MAY "You MAY Pick" Challenge--ALL WELCOME! (Page 2)

Yippee! MISS KITTY CAT, Goddess Supreme of Challenges, is back in the ring! (ha ha ha ... )

Hi Tracey!

I am very happy to see EVERYONE here who has posted.

kaqphin - 2012-05-03 5:02 AM

owl_girl - 2012-05-03 2:56 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 9:26 PM

owl_girl - 2012-05-02 9:50 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 4:16 PM I also promise to stay out of TT for awhile.  Apparently admitting your own personal experiences and shortcomings is a recipe for being talked down too.  

What happened???  I'm sorry.  Being talked down to on BT is totally uncalled for!!!!

Oh everyone has differences of opinions regarding running on a treadmill.  I experience issues with my form and gait as opposed to running outside and on trails, but apparently this is false and NO one else has ever experienced this problem.  I even admitted that it was a personal problem I was experiencing, with balance issues and such, but seemed to be the target, even though others were stating they had stride issues, etc.  as well.  

I guess it's ok to answer  or give an opinion as long as you have all the answers already.  I thought this was beginner triathlete, and that instead of being snarky, they could have helped me understand a little more.  

Sorry, feel like venting a little since I felt singled out when I felt like my concerns were legit.  

Knock yourself out with the venting.  Everyone is different.

As for me, I run on a treadmill for about half of my miles.  I have a 3 year old.  Gym childcare is my savior!  Last year, I lobbied to get some super fantastic treadmills in the gym.  They bought two Woodways.  Wow!  Wonderful!!!!  The difference in the way I run is like night and day between the Woodway and the "other" treadmills.

I prefer running outside.  Unfortunately, my toddler does not like being in the running stroller anymore.  The bike trailer is a totally different story, though.  He LOVES it!!!!  Argh!!!!!

I get it! I had issues running on treadmills...

But... I did get orthotics and spent some time with a physio on the treadmill so I learnt what i was doing to cause the problem...

While Ive been super lazy recently I did get back to the treadmill a couple of times a week earlier in the year and for half an hour at a time (walk warm up, walking and jogging alternating, walking) without issues.. I was also stretching..

This might not work for you but I think there was something about how I adjusted my running style when I was on the treadmill causing the issue. I also was carrying quite a bit of extra weight which would have made the problem worse,

At the end of the day the person that knows your body best is you!

Thanks ladies.  I am considering leaving BT and finding a different route to accomplish the goals I have set for myself.   Not making any decisions as of yet.  

ecozenmama - 2012-05-03 7:10 AM

kaqphin - 2012-05-03 5:02 AM

owl_girl - 2012-05-03 2:56 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 9:26 PM

owl_girl - 2012-05-02 9:50 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 4:16 PM I also promise to stay out of TT for awhile.  Apparently admitting your own personal experiences and shortcomings is a recipe for being talked down too.  

What happened???  I'm sorry.  Being talked down to on BT is totally uncalled for!!!!

Oh everyone has differences of opinions regarding running on a treadmill.  I experience issues with my form and gait as opposed to running outside and on trails, but apparently this is false and NO one else has ever experienced this problem.  I even admitted that it was a personal problem I was experiencing, with balance issues and such, but seemed to be the target, even though others were stating they had stride issues, etc.  as well.  

I guess it's ok to answer  or give an opinion as long as you have all the answers already.  I thought this was beginner triathlete, and that instead of being snarky, they could have helped me understand a little more.  

Sorry, feel like venting a little since I felt singled out when I felt like my concerns were legit.  

Knock yourself out with the venting.  Everyone is different.

As for me, I run on a treadmill for about half of my miles.  I have a 3 year old.  Gym childcare is my savior!  Last year, I lobbied to get some super fantastic treadmills in the gym.  They bought two Woodways.  Wow!  Wonderful!!!!  The difference in the way I run is like night and day between the Woodway and the "other" treadmills.

I prefer running outside.  Unfortunately, my toddler does not like being in the running stroller anymore.  The bike trailer is a totally different story, though.  He LOVES it!!!!  Argh!!!!!

I get it! I had issues running on treadmills...

But... I did get orthotics and spent some time with a physio on the treadmill so I learnt what i was doing to cause the problem...

While Ive been super lazy recently I did get back to the treadmill a couple of times a week earlier in the year and for half an hour at a time (walk warm up, walking and jogging alternating, walking) without issues.. I was also stretching..

This might not work for you but I think there was something about how I adjusted my running style when I was on the treadmill causing the issue. I also was carrying quite a bit of extra weight which would have made the problem worse,

At the end of the day the person that knows your body best is you!

Thanks ladies.  I am considering leaving BT and finding a different route to accomplish the goals I have set for myself.   Not making any decisions as of yet.  

Another great section of BT is the Mentor groups.  Join a mentor group and you will get a lot of support and great advice.

kns57 - 2012-05-03 8:58 AM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-03 7:10 AM

kaqphin - 2012-05-03 5:02 AM

owl_girl - 2012-05-03 2:56 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 9:26 PM

owl_girl - 2012-05-02 9:50 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 4:16 PM I also promise to stay out of TT for awhile.  Apparently admitting your own personal experiences and shortcomings is a recipe for being talked down too.  

What happened???  I'm sorry.  Being talked down to on BT is totally uncalled for!!!!

Oh everyone has differences of opinions regarding running on a treadmill.  I experience issues with my form and gait as opposed to running outside and on trails, but apparently this is false and NO one else has ever experienced this problem.  I even admitted that it was a personal problem I was experiencing, with balance issues and such, but seemed to be the target, even though others were stating they had stride issues, etc.  as well.  

I guess it's ok to answer  or give an opinion as long as you have all the answers already.  I thought this was beginner triathlete, and that instead of being snarky, they could have helped me understand a little more.  

Sorry, feel like venting a little since I felt singled out when I felt like my concerns were legit.  

Knock yourself out with the venting.  Everyone is different.

As for me, I run on a treadmill for about half of my miles.  I have a 3 year old.  Gym childcare is my savior!  Last year, I lobbied to get some super fantastic treadmills in the gym.  They bought two Woodways.  Wow!  Wonderful!!!!  The difference in the way I run is like night and day between the Woodway and the "other" treadmills.

I prefer running outside.  Unfortunately, my toddler does not like being in the running stroller anymore.  The bike trailer is a totally different story, though.  He LOVES it!!!!  Argh!!!!!

I get it! I had issues running on treadmills...

But... I did get orthotics and spent some time with a physio on the treadmill so I learnt what i was doing to cause the problem...

While Ive been super lazy recently I did get back to the treadmill a couple of times a week earlier in the year and for half an hour at a time (walk warm up, walking and jogging alternating, walking) without issues.. I was also stretching..

This might not work for you but I think there was something about how I adjusted my running style when I was on the treadmill causing the issue. I also was carrying quite a bit of extra weight which would have made the problem worse,

At the end of the day the person that knows your body best is you!

Thanks ladies.  I am considering leaving BT and finding a different route to accomplish the goals I have set for myself.   Not making any decisions as of yet.  

A.J., I too am sorry to hear you did not have a good experience.  I will say that I tend to stay in the Challenge forum because I find a lot of support in this group.  We have fun with the challenges, and can have a bit of smack talk, but in here we all know it is fun and supportive.  I really only head out to the other forums to do a bit of research nowand then.

Another great section of BT is the Mentor groups.  Join a mentor group and you will get a lot of support and great advice.

I did join a mentor group, and it has been wonderful.  Perhaps you all have the right idea, challenge forum, mentor groups, and find the answers to my questions for reference every now and then.  I have met more wonderful people here on this site, and I guess I learned a lesson on how to navigate the forums! LOL  THANKS!!! 

ecozenmama - 2012-05-03 7:13 AM

kns57 - 2012-05-03 8:58 AM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-03 7:10 AM

kaqphin - 2012-05-03 5:02 AM

owl_girl - 2012-05-03 2:56 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 9:26 PM

owl_girl - 2012-05-02 9:50 PM

ecozenmama - 2012-05-02 4:16 PM I also promise to stay out of TT for awhile.  Apparently admitting your own personal experiences and shortcomings is a recipe for being talked down too.  

What happened???  I'm sorry.  Being talked down to on BT is totally uncalled for!!!!

Oh everyone has differences of opinions regarding running on a treadmill.  I experience issues with my form and gait as opposed to running outside and on trails, but apparently this is false and NO one else has ever experienced this problem.  I even admitted that it was a personal problem I was experiencing, with balance issues and such, but seemed to be the target, even though others were stating they had stride issues, etc.  as well.  

I guess it's ok to answer  or give an opinion as long as you have all the answers already.  I thought this was beginner triathlete, and that instead of being snarky, they could have helped me understand a little more.  

Sorry, feel like venting a little since I felt singled out when I felt like my concerns were legit.  

Knock yourself out with the venting.  Everyone is different.

As for me, I run on a treadmill for about half of my miles.  I have a 3 year old.  Gym childcare is my savior!  Last year, I lobbied to get some super fantastic treadmills in the gym.  They bought two Woodways.  Wow!  Wonderful!!!!  The difference in the way I run is like night and day between the Woodway and the "other" treadmills.

I prefer running outside.  Unfortunately, my toddler does not like being in the running stroller anymore.  The bike trailer is a totally different story, though.  He LOVES it!!!!  Argh!!!!!

I get it! I had issues running on treadmills...

But... I did get orthotics and spent some time with a physio on the treadmill so I learnt what i was doing to cause the problem...

While Ive been super lazy recently I did get back to the treadmill a couple of times a week earlier in the year and for half an hour at a time (walk warm up, walking and jogging alternating, walking) without issues.. I was also stretching..

This might not work for you but I think there was something about how I adjusted my running style when I was on the treadmill causing the issue. I also was carrying quite a bit of extra weight which would have made the problem worse,

At the end of the day the person that knows your body best is you!

Thanks ladies.  I am considering leaving BT and finding a different route to accomplish the goals I have set for myself.   Not making any decisions as of yet.  

A.J., I too am sorry to hear you did not have a good experience.  I will say that I tend to stay in the Challenge forum because I find a lot of support in this group.  We have fun with the challenges, and can have a bit of smack talk, but in here we all know it is fun and supportive.  I really only head out to the other forums to do a bit of research nowand then.

Another great section of BT is the Mentor groups.  Join a mentor group and you will get a lot of support and great advice.

I did join a mentor group, and it has been wonderful.  Perhaps you all have the right idea, challenge forum, mentor groups, and find the answers to my questions for reference every now and then.  I have met more wonderful people here on this site, and I guess I learned a lesson on how to navigate the forums! LOL  THANKS!!! 

Yes!  Stay here in the Challenges!  These peeps are awesome! 

chr15 - 2012-05-03 8:41 PM Hi Yanti!!! Any chance I can get in on this, come on it's only day 3, I need some motivation, I've been trying for months to get back into some kind of routine. My May goals are fairly tentative as I've not sustained any sort of regimen for so long now but...Run, 3 times a week, 47 miles in the monthBike, 2 times a week, 180 miles in month

YAAAAAAAY! Yes x3!

That is on Today's Order of Things for me.

I want to play this!

My two: 

1 new job

need to finalize the other one. 

I'm in.  I set goals every month but only have myself to be accountable so that is not going so well.

1) run 4x's a week at a minimum

2) only eat ice cream twice a week max -> seems easy but it's not, and also means I am done with ice cream eating for the week.

OK, I'm in.

My main goal is to get under 180 lbs. by the end of the month.  I weigh 188 as of this morning.

goal #2 would be to train every day this month.  No misses.

PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING TO OFFICIALLY JOIN THIS CHALLENGE:

Go to this link

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0An7ZkKfHG1L1dDlZSkhxOWxWbHBjRTFtYjI0U0lNMmc

And fill in your goals as per the example (and mine are there as an example as well).

Please finalize your goals by May 7. After that you can change your goals UP but please post if you are going to change them DOWN as a result of illness, unnamed but important circumstance, withdrawing from challenge, etc.

If we have enough sign-ups I may do teams.

Thank you!

I have never done a challenge.  Actually just found this part of the forums!  Apparently I am not very observant.  But this sounds interesting.

Goals for me:  375 mile bike, 80 miles run.  Both will be personal highs. 

david

Welcome, David! Great to have you and break you into the Challenges we are a fun lot. Please click on the link in the post above yours to enter your goals.

I'm in. My last day of class is tomorrow; finals are Monday and Tuesday; By May 15th, I will be free, free, free!!!

Goal 1: My son has started calling me the "crazy cupcake lady." The cafeteria here makes the most amazing cupcakes. I have at least one a day at lunch. Sometimes, I take one back to my office to have as an afternoon snack. This. Must. Stop. The cafeteria is open for only another eight days. No cupcakes for me! After it closes, I promise to not go looking for yummy cupcakes elsewhere (like at our coffee shop downtown.)

Goal 2: Lose five pounds. Hey! I'll bet if I stop eating the cupcakes . . . .

Oh, and my name is Felicia. And I love won't eat any more cupcakes.

This post is bringing tears to my eyes!

Totally what I'm working on, too ... if you noticed from my blog. Anyway, I'm reading a selection from the book Attitudes of Gratitude by M.J. Ryan every day ...

I think such things have as much to do with health as S/B/R/etc.

Oh and ... I think service is gratitude in action.