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"Don't call it it a comeback, I have been hear for years." LL Cool J
It really is amazing how time flies. I can't believe that it has been nearly two months since I last posted. But with the new year, comes a revitalization of sorts. I think I have worked out a number of my physical and mental ailments in the sport. I stepped by for a long time and gained a new perspective.
Training has been going well so far. I still haven't been in the pool since mid-August. I couldn't be happier. I don't miss that initial shock of cold water...the dry skin...frequent showers (hygiene is overrated)...and the smell of chlorine. Alas, I know that the time is coming to a close.
Running is finally starting to click. Nearly a year after an injury sidelined me for months, I feel like my run is coming together. My legs are responding to training and my times are slowly creeping down to a competitive level. I am even beginning to consider racing a few more times this winter.
Cycling is in a steady holding pattern. My watts are back and hopefully today I get to do my final FTP test for the year. I do expect to see a marginal increase over the test 2 months ago. And then I will get around to doing a write up on FTP protocol. I am actually getting on my trainer with some regularity. I joked with Dan that I think I have been on my trainer more this winter than all of last season. However, I still hate it. On Saturday, I refused to do my 2x20' workout on it. I bundled up and braved the 33 degree weather at Columns.
All in all things are progressing well. I am feeling a bit more inspired. I am ready to step up training and see how I perform under a bit more pressure. I feel ready to return to the blogging world and share information. I am ready to start thinking of next season and what I want to accomplish.
Between now and Christmas, it is my goal to back post a few blogs about what I have been up to. And stay tuned for a few new announcements. I am picking up a new bike today so I will be introducing Clarice to the world.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Happy Holidays
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4 comments:
Good to have you back.
I do understand – I lost some of my mojo after IM Louisville and drifted for a couple of months. I think this happens all of the time. I even tried to prepare for post-ironman depression, but…
I’m glad you are getting back on track! – I have missed your blog.
Glad you're back and into training. I know what you mean about swimming. I just completely skipped it the last couple months and it was refreshing to get back into it. Don't forget, we'll need some bike pics!
Thanks everyone. I feel like I am back and motivated again...to train and blog. I just need to find the extra time to blog!
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