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Subject: Long time runner looking to TRI a new way to waste heart beats!
Start of by saying thanks to the genius who started this forum and site. So as you can tell from the subject of this thread I am a long time distance runner looking to get into triathlons. I have been racing with my legs for the last 10 years and started having back pain, numbness and pain down my right leg at the beginning of the year during a race. I had minimal invasive spine surgery for herniated/bugleing disk (L5-S1). Had a lot of scar tissue around my siatic nerve. Dr told me maybe I need to cut back on the distance. I am not ready to become a couch potato or herded into the Crossfit Farm. If you have insight on bikes/gear or startup training that would be awesome.

Oh yeah.. I am also 6'5 so I am having trouble finding a bike.
If anyone is local ( Fort Lauderdale FL)


Kevin


2015-10-20 10:05 AM
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Subject: RE: Long time runner looking to TRI a new way to waste heart beats!

Kevin,

Welcome to the site. Your heartbeats will not be wasted!  You may find swimming to be your new favorite sport.  I started out running like you, biking doesn't do it much for me but I have come to love the easy-on-the-body workout that swimming offers...plus I just like the water.  Are you near the beach? 

Let us know what questions you have and good luck.

2015-10-20 12:39 PM
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Subject: RE: Long time runner looking to TRI a new way to waste heart beats!
Welcome Kevin!
You might check out the Florida forum and see if there is anyone near you.
We also have Classified ads from members who are selling bikes and other gear.
Are you looking for a new bike, or used? There are some good articles on the site about selecting a bike that fits.
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