Former Marine to Couch Potato to Newbie Triathlete

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2011-09-15 9:12 PM

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Subject: Former Marine to Couch Potato to Newbie Triathlete

Howdy folks. I've been lurking on the site for a couple weeks now. I was the type that occasionally worked out, did some light cardio exercises.  So one day I thought I would revisit an old dream of mine and that was to compete in Triathlons.  So I started off about 4 weeks ago by finding this site. I did a lot of research on the free programs and decided with me being about 30 LBS overweight, I'd start with the bike.  Now I have my Specialized Elite and fell instantly in love with riding.  I started out riding 6 miles the first week then jumped to 12 the next week.  Then I thought to myself, 'remember those plans on the site?'  How about going back and following them.  I'm currently following the beginner bike program, once I'm finished with that I plan on moving to one of the Sprint training programs.

By the way, the 3 weeks I've had the bike along with diet change, I've dropped 10 LBS.  Okay so there is my rambling dribble.  I look forward to advancing my training and learning from the more experienced Triathletes here.

 

Semper Fi!



Edited by JarheadUSMC 2011-09-15 9:37 PM

2011-09-15 10:17 PM
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Hey there! How long ago were you in the Corps?
2011-09-15 10:18 PM
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Welcome and enjoy the journey.  Great job on the 1st 10 lbs.
2011-09-15 10:33 PM
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I served in 1st Battalion, 1st Mar Div from 80-84.  I wanted to get into Triathlons when I got out however I soon had more pressing priorities such as marriage, kids etc.  Now they're grown and out of the house, it's me time.
2011-09-16 5:55 PM
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Great job so far and keep it up!
2011-09-16 6:29 PM
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Well semper fi salt dog! I was in 1st btn 3rd mar from 05-09. Loved it and hated it at the same time. 

I always enjoy seeing and hearing about former Marines taking up triathlon. Hope the training continues to go well for you!

2011-09-16 7:41 PM
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Great Job.  Have fun.  Remember to wear a helmet, let someone know your route, don't let

the knucklehead anti bike bums ride you into the ditch.   Feel free to keep asking the questions.  Lots of knowledge here.

2011-09-16 8:37 PM
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Welcome to BT Jarhead.  USNRET here The plans are great but the big thing is to have fun see ya in cup of joe
2011-09-16 10:02 PM
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Outstanding Devil Dog!!  Welcome to the party!  2MAW, MWSS-274 from 1991 to 1995 at good old Cherry Point here.

 

PS- How about that Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Dakota Meyer?!?!  That Marine is the very essence of courage and Espirit de Corps!  

2011-09-17 8:11 AM
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Subject: RE: Former Marine to Couch Potato to Newbie Triathlete

I'm used to the bike haters as I have to deal with that stuff when I'm on my Harley as well.

 

Thank you for the warm welcome. I'm thoroughly enjoying the training and the fact that I feel so much better than I did just 2 or 3 months ago. I can tell it will only get better. 

 

Any tips on pre-workout nutrition?  Post training I typically have my whey protein shake.



Edited by JarheadUSMC 2011-09-17 8:12 AM
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