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Jean S. Barto
Guest
Hi Folks--
Been thinking lately of training for sprint to Olympic distance triathlons, primarily because my
body (mostly legs) can no longer take the wear and tear of just running, and I need to burn more
calories than when I was younger.
When I'm in shape and at a lighter weight I'm a 29:30 5K runner. Right now I'm recovering from an
injury and can only run 1/4 mile or so before stopping to walk a bit. No idea on swimming or bike
times, but I'm definitely faster swimming than running right now. I'm female, 48 years old, 5'3"
tall and weigh 153 lbs right now, should weigh 120 or so.
Are there websites/training programs out there for middle-aged beginners? Most sites out there seem
to be geared to younger folks, or in any case those with natural athletic prowess!
thanks in advance,
Jean in VA
--
"If you are going through hell, keep going."
Winston Churchill
Been thinking lately of training for sprint to Olympic distance triathlons, primarily because my
body (mostly legs) can no longer take the wear and tear of just running, and I need to burn more
calories than when I was younger.
When I'm in shape and at a lighter weight I'm a 29:30 5K runner. Right now I'm recovering from an
injury and can only run 1/4 mile or so before stopping to walk a bit. No idea on swimming or bike
times, but I'm definitely faster swimming than running right now. I'm female, 48 years old, 5'3"
tall and weigh 153 lbs right now, should weigh 120 or so.
Are there websites/training programs out there for middle-aged beginners? Most sites out there seem
to be geared to younger folks, or in any case those with natural athletic prowess!
thanks in advance,
Jean in VA
--
"If you are going through hell, keep going."
Winston Churchill