I think I was most anxious about getting on and off the bike. This probably had something to do with my attempting to mount the bike like a horse went I went shopping. I just had this nightmare vision of me trying to get off the bike when I got to the end of the … Continue reading Bike Basics: The most basic of basics
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Bike Basics: Securing Your First Ride
I did 95% of my bike training for my first race on a stationary bike in front of the tv. I thought that I could build up the endurance on the stationary bike and be just fine when I acquired a bike bike, and I was half right. I did build up the endurance, but I … Continue reading Bike Basics: Securing Your First Ride
The First Time: A Beginner’s Guide to Hitting the Pool
Here’s how much I worry about looking like an idiot: My doctor recommended I switch from running to swimming to give an injury time to heal, but I was so unsure of what to wear, what to do, and how to act that I was afraid to even buy a swim cap. My gym has a … Continue reading The First Time: A Beginner’s Guide to Hitting the Pool
The First Time: Things to know for your first open water swim
My first open water swim was very short and very awkward. I asked my best friend to paddle board next to me because I didn't want to go alone and because I wanted to have medical assistance that wouldn't bill my insurance nearby. I survived, and at least I only looked like an idiot in front … Continue reading The First Time: Things to know for your first open water swim
My First Open Water Swim: Look like an idiot or drown?
Going into my first tri, I had one open water swim practice under my belt. I knew it wasn’t the best idea, but I figured it was close enough to pool swimming that I’d be fine. My swim start was first thing in the morning and the sun was just rising over the mountains, right … Continue reading My First Open Water Swim: Look like an idiot or drown?
The Anxious Triathlete 