Day Nineteen: A light stretch session after the previous day's experiences. Followed by a bit of ab mat work.
Day Twenty: Our final Team Saturday practice. I ran two miles at a light pace. Then, headed off to begin our transition practice. We rode around a parking lot in which to become accustom to turns. We then headed to our make shift bike rack. Coach had us do 20 push-ups and spin around 5 time, before we stumbled to our bikes. We were able to practice our T1 and T2 three times. I still need a bit more practice.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Friday, May 16, 2008
Day Eighteen
I have no power and only pain in my quads after yesterday’s stretch session.
I did 5 miles at 23 mph and had to immediately drop to 18 mph. Two miles later, I was done with the bike. It felt like my quads had ripped in half.
I did a 6:30 mile run and 3 additional minutes of light jogging.
I will show up at Silverlake Tri, but do not know if I will be able to compete. Guess people really do not listen anymore. I said I have a race this Sunday and next Sunday. Next time I will try sign language.
I did 5 miles at 23 mph and had to immediately drop to 18 mph. Two miles later, I was done with the bike. It felt like my quads had ripped in half.
I did a 6:30 mile run and 3 additional minutes of light jogging.
I will show up at Silverlake Tri, but do not know if I will be able to compete. Guess people really do not listen anymore. I said I have a race this Sunday and next Sunday. Next time I will try sign language.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Day Seventeen
1st Official Weigh-in: I am now 174, in which I have lost three pounds over the last 17 days.
It was time for a time trial during my Kenyan Way morning run. I ran a one mile warm-up, which was followed by a 5:50 mile time trial. I did a 1.5 mile cool-down and a bit of core/stretch work.
Once back at the casa, it was time for Trigger Point to release my pain.
I had a stretch session during my lunch hour. For some odd reason, my quads are jacked. There is hardly any motion in those puppies. I guess I will see what happens between today and next Thursday's stretch session. Always wonder what time improvement being totally stretched would give me.
The final hard swim workout before CapTex. We hit the pool for a 2x100 warm-up, and then came 6x500. It felt like my arms were going to fall off. I could feel me forearms screaming during the 3rd 500. Overall, it was a beneficial workout. It allowed me time to get into a groove and experienment a bit.
It was time for a time trial during my Kenyan Way morning run. I ran a one mile warm-up, which was followed by a 5:50 mile time trial. I did a 1.5 mile cool-down and a bit of core/stretch work.
Once back at the casa, it was time for Trigger Point to release my pain.
I had a stretch session during my lunch hour. For some odd reason, my quads are jacked. There is hardly any motion in those puppies. I guess I will see what happens between today and next Thursday's stretch session. Always wonder what time improvement being totally stretched would give me.
The final hard swim workout before CapTex. We hit the pool for a 2x100 warm-up, and then came 6x500. It felt like my arms were going to fall off. I could feel me forearms screaming during the 3rd 500. Overall, it was a beneficial workout. It allowed me time to get into a groove and experienment a bit.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Day Sixteen
I spent 20 minutes massaging my muscles with Trigger Point tools. Followed by a 10 minute Physio Ball ab workout. It was nice to relax for a change.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Day Fifteen
Monday's hills with The Kenyan Way. I immediately felt that my legs were spent while running up the first hill. Following this training session, my muscles were really tight. It felt like someone beat me with a baseball bat.
I started the campaign with a .5 mile warm up. We did 10 minutes of hills with a 5 minute break, and then another 10 minutes of hills. Back to the base camp while running a .5 mile cool down. We did our core/stretch work and split for the day.
I followed this experience with a bit of Trigger Point massage therapy. Then, it was time for a quick ab mat workout. What a Monday!
I started the campaign with a .5 mile warm up. We did 10 minutes of hills with a 5 minute break, and then another 10 minutes of hills. Back to the base camp while running a .5 mile cool down. We did our core/stretch work and split for the day.
I followed this experience with a bit of Trigger Point massage therapy. Then, it was time for a quick ab mat workout. What a Monday!
Monday, May 12, 2008
Bass Akwards Epic Weekend
The Team headed South to Alvin for a Bass Akwards training session. We ran 20 minutes out and 20 minutes back. We biked 40 minutes out and 40 minutes back. We swam two loops at Twin Lakes for 2,000 yards. For some awkward reason, I was a bit sore.
I enjoyed riding after the run, because you were able to spin out your legs. I had a milestone ride, in which I was pushing 25+ mph on the smooth straight aways. It was an amazing experience that I hope is present at CapTex.
The swim was very difficult. I could feel my quads cramping, which means I am using a bit too much leg. The last straight away felt like a sprint to the finish. I finished a 2,000 yd swim, 30 mile bike, and 40 minute run. Bring on my first Olympic Distance.
I decided that Bass Akwards was only the beginning, so I headed back to Chappell Hill for a leisurely ride. We headed out for a 45 mile route that would take us over Mount Texas. I immediately could tell me legs were spent from yesterday's workout. Therefore, it started out as a light ride.
The good thing about wind is there usually is a tailwind. We faced a 15-20 mph NW wind, but I was able to hit 38 mph on a downhill and feel comfortable. It just sucks to ride at 13 mph on the flat stretches and look up at the next hill. I did even better on the hills this week, which is perfect timing as it is time to Taper.
I headed out for a 3 mile run at the heat of the day. It was a beautiful day, so I was able to enjoy my 8:15 pace. Everyone says CapTex is hot, and now I have at least one hot run under my belt.
I enjoyed riding after the run, because you were able to spin out your legs. I had a milestone ride, in which I was pushing 25+ mph on the smooth straight aways. It was an amazing experience that I hope is present at CapTex.
The swim was very difficult. I could feel my quads cramping, which means I am using a bit too much leg. The last straight away felt like a sprint to the finish. I finished a 2,000 yd swim, 30 mile bike, and 40 minute run. Bring on my first Olympic Distance.
I decided that Bass Akwards was only the beginning, so I headed back to Chappell Hill for a leisurely ride. We headed out for a 45 mile route that would take us over Mount Texas. I immediately could tell me legs were spent from yesterday's workout. Therefore, it started out as a light ride.
The good thing about wind is there usually is a tailwind. We faced a 15-20 mph NW wind, but I was able to hit 38 mph on a downhill and feel comfortable. It just sucks to ride at 13 mph on the flat stretches and look up at the next hill. I did even better on the hills this week, which is perfect timing as it is time to Taper.
I headed out for a 3 mile run at the heat of the day. It was a beautiful day, so I was able to enjoy my 8:15 pace. Everyone says CapTex is hot, and now I have at least one hot run under my belt.
Day Twelve
I hit the physio ball for a 30 minute workout. It was followed with a 10 minute pure ab mat session. Took it easy this Friday for the Epic Weekend Part II!
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