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Thanks for the info!! I looked around and there are some hotel spots, but I opted to rent out a cabin from July 22-27. I posted the info to the IMLP facebook page but if anyone here is interested, here are the details:
Hi!! For those looking for a place to stay for the race, I have a cabin rented and am looking to fill some spots. It is located in Wilmington which is about a 20 min drive from the starting line. It has two bedrooms, one with a solo bed that I’ll be in and a second room with 2 bunk beds. I have 3 bunk bed spots open and the couch if need be. I have the place booked from July 22-27. A spot for the entire duration will be $300 per person. It is dog friendly, but a fee for the pet will probably be required by the host. Message me if interested or if you want more details, thanks!
Wow, so much good information here!! Who would have thought that a season with virtually no races could be so beneficial and fun? Thanks Megan for starting this thread, I think it’s important to reflect on all the good things in spite of the dumpster fire that is 2020.
Sharing some of my experiences:
- I have learned the hard way that supplemental core/glute work is non-negotiable. At the start of the season I still had a nagging IT band issue and since then I went to PT, got a running analysis done, but MOST IMPORTANTLY, continued consistently and diligently doing core and glute exercises. I know it is easy to dismiss but when your hard work and progress is halted because you didn’t do your clamshells, it’s very disheartening. So now I do about 30 minutes of core and/or glute work almost every day, I try and make it part of my daily routine.
- I got a new (to me) bike that I’ve started riding and I love it!! Such a world of difference from my starter bike, it really gave me a new love for riding. Now to just sink money into upgrades haha.
- Speaking of Podcasts (thanks for the recommendation Jason!), I pretty much exhausted the Triathlon Training Podcast by Eric Schwartz a few months ago and it has a ton of good info (though it’s slightly dated). From personal experiences and race notes from Eric – which are super helpful, to speaking to professional athletes, bike fit experts, running experts, shoe people, nutrition people, it covers almost everything and more!
- Training has kept me sane (for the most part lol) in these crazy times. When you can’t go out and socialize like normal, these workouts were pretty much therapy for me. It was good to get out, clear my head, see something other than my living room, and breathe some fresh air.
Congrats Jason on the podium, that’s exciting! You are in an elite category for the year haha.
And Coach AJ, congrats on completing the GVRAT, that sounds like a tremendous experience and a great accomplishment!
I still have this wetsuit, still new in box. Looks like we’ll be subjected to open water practices for a while so perhaps a good time for a new suit! Open to offers as well, thanks!
Thanks for the input Joseph and AJ! I took your advice and started PT yesterday. My PT quickly identified some muscle weaknesses and some serious tightness that I’ll be working out over the next few weeks.
I think it depends on how much time you give yourself between eating and working out. If you want to eat something quick and then get right to working out, you should eat easily digestible carbs, like fruits or a piece of toast (white) with a little jam on it. Maybe half a bagel or something. I like to go with a banana and a piece of toast, quick to digest and not to heavy in the stomach. Maybe a little bit of (like 4-8oz) orange juice for an extra little boost.
If you’re giving yourself a little more time, like more than 30 minutes (or need energy for longer workouts) you might want to go for some more complex carbs. Wheat toast vs white, or oatmeal or cereal. Pair those with some fruit and I think you’d be good to go.
I’m not a nutritionist, but this is what works for me, hope this helps!