And it is. Well, actually, this year it's a running, biking and swimming blog. I have approximately 7 months til Ironman Canada. That seems like a long time. And it is. A long time to get this body ready to swim for 2.4 miles, bike for 112, and run 26.2. It's also a long time to keep this body from any freak injuries. And my normal everyday garden variety injuries, too. I'm looking at this as a year of cross training.
So, I shall keep you posted on training volumes. Cuz I know that's why you stop by this blog. To see the #'s. And if i can figure it out I'll add one of those countdown clocks... Just to really put the pressure on myself.
Last week was 1400 yds. of swimming, bike 23 miles / 1:45 hours (the mileage is approximations as it's all inside, on the trainer or in spin class) and 22 miles of running.
This week was 1600 swim, bike 43 / 2:30 and run 21.
FYI, 2.4 miles = 4224 yards
It's a slow buildup of swimming, but soon will be twice a week, then more. Fortunately, the pool is not bothering my sinuses, yet. And the bike is a gradual build up, too. The outdoor mileage won't happen for me til the weather warms up. Although today is a sunny nice day, so after the gym I pedalled my bike around the 'hood for a while. Yesterday we ran the 6 mile campus loop with the group, then ran to home to hop on the bikes for 45 minutes, then finish up with a 4 mile run. It was really a fun workout. And we got done in time to watch the PACKERS WIN !!
Oh, and in case the coach is reading this, I'm also spending a bunch of time stretching and doing exercises for my core (my sixpack hasn't shown up yet) and glutes (remember all the butt jokes?) and overall weight workouts. I'll never have big muscles unless, hey I hear that flaxseed works or is it vitamin B12?
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Wow, I'm impressed with the countdown clock. You big-time bloggers know all the cool tricks! Keep polishing the feet milagro to ward off those injuries.
We beleive in you and your athletic prowess!!!
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