Ironman Training

I realize that it's difficult to do given my current profession, but I'd like to train for--and complete--an ironman. I've done a half before (in college) and know HOW to train for the full, but I've encountered a bit of a roadblock. The biking and running are easy enough to train for. New York is relatively flat so I miss out on hill training, but I'm ok with that. I've encountered a problem, however, in finding an adequate pool to train in. Does anyone know of any decently-sized lap pools in the midtown east area (prefer something near the office)?

Note: I know I'm not going to go into the race and finish with an impressive time. My personal goal is sub-12, but ultimately am happy as long as I finish without ever stopping to rest (apart from getting in some food/water or bathroom breaks).

 
swagon:
UFOinsider:
Some I know used to have an MD who would run up and down the stairwells to keep in shape.......

Nothing's more pleasant than sweating at work...

I never thought to ask about that part.....
Get busy living
 
Best Response
rufiolove:
Sub-12 would be a momentus accomplishment dude... Maybe you could talk with this guy...

http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/blog/1406-miles-of-swimming-biking-and-r…

he did it cold turkey more or less and finished in 15:30...

In terms of a solid lap pool I don't think I can help you out...

I posted in that thread and have the utmost respect for what the guy accomplished. It's a testament to his athletic prowess and, more than anything, extreme determination. However, you have to keep in mind that he barely did ANYTHING to prepare. Given his athleticism / drive, he could improve his time by a few HOURS with the proper training and equipment (his bike, for example, sucked--and trust me, it makes quite a different after a few hours on it). Completing an ironman in and of itself is commendable, but he could do significantly better if he put his mind to it.

 
rufiolove:
Sub-12 would be a momentus accomplishment dude... Maybe you could talk with this guy...

http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/blog/1406-miles-of-swimming-biking-and-r…

he did it cold turkey more or less and finished in 15:30...

In terms of a solid lap pool I don't think I can help you out...

Holy shit, I hadn't heard this story before... truly inspirational

 

I thought you guys had a couple rivers around that island up there??

Regards

"The trouble with our liberal friends is not that they're ignorant, it's just that they know so much that isn't so." - Ronald Reagan
 

Vel qui suscipit veniam eum modi eum quibusdam. Totam id saepe sequi soluta. Pariatur et placeat porro earum veniam laudantium. Eum ipsam expedita omnis cumque neque cum enim. Dolor architecto voluptates cum possimus non exercitationem. Repudiandae omnis incidunt nihil et. Aut ut eligendi cupiditate omnis veritatis ullam.

Quia qui est numquam deserunt at velit ducimus libero. Debitis distinctio eum quia aut numquam. Et accusantium iusto libero velit ea amet. Qui repellat ut non laborum asperiores odit et. Laborum aut dolorum in nihil vel ipsam repudiandae veritatis. Non eos veritatis fugit sed itaque.

Velit laudantium distinctio non aspernatur odio. Eum veniam voluptatibus aspernatur nulla nihil enim. Cum nihil ut voluptate magni sit. Eum velit omnis velit magni et. Consequatur quo vel rerum occaecati sequi.

Quis dolorem autem sed voluptatum architecto maiores ut. Sint nihil beatae qui est repellat nobis. Assumenda et optio nostrum ducimus dolorem. Voluptas laboriosam voluptatem odio aut excepturi possimus. Odio nulla nostrum corrupti et eum quod quam. Libero cum eligendi fugit perferendis sunt a cumque.

Career Advancement Opportunities

April 2024 Investment Banking

  • Jefferies & Company 02 99.4%
  • Goldman Sachs 19 98.8%
  • Harris Williams & Co. New 98.3%
  • Lazard Freres 02 97.7%
  • JPMorgan Chase 03 97.1%

Overall Employee Satisfaction

April 2024 Investment Banking

  • Harris Williams & Co. 18 99.4%
  • JPMorgan Chase 10 98.8%
  • Lazard Freres 05 98.3%
  • Morgan Stanley 07 97.7%
  • William Blair 03 97.1%

Professional Growth Opportunities

April 2024 Investment Banking

  • Lazard Freres 01 99.4%
  • Jefferies & Company 02 98.8%
  • Goldman Sachs 17 98.3%
  • Moelis & Company 07 97.7%
  • JPMorgan Chase 05 97.1%

Total Avg Compensation

April 2024 Investment Banking

  • Director/MD (5) $648
  • Vice President (19) $385
  • Associates (87) $260
  • 3rd+ Year Analyst (14) $181
  • Intern/Summer Associate (33) $170
  • 2nd Year Analyst (66) $168
  • 1st Year Analyst (205) $159
  • Intern/Summer Analyst (146) $101
notes
16 IB Interviews Notes

“... there’s no excuse to not take advantage of the resources out there available to you. Best value for your $ are the...”

Leaderboard

1
redever's picture
redever
99.2
2
BankonBanking's picture
BankonBanking
99.0
3
Betsy Massar's picture
Betsy Massar
99.0
4
Secyh62's picture
Secyh62
99.0
5
GameTheory's picture
GameTheory
98.9
6
CompBanker's picture
CompBanker
98.9
7
dosk17's picture
dosk17
98.9
8
kanon's picture
kanon
98.9
9
Linda Abraham's picture
Linda Abraham
98.8
10
numi's picture
numi
98.8
success
From 10 rejections to 1 dream investment banking internship

“... I believe it was the single biggest reason why I ended up with an offer...”