nonetheless...) but also come to enjoy swimming!