What not to wear…

dani — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:40:48 +0000

Less then two weeks till race day! Let’s talk about what we’re wearing! Just like any big event, The Oscars, The Tony awards, The first day of school…it’s all about what you’re wearing! Ok, so maybe it’s not that important but comfort trumps style this time and the right clothing for a big race is a big deal!

Let’s talk options!

Option #1: The oh so beautiful TriSuite!

TriSuits are an all in one wonder garment that transitions perfectly from the pool to the bike to the road for your run! They are made to dry fast and help out in your transitions! No need to change! One of the advantages of a TriSuite is that the shorts are padded for the bike ride. That also may be it’s down fall for those who find the extra ” junk in the trunk” a little annoying for the run! Try one on and see how it feels! TriSuites can also be pretty pricy so borrow one from a friend or check out ebay! TriSuites come in one piece or can also be found as Tri Shorts and Tri Tops.

Option #2: Dry Fit work out shorts and top

Any form fitting dry fit material work out gear will also work great! You can easily swim in the short while wearing a sports bra and throw on the top for the bike ride and run! This option works great because most of us have been training in this sort of ware already so we are comfortable and don’t have to spend the extra money!

Option #3: Swimsuit then work out wear

If you feel most comfortable swimming in a Swimsuit then go for it! Swimsuits are so fitted they make throwing something over it after the swim super easy! It is recommended that you practice biking and running in a swimsuit before the race to make sure that that part of the race is comfortable in this option!

Don’t forget the sports bra!

If you go with options #1 or #2 a great ports bra can make all the difference! The extra support under your trisuit or the easy wear of one in the swim can make a big difference! Handful Bra’s are a great option! Made from the same material as swimsuits, this bra will fit right in on race day. It’s lightly lined and made to flatter not flatten!

The best advice would be to BE COMFORTABLE! What ever you decide to wear it should make you feel more confident not unselfconscious and worried about how it will feel for any portion of the race! Wear what you will wear on race day during a few of your workouts these next few weeks to be certain it will work for you!

And now for a little review and a giveaway…

Triathamom: What to wear!!! from Rebecca Dulgarian on Vimeo.

To enter the Handful Bra giveaway please follow the link to Blue Cricket Design where you can read the instructions on how to enter! Do not enter to win on Triathamoms site!

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Blue Cricket Design

Meet Becca Dulgarian

dani — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:21:38 +0000

a TriathaMom in training. Becca is the sassy, fun voice behind Blue Cricket Design (coined the phrase Tri Virgin: kind of nervous, super excited!) and we are thrilled we talked her into participating in her first triathlon! We can follow her progress together… she has set up a channel on Vimeo called ‘TriathaMom Training’ and anyone can post their videos there for all to enjoy. Take a peek.

Triathamom from Rebecca Dulgarian on Vimeo.