tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post5707352832031329958..comments2023-07-17T07:39:05.491-04:00Comments on The Lazy Marathoner: Addicted to StructureKristin Bradfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06153520360380713154noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-89007610736035782532010-11-13T12:34:11.347-05:002010-11-13T12:34:11.347-05:00I follow more of a flex schedule, but I find I mus...I follow more of a flex schedule, but I find I must do some form of workout or I start to get antsy. A body in motion likes to stay in motion. I tend to deal with this problem by scheduling events so that I always have a reason to train. My season ended 2 weeks ago in Miami 70.3 and I've already got events booked for each month through next June's IMCDL.Billhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17622111498938455227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-13971123961695536982010-11-11T06:21:40.484-05:002010-11-11T06:21:40.484-05:00I'm not a triathlete, but I do find that when ...I'm not a triathlete, but I do find that when I don't have a race to train for I don't run as often as I should to keep my base fitness! I need something on the horizon to keep me motivated.Jamienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-29720267767638214062010-11-10T23:49:43.505-05:002010-11-10T23:49:43.505-05:00I wouldn't say I'm "Type A," but...I wouldn't say I'm "Type A," but I do like having a plan to follow. I don't get all worked up anymore when I don't do a workout, but I love marking off the ones I do!Aimeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17553067128072502179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-65872130211079566672010-11-10T17:22:41.192-05:002010-11-10T17:22:41.192-05:00I make my schedule as far in advance as possible a...I make my schedule as far in advance as possible and usually stick to it pretty closely unless sick or injured. (That is, unless I'm adding something new or different on top!) I think competitive sports tend to attract the Type A personalities. Hope you feel better!Pretend this is realhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08115394437330140236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-30535922473286836452010-11-10T12:30:53.276-05:002010-11-10T12:30:53.276-05:00It's definitely off season - have you read my ...It's definitely off season - have you read my blog? You aren't alone!!!!<br /><br />I'm very structured. If I'm given the option of what to do, I panic. I'm trying to be better with it in this time between my last race and my new program starting - trying new things and not freaking out if I miss a day (or two or three). <br /><br />Just know you aren't alone!<br /><br />Glad that you are feeling better!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09771758178064698651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-14389686040485730162010-11-10T11:25:49.361-05:002010-11-10T11:25:49.361-05:00Hi! Don't think I've introduced myself.. ...Hi! Don't think I've introduced myself.. I've been following your blog from the 201Ironman blog. <br /><br />I am the exact same way! Before my 2010 season ended I told my Coach I wanted a structered off season plan. She refused! She told me I need to rest and not worry 'cause some January I will be very, very structered til July 24th in Placid! At first I protested but now I am trying to enjoy my time off. Going out with friends more, staying out late and going to support the other athletes/coaches in my life. But I do miss the structure because I really have to force myself to workout now.... I need to have it on a calendar in order for me to really do it!<br />My work schedule is pretty hectic 9 months out of the year so I need to plan my training in advance as well. Right now I'm working from 830/9am to at least 7pm if not later.... that's another reason why I'm thankful for the off season!aggie21https://www.blogger.com/profile/02715699914987310946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-11213566709523709572010-11-10T08:10:23.081-05:002010-11-10T08:10:23.081-05:00I am a creature of habit during the "season&q...I am a creature of habit during the "season": Monday is recovery bike and swim, tuesday is easy run, etc etc etc.<br /><br />If ONE day gets thrown off, I go bonkers. That is my type A+++ coming out; usually I am an A- personality.<br /><br />I work 9-6, M-F, so it is really easy to plan my week out. I wish during the summer I could do 10-7 or 11-8 just so I can get longer stuff in in the morning on a more consistent basis.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03748250987644502052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6284978644306844260.post-22086222949175268432010-11-09T22:28:58.906-05:002010-11-09T22:28:58.906-05:00I have a very lax work schedule. I have found tha...I have a very lax work schedule. I have found that because I make my own hours, I need to have some structure to my training, so I get it done. Usually it is as basic as; today is a run day or today is a swim and bike day. <br /><br />However, at the same time, the ability to make my own hours allows me to set work aside when it gets too stressful and go for a run to clear my head. My boss is very understanding and knows that if I duck out for an hour or two, when I get back I'll be far more productive than trying to force a solution to a problem.<br /><br />Hope you feel better soon! It seems like everyone is dealing with illness of some sort these days. Has it been too long since your ride with Jon to blame him??? :)Ironman By Thirtyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01148960105643826347noreply@blogger.com