Laurie Penland

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Staying Connected/Motivated? in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 3 years, 6 months ago

I’m following you to Jorge! I use both Garmin and Strava as well. Seems like Strava might be more inclusive since it’s not brand specific. I hope everyone is managing okay. Staying safe and staying sane are now both a challenge!

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Staying Connected/Motivated? in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 3 years, 6 months ago

Good idea Jorge, I joined the Garmin group.

Laurie Penland started the topic Compression socks in the forum Gear Advice 3 years, 6 months ago

I am interested in hearing thoughts on compression socks. Do you train in them? If so, what is the noticeable benefit? I imagine they slow down a transition so does anyone wear them during a race?

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Training Peaks Performance Metrics in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 3 years, 7 months ago

This is all good advice and information. Thank you both! – Laurie

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Best Protein Powder? in the forum Food! 3 years, 7 months ago

I discovered that hydrolized means less clumpy when mixing.

Laurie Penland started the topic Training Peaks Performance Metrics in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 3 years, 7 months ago

I am wondering how much attention we should give to the Training Peaks Performance Metrics. Specifically, should we pay attention if the Form number is too low or too high? If yes, what is a good target number for this metric?

Laurie Penland started the topic Flu-like reaction to Chlorine in the forum Swim 3 years, 7 months ago

Does anyone else out there end up with what feels like a bad cold after swimming? Sore throat, runny sneezy nose and possibly a low grade fever? I just started using a nose plug which seems to help, but I am still getting sick. I am going to start taking a benedryl before each workout. Looking for more solutions…ideas anyone?

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Run Cadence in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 3 years, 7 months ago

Hi Justin, per foot is my understanding as well, so 180 is my garmin setting. I am struggling to keep this rate but am starting to feel the benefit holistically with arm rythm and foot placement all coming together. Then I get tired and it all falls apart…practice needed!

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Zipper vs Fingertip Drag in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 3 years, 7 months ago

Great answer! – Laurie

Laurie Penland started the topic Zipper vs Fingertip Drag in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 3 years, 7 months ago

As I was zippering during the workout last night I was wondering how the zipper drill differs from the fingertip drag. The drill is very helpful as I find my elbows are now positioning for a much better recovery, but I must be missing something. Are the two drills the same? If not, what is the significant difference?

Laurie Penland started the topic Best Protein Powder? in the forum Food! 4 years, 2 months ago

I have noticed some of these protein powders mix well and some are clumpy. They vary in protein and sugar levels as well. Does anyone have a preferred brand/type? What do I look for in a protein powder if I don’t want a clumpy drink?

Laurie Penland started the topic Podiatrist recommendations please! in the forum General Discussions 4 years, 3 months ago

I am seeking a good podiatrist who will help with ongoing foot issues which limit my running. Advice anyone?

Laurie Penland started the topic Favorite smoothies! in the forum Food! 4 years, 3 months ago

Please post your best ever smoothie recipe! Love my frozen banana, vanilla soy and whey combo but am looking for new ideas.

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Early morning workout food ideas needed! in the forum Food! 4 years, 3 months ago

Thanks Nik! I will keep that in mind this weekend with 3 back to back bike rides at BikeVirginia. If all else fails I guess I can order a pizza! (lol Ed!)

Laurie Penland started the topic Early morning workout food ideas needed! in the forum Food! 4 years, 3 months ago

Hi all, I am not a morning person and have a hard enough time getting going. I am looking for nutrition ideas to get me out the door with the energy to last for a long workout. Please share your regimen here!

Laurie Penland replied to the topic Stress fracture on its way… in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 6 years, 3 months ago

Ugh. Wishing I could stay in denial and keep running but I guess its best to face the facts early on. Thanks for the advice.

Laurie Penland started the topic Stress fracture on its way… in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 6 years, 3 months ago

Hi all, I am feeling the beginnings of a stress fracture in the ball of my left foot. I went through this 10 years ago and don’t want to go through it again. Has anyone experienced this and managed to avoid a full-on fracture? My running shoes are 300+ miles so I just ordered some new ones. Any suggestions?

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