My Inner Athlete Podcast: Episode #7: Spring Training

Listen to Episode #7.

In Episode 7, Meredith talks about getting ready for the season. The earlier you start your workout schedule the more you can ease into your workout schedule. Of course, all of the good work we did during the winter will also provide a good base for the season. The first thing to do is to establish goals for your inner athlete throughout the year. Do you want to run a 5k? How about 20 5Ks? Or do you want to do the Danskin sprint triathlon with Meredith? Establishing goals for training creates a positive accomplishment you can work towards achieving.

The next thing on the list for spring training is equipment. Take the time early on to evaluate and hone the equipment that is used in your chosen sport(s). Tune up the bike. Check your running shoes, goggles, rackets and whatever else you use to thrive in your sport. This is also a great time to replace the batteries in your Heart Rate Monitor and Heart Rate chest strap.. If you want to integrate new equipment into your sport, experimenting now before training accelerates gives you a good solid block of time to get used to the new piece of equipment.

Are you ready to "Do the Danskin?" If you are lucky enough to have a spare X-chromosome then sign up for one of 8 Danskin triathlon races across the country this summer. If you have any questions about the race just remember, Yes You Can!. You can train with the folks at Jill B Nimble using Sally Edwards' Heartzones methodology. We're gonna have a blast this summer and you are invited.

Meredith also shares her experiences on the size yo-yo and muses what it is to be happy. When should one start taking care of oneself? When one reaches her goal? Meredith talks about living in the now and starting to care for our inner athletes whether they've reached their goals yet or not. Goal-reaching just like happiness occurs in the now!