Archive for April 13th, 2009

Triathlon Tips for Newbies

Posted by sheila in Tips and Advice on April 13, 2009

So, I saw a Tweet on Twitter from Active.com regarding “Last words” before a first Triathlon. The Tweet linked to this forum discussion:

Any last words?

So, turns out that Active.com has an entire forum devoted to the topic of 

Newbies (New Triathletes)

Who knew? Well, apparently quite a few people, but it’s news to me.

So important news, also, since I am planning to do a triathlon for the first time in a couple of months…

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Boston Marathon Tips

Posted by sheila in Race Events on April 13, 2009

So, in 7 days I’m running the Boston Marathon.

Here’s an interesting article my husband found for me with tips on preparing for and running the Boston:

Boston Marathon, Tips to get you to the Finish Line

I haven’t read the whole thing, yet, but the suggestion to bring a mattress or make your own out of garbage bags and rolled up newspapers for reclining on during the long wait in the “Village” is certainly nothing I’d ever have thought of on my own.

Will read the rest later…

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