How I did it: Practice, practice, practice. I worked out regularly at least 5 times/week and increased/staggered my intensity and distance in swimming, biking, running, lifting over 6 months. Also read some books, got some tips online, and did a few shorter events before the Olympic distance tri.

Lessons & tips: Don't give up. The hardest part is starting the workouts, but you'll feel great once you get going and will feel energized afterwards.

Resources: http://www.active.com/

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May 27, 2009, 08:50AM PDT | 1 comment | 1 cheer