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2007-07-27 10:07 AM

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Subject: To race or not to race... next weekend
I need some advice from you all. I planned on racing in Jack's Generic Tri here in Austin next weekend. The race is only a sprint. I haven't registered for the race yet, because I caught the stomach flu (or something along those lines) last weekend. I've been sick since Saturday. I haven't been able to train and I can hardly stomach a meal but it is slowly getting better. I'm feeling better but still not 100%. Should I go ahead and race in 8 days or hang on a little longer and volunteer for this race? I'm going to be out there no matter what, but I can decide in what form. My nutrition has completely gone to Hades since Saturday. My body was wrecked. Training just hasn't happened since Saturday. However, I think I'll be able to train this weekend and next. Suggestions?


2007-07-27 11:03 AM
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How was your preparation prior to getting sick? Were you on track to race?

If so, I'd say go for it.
2007-07-27 11:04 AM
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Know thyself and be good to thy body. I assume you're doing all the good stuff like hydrating properly, replacing electrolytes, etc.

Sounds like the worst is over--if it is, eeeeease back into training ... if it feels good, continue; if not, don't. In any case I'd do slower/shorter sessions until you're at least 90% back. This may not happen in a week.

If you are good at holding yourself back, you could look at the tri as a training session. Take it easy, really enjoy the race and participants and spectators, stretch. The best case scenario is you might feel great and be able to kick in. But I wouldn't go in expecting to "race."

 

2007-07-27 11:07 AM
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Subject: RE: To race or not to race... next weekend
briderdt - 2007-07-27 11:03 AM

How was your preparation prior to getting sick? Were you on track to race?

If so, I'd say go for it.


My preparation prior to getting sick was great. I was right on track and had raced a couple of weeks prior and even set a new PR.
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