tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.comments2023-06-16T04:35:40.006-05:00mAd ScIEntIsT gONe tRIaThLEtEAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00001939735842170857noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-48533749648623285822016-05-10T18:32:09.055-05:002016-05-10T18:32:09.055-05:00It's encouraging to witness this. then we'...It's encouraging to witness this. then we'll really have something<br /><br /><a href="http://www.85play-games.com/" rel="nofollow">Game of Thrones</a>, <a href="http://www.y8y8co.com/" rel="nofollow">Glory</a>, <a href="http://www.friv2games.org.uk/" rel="nofollow">Friv2 games</a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10703678154624024583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-53633589554063282122016-05-10T18:30:18.994-05:002016-05-10T18:30:18.994-05:00Can't wait to see lich bane kassadins in solo ...Can't wait to see lich bane kassadins in solo queue...<br /><a href="http://www.85play-games.com/" rel="nofollow">Game of Thrones</a>, <a href="http://www.y8y8co.com/" rel="nofollow">Glory</a>, <a href="http://www.friv2games.org.uk/" rel="nofollow">Friv2 games</a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10703678154624024583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-32569139170738275372014-06-11T21:59:14.049-05:002014-06-11T21:59:14.049-05:00Thanks for sharing your story Helen! Thanks for sharing your story Helen! Kirkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16310976596409617975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-78893629912429861962014-06-11T21:24:32.162-05:002014-06-11T21:24:32.162-05:00Good post Helen....we love you anyway!Good post Helen....we love you anyway!TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-47089746846005234572014-04-26T19:01:37.593-05:002014-04-26T19:01:37.593-05:00Whoa girl.....you skipped from day 1 to last day.....Whoa girl.....you skipped from day 1 to last day....what is it we weren't supposed to know about??? Great job superwoman!TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-28508577388130824402014-03-09T19:35:51.286-05:002014-03-09T19:35:51.286-05:00Thanks Kat! It's a tough decision and I was no...Thanks Kat! It's a tough decision and I was not able to get advice when I originally entered the pro field, so hopefully this will help others :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00001939735842170857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-18093181523081790072013-11-25T18:15:36.507-06:002013-11-25T18:15:36.507-06:00Attn: Helen Phipps #Professional #Triathlete
Fr...Attn: Helen Phipps #Professional #Triathlete <br />From: Darin Armstrong #TeamLIVESTRONG<br /><br />***Special #FollowFriday #Shoutout To: @DrHelenPhipps #Professional #Triathlete (#Swim #Bike #Run) - http://HelenPhipps.blogspot.com <br /><br />Hello Helen, <br />The above is what your #Twitter #FollowFriday #Shoutout will look like this Friday should you do a 'mutual' following with me on twitter. If you want changes made above, not a problem. ('Smart Individual Marketing/PR')<br /><br />Just a quick email to ask if you would be interested in a ‘mutual’ following on twitter that will benefit you. (Ex: I am providing 'Anytime’ #RT's for all #Ironman #Triathletes #Cyclists #UltraRunners #Marathoners #FitnessProfessionals who follow me on Twitter and have something important they want mentioned for support…Over 41K folks at your access. '5x #Ironman #Champion @HeatherGollnick is one of our biggest supporters'...). I am currently following you now and am awaiting your follow-back... <br /><br />All the very best for the rest of 2013 & beyond Helen. Look forward to hearing from you... <br /><br />(PS. Helen, should you follow back, I'll be giving you a 'Stand Alone' #FollowFriday #Shoutout including your 'website' this Friday...) <br /> <br />Darin<br />twitter.com/DarinArmstrong<br />#TeamLIVESTRONGDarin Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11254102375198572165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-52570735271853295492013-11-25T18:11:32.944-06:002013-11-25T18:11:32.944-06:00This comment has been removed by the author.Darin Armstronghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11254102375198572165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-64768861313196900582013-11-14T15:45:17.079-06:002013-11-14T15:45:17.079-06:00Thanks Dr. Helen! xxThanks Dr. Helen! xxk10's kreationshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08325280020240205292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-64246070831170809272013-10-23T20:29:40.467-05:002013-10-23T20:29:40.467-05:00Kristen,
IM is such a huge endeavor and the recove...Kristen,<br />IM is such a huge endeavor and the recovery can take a long time depending on many factors. Yes, I always hear the 3-letter excuse that most medical professionals provide to patients that it’s all because of ‘a-g-e’ and it drives me crazy. Aging does take a toll on us, but rarely does the degradation due to age occur rapidly. Also, the argument that endurance running causes arthritis was not supported in several research efforts. In fact, exercise is highly recommended for aging adults suffering from arthritis. However, if you already have a pre-existing knee or shoulder condition then running or swimming may make it worse. <br /><br />http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3042669/<br />http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16790540<br />http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22977327<br /><br />There are a TON of peer reviewed publications showing insignificant difference between running and arthritis onset. <br /><br />Personally, I believe that triathlon can keep us young to some extent but ONLY if we do it smart. Doing it smart means: 1 – building volume and pace at a safe progression, and 2 – continue injury prevention strength training throughout the year – during the on and off-season. <br /><br />After my first few marathons, I had hip problems and IT band pain so bad I had to stop running. I have also DNF’ed a marathon because my hip and knee felt soooo bad even though I had done a marathon before. I never did any strength training, ran on sloped roads, and tried to run too far-too fast-too soon. This same trend can occur in swimming. For me, it tends to happen after long periods of inactivity or taper. <br /><br />My first and most important suggestion is to see an MD to check for pre-existing conditions. They may recommend a physical therapist that will then show you a bunch of exercises based on weaknesses they find. You may remember my back going out after my 2 years of pseudo retirement from triathlon. I couldn’t walk completely upright for 2 months and was terrified that I’d never be able to race again! My physical therapist identified some muscle imbalances that were worsening the pain due to my bulging discs. Between him and Coach Karen, I did daily leg and core strengthening exercises religiously. All of the exercises are using body weight too so no need to make an extra trip to the gym. Now, I only need to do them a few times per week. If I don’t, my body unpleasantly reminds me. <br /><br />Secondly, I suggest you start by just training for the fun of it. No pressure. No watch. Just enjoy what feels good. I put my GPS watch aside so I wouldn’t get sad staring at the numbers. I trained until I felt good and looked forward to going out for workouts. Always following the cardinal rule: don’t increase mileage by more than 10% per week. When you put the GPS back on, don’t let the statistics do a number on you! I don’t even wear a watch in some races because I will stare at it too much instead of focusing on going hard. <br /><br />Lastly, make sure you’re getting the right nutrients. A lot of folks don’t realize they’re low in critical vitamins, etc until they continually feel like crap! My hair and nails got really brittle because of my poor diet. I kept smelling ammonia after hard workouts because I wasn’t eating enough carbs. Many friends discovered they were low on Vitamin D after a simple blood test. Your MD may be able to prescribe a good multivitamin for you! <br /><br />You’re NOT doomed! We all need a break sometimes. We are often faster after we recover from them. I completely feel your frustration with constantly being derailed by injuries. I really think the strength training specific for injury prevention will help. NOT pumping iron to get HUGE like a body builder. Just enough to stabilize the svelt body you’ve got now!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00001939735842170857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-11779415511617395712013-10-21T10:24:21.363-05:002013-10-21T10:24:21.363-05:00Dear Dr. Helen,
After IMFL last year, it seems li...Dear Dr. Helen,<br /><br />After IMFL last year, it seems like no matter what I decide my next fitness goal is, as soon as I start training for it I get hurt. E.g. I signed up for a marathon and my hip is hurt. I decided to try competing with swimming, now I have tendonitis in my shoulder. Is it just a factor of age? Could I be training wrong? Am I just doomed? <br />Kristenk10's kreationshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08325280020240205292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-35162460822290241452013-07-01T20:58:01.884-05:002013-07-01T20:58:01.884-05:00Hurry up and get here. We miss you.Hurry up and get here. We miss you.TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-74168523003211753792013-02-04T19:14:16.883-06:002013-02-04T19:14:16.883-06:00OMG.OMG.TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-6059940333230758272012-11-25T22:36:03.978-06:002012-11-25T22:36:03.978-06:00Go Helen! How about "training" for thos...Go Helen! How about "training" for those transitions at home? It would be the easiest part of your whole training routine. You could do it in slow motion at first and then time them. It might help you to figure out easier ways to do it when you aren't under pressure. We are proud of you no matter where you place. Not too many have the added pressure of a full-time job and full-time school in addition to training. PS-tell Steve no speedos in San Antonio. I think they are a ticketable item. lolTravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-14625796256693458422012-09-24T22:02:55.322-05:002012-09-24T22:02:55.322-05:00one point of contention...I agree with the "d...one point of contention...I agree with the "don't do anything on race day that you don't do in training" bit EXCEPT: DRINK the chicken broth! it's amazing!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13803193296710238127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-67271730596537639122012-06-24T11:12:31.044-05:002012-06-24T11:12:31.044-05:00Go Helen!Go Helen!TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-33657156836736973792012-04-19T23:21:15.668-05:002012-04-19T23:21:15.668-05:00Glad this fits you so much better but you will nev...Glad this fits you so much better but you will never convince me that riding 50 miles (even 5) doesn't hurt. lolTravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-68146207005964842042012-04-16T08:47:46.509-05:002012-04-16T08:47:46.509-05:00Roger is a true professional. He couples his expe...Roger is a true professional. He couples his expertice with the customer's feedback to make a perfect match between man and machine!SSimplifyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503510400910928618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-43938251596929119032012-04-06T21:51:47.632-05:002012-04-06T21:51:47.632-05:00ShivShivdelslowlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06216577376875114006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-4668007259637312982012-02-12T20:18:48.940-06:002012-02-12T20:18:48.940-06:00Considering what would happen to me biking or runn...Considering what would happen to me biking or running with you, it would have to be "When the Saints Coming In" as that is what would happen.TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-9600851288964750612012-01-07T22:23:15.440-06:002012-01-07T22:23:15.440-06:00Your hot, smart and fast! Signed, your biggest fa...Your hot, smart and fast! Signed, your biggest fan!!!SSimplifyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503510400910928618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-59373212011616180452011-12-30T22:37:21.502-06:002011-12-30T22:37:21.502-06:00Now that you know where to go, go there now and bu...Now that you know where to go, go there now and buy them out!!! ;)SSimplifyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14503510400910928618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-34148790400730195892011-12-30T22:02:49.908-06:002011-12-30T22:02:49.908-06:00Oh, I knew I shouldn't have let him leave you ...Oh, I knew I shouldn't have let him leave you at home alone. The entire pantry will be filled with the stuff.TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-76722871991005661742011-09-26T20:36:25.357-05:002011-09-26T20:36:25.357-05:00I knew you had to be stressed but you always keep ...I knew you had to be stressed but you always keep so quiet about it. We are missing you but glad to hear that you are getting so much done at school. New job is working out okay too, right? I heard your presentation was GREAT, we are so proud of you. Deep breath, it is going to be okay.TravelingLongdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07562207397650862936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3550038348644785038.post-58301885921603860742011-05-26T17:27:06.292-05:002011-05-26T17:27:06.292-05:00You'll get there in time! I remember high sch...You'll get there in time! I remember high school swim practice - at least my school surely put us to work (can't say much about our competition though since we were always undefeated, haha). <br /><br />Keep putting in the work (as you can around a Ph.D.) and it'll come together!Kurt @ Becoming An Ironmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13865313303891773591noreply@blogger.com