tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post1170268659392181957..comments2023-07-07T06:23:05.550-05:00Comments on Xaarlin: Week 3 of base building for races next yearXaarlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09103441780159368391noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-57924850466052222752015-11-16T12:57:05.062-06:002015-11-16T12:57:05.062-06:00Yeah! Keep an eye out for their group lake swims s...Yeah! Keep an eye out for their group lake swims starting in May-ish. We typically ride to Ohio Street Beach, swim, and then ride back to the store in the West Loop. Also, if you need a wetsuit I highly recommend renting one from Live Grit to try out before you buy one (if you decide to buy, that is). Unlike some places they won't just hand it to you and leave you to your own devices to figure out how to put it on :-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01535047973293442700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-65449073307387718862015-11-06T10:45:42.535-06:002015-11-06T10:45:42.535-06:00I need to google the SMART approach you mentioned....I need to google the SMART approach you mentioned. You're absolutely right- breaking down the big goal into many small goals not only makes the big goal more manageable but also gives clear direction on how to get it done!Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12846036242883194347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-36925536108189764362015-11-06T10:42:43.875-06:002015-11-06T10:42:43.875-06:00Glad to hear someone else has similar thoughts abo...Glad to hear someone else has similar thoughts about training :) it's just too mentally exhausting to be focusing on something like that for 5+ months. No thanks! Stay tuned for what my upcoming races will be :) Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12846036242883194347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-50127454164237694862015-11-06T10:41:26.105-06:002015-11-06T10:41:26.105-06:00I actually heard that Burnham quote during one of ...I actually heard that Burnham quote during one of the brewery tours I went on the past weekend. It just resonated with me so much. <br /><br />I only did the virtual run for the shirt, but the medal and bib were nice too. :) I usually hate getting more race shirts so it's super funny I went out of my way for this one. Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12846036242883194347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-32317452326263173142015-11-06T10:34:35.995-06:002015-11-06T10:34:35.995-06:00I'll definitely have to try group swimming nex...I'll definitely have to try group swimming next year :) I guess since I have only swam alone that I'm just used to it (from the 8-10 times I did it last year. It will be good to change it up :)Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12846036242883194347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-50709729352619432152015-11-06T10:33:30.312-06:002015-11-06T10:33:30.312-06:00You know it :)You know it :)Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12846036242883194347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-21046022994223826522015-11-06T10:32:54.480-06:002015-11-06T10:32:54.480-06:00That's really good to know they have group swi...That's really good to know they have group swims. It would definitely be more enjoyable to be around some other folks while swimming in the lake :)Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12846036242883194347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-89934743279418360722015-11-06T09:50:48.779-06:002015-11-06T09:50:48.779-06:00I love that Daniel Burnham quote! It's one of ...I love that Daniel Burnham quote! It's one of my favorites and it reminds me of Chicago's great history.<br /><br />That "Faster Than Boo" virtual race sounds fun! I've never done a virtual race but that shirt and medal are to die for!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-7819439501013812652015-11-03T10:19:16.900-06:002015-11-03T10:19:16.900-06:00I agree that 20 weeks is too long for a marathon c...I agree that 20 weeks is too long for a marathon cycle. If you have a good base going into the cycle, you can spend 10 to 12 weeks doing marathon specific workouts and be good to go. Looking forward to seeing what you decide as far as races and goals for next year!Pete Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09655789227670205830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-41263575929577291662015-11-02T16:42:26.526-06:002015-11-02T16:42:26.526-06:00That is a great shirt! Good call. :)That is a great shirt! Good call. :)Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09695890488184466585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-9567841581743494042015-11-02T14:29:21.498-06:002015-11-02T14:29:21.498-06:00I've always liked the idea of smaller goals. I...I've always liked the idea of smaller goals. I hate to go all corporate, but we use S.M.A.R.T. goals at work, which I've always found really helpful. It's all the mini goals that help reach the big ones!Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18403024177515079403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-38312597368917465552015-11-02T14:18:44.779-06:002015-11-02T14:18:44.779-06:00Wahoo! I agree with Erin - I personally find it i...Wahoo! I agree with Erin - I personally find it incredibly challenging swimming by myself. Group swimming is SO much easier for me. I look forward to seeing how your training evolves! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17152316282069493934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-77386102190808164912015-11-02T14:04:02.306-06:002015-11-02T14:04:02.306-06:00I think you will rock any goal you set your mind t...I think you will rock any goal you set your mind to!Michelle @ www.movinitwithmichelle.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04819142037609485717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659111169994174275.post-29152311528240139592015-11-02T13:23:39.069-06:002015-11-02T13:23:39.069-06:00I know you're kind of a "lone wolf" ...I know you're kind of a "lone wolf" when it comes to training, but I will say that swimming with the Live Grit crew gave me so much more swim confidence. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01535047973293442700noreply@blogger.com