Tdiscgreggy complete profile (New Info)

Captain Tdiscgreggy

ht – 5’9”

wt-158
hometown- Warren Grove
birthdate- January 16^th 1983
marriage status - Single
occupation – Community Relations, 2009 Canada Games Host Society
favorite meal – Pasta and Chicken
favorite band – Nickelback, Kings of Leon
type of running shoe - Asics
type of bike - Giant
swim trunk type – Clam digger

Questions : Where do you see TDISC in 5, 10,20 years ? Canadian Championships, Miami, Island Games, Ironman
Do you think Admiral is the front-runner for Fredericton ? Yes, as of now
What does TDISC mean to you ? Everything.
What's it like being captain of such a emotional, intense, and sometimes psychotic group? It is the best feeling in the world, I wake up every morning and have no idea who will freak out, break down, retire, or win race day. My job is ever changing and that is what keeps me going.
Compare TDISC to the Yankees- similarities, differences. Similarities: A group of the best, and not sure who is jacking the juice. Differences: We will win.
Who's your inspiration ? Being the Captain of the Big Four.
If you could cut one member of TDISC, who would it be ? No one, big four for life! The four of us are dependent on each other.
If you could choose your partner for the Red Island Relay, who would it be ? I will address the media about this issue after the names are drawn May 1^st.
What is your pet peave ? When the Admiral sleeps in, and we are late.
Whats it like living with the Admiral ? It is a experience like none other. It makes me stronger as a person, and as a athlete.

Q and A

Fred from Cornwall writes: what is your favorite food?

Favorite food is Chicken, but only the ones I get to catch with my bare hands.

Flip Flop from the spa writes: Good Morning What is your favorite movie?Talladega Nights. (if you’re not first…your last)

Shawn from Fredericton writes: Congrats on being named Captain. What are your aspirations in life and in triathlon?Thanks Shawn. My Aspirations in life, is to become a well known Triathlon racer and a lifetime member of the big 4. My Aspirations for Triathlon is to place well in Fredericton and make T.Disc and its followers proud.

Sahara from Africa writes: What do u do when you rest? I like to watch my 2 Favorite Shows, DEA, John and Kate plus 8.

Adam from London writes: Tdisc Rules! Just a quick question here Captain. What is your favorite childhood memory?Lol....thanks adam....Favorite Childhood memory was definatly beating T.DiscTW in a 10k and never looked back

Jackson from Alabama writes: Obama/Tdiscgreggy '09...hahaha. I know u set goals not limits....just wondering what some of your goals are for '09?I'd like to be successful in Fredericton, go solo at Red Relay or place well in two person. Bike tip to tip in two days, and run a 40 min 10k.

Jen from Miami: Can't wait to see you in '10. Who is your hero?Kurtis Foster, to overcome an injury like that and be back in shape. Makes me confident in coming back after surgery. In 5 years I can see Ironman races for T.Disc. Jen....1(***)***-****

Tdiscgreggy means a lot to the people around him. When I suggested this ...people were quick to send me a little write up about the Captain.

Tdisckree - " Tdiscgreggy is our leader. He's shown his strength in the run and has been working hard in the squat rack to improve the bike leg. Tdiscgreggy is shaping up to be a real threat on the triathlon circuit. He has a tough home life at times, but living under the Admiral's roof he's learned to pack his bag the night before and be at the TTF in good time. Tdiscgreggy's positive attitude and motivation will power TDISC to incredible heights. Alexander the Great once said " I do not fear an army of lions led by a sheep, but I do fear an army of sheep led by a lion." Well TDISC is an army of lions and TDISCGREGGY is a friggin lion too." See yas in Fredericton !

Tdisct(w) spin class coach of Tdiscgreggy'At an early age and before he surpassed 4 ft. tall, Greg often would lie and cheat to win at sports. He couldn't take a loss, despite his 40 lb frame so would always add a few points to his basketball or video game scores at the end. He sometimes would swing full force at me with closed fists when I would beat him. When we would go to the skates at UPEI rink, Greg would often spend time in the penalty box yelling at Dad to videotape him. Those days are in the past and Greg can now easily beat me in a road race and enjoys spending time on instead of off the ice. I am very happy to see Greg participating in Tdiscs quest to complete their first triathlon. With his enthusiasm and dedication to his training regime, I have no doubt that he will be one of 4 members to kill it Tri freddy.'

Tdiscadmiral -Tdiscgreggy is a great teamate, a great leader, roomate and a trueinspiration for all triathletes. The positive attitude and energy thathe brings to Tdisc is invaluble. He is the glue that holds Tdisc together during their tough times. "Lookout" Triathlon Circuit. This man could be a front runner some day,he is a true competitor, always pushing Tdisc to their limits. Especially on race day. Living with the Admiral is not an easy task, especially when he is on anagenda. Greggy is able to rise to the challenge. One last thing to say: "Greggy Set Your Alarm 5 Minutes Earlier

Tdiscgreggy Day

Days like today really show that Tdisc is taking steps forward. Everyone showed up for spin on time and ready to go. Tdisct(w) spared no expense on the big 4 putting us through arguably our toughest class of the year. Not much to report on...Tdisc road great and then hit the track for about a 15 minute jog. I felt great on the bike today....I think it was the most i've sweat in spin class. I also had a good run after feeling only a little stiffness in my back. I thought it was going to be a bit easier to get up today with the weather warming up but it wasn't. Again my preparation the night before kept me from being late.

For the first time on the blog I am going to profile a member of the big 4. This gives you the fans a chance to find out a little more about the team....to put a face with the stories. Today is extra special....we get to take a closer look at the man who holds the team together through motivational speeches...encouraging remarks. When word came that we should room someone with our big gun and protect him through the public scrutiny ....this man stepped forward. He delayed surgery to lead a team that was in desperate need of a leader...Ladies and Gentleman....

Captain Tdiscgreggy

Hometown: Cornwall

Age: 25

Marrital Status: Single

Work: 2009 Canada Games host Society

Strength: Running

Q and A

Fred from Cornwall writes: what is your favorite food?

Favorite food is Chicken, but only the ones I get to catch with my bare hands.

Flip Flop from the spa writes: Good Morning What is your favorite movie?Talladega Nights. (if you’re not first…your last)

Shawn from Fredericton writes: Congrats on being named Captain. What are your aspirations in life and in triathlon?Thanks Shawn. My Aspirations in life, is to become a well known Triathlon racer and a lifetime member of the big 4. My Aspirations for Triathlon is to place well in Fredericton and make T.Disc and its followers proud.

Sahara from Africa writes: What do u do when you rest? I like to watch my 2 Favorite Shows, DEA, John and Kate plus 8.

Adam from London writes: Tdisc Rules! Just a quick question here Captain. What is your favorite childhood memory?Lol....thanks adam....Favorite Childhood memory was definatly beating T.DiscTW in a 10k and never looked back

Jackson from Alabama writes: Obama/Tdiscgreggy '09...hahaha. I know u set goals not limits....just wondering what some of your goals are for '09?I'd like to be successful in Fredericton, go solo at Red Relay or place well in two person. Bike tip to tip in two days, and run a 40 min 10k.

Jen from Miami: Can't wait to see you in '10. Who is your hero?Kurtis Foster, to overcome an injury like that and be back in shape. Makes me confident in coming back after surgery. In 5 years I can see Ironman races for T.Disc. Jen....1(***)***-****

Tdiscgreggy means a lot to the people around him. When I suggested this ...people were quick to send me a little write up about the Captain.

Tdisckree - " Tdiscgreggy is our leader. He's shown his strength in the run and has been working hard in the squat rack to improve the bike leg. Tdiscgreggy is shaping up to be a real threat on the triathlon circuit. He has a tough home life at times, but living under the Admiral's roof he's learned to pack his bag the night before and be at the TTF in good time. Tdiscgreggy's positive attitude and motivation will power TDISC to incredible heights. Alexander the Great once said " I do not fear an army of lions led by a sheep, but I do fear an army of sheep led by a lion." Well TDISC is an army of lions and TDISCGREGGY is a friggin lion too." See yas in Fredericton !

Tdisct(w) spin class coach of Tdiscgreggy'At an early age and before he surpassed 4 ft. tall, Greg often would lie and cheat to win at sports. He couldn't take a loss, despite his 40 lb frame so would always add a few points to his basketball or video game scores at the end. He sometimes would swing full force at me with closed fists when I would beat him. When we would go to the skates at UPEI rink, Greg would often spend time in the penalty box yelling at Dad to videotape him. Those days are in the past and Greg can now easily beat me in a road race and enjoys spending time on instead of off the ice. I am very happy to see Greg participating in Tdiscs quest to complete their first triathlon. With his enthusiasm and dedication to his training regime, I have no doubt that he will be one of 4 members to kill it Tri freddy.'

Tdiscadmiral -Tdiscgreggy is a great teamate, a great leader, roomate and a trueinspiration for all triathletes. The positive attitude and energy thathe brings to Tdisc is invaluble. He is the glue that holds Tdisc together during their tough times. "Lookout" Triathlon Circuit. This man could be a front runner some day,he is a true competitor, always pushing Tdisc to their limits. Especially on race day. Living with the Admiral is not an easy task, especially when he is on anagenda. Greggy is able to rise to the challenge. One last thing to say: "Greggy Set Your Alarm 5 Minutes Earlier

Tune in next week as we profile yet another member of the big 4. I'd like to get some feedback on what you think of the profiles so I can keep this blog going forward. Back to the pool tommorow with sprints before.

Till next time,

Tdiscpye

To do great things is difficult; but to command great things is more difficult.

-Friedrich Nietzsche

Busy pool outlasts Tdiscadmiral

Although I felt like I had a good nights sleep I still awoke feeling tired. For the first time in awhile I hit the snooze button. Being well prepared the night before allows me that few extra minutes in the morning. I arrived at the TTF a few minutes late after getting every red light on the way. In the changing room I could sense a little tension. So I asked Tdiscgreggy what happened? "I parked behind him....and he had to move my car." explained the Captain. Tdisckree set up a circuit for us to go through....tdiscgreggy had a few questions but he was quickly shut down when the admiral (not giving a frig) said "Let's get things going here." Our weights circuit went really good...I felt great...my legs were a little sore but felt strong.

Next came the swim. While we were walking towards the pool we looked in to see how busy it was...all I remember is the look on admirals face when he saw a lesson and full lanes. I've never had a dear in my headlights but i'm pretty sure it was the same look that was on the admirals face. At one point he gave the ol "I don't think i'm going to bother swimming today boys." We convinced him in the end. He still wasn't all that comfortable....as we were walking by the kiddie pool he said...."let's just turn it around boys." Noone listened and we proceeded toward the lanes.

My swim went pretty good today...I didn't expect to be very good after taking a few days off. I never got the quit feeling today...I just had to keep battling. The top 10 funniest quote of the season came 6 laps into the admirals swim when he looked at Tdisckree (surrounded by fins, flutter boards, pull buoys, flippers) and said "There's nothing to do so i'm just going to swim laps."

A rattled Tdiscadmiral left a bit early and the rest of us sat in the kiddie pool for a relaxing few minutes after the swim...talking about how the weeks are flying by and next thing we'll know we'll be in Fredericton. Spin class tommorow...the week just gets harder from here.

Thanks to all that voted....There will be a new poll up tommorow.

Till next time,
Tdiscpye

"When I feel overwhelmed and my stress levels rise, I stop and step back from the situation and put the even in perspective. I always ask myself - what difference will this make in five years time? " -Catherine Pulsifer

Tdisckree gets monkey off his back!

Race Day Tuesday lived up to all expectations. I could sense it last night that something was brewing when Tdisckree stood up from the couch and got himself some toast with peanut butter and said..."You better be ready tommorow." Quickly realizing I was going to need my energy I joined Tdisckree for toast and peanut butter. We layed around for a bit then Tdisckree left for his room saying..."You had better get some rest." So I hit the sack. It was really tough to get up this morning but when the alarm went off I immediatly got up....race day was here. I arrived at the TTF in great time...getting the news at about north river (which means i'm early). I had my workout clothes and everything on ready to go...hoping to get a bit of a stretch in before the race. 3 of the big 4 arrived at the track at the same time 6:45. When asked where Tdiscgreggy was the admiral replied "he was up....I think he forgot something...we can't wait let's go." So half scared I joined the admiral by the first turn. Roaring back from the corner was Tdisckree "You can't start yet...we have to wait for greggy....your scared of greggy aren't u admiral." AFTER 1 lap Tdisckree joined myself and the admiral. I decided to set the pace as long as I could before hanging on for dear life. On lap 5 Captain Tdiscgreggy hooked on to the back. I felt pretty good throughout...although my legs weren't the best. I held the lead for about 30 laps before the other 3 raced on by....with Tdisckree taking the lead. 8 laps later they came past me for the first time....noticibly absent from the pack....Tdiscgreggy. By lap 40 tdiscgreggy hooked on with me and it became a 2 horse race with Tdisckree leading the admiral. aww struckin by the moment the fans sat down and braced themselves as the leaders approached the bell lap. Unfortunatly the big finish never came and Tdisckree glided to his first win....tdiscadmiral cruised in on his shoulder for second. Results: 1st- Tdisckree 2nd- tdiscadmiral 3rd- Tdiscpye 4th- Tdiscgreggy.
Or are those the results? This is where it get's a little dicey. Ok....first of all if you noticed earlier....Tdisckree joined us after lap 1....Did he run the full race? NO. second If you noticed the admiral took off before all members were ready....was that a false start? YES. What does this mean?....Lots. In my mind the official results should look this way 1st- Tdiscpye Dsq-Tdisckree Dsq-Tdiscadmiral Dsq- Tdiscgreggy. Did a 99-1 longshot pull out the biggest victory in tdisc history? You make the decision.

As usual tdisc members addressed the media following race day tuesday.

8:35 @ the public faciliy (TdiscKree)
Concerning a race on Feb. 22
" Despite running well today, I am not physically or mentally ready to complete on the running circuit. I want to keep my focus on the Red Island Relay and Fredericton. I feel an outdoor run might be a recipe for injury, which would be catastrophic at this point in my preparation." The other members of tdisc have not confirmed or denied their place in the Feb 22nd event. Tdisct(w) has hinted strongly that she will attend. Some say that after a lackluster winter of training tdisct(w) is attempting to race herself into shape in hopes of being ready for freddy. Tdiscgreggy would be the next best bet of entering simply because he is the most natural runner of the big four. Tdiscadmiral hates change. He has not mentioned the race, and folks there is a better chance of Obama joining the Republican party then Admiral breaking plans last minute. Tdiscpye is also strongly doubtful and will announce his plans through the blog."

8:45 @ The parking lot (Tdiscgreggy)
"I want to apologize for my efforts today in the run, I am still not 100% after my breakdown on the weekend. I had a great workout with a mini solo tri on Saturday, followed by playing a hockey game. This felt like it might have been too much after my blackout in the Tignish rink Sunday. I had to accept responsibility for my hockey teams lose because I was unable to be present on the bench until the third, in which it was too late. I have had some time to think, and after reading the blog and having the team behind me for keeping the pace up in the run I will have to make some changes. I have now shut down my social life until I have more time, and I am taking a day off work to refuel my body and getting ready to take this training to the next level.
I also want to congratulate T.Disckree on a big win today in the run, and also for not stopping once to relief “some stress”!

4:05 @ the corner of belvedere and university while running with Gary Devine (Tdiscadmiral)

"just want to congratulate Kree on his win today. Thats all I have to say."

The rumour going around is the admiral is looking to keep out of the spotlight and by finishing 2nd is a way of accomplishing that. For the captain...we know he'll bounce back....suffering from concussion like symptoms will be ready to go tommorow. About stopping the social life...a wise man was once quoted as saying..."you can eat what you want...just in moderation."-TDA
I think that goes for socializing as well...you can socialize...just socialize in moderation.

Overall my day went pretty good today. After work I decided to hit the bike on the indoor trainor for an hour and then stretch. I felt great on the bike. For the first time I wasn't really that sore from being down in the areo bars. Swim and weights tommorow. Also Tdisc's 2 week schedule will be posted at the bottem.

This is just another example of the trials that come with becoming a triathlete. Did I mention today was going to be a bloggers dream?

Till next time,
Tdiscpye

"Like being the captain of a mine-sweeper, if you do your job well, nobody notices.If you don't, there's a heck of an explosion. "-Catto, Henry E(dward)

W-weights/swim
th- spin/3krun
f- sprints/swim
s- 1.5 hours of work over two disciplines.
sun - off
m-bike/swim
t-run
w-weights/swim
th-spin/3k
f- sprints/swim
sat- off
sun - off