Today was Silent Sunday @ South Mountain Park. No cars are allowed. We've been going to South Mountain for the past 4 weeks and I have to say it was really nice not to have to worry about cars. Although cars can't drive more than 15mph- it was nice to have it all to ourselves.
I really wasn't sure how the ride was going to go today. I've been sick all week- really just the worst allergies I've ever ever had.
We met some friends from the triathlon club I belong to. It was nice to see everyone out there as I haven't seen some of them for some time. I rode much much better than anticipated. Our coach even commented on how well I was doing especially with being sick.
We rode San Juan out and back twice, then the climb to the towers. The TV towers. The pretty red blinking towers we see at nightime- the towers we see from our house. It's 30 minutes or so of constant climbing with the last bit a really steep climb. I was able to stay seated the entire time- which can be hard when you're doing a steep climb. I just kept it steady. I think all of my strength training and the time I spend on my bike trainer is really paying off.
We took the descent and did San Juan out and back again. I felt good going out- but I couldn't hold on to the pace line anymore on the way back. I was DONE. I think I probably needed another energy gel. I used 2 bottles of Perpetum for a 3 hour ride. I'll try adding a gel to that next time.
I brought bananas and a protien shake to have immediately post ride- we'll see how I recover.
My swim stroke is coming along nicely too. Anne (who coaches masters swim) said my catch has improved over 1,000%!!!! :) I feel it. So now it's time to get my endurance back.
I did register for the Tempe Int'l Race in May. It's a club championship race- and our tri club has won it the past 3 years. Can we make it a 4th? I'll be doing the sprint, since my swim endurance won't be quite there yet- and my main race or "A" race is Vineman.
I'm still doing the work so I can have fun @ the race. That's all it is. Keep consistent and keep working.
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I was there, too.
Just in case anyone cares.
Whatever...
It comes with great sadness to report that Maggie has given up her dream of doing a 70.3 Ironman this year.
Due to her lack of interest in providing details to those that care, I must assume that she has given up the chase.
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