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Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o)
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 2007-04-30 12:35 PM |
Veteran  269   Greensboro, NC |  Subject: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o)I've decided to do a few triathlons this summer because it's something I've mulled around for a while....and now I'm really excited about it! I've never been much of an athlete, but I feel totally encouraged by everything I read....it sounds like no one will be boo-ing me for being the last one in  ) I fully admit that I will be the last one across the finish line because I have a small bit of torn cartilage in one knee (doctors won't operate on it because it's small and I'm only 26), but I'm still pumped for training! |
| 2007-04-30 12:50 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Master 1831  Keller Tx | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Welcome to the nut farm! If anything, You will find that the last few people to cross the line will get more cheering than any other in the race! Train how you can with that knee to stay healthy, and you'll quickly find out you are hooked! |
| 2007-04-30 1:54 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Expert 675 West Metro Atlanta, GA | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Welcome! There's no shame in being the last one across the line. In fact, there's a saying... DFL>DNF>DNS - "Dead freakin' last" is better than "did not finish" is better than "Did not start". So just by toeing the line, you're a winner! Hope you enjoy your time here at BT and in the "BOP" (Back of the Pack)... it's where all of us cool kids are. |
| 2007-04-30 2:14 PM in reply to: #781875 |
Veteran 269 Greensboro, NC | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) shepherd - 2007-04-30 1:54 PM Welcome! There's no shame in being the last one across the line. In fact, there's a saying... DFL>DNF>DNS - "Dead freakin' last" is better than "did not finish" is better than "Did not start". So just by toeing the line, you're a winner! Hope you enjoy your time here at BT and in the "BOP" (Back of the Pack)... it's where all of us cool kids are. Thanks for your encouragement. I need a shirt or something with the DFL>DNF>DNS saying on it!! Off to Cafepress I go to make me one! |
| 2007-04-30 2:27 PM in reply to: #781931 |
Pro 4089 Without house | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) androgenie - 2007-04-30 2:14 PM I need a shirt or something with the DFL>DNF>DNS saying on it!! Off to Cafepress I go to make me one! You can probably find one on Cafepress.com Welcome to BT! |
| 2007-04-30 4:55 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Veteran 242 | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Welcome to BT! You'll find plenty of support here and make lots of friends. And believe me there are plenty of us who started out just wanting to finish  And we did! |
| 2007-04-30 7:59 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Extreme Veteran 426 Bay Area- California | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Welcome and congratulations on finding the most amazing sport with the most amazing people! I can't think of other athletic events where the competitors cheer for eachother while competing! Really, this weekend I had a disappointing race, and the encouragement the other competitors gave while I struggled was the best. You will feel welcomed and included in any of the events you chose to do and you will be great! |
| 2007-04-30 9:11 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Member 164 Minneapolis | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) I hope I get a toaster for brining a newbie on board. I met Casey at my tri yesterday. She was volunteering but was already training for the next tri- Minneman in June. She does not know it but I will be there when she crosses the finish line- hell I might be right next to her. your weight and your gear does not matter, all that matters is your heart, if you have heart you will also finish anything you start. glad you are here! BGT |
| 2007-04-30 9:16 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Master 2447 White Oak, Texas | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Welcome to BT I started last year Short Fat and Broken. This year i am not as fat, not as broken but still short I guess two out of three aint bad. You can do it just stick with it. |
| 2007-04-30 11:27 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Master 1468 Tampa, Fl | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Keep at it. When I start triathlons I had a chronic bad knee caused by a high/low block that hyperextended my knee and dislocated my kneecap. Because of triathlon my knee has felt better than it has since I was 18. |
| 2007-05-01 10:41 AM in reply to: #782788 |
Veteran 269 Greensboro, NC | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) that's encouraging. I did manage to get 3.1 miles in on the treadmill, about 15 minutes of it was a slow jog, the rest walking....running actually feels better on my knee than walking most of the time (I must have a better running gait than walking!). Thanks for the warm welcomes! |
| 2007-05-01 2:19 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Extreme Veteran 586 Waterboro, Maine | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) I recommend a Danskin triathlon for your first one. The camraderie and good vibes are amazing. If there is one near you, I highly recommend it! - Maureen |
| 2007-05-01 2:23 PM in reply to: #783845 |
Veteran 269 Greensboro, NC | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) I'm doing Danskin as my second tri! I really want the medal, which is really a huge part of the appeal. It's going to be a bit rough since it's about a week after my first one....but I'll take the first one pretty easy, then I'll have a personal best to beat!! |
| 2007-05-01 3:13 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Veteran 157 | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Welcome! I'm brand new at this too- haven't even offically started a training program. I haven't a clue how I'm going to finish this, I just know I really want to! Good luck! |
| 2007-05-01 3:19 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Champion 4902 Ottawa, Ontario | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Casey, welcome aboard BT. You say that you have a chunk of cartilage missing from your knee. Just strengthen the muscles around your knees with excercise ... like cycling and slow running. I have no cartilage in my left knee and the right one is torn right down the middle and I still log in lots of kilometrage on the bike and run. I even plan on doing an IM this September. It's just a matter of pulling back when you feel and pain or stop altogether. You can always pick it up "tomorrow". |
| 2007-05-01 10:58 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Regular 75 Northern California | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) I too was short fat and broken when i started, training fixed all but the short thing. still havent found a way to get taller. anyhoo welcome and good luck. |
| 2007-05-03 12:07 PM in reply to: #781643 |
Master 1696 Surprise, Arizona | Subject: RE: Short fat & broken newbie triathlete :o) Welcome, and I hope you find triathlon to be as physically and mentally rewarding as most of us do. And, just so you know, those of us at the back of the pack get the most applause and have the most fun! Good luck! |
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