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IM training after a breakup
 
So my boyfriend and I broke up this weekend, and I haven't gotten out of bed in 2 days. In addition to the crippling depression I'm feeling, I have no motivation whatsoever to continue training for my IM. I'm at 3 days off already.

Any advice or words of wisdom? A good old' HTFU is fine also.

PS if anyone needs a cute female roommate for IMFL, hit me up.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
I never liked him anyway!



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Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
Why did I get remarried?? WHY????

Did I just say that out loud? Sorry. Just start running. The rest will take care of itself. Seriously.

Take care,

Brian

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Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
iJen0311 wrote:
So my boyfriend and I broke up this weekend, and I haven't gotten out of bed in 2 days. In addition to the crippling depression I'm feeling, I have no motivation whatsoever to continue training for my IM. I'm at 3 days off already.

Any advice or words of wisdom? A good old' HTFU is fine also.

PS if anyone needs a cute female roommate for IMFL, hit me up.

He was a man-bitch. You're better off anyway. When you ride pretend you're stomping on his face. When you run pretend you are chasing him with a clever to separate him from his man berries. And when you swim pretend you're the creature from the black lagoon and are about to eat him.

Alternatively, just HTFU. training will get your mind on other things and be good for you anyway. You had a life aside from your relationship before this. Pick that back up and go with it.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
Um... you're FREE, you're FREE...lol...

Seriously, sorry to hear about the breakup, that always sucks, but you're now free to channel that energy accordingly, without guilt. IM training, especially near the end, is remarkable for clearing the mind... take advantage.

I split with my ex-wife in 2007, I was already training for IMFL. The emotional rollercoaster fueled my training, but I only had one speed - all out. Every workout was go until I puked... I wouldn't suggest that, nor using copious amounts of beer as a recovery drink like I did... I got injured, but still managed to PR by 46 min!

Don't let the emotions you're feeling (very short term, I assure you) about "failing" at the relationship derail you from another goal and cause you to "fail" that one, too... IM is all you, and the breakup can't take that away from you, only you can let it go...
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [snoots] [ In reply to ]
 
At the very least, after a few days of not eating either, I'll be at race weight soon.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
iJen0311 wrote:
PS if anyone needs a cute female roommate for IMFL, hit me up.

Um, pics please?

But seriously... For me, a hard run or ride has always been good therapy for personal demons. Just channel whatever turmoil you're feeling into athletic aggression and burn away. I've had such workouts that went way beyond what I'd normally feel like I was able to do, even compared to some race PRs.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
You have 13 weeks to get really fast!
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
Sorry to hear about that. However, the best way to get over someone is to get on top of someone else. You'd be surprised at the movitation you'll get by getting a new lover. :-)
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
I would take full advantage of your IM training. Jump into local short races and tris--you are bound to meet another likeminded person and the former BF will become a distant memory

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Re: IM training after a breakup [tribritre] [ In reply to ]
 
Boys are like running shoes, they are only good for 350 miles. Just throw them out and get another.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
No advice, but due to knee tendonitis I too have been fighting to regain motivation. So if misery loves company, you have some. I cannot run! I will be dropping out of IMFL soon. That means canceling my condo rental too. Bummer.

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Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
Ah, this is tough, I feel bad for you :(.

Here's my advice.

Let yourself wallow and be sad for one week. 7 days. Watch TV, eat (or don't eat) and just don't do much.

On that last day, plan a big workout. Just get out and force yourself to do it. Make it a big one that you'll be proud to accomplish. Don't let anything stop you.

BOOM! Depression broken, you took a rest week and you did something that gives you a nice sense of accomplishment.

Realize that if you're training for an IM, you're a catch! Act like it!

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Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
You ll be fine. Why would you let the actions or behaviors of others dictate how you behave or act. Your an Ironman. We are people of will and determination and we are not the people that stay in bed for days depressed.

Go out and get an beer or drink and you ll meet some good guys. It is that simple.



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Re: IM training after a breakup [Nate Pearson] [ In reply to ]
 
 Realize that if you're training for an IM, you're a catch! Act like it![/quote]

+100 for that
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
iJen0311 wrote:
So my boyfriend and I broke up this weekend, and I haven't gotten out of bed in 2 days. In addition to the crippling depression I'm feeling, I have no motivation whatsoever to continue training for my IM. I'm at 3 days off already.

Any advice or words of wisdom? A good old' HTFU is fine also.

PS if anyone needs a cute female roommate for IMFL, hit me up.

Doesn't anyone else sense a troll here?
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
1) Go out with your friends 1 night this week say Thursday and forget about your Ironman and get drop down drunk, dance and do what you do.
2) On Friday morning STOP feeling sorry for yourself; cause that is what you are doing.
3) Reset the switch and refocus and use this breakup as motivation to crush IMFL
5) Crush IMFL and post a pic on facebook/twitter etc..
6) Make old boyfriend jealous with photos of you finishing IMFL.....

Since there aren't that many cute female triathletes out there you have an advantage.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [sinkinswimmer] [ In reply to ]
 
sinkinswimmer wrote:
iJen0311 wrote:
So my boyfriend and I broke up this weekend, and I haven't gotten out of bed in 2 days. In addition to the crippling depression I'm feeling, I have no motivation whatsoever to continue training for my IM. I'm at 3 days off already.

Any advice or words of wisdom? A good old' HTFU is fine also.

PS if anyone needs a cute female roommate for IMFL, hit me up.

Doesn't anyone else sense a troll here?

Just throwing in some humor. It's been an awful past few days.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
HTFU, and this is a good time for pointless kinky sex with hot triathletes (hint hint).

Remember, boys don't make you who you are. You make you who you are.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [sinkinswimmer] [ In reply to ]
 
Doesn't anyone else sense a troll here?

No

 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
Then I can add my sage fatherly advice...this too shall pass. There will come a time when today will seem insignificant. Enjoy your training, and Ironman. And good luck.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
I was overweight or obese, mostly obese, the first 31 years of my life. Over the last three years I've lost 112 lbs. For the first time in my life I've found a physical side to me. When I get stressed out I get out of my mind and into my body. It is the greatest feeling ever and I feel so grateful I have a body I escape to when life gets to me.
Last edited by: GatorDeb: Aug 7, 12 10:19
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [GatorDeb] [ In reply to ]
 
That's really cool, GatorDeb.
 
Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
Ob la di, Ob la da (well, you know the rest)

I'm assuming that, since you signed up for an IM, you might actually enjoy training. And racing. And not sucking in either. Don't let this jerk of an ex (another assumption) ruin other things that are good in your life.






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Re: IM training after a breakup [iJen0311] [ In reply to ]
 
Now you have one less person asking you what a brick is.
 

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