I have a cold. Should I exercise?

With a runny nose and sore throat I was inspired to figure out whether I should attempt to train while having symptoms of a cold yet still feeling I could maintain my daily lifestyle. After a bit of a search I found the following article. I have provided quick answers for those that wish to avoid the long article:

• Don't overdose on vitamin C! 
• Once symptoms have surfaced chugging Emergen-C or eating oranges all day won't do the trick.  
• Exercise and the common cold
• Are symptoms above the neck?
• EXERCISE! Attempt to start at a reduced level initially and increase the intensity as you see fit
• Are symptoms below the neck?
• REST! Chances are you are running a fever and your body can not handle the stress of training, also having to plunk every 5 minutes at the gym or on a run can get rough (no pun intended). 

What does this mean for me? Time to hit the road...

Just another T. (My First Post!)

After much thought and inspiration (minute 0:28) I have decided to make the stereotypical triathlete move of writing my own blog. There are many critics out there (Triathlon Is A Stupid Sport) who have a bad view of triathlon and what it has to offer, so I plan to be an example of how NOT to be one of these guys:

In an attempt to make use of the knowledge that I have searched for and gained through many "google" searches, coach inquiries, magazine articles, life experiences, etc. I feel it necessary to make such information quickly available for others.

Triathlon is my motivation but my goal will be to provide information that is tangible for everyone. Whether you are trying to get started with living a healthy lifestyle or attempting to win your next event, I hope that whatever information I share is helpful.