We were warned -- be comfortable in your own skin, you are who you are. I am who I am.
There's really nowhere to hide when wearing a bathing suit, bike shorts, bike jersey, or what I bought myself yesterday, a one-piece tri-suit.
After my diaper experience on Saturday morning, a recommendation from the clinic instructors to get some seat time on the bike with the smaller chamois in the shorts, and Lisa's comment about being more comfortable swimming in a tri-suit than a bathing suit, I did just that. Wore it for my swim yesterday, and it was awesome! I swam 2000 meters last night, my TriPower exercises this morning followed by yoga, then a group ride tonight of just over 38k. I am loving this training!
The Try-a-Tri I registered for is a 375 meter swim/10k bike/2.5k run for those of you who asked. Speaking of run, I have my appointment tomorrow evening with my sports doc. The elliptical on monday was pain-free, with a lot less tightness in my calf compared to Thursday, so I'm really hoping I get some good news tomorrow, even if just to run a short distance after getting off the bike to test things out, to get the legs used to feeling like bricks. My fingers are crossed!
**if I appear to be offline, not responding to posts, I may be away for a few days. My uncle has gotten a very grave diagnosis, given less than 2 weeks to live almost a week ago. My cousin has booked a one-way ticket to fly down and spend his final days with him, I will be heading out there for a funeral soon. I'm scared to check my email, and to answer my phone. :(
Cancer really effin' sucks... and that doesn't even begin to describe it.**
38 comments:
cancer really does effin suck. I'm sorry to hear about your uncle. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts.
good luck with the follow up appointment and glad to hear the new suit is working out well! take care.
Damn, the big "C" strikes again. Sorry for the news....best of luck and my prayers are with you and your family!
Good luck at the sports med doc...I hope you get some good news!
I hope you get good news tomorrow. I'm glad you are enjoying your training, especially in the sexy 1-piece suit.
As far as you uncle goes, I'm sorry. Cancer is my big fear. For myself or anyone I care about.
Cancer really does suck. I'm so sorry about your uncle. ((hugs)).
I'm so sorry about you uncle. Everyday it seems cancer seems to anger me in new ways. I'll be thinking of you and your family.
That is one cool tri-suit!
I'm sure it will mean a lot to your uncle to be surrounded by loved ones during his last moments. It's a tough time.
Stay strong and God Bless!
So sorry to hear about your uncle.
I'm sorry to hear your news. :( I'll be thinking of you. If you need anything at all, even just to vent, you have my email.
Sorry about your unclde.
Glad you found something that works for you (clothingwise). :-)
Cancer is such an aweful thing. Sorry about your uncle.
Cancer is such an aweful thing. Sorry about your uncle.
Cancer just sucks. I'd add more adjectives, but won't so people don't get in trouble with their work web filters.
Sorry to hear it. :(
Sorry to hear the news.
Maybe you can wear the tri suit at one point, an give your family a good laugh - everyone looks a little silly on those things :)
Sorry to hear about your uncle. Cancer does suck.
Your first tri suit! Very nice. Glad you're feeling so comfortable in it too.
I'm so sorry about your uncle. :( Cancer sucks so much. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
I am so sorry.. Hang in there..
yea cancer does suck, sorry to hear about your uncle. it's gotten everyone in my family that has passed.
the tri suit sounds great, though. I'm debating ordering one before my tri august 16th. thanks for the review.
so sorry to hear the news
oh my thoughts are with you, these things are so tough, though you have some perspective I'm sure to help offer the family
oh mel, so sorry to hear! i will be thinking of you and your family a lot, and hoping that you will all be able to find comfort.
i am so glad your leg is doing better and the elliptical is going well. hope the appt today goes well so you get some GOOD news.
I'm so sorry to hear about your uncle. :o(
Hopefully you get some good news at the doc.
Sorry to hear about your uncle. I'll be thinking of you.
By the way, you are becoming hardcore tri girl! :)
I'm sorry about your uncle. Your family will be in my prayers.
Love the Tri-suit! You will be soon acquiring all sorts of other 'paraphenalia' ha ha.
G'Luck with the follow up - I hope you get a green light! (not that you need it - you are already on GO Girl!)
Cyndi
So sorry to hear about your uncle, sistre! Yes, "sucks" doesn't eben begin to describe it.
Good luck with the doctor.
I posted in response on my blog, how much higher is your heart rate then the regular formula.
OMG... I am so sad to see this news. You and your entire family will be in my thoughts.
CANCER DOES SUCK!!!!!!
I thought there were going to pictures that left little the imagination. My bad!!
Yes cancer does suck. I lost my mother this year. She found out in Dec and was gone by Feb. The plus is there was little suffering.
Keep your head up and look for the positive--but I don't need to tell you that.
Sorry about your uncle! So sad.
Great job on the swim. Your Try a tri is only 345 and you're doing 2000, nice job!
I am considering a Tri suit, haven't decided on a two piece or one piece. Wonder which one shows less rolls, hahaha.
Oh Mel, I am so sorry to hear about your uncle! I hope you get to spend time with him!
Wow! 2000 m swim? You are awesome. Hope you cn start running soon.
Sorry to hear about your uncle. Sending lots positive thoughts your way.
Cool suit and the tri thing is just too awesome.
I'm so sorry to hear about your Uncle. Cancer stinks.
Your tri suit is super cool! Good luck at your Dr. appointment and enjoy your training.
I hear that tri shorts are the way to go, you should hook up with KelownaGurl she's got a tonne of advice.
Sorry to hear about your uncle, total suckage!
So sorry to hear about your uncle. That just rots. I'm sending you my best :-)
Mel - I'm sorry to hear about your uncle. Cancer is awful all around :(
Cancer is always a big stroke of challenge to anyone. Its like a very strong storm that it will call for your stronger hope and strongest faith. Just be positive. Keep the fire burning! ; )
Yes, my dad died of cancer and it totally sucks. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Glad to hear the tri suit worked for you and the elliptical went well.
Since you posted this on Tuesday and it's Friday and it's unusual for you not to post for four days I assume you got the dreaded phone call (or email). I hope you are ok and I'm thinking of you.
MEL- i'm so sorry about your uncle-- i hope you and your family can all be stronger being together.
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