Swim Start:
Monday, October 15, 2007
Sunday, September 16, 2007
And more pics from the race...
Here are some misc pictures from the trip... 
When Frank came in on the run, his slow run was steady. He finished in 16:55:30-something. When he came in they played Ozzy Ozbourn's "I Am Ironman" and everyone was chanting, "We want Frank!" He came in and collapsed with he crossed the line. But, he IS GOING TO KONA!, and he was the last Ironman athlete that crossed before midnight.
At the awards ceremony, I asked him if I could get a picture with him. He was polite and very sweet. What an inspiration!
It was his first Ironman that he won. I mentioned his speech, with the "fucking hard" portion. But he was adorable, very humble and it seemed he was in awe that people were taking him seriously.
I walked up to him, and asked for a picture, the little buck actually was surprised I asked. After my picture with him, someone else thought it was a good idea and asked for a picture with him too. As he walked away from his "15 minutes" I heard his friend say to him, "Your famous!"
Very cute... shame he doesn't speak English very well and lives in Germany! Darn!
One, Heather Fuhr... she's on my "what it takes" DVD. Amazing Ironman athlete!
Three, Paul Huddle... Multisport extraordinaire. Last picture I had with him, he was in him whitie, tighties! He was in charge of the bike course for Wisconsin!
Four... Miguel! HOT, need I say more!? And quite a personality on this one! When I approached the three, someone asked if I wanted Miguel in the picture. After one look I said "ABSOLUTELY!" HOT! HOT! Did I say, HOT??
Thanks to my parents for flying out to Wisconsin to support me!
As well as Rick and Julie!
78 year old, Frank. AMAZING!
He battled cancer and was told he had 3 months to live. He asked the doctor if he could still compete in Ironmans, and the doctor said, "It's not going to kill you".
When Frank came in on the run, his slow run was steady. He finished in 16:55:30-something. When he came in they played Ozzy Ozbourn's "I Am Ironman" and everyone was chanting, "We want Frank!" He came in and collapsed with he crossed the line. But, he IS GOING TO KONA!, and he was the last Ironman athlete that crossed before midnight.
At the awards ceremony, I asked him if I could get a picture with him. He was polite and very sweet. What an inspiration!
And then there was the first place winner!
It was his first Ironman that he won. I mentioned his speech, with the "fucking hard" portion. But he was adorable, very humble and it seemed he was in awe that people were taking him seriously.
After the award ceremony, my mom and I were waiting for my dad and Patrick. The first place winner walked by, and I mentioned to my mom how he was EXACTLY my type: tall about 6'4" and dark hair and oblivious that anyone found him talented or handsome. "He was fucking HOT!" I had to get a picture with him! ... well, because he was the first place winner, of course!
I walked up to him, and asked for a picture, the little buck actually was surprised I asked. After my picture with him, someone else thought it was a good idea and asked for a picture with him too. As he walked away from his "15 minutes" I heard his friend say to him, "Your famous!"
Very cute... shame he doesn't speak English very well and lives in Germany! Darn!
I call this HEAVEN!
One, Heather Fuhr... she's on my "what it takes" DVD. Amazing Ironman athlete!
Two, Paula Newby-Fraser... 8 time Ironman Championship winner (the most wins for an individual!)
Three, Paul Huddle... Multisport extraordinaire. Last picture I had with him, he was in him whitie, tighties! He was in charge of the bike course for Wisconsin!
Four... Miguel! HOT, need I say more!? And quite a personality on this one! When I approached the three, someone asked if I wanted Miguel in the picture. After one look I said "ABSOLUTELY!" HOT! HOT! Did I say, HOT??
And a man I managed to get!
I liked him best! ;) Well, not exactly, but he at least let me attack him.
Ironman Wisconsin 2007
In the words of The Voice Of Ironman, Mike Riley, “You are an Ironman”… again!
Despite the difficult course, we had a great race in Wisconsin. The town is fantastic and the people welcomed the athletes with open arms. Okay… I’m
going to bore you all with some details; here are a few notes of how the race went, at least from my perspective:
Morning/Swim:
*3:45am all five alarms (yes, it’s not a typo, all FIVE alarms) went off in our room, and we rolled out of bed to complete the last minute items on the “to do” list
*4:30 on the shuttle to the race start.
*5:00 Body marking, Special needs bag drop offs, bike tires pumped, last minute drop offs to our Transition bags
*6-6:30 Met up with my parents and Rick and Julie, said our goodbyes and headed down to the start
*6:40-7 floated in the lake waiting for the day to start. 2200 athletes JUST waiting to see how their bodies will perform
*7:00am the cannon went off and “washing machine” began! I know I got hit in the head at least 4-5 times and kicked in the ribs numerous times. In one word, the swim was… hostel!
Patrick’s time out of the water: 1:08:37
Shannon’s time out of the water: 1:18:18
Bike:
*In the words of the first place winner from Germany, “The bike, it was fucking hard, yeah!”
*Whoever, says its “rolling hills” is a liar! Jump on the bike, eat a few calories, and drink some water… and BAM, hill, after hill, after hill!
*There are however, three MONSTEROUS hills on the back end of each loop. Here there were people lined on each hill cheering you on. It was AMAZING!
*After the third big, big hill, we came down into the town of Verona and were welcomed by all the spectators that had taken a shuttle to see us. It was awesome because we felt like we were in the Tour de France! Cowbells, signs, people lining the street. We rode past Julie and Rick, then my parents… what a nice feeling to see familiar faces cheering you on!
*Onto the second loop which honestly made me want to cry. We trained a lot on the Santiago Canyon loop and yet my quads were still wiped out!
*Heading back to the Transition area we were welcomed with a nice hard headwind, then had to ride up the Helix (parking structure) to the fifth floor (just cruel!). 112 miles on the bike, and they thank us by making us climb one more hill!
*At the top of the helix were my parents and Julie and Rick cheering for us. For a split second I forgot about the pain in my neck, my lower back, my butt, my legs… not sure, but I think even my hair hurt at that time! *Coming into transition, I dismounted my bike, handed it to the volunteer and looked her dead in the eye and said, “I have some special instructions for you about my bike…. THROW IT IN THE LAKE!” As I ran off, I heard her laughing and telling the next person what I’d said. To be honest, I really didn’t think my bike would be on the rack after the race but in the bottom of Lake Monona!
Patrick’s Bike Time: 6:55:47
Shannon’s Bike Time: 7:33:51
Run:
*Onto the run… Now, the race begins!
*After changing clothes in the changing tent, run outside and have a volunteer apply sunscreen to your already sun burnt body.
*Both Patrick and I admit, we were so excited to finally head out for the run that we went out a bit too fast in the beginning. You know you are in trouble when you start passing people like it’s a 10k (when in fact it’s a marathon… after 114.4 miles), and people in the crowd are surprised at how fast you are going.
*When we started our first loop, we saw the gang again and smiled and waved wildly (again feeling way too happy to be on the run).
*The run course was also a two loop course and it took you through the college, U of W. The worst part of it was a hill on Observatory Road that required you to walk in order to save your energy.
*I was bummed because unlike last Ironman where I met Maureen from San Fran on mile 4, I did not find someone that was the same pace as me to talk with this marathon. That meant I was literally on my own to finish.
*Loop one felt great! Saw the gang at least 4-5 times
*Starting loop two, I stopped by special needs, chatted with my mom for a bit, then grabbed my snacks and hit the road (for the record, Gummy Worms are the best snack for a marathon!)
*Second loop proved to slap us both in the face with a little melt down. The legs finally started to speak and tell us they weren’t exactly thrilled with what we were doing to them today.
*For me, I realized my time in Canada wasn’t going to happen, but if I picked up the pace (significantly) I had a chance of coming in under 14 hours. So I did what anyone else would do with 8 miles left in the race… I picked it up.
*Again, a little worried when you are “speeding” by everyone and the volunteers and spectators aren’t necessarily cheering you on, but surprised you are racing in. I was on a mission and I didn’t care if it meant I was collapsing at the finish to meet my goal.
*Needless to say I pulled sub 10’s on the last part of the run, made up some time and finished with my goal!
Patrick’s run time: 4:56:17
Shannon’s Run time: 4:47:02
Finish:
Everyone keeps asking what it feels like to cross the line after a race like this. Truly it’s hard to explain, but in a split second as you run down the chute and the lights are on you, the crowd is cheering you on, and the announcer is calling your name… it hits you that all that hard work paid off and you did what you set out to do, complete 140.5 miles, and you are proud! You can’t believe your body and mind pushed you through those hard times (yes, I did think of quitting a few times on the bike) and that you just traveled 140.6 miles! You are emotional, excited, and in shock.
Patrick’s FINISHING TIME: 13:19:11
Shannon’s FINISHING TIME: 13:55:34
Just for the record, Patrick had an amazing race on a difficult course. He killed his Personal Best from the last Ironman by knocking off 2 ½ hours off his time!
Again, a huge thanks to everyone that left us voice messages, text message, and emails wishing us good luck! You have no idea how motivating those simple words of encouragement are to us, especially when we start to doubt our ability. Thanks for being our support and our coaches!
Next?
So will we do another one???
Patrick says, “Yes!”
Shannon says “I’m not saying no”
Needless to say, we both want to get our lives back by spending time with family and friends again. The race isn’t the hard part; it’s the training and the time it takes away from our normal lives.
So, next season we both think ½ Ironmans will suit us fine!
Despite the difficult course, we had a great race in Wisconsin. The town is fantastic and the people welcomed the athletes with open arms. Okay… I’m
going to bore you all with some details; here are a few notes of how the race went, at least from my perspective:
Morning/Swim:
*3:45am all five alarms (yes, it’s not a typo, all FIVE alarms) went off in our room, and we rolled out of bed to complete the last minute items on the “to do” list
*4:30 on the shuttle to the race start.
*5:00 Body marking, Special needs bag drop offs, bike tires pumped, last minute drop offs to our Transition bags
*6-6:30 Met up with my parents and Rick and Julie, said our goodbyes and headed down to the start
*6:40-7 floated in the lake waiting for the day to start. 2200 athletes JUST waiting to see how their bodies will perform
*7:00am the cannon went off and “washing machine” began! I know I got hit in the head at least 4-5 times and kicked in the ribs numerous times. In one word, the swim was… hostel!
Patrick’s time out of the water: 1:08:37
Shannon’s time out of the water: 1:18:18
Bike:
*In the words of the first place winner from Germany, “The bike, it was fucking hard, yeah!”
*Whoever, says its “rolling hills” is a liar! Jump on the bike, eat a few calories, and drink some water… and BAM, hill, after hill, after hill!
*There are however, three MONSTEROUS hills on the back end of each loop. Here there were people lined on each hill cheering you on. It was AMAZING!
*After the third big, big hill, we came down into the town of Verona and were welcomed by all the spectators that had taken a shuttle to see us. It was awesome because we felt like we were in the Tour de France! Cowbells, signs, people lining the street. We rode past Julie and Rick, then my parents… what a nice feeling to see familiar faces cheering you on!
*Onto the second loop which honestly made me want to cry. We trained a lot on the Santiago Canyon loop and yet my quads were still wiped out!
*Heading back to the Transition area we were welcomed with a nice hard headwind, then had to ride up the Helix (parking structure) to the fifth floor (just cruel!). 112 miles on the bike, and they thank us by making us climb one more hill!
*At the top of the helix were my parents and Julie and Rick cheering for us. For a split second I forgot about the pain in my neck, my lower back, my butt, my legs… not sure, but I think even my hair hurt at that time! *Coming into transition, I dismounted my bike, handed it to the volunteer and looked her dead in the eye and said, “I have some special instructions for you about my bike…. THROW IT IN THE LAKE!” As I ran off, I heard her laughing and telling the next person what I’d said. To be honest, I really didn’t think my bike would be on the rack after the race but in the bottom of Lake Monona!
Patrick’s Bike Time: 6:55:47
Shannon’s Bike Time: 7:33:51
Run:
*Onto the run… Now, the race begins!
*After changing clothes in the changing tent, run outside and have a volunteer apply sunscreen to your already sun burnt body.
*Both Patrick and I admit, we were so excited to finally head out for the run that we went out a bit too fast in the beginning. You know you are in trouble when you start passing people like it’s a 10k (when in fact it’s a marathon… after 114.4 miles), and people in the crowd are surprised at how fast you are going.
*When we started our first loop, we saw the gang again and smiled and waved wildly (again feeling way too happy to be on the run).
*The run course was also a two loop course and it took you through the college, U of W. The worst part of it was a hill on Observatory Road that required you to walk in order to save your energy.
*I was bummed because unlike last Ironman where I met Maureen from San Fran on mile 4, I did not find someone that was the same pace as me to talk with this marathon. That meant I was literally on my own to finish.
*Loop one felt great! Saw the gang at least 4-5 times
*Starting loop two, I stopped by special needs, chatted with my mom for a bit, then grabbed my snacks and hit the road (for the record, Gummy Worms are the best snack for a marathon!)
*Second loop proved to slap us both in the face with a little melt down. The legs finally started to speak and tell us they weren’t exactly thrilled with what we were doing to them today.
*For me, I realized my time in Canada wasn’t going to happen, but if I picked up the pace (significantly) I had a chance of coming in under 14 hours. So I did what anyone else would do with 8 miles left in the race… I picked it up.
*Again, a little worried when you are “speeding” by everyone and the volunteers and spectators aren’t necessarily cheering you on, but surprised you are racing in. I was on a mission and I didn’t care if it meant I was collapsing at the finish to meet my goal.
*Needless to say I pulled sub 10’s on the last part of the run, made up some time and finished with my goal!
Patrick’s run time: 4:56:17
Shannon’s Run time: 4:47:02
Finish:
Everyone keeps asking what it feels like to cross the line after a race like this. Truly it’s hard to explain, but in a split second as you run down the chute and the lights are on you, the crowd is cheering you on, and the announcer is calling your name… it hits you that all that hard work paid off and you did what you set out to do, complete 140.5 miles, and you are proud! You can’t believe your body and mind pushed you through those hard times (yes, I did think of quitting a few times on the bike) and that you just traveled 140.6 miles! You are emotional, excited, and in shock.
Patrick’s FINISHING TIME: 13:19:11
Shannon’s FINISHING TIME: 13:55:34
Just for the record, Patrick had an amazing race on a difficult course. He killed his Personal Best from the last Ironman by knocking off 2 ½ hours off his time!
Again, a huge thanks to everyone that left us voice messages, text message, and emails wishing us good luck! You have no idea how motivating those simple words of encouragement are to us, especially when we start to doubt our ability. Thanks for being our support and our coaches!
Next?
So will we do another one???
Patrick says, “Yes!”
Shannon says “I’m not saying no”
Needless to say, we both want to get our lives back by spending time with family and friends again. The race isn’t the hard part; it’s the training and the time it takes away from our normal lives.
So, next season we both think ½ Ironmans will suit us fine!
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
YIKES - 4 days out!
Patrick and I made it to Wisconsin today. And I can tell you... just like my initial thought in Canada... EVERYONE IS FIT AND INTIMIDATING! Yikes! We left OC and a tough looking woman with an Ironman Backpack and tattoo was next to us. Patrick and I did a double take and laughed. Then we get to Wisconsin, and people outside our hotel look like they came out of the advertisement from Triathlete Magazine.
Yup, Patrick and I continue to bicker. At least we can laugh about it. But we bickered about the plan when we got here, if we should get a GPS for the car, if we should tour the capitol when we are here... to name a few...
LOVE Madison... reminds me of Chico. Today we went to dinner at The Great Dane Bar and Grill (per the Sheraton hotel's recommendation) and I ordered ale beers and the richest pasta dish ever! After five bites I was done! Then we headed over to Genna's for another beer. I had "Capitol" ale... pretty good.
Anyway, tomorrow will be packed:
Wake up at 7am (that's 5am PCT!)
Run (20 mins)
Breakfast
Ironman Village.... to BUY OUT THE MERCHANDISING TENT!!!!
Pick up the bikes
Quick swim in the lake
Ride the run course
Check out the capitol
And maybe do the Duck Tour (amphibious tour)
Busy day, and getting more anxious and excited as the days go by. we are looking forward to the city picking up with more triathletes.
Off to bed... easy to sleep tonight... I've been exhausted lately!
Yup, Patrick and I continue to bicker. At least we can laugh about it. But we bickered about the plan when we got here, if we should get a GPS for the car, if we should tour the capitol when we are here... to name a few...
LOVE Madison... reminds me of Chico. Today we went to dinner at The Great Dane Bar and Grill (per the Sheraton hotel's recommendation) and I ordered ale beers and the richest pasta dish ever! After five bites I was done! Then we headed over to Genna's for another beer. I had "Capitol" ale... pretty good.
Anyway, tomorrow will be packed:
Wake up at 7am (that's 5am PCT!)
Run (20 mins)
Breakfast
Ironman Village.... to BUY OUT THE MERCHANDISING TENT!!!!
Pick up the bikes
Quick swim in the lake
Ride the run course
Check out the capitol
And maybe do the Duck Tour (amphibious tour)
Busy day, and getting more anxious and excited as the days go by. we are looking forward to the city picking up with more triathletes.
Off to bed... easy to sleep tonight... I've been exhausted lately!
Friday, August 31, 2007
Week 24 - I guess that means I have to finish!
Work made an announcement that I was doing the Ironman in a few days... now it's out there. No flying under the radar. People expect me to finish, otherwise I have to come home and face everyone. Ah, the pressure!
I'm really starting to get nervous. I'm a bit emotional, and extremely TIRED. According to the articles I've read, this is normal. My body is in a rebuilding cycle, and the energy is being spent to rebuild my muscles... only to be broken down on 9/9.
The goal these next few days (9 to be exact!) is to avoid getting sick, stay healthy, be fit, and catch up on sleep. I just wish I could wrap myself up in bubblewrap and protect myself from any potential danger. (I always hear about people stubbing/breaking their toe a few weeks before and technically, not supposed to run - but of course, do)
I saw my nutritionist on Tuesday. She wants me to cut back on the alcohol and adjust my nutrition a tad for the taper. More Fish Oil, a slight increase on Carbs ("just round up"), and stick to everything else the same.
To be honest, I'm "checked out". I feel the end right around the corner and I'm anxious to get there. I just hop I don't bypass the race trying to get there. As the cliche goes... it's the journey to get there that makes it worth it.
Strategy for the race:
Be mellow
Don't get caught up too much in the excitement
Absorb it all! The crowds, the scuba divers, the swim, the city, the fields, the people, the other competitors, the finish, the metal and the joy!
One discipline at a time! Focus on the swim, when I'm in the swim, focus on the bike, when I'm on the bike, focus on each mile I run during the run
Thank every volunteer
HAVE A GOOD TIME!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: swim with wetsuit
Tues: nothing
Wed: SO tired I slept in
Thurs: Shipped off bike, wetsuit and most of my gear
Fri: I'm typing this... does it count?
Sat: One last run with my runners & maybe a swim
Sun: Don't know or maybe a swim
Mon: Watch the Disney 1/2
Tues: Last day of work
Wed: Fly out to Wisconsin (dear god, please make sure we can meet our connecting flight!)
Out there... I expect we will have plenty to do to get us ready for the race.
Until then!
I'm really starting to get nervous. I'm a bit emotional, and extremely TIRED. According to the articles I've read, this is normal. My body is in a rebuilding cycle, and the energy is being spent to rebuild my muscles... only to be broken down on 9/9.
The goal these next few days (9 to be exact!) is to avoid getting sick, stay healthy, be fit, and catch up on sleep. I just wish I could wrap myself up in bubblewrap and protect myself from any potential danger. (I always hear about people stubbing/breaking their toe a few weeks before and technically, not supposed to run - but of course, do)
I saw my nutritionist on Tuesday. She wants me to cut back on the alcohol and adjust my nutrition a tad for the taper. More Fish Oil, a slight increase on Carbs ("just round up"), and stick to everything else the same.
To be honest, I'm "checked out". I feel the end right around the corner and I'm anxious to get there. I just hop I don't bypass the race trying to get there. As the cliche goes... it's the journey to get there that makes it worth it.
Strategy for the race:
Be mellow
Don't get caught up too much in the excitement
Absorb it all! The crowds, the scuba divers, the swim, the city, the fields, the people, the other competitors, the finish, the metal and the joy!
One discipline at a time! Focus on the swim, when I'm in the swim, focus on the bike, when I'm on the bike, focus on each mile I run during the run
Thank every volunteer
HAVE A GOOD TIME!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: swim with wetsuit
Tues: nothing
Wed: SO tired I slept in
Thurs: Shipped off bike, wetsuit and most of my gear
Fri: I'm typing this... does it count?
Sat: One last run with my runners & maybe a swim
Sun: Don't know or maybe a swim
Mon: Watch the Disney 1/2
Tues: Last day of work
Wed: Fly out to Wisconsin (dear god, please make sure we can meet our connecting flight!)
Out there... I expect we will have plenty to do to get us ready for the race.
Until then!
Friday, August 24, 2007
Week 22 & 23 - Dear God, please don't say I peaked!
This week was good. No real complaints. To be honest, I haven't been as disciplined with my workouts, but then again, I've been at it for 5 1/2 months (or longer).
This Week's Accomplishments:
Mon: Massage with Marisol & Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Run (60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Nothing
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (3:04 hours) 20 miles
Sun: Bike (2:24) & run (30 min)
Holly Shit! I did my last LONG workout! Saturday's run was awesome (dear God, please don't say I just peaked in my training!), and I was surprised at how well I did. I set out on the run with my runners for their (also) last long run of 12 miles. My Dad 'manned' the aid station - which we all loved - and we all hit the HOT trail. I came back with the first group, slapped high fives with them, then turned around and headed out for (what I thought would only be) 6 more miles. It was hot, my body was tired, and yes, I considered turning in early. Yet, I stuck it out and finish the 18 miles... BUT not my three hours! Shit! I had to go back out! I must admit that I was proud, that I could dig deep within and go back out for 2 more miles. And actually, I felt pretty good!
The Next Week's Accompishments:
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Track (60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Nothing
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (60 mins)
Sun: Bike (3:34)
You read in articles how taper is actually as "relaxing" as you thought. You feel crappy: tired, achy, non motivated (is that a term??). I was tired at Monday's swim, and just hung at the back of the lane. Hey, I'm still recovering from that 3 hours, right?? Then I took it easy at track practice. I started out with the fast, girl pack, then due to heartrate (loves to keep me honest) I backed off... a LOT! I am really starting to like this group, some great runners that push me, and very friendly. Back to swim Wednesday for a tough set. Then, "off" Thursday and Friday. Saturday was a breezy run and Sunday was a tough battle to get Patrick to agree to only do 3:45 hours on the bike. I do NOT have motivation right now!!
Next week I continue on the taper... I lose my bike Thursday as it make the trip to Madison via truck. Gosh! Only 2 more weeks...
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 mins) with wetsuit
Tues: Track (60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins) with wetsuit
Thur: Spin class & 15-20 min run
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (50-60 mins)
Sun: Bike (120-150 min) & run (15-20 min)
(Monday, my runners compete in their race: Disney 1/2 Marathon!)
Ok, GEEZ, I hope it all comes together on 9/9. I pray that I won't get a flat, or have bike problems (for that matter), I pray I don't get a migraine during the race (like I did for my first Triathlon), I pray the weather holds up, I pray my nutrition works, I pray it all "clicks" on race day! Out of my hands now... I've done all I can, and what I didn't do... well, I can't do anything about it now!
This Week's Accomplishments:
Mon: Massage with Marisol & Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Run (60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Nothing
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (3:04 hours) 20 miles
Sun: Bike (2:24) & run (30 min)
Holly Shit! I did my last LONG workout! Saturday's run was awesome (dear God, please don't say I just peaked in my training!), and I was surprised at how well I did. I set out on the run with my runners for their (also) last long run of 12 miles. My Dad 'manned' the aid station - which we all loved - and we all hit the HOT trail. I came back with the first group, slapped high fives with them, then turned around and headed out for (what I thought would only be) 6 more miles. It was hot, my body was tired, and yes, I considered turning in early. Yet, I stuck it out and finish the 18 miles... BUT not my three hours! Shit! I had to go back out! I must admit that I was proud, that I could dig deep within and go back out for 2 more miles. And actually, I felt pretty good!
The Next Week's Accompishments:
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Track (60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Nothing
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (60 mins)
Sun: Bike (3:34)
You read in articles how taper is actually as "relaxing" as you thought. You feel crappy: tired, achy, non motivated (is that a term??). I was tired at Monday's swim, and just hung at the back of the lane. Hey, I'm still recovering from that 3 hours, right?? Then I took it easy at track practice. I started out with the fast, girl pack, then due to heartrate (loves to keep me honest) I backed off... a LOT! I am really starting to like this group, some great runners that push me, and very friendly. Back to swim Wednesday for a tough set. Then, "off" Thursday and Friday. Saturday was a breezy run and Sunday was a tough battle to get Patrick to agree to only do 3:45 hours on the bike. I do NOT have motivation right now!!
Next week I continue on the taper... I lose my bike Thursday as it make the trip to Madison via truck. Gosh! Only 2 more weeks...
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 mins) with wetsuit
Tues: Track (60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins) with wetsuit
Thur: Spin class & 15-20 min run
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (50-60 mins)
Sun: Bike (120-150 min) & run (15-20 min)
(Monday, my runners compete in their race: Disney 1/2 Marathon!)
Ok, GEEZ, I hope it all comes together on 9/9. I pray that I won't get a flat, or have bike problems (for that matter), I pray I don't get a migraine during the race (like I did for my first Triathlon), I pray the weather holds up, I pray my nutrition works, I pray it all "clicks" on race day! Out of my hands now... I've done all I can, and what I didn't do... well, I can't do anything about it now!
Monday, August 13, 2007
Week 20 & 21- Are we there yet??
It's been a long 5 months and I'm ready to get on with the race! These past few weeks, I admit, I've not been very good. I don't know if it was because of the race and I'm recovering, or my Birthday that I celebrated, or that I'm worn down and getting "sick". I just took it easy and slept in when necessary. In my mind, there was no reason to push it if I didn't need to.
This week's accomplishments 7/30:
Mon: Swim 70 mins
Tues: Track work, 5 miles (just over an hour)
Wed: Swim 70 mins
Thur: Core Class (no bike)
Fri: off
Sat: Run 10 miles (my birthday - a good day running with some alumni runners)
Sun: Off - NO way I was going to bike with that hang over!
I really made sure to enjoy my birthday. I'd worked so hard, sacrificed a few nights out with friends and families in the past few months, that I deserved a night to enjoy! I had friends in town and lots of good wine (and a lovely cop!).
This week's accomplishments (8/6):
Mon: nothing
Tues: nothing
Wed: nothing
Thurs: Peter's Canyon trail Run 5 miles
Fri: off
Sat: 14 mile long run
Sun: Last LONG, LONG ride (7 hours=100 miles!) & 45 min run
I think I was just worn down this week. I couldn't get out of bed, I had an infection, I was just tired! But, I did make the last long ride. It was brutal. Patrick, Kevin (new to the group) & I went out for the first of three loops in Santiago Canyon. Not more than 5 miles in, Patrick decides to cut me off and I end up in the dirt island with my bike above my head. I thought it was the end of the ride (and actually was disappointed I wouldn't get 7 hours in). However, my back derailer was slightly bent, but operable. We set off to do the first loop (plus, Modjeska Canyon- I hate that hill, but easier this time). Then back to refill the bottles at our car, and Patrick and I set off for our second loop (this time, with Live Oak - I hate this hill more!). Back to the cars one more time, only to head out for 1/2 way to our third loop. We turned around at Glenn Ranch (of course, at the top) and headed back, since we were pushing going over our training time. To the cars, one more time to "tranition" for the run. Out for 45 mins in the heat... Back to the cars (or should I say the tree that provided us a brief opportunity to nap), shower up and off to SuperMex for some much needed celebration. Adam met us for drinks, but Patrick was not doing well. Must have been the combo heat and lack of calories, but he ended up in the car passed out and not feeling well. My "iron" stomach handled two ice cold beers nicely and some Mexican food.
Now, I've just got one LONG, LONG run (3 hours) and I'm headed toward Taper Land! Woo Hoo!
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Massage with Marisol & Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Bike (75 mins) & Run (30-40 min)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Run (70-90 mins) & core class
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (3 hours)
Sun: Bike (240-300 mins) & run (40-50 min) & core class
This week's accomplishments 7/30:
Mon: Swim 70 mins
Tues: Track work, 5 miles (just over an hour)
Wed: Swim 70 mins
Thur: Core Class (no bike)
Fri: off
Sat: Run 10 miles (my birthday - a good day running with some alumni runners)
Sun: Off - NO way I was going to bike with that hang over!
I really made sure to enjoy my birthday. I'd worked so hard, sacrificed a few nights out with friends and families in the past few months, that I deserved a night to enjoy! I had friends in town and lots of good wine (and a lovely cop!).
This week's accomplishments (8/6):
Mon: nothing
Tues: nothing
Wed: nothing
Thurs: Peter's Canyon trail Run 5 miles
Fri: off
Sat: 14 mile long run
Sun: Last LONG, LONG ride (7 hours=100 miles!) & 45 min run
I think I was just worn down this week. I couldn't get out of bed, I had an infection, I was just tired! But, I did make the last long ride. It was brutal. Patrick, Kevin (new to the group) & I went out for the first of three loops in Santiago Canyon. Not more than 5 miles in, Patrick decides to cut me off and I end up in the dirt island with my bike above my head. I thought it was the end of the ride (and actually was disappointed I wouldn't get 7 hours in). However, my back derailer was slightly bent, but operable. We set off to do the first loop (plus, Modjeska Canyon- I hate that hill, but easier this time). Then back to refill the bottles at our car, and Patrick and I set off for our second loop (this time, with Live Oak - I hate this hill more!). Back to the cars one more time, only to head out for 1/2 way to our third loop. We turned around at Glenn Ranch (of course, at the top) and headed back, since we were pushing going over our training time. To the cars, one more time to "tranition" for the run. Out for 45 mins in the heat... Back to the cars (or should I say the tree that provided us a brief opportunity to nap), shower up and off to SuperMex for some much needed celebration. Adam met us for drinks, but Patrick was not doing well. Must have been the combo heat and lack of calories, but he ended up in the car passed out and not feeling well. My "iron" stomach handled two ice cold beers nicely and some Mexican food.
Now, I've just got one LONG, LONG run (3 hours) and I'm headed toward Taper Land! Woo Hoo!
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Massage with Marisol & Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Bike (75 mins) & Run (30-40 min)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Run (70-90 mins) & core class
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (3 hours)
Sun: Bike (240-300 mins) & run (40-50 min) & core class
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Weeks 18 & 19 - I'm making a comeback!
Been busy! Work, training, family... you know life! I
This Week's Accomplishments (7/9)
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Bike (75 min) & Run (40 min)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Peter's Canyon Trail run (70 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Run (12 miles)
Sun: Bike (75 miles) & Run (45 mins) & Multisport Party!
I felt pretty good that week. Had a blast at the Peter's Canyon Trail Run, and enjoyed the week by going to the Multisport party. I was gearing up for Vineman the next weekend...
This week's Accomplishments (7/16):
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: off
Wed: Ran long with Patrick (masters had hard time getting pool) 7.5 miles
Thur: Core Class and packed for Vineman
Fri: off-traveled to Vineman
Sat: Easy swim to see start (20 mins) & drove course
Sun: Race Day! Swim 1.2, Bike 56, Run 13.1 = 5:41:27! (new PR!)
I had a blast in Vineman! What a way to bring back my morale! The swim was great! We swam in the Russian River and I just "drafted" off people. Then onto the bike which was totally my type of course: rolling hills and hot! I was excited because technically it was a "short" ride (remember I've been training much further). Then onto the run... it was a death march! I felt pretty good and finished that in under 2 hours. I had a blast joking with volunteers and playing with the crowd - anything to keep my mind off the hard work and have fun! It was awesome to have a friend, Adrian, come up and act as coach. Although he disapproved of my wine tasting the day before, he was great on keeping me on track.
Nutrition for the race:
2 packets of organic, plain oatmeal w/ organic raisins
coffee with cream
water, water, water
1 salt tablet
Out of Swim: Hammer Gel Gu-rasberry flavor & water
every 10 mins water
every 30-40 perpetuem (endurance strength!)
every hour, 1 salt tablet
Onto the run: hammer gel gu: apple cinnamon
water, water, water, and a gu (plain)
After race: Recoverite, Reliv, and LOTS of wine!
This week's Accomplishments (7/23)
Mon: Travel day from race
Tues: Travel day for work - chicago
Wed: Ran lake side- 6 miles super easy for recovery
Thur: Core Class
Fri: off
Sat: Easy run (6.5) with group
Sun: Stil tired from race... but, Biked 5 1/2 hours (68 miles) & Ran (2.5 miles) & Core Class
I struggled with this week... I think I was recovering and trying to baby myself to make sure I didn't blow my training on Vineman. Although it was a great day, I started to doubt if I was smart going all out like I did. Net, net, though I felt confident for Ironman and laughed at how in shape I felt.
This Week's Accomplishments (7/9)
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Bike (75 min) & Run (40 min)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Peter's Canyon Trail run (70 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Run (12 miles)
Sun: Bike (75 miles) & Run (45 mins) & Multisport Party!
I felt pretty good that week. Had a blast at the Peter's Canyon Trail Run, and enjoyed the week by going to the Multisport party. I was gearing up for Vineman the next weekend...
This week's Accomplishments (7/16):
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: off
Wed: Ran long with Patrick (masters had hard time getting pool) 7.5 miles
Thur: Core Class and packed for Vineman
Fri: off-traveled to Vineman
Sat: Easy swim to see start (20 mins) & drove course
Sun: Race Day! Swim 1.2, Bike 56, Run 13.1 = 5:41:27! (new PR!)
I had a blast in Vineman! What a way to bring back my morale! The swim was great! We swam in the Russian River and I just "drafted" off people. Then onto the bike which was totally my type of course: rolling hills and hot! I was excited because technically it was a "short" ride (remember I've been training much further). Then onto the run... it was a death march! I felt pretty good and finished that in under 2 hours. I had a blast joking with volunteers and playing with the crowd - anything to keep my mind off the hard work and have fun! It was awesome to have a friend, Adrian, come up and act as coach. Although he disapproved of my wine tasting the day before, he was great on keeping me on track.
Nutrition for the race:
2 packets of organic, plain oatmeal w/ organic raisins
coffee with cream
water, water, water
1 salt tablet
Out of Swim: Hammer Gel Gu-rasberry flavor & water
every 10 mins water
every 30-40 perpetuem (endurance strength!)
every hour, 1 salt tablet
Onto the run: hammer gel gu: apple cinnamon
water, water, water, and a gu (plain)
After race: Recoverite, Reliv, and LOTS of wine!
This week's Accomplishments (7/23)
Mon: Travel day from race
Tues: Travel day for work - chicago
Wed: Ran lake side- 6 miles super easy for recovery
Thur: Core Class
Fri: off
Sat: Easy run (6.5) with group
Sun: Stil tired from race... but, Biked 5 1/2 hours (68 miles) & Ran (2.5 miles) & Core Class
I struggled with this week... I think I was recovering and trying to baby myself to make sure I didn't blow my training on Vineman. Although it was a great day, I started to doubt if I was smart going all out like I did. Net, net, though I felt confident for Ironman and laughed at how in shape I felt.
Friday, July 13, 2007
Week 17 - Do as I say, not as I do!
In much better spirits! Althought I did hurt my hamstring! YIKES! So the goals from not this week, but last were to see a nutritionist, be better about my workouts and work on my attitude. I did see a nutritionist on the Thursday. She has me doing the basics, and I'm still concerned I'm going to put on weight because we didn't discuss amount of calories I should consume but what types of foods I should eat and how often in the day. Some things that surprised me were no diet coke and if I were to have regular coke or diet, pick regular. HM! Who knew!? I do feel like I have more energy and it has curbed the afternoon "overhaul" of eating but, am I eating too many calories in the day?
I got most of my workouts in but couldn't do all because of straining my hamstring at the 4th of July 5ks. Yup, do as I say and not as I do... had track work on Tues night, then turned around and sprinted the 5k in the morning... it resulted in a limping girl finishing the first race and unable to participate in the second race... or run her long run on Saturday! Anyway, an emergency massage with Marisol, compression, icing and rest have made me feel a lot better.
My attitude has been better. I think because I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. We only have about 2 more BIG, BIG rides left and then we taper. Now, I'm more scared than anything... did I train enough, how is my hamstring going to hold up, is that a tug I'm feeling on my Achilles, should I be doing the 1/2 Vineman, will I finish, will it be a worst time than last time... you know the drill. Now all I can do is have faith that the program will set me up for success and the weather/nutrition/all aspects I can't necessarily control come together just right on 9/9.
This Week's Accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 mins)... plus a massage
Tues: Run (40-60 mins)
Wed: 4th of July 5k in Huntington Beach!
Thur: off
Fri: off
Sat: off
Sun: Bike (120-180 mins) & Run (15-20 mins)
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Bike (75 min) & Run (40 min)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Peter's Canyon Trail run (70-90 min)
Fri: Optional 30 run
Sat: Run (105-120 min)
Sun: Bike (270-330 mins) & Run (40-50 mins) & Multisport Party!
Keep it up on the nutrition! (can't believe I gave up some of my wine!) And try to remain positive!
I got most of my workouts in but couldn't do all because of straining my hamstring at the 4th of July 5ks. Yup, do as I say and not as I do... had track work on Tues night, then turned around and sprinted the 5k in the morning... it resulted in a limping girl finishing the first race and unable to participate in the second race... or run her long run on Saturday! Anyway, an emergency massage with Marisol, compression, icing and rest have made me feel a lot better.
My attitude has been better. I think because I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. We only have about 2 more BIG, BIG rides left and then we taper. Now, I'm more scared than anything... did I train enough, how is my hamstring going to hold up, is that a tug I'm feeling on my Achilles, should I be doing the 1/2 Vineman, will I finish, will it be a worst time than last time... you know the drill. Now all I can do is have faith that the program will set me up for success and the weather/nutrition/all aspects I can't necessarily control come together just right on 9/9.
This Week's Accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 mins)... plus a massage
Tues: Run (40-60 mins)
Wed: 4th of July 5k in Huntington Beach!
Thur: off
Fri: off
Sat: off
Sun: Bike (120-180 mins) & Run (15-20 mins)
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 mins)
Tues: Bike (75 min) & Run (40 min)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: Peter's Canyon Trail run (70-90 min)
Fri: Optional 30 run
Sat: Run (105-120 min)
Sun: Bike (270-330 mins) & Run (40-50 mins) & Multisport Party!
Keep it up on the nutrition! (can't believe I gave up some of my wine!) And try to remain positive!
Monday, July 02, 2007
Week 16 - a little better
Last week was a melt down for me. After another week of missed workouts, I started to turn my attitude around. I mean, everyone goes through a period in their training that tests you mentally. Friends have convinced me to find some "fun" in training again whether that means skipping a whole week and doing nothing over 30 mins of training, to skipping a weekend session to focus on a short, fun race or activity that doesn't involve swim, bike, run. If I meant to, or not, I apted for no workouts during the week. Other than swimming, I didn't get much in and I must admit, my attitude feels a little better.
I've researched about 4 nutritionist, and picked the brains of all my friends. With Adrian's help (and a lot of wine) I learned a little more on how much I might be calorie deprived. So, this week's goal is setting up an appointment with a nutritionist and getting these last 8 weeks on track.
Thanks to Mo's encouraging note, and a few inspirational words from my runners, I'm feeling better!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: nothing
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: nothing was in San Diego for a work offsite
Fri: nothing again due to offsite, but did get a fabulous massage!
Sat: Run 150 mins (I accidentally overdid this workout because I was only supposed to do 80-100 mins)
Sun: Bike (270 mins) and run (40 mins)
Feeling better as of Sunday and contacted a few nutritionists.
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 mins) & Yoga... plus a massage
Tues: Run (40-60 mins) & strength (30 mins)
Wed: 4th of July 5ks in Huntington Beach! Maybe ocean swim with Patrick
Thur: Bike (75 mins) & Run (15-20 mins)
Fri: Run (30 mins) & Ocean Swim with Adrian
Sat: Run (60-80 mins) & Bike (60 mins easy) & Yoga
Sun: Bike (120-180 mins) & Run (15-20 mins)
Nutrition: Schedule and see a nutritionist
Attitude: Think positive and be positive, this is a huge accomplishment!
Thanks again Mo! I sure wish you were doing the race with me!! Hope your training is going well too!
I've researched about 4 nutritionist, and picked the brains of all my friends. With Adrian's help (and a lot of wine) I learned a little more on how much I might be calorie deprived. So, this week's goal is setting up an appointment with a nutritionist and getting these last 8 weeks on track.
Thanks to Mo's encouraging note, and a few inspirational words from my runners, I'm feeling better!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: nothing
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thur: nothing was in San Diego for a work offsite
Fri: nothing again due to offsite, but did get a fabulous massage!
Sat: Run 150 mins (I accidentally overdid this workout because I was only supposed to do 80-100 mins)
Sun: Bike (270 mins) and run (40 mins)
Feeling better as of Sunday and contacted a few nutritionists.
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 mins) & Yoga... plus a massage
Tues: Run (40-60 mins) & strength (30 mins)
Wed: 4th of July 5ks in Huntington Beach! Maybe ocean swim with Patrick
Thur: Bike (75 mins) & Run (15-20 mins)
Fri: Run (30 mins) & Ocean Swim with Adrian
Sat: Run (60-80 mins) & Bike (60 mins easy) & Yoga
Sun: Bike (120-180 mins) & Run (15-20 mins)
Nutrition: Schedule and see a nutritionist
Attitude: Think positive and be positive, this is a huge accomplishment!
Thanks again Mo! I sure wish you were doing the race with me!! Hope your training is going well too!
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Weeks 13, 14 & 15 - Hello, my name is Bitter Betty!
I remember this last time. I remember being exhausted, frustrated with my weight, frustrated that I can't go out and have fun with everyone else, too tired to have fun if I even find the time, literally NO time!!! My temper is short, my irritation is easy to spark, I'm feeling overwhelmed with commitments but too tired to do anything but complain or fly off the handle.
Today, on my long bike ride, I snapped at my training partner. I feel bad because it's not his fault that I'm tired and angry with the training. I got a flat, I almost took a dive in San Clemente because I'm too tired to get out of my clips for a stop sign, I was Bitter Betty complaining about everything... why would he want to ride with me for four hours and then run 45 mins. I feel really bad, I took the fun out of today, but I'm totally tapped out on enthusiasm for Ironman training.
We still have 9 weeks left. Those 9 weeks seem very far away and I'm not even looking at it as "In 9 weeks I get to do my Ironman", I'm seeing it as "In 9 weeks I can have my life back and do what I want to do!"
I've been struggling more than ever with my nutrition. Remember my note about being short tempered??? Try talking sense into me about nutrition! I get that my legs will get bigger with muscle, fine! But my waistline is also getting large. I've noticed in pictures I'm heavy and there is fat in places I'd prefer not to point out. What am I doing???
I've contacted two nutritionists after talking (ok, complaining) to everyone I know. We will see what they have to come back with. I know it will be expensive and (nutrition) will be yet ANOTHER thing to stress me out!
Work has been challenging. I've had a lot of responsibilities and been thrown in fast. All good and fine if I didn't have to figure things out as I went. I know this added stress is affecting my attitude and fatigue. But it's my livelihood so I can't be expected to "scale it back". I have been trying to protect myself and keep a life balance. It just stresses me out because life has to take second priority when a meeting is scheduled on my day OFF!!
Oh yeah, and ENOUGH of the traveling for work!!! If it's not hard enough to get all the workouts in when you have your scheduled Masters class, spin class and track sessions, how am I to do it when staying in hotel rooms or doing long hours on a set?? What a challenge!
Friends have been supportive but a simple invitation has me fried. I'd like to squeeze things in but at the end of the day, I'm just layering on an obligation that I can't make because I'm either tired, or another priority crept in. I am a lousy friend right now. I'm non responsive, uninvolved, and forgetful. I am having a hard time keeping up with things overall.
Family is awesome. I just wish I could spend more time with them.
Emotionally I'm a mess right now. The fatigue is just magnifying my feelings. Last night I was watching "where the heart is" with (one) glass of wine, and in tears! I just want to push everyone away. By my nature I figure if I strip everything away, I could potentially eliminate stress... but then I'm left with nothing.
So for now I'm plowing through this life experience. After all, I chose this adventure, I can't complain. And I certainly can't take it out on my friends and support crew!
Achievements Week 6/4 (traveled to LA for the week):
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) & run (30 min)
Wed: nothing
Thurs: 5 miles
Fri: Off
Sat: Run 13.5 miles (110 min)
Sun: Bike ride 80 miles (315 mins) & run (45 min)
Achievements Week 6/11 (in LA Mon, Wed, Thurs):
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: nothing
Wed: nothing
Thurs: nothing
Fri: Run (45 mins)
Sat: Run (60 mins)
Sun: Bike (110 min)
NOTABLY my worst week yet! Not week day workouts, and a poor performance on the weekend! I was lacking motivation and drive. Not to mention I'm tired from all this travel and being out of the office which just piles the work up for when I'm in the office... and in turn doesn't allow me to get out on time for key workouts!
Achievements week 6/18:
Mon: Swim (70 mins) & massage
Tues: Run (90 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thurs: nothing
Fri: nothing
Sat: Run (10 miles) & yoga (90 mins)
Sun: Bike (240 mins) & run (30 mins)
I took Monday off (much needed!) and tried to recharge. Then by Thursday I completely lost my drive. Then you read my breakdown on the bike with Patrick! YIKES! I miss Yoga, so I need to get that going again. It was nice this past Saturday relaxing and breathing!
So for next week, I need to pull it together. I mean I signed up for this, it's not anyone's fault but mine! And I knew Ironman training wasn't going to be a walk in the park! Deal with it and fix your attitude!
Week 6/25 goals:
Mon: Swim (70 min) & run (30 min) & Yoga (90 mins)
Tues: Spin (75 mins) & run (35 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins) & bike (60-90 mins)
Thur: Run (70-90 mins)
Fri: Run or swim (30 mins)
Sat: Run (80-100 mins) & yoga (90 mins)
Sun: Bike (210-270 mins) and run (35-40 mins)
Attitude adjustment and nutrition analysis!
Pull it together, Shannon!
Today, on my long bike ride, I snapped at my training partner. I feel bad because it's not his fault that I'm tired and angry with the training. I got a flat, I almost took a dive in San Clemente because I'm too tired to get out of my clips for a stop sign, I was Bitter Betty complaining about everything... why would he want to ride with me for four hours and then run 45 mins. I feel really bad, I took the fun out of today, but I'm totally tapped out on enthusiasm for Ironman training.
We still have 9 weeks left. Those 9 weeks seem very far away and I'm not even looking at it as "In 9 weeks I get to do my Ironman", I'm seeing it as "In 9 weeks I can have my life back and do what I want to do!"
I've been struggling more than ever with my nutrition. Remember my note about being short tempered??? Try talking sense into me about nutrition! I get that my legs will get bigger with muscle, fine! But my waistline is also getting large. I've noticed in pictures I'm heavy and there is fat in places I'd prefer not to point out. What am I doing???
I've contacted two nutritionists after talking (ok, complaining) to everyone I know. We will see what they have to come back with. I know it will be expensive and (nutrition) will be yet ANOTHER thing to stress me out!
Work has been challenging. I've had a lot of responsibilities and been thrown in fast. All good and fine if I didn't have to figure things out as I went. I know this added stress is affecting my attitude and fatigue. But it's my livelihood so I can't be expected to "scale it back". I have been trying to protect myself and keep a life balance. It just stresses me out because life has to take second priority when a meeting is scheduled on my day OFF!!
Oh yeah, and ENOUGH of the traveling for work!!! If it's not hard enough to get all the workouts in when you have your scheduled Masters class, spin class and track sessions, how am I to do it when staying in hotel rooms or doing long hours on a set?? What a challenge!
Friends have been supportive but a simple invitation has me fried. I'd like to squeeze things in but at the end of the day, I'm just layering on an obligation that I can't make because I'm either tired, or another priority crept in. I am a lousy friend right now. I'm non responsive, uninvolved, and forgetful. I am having a hard time keeping up with things overall.
Family is awesome. I just wish I could spend more time with them.
Emotionally I'm a mess right now. The fatigue is just magnifying my feelings. Last night I was watching "where the heart is" with (one) glass of wine, and in tears! I just want to push everyone away. By my nature I figure if I strip everything away, I could potentially eliminate stress... but then I'm left with nothing.
So for now I'm plowing through this life experience. After all, I chose this adventure, I can't complain. And I certainly can't take it out on my friends and support crew!
Achievements Week 6/4 (traveled to LA for the week):
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) & run (30 min)
Wed: nothing
Thurs: 5 miles
Fri: Off
Sat: Run 13.5 miles (110 min)
Sun: Bike ride 80 miles (315 mins) & run (45 min)
Achievements Week 6/11 (in LA Mon, Wed, Thurs):
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: nothing
Wed: nothing
Thurs: nothing
Fri: Run (45 mins)
Sat: Run (60 mins)
Sun: Bike (110 min)
NOTABLY my worst week yet! Not week day workouts, and a poor performance on the weekend! I was lacking motivation and drive. Not to mention I'm tired from all this travel and being out of the office which just piles the work up for when I'm in the office... and in turn doesn't allow me to get out on time for key workouts!
Achievements week 6/18:
Mon: Swim (70 mins) & massage
Tues: Run (90 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins)
Thurs: nothing
Fri: nothing
Sat: Run (10 miles) & yoga (90 mins)
Sun: Bike (240 mins) & run (30 mins)
I took Monday off (much needed!) and tried to recharge. Then by Thursday I completely lost my drive. Then you read my breakdown on the bike with Patrick! YIKES! I miss Yoga, so I need to get that going again. It was nice this past Saturday relaxing and breathing!
So for next week, I need to pull it together. I mean I signed up for this, it's not anyone's fault but mine! And I knew Ironman training wasn't going to be a walk in the park! Deal with it and fix your attitude!
Week 6/25 goals:
Mon: Swim (70 min) & run (30 min) & Yoga (90 mins)
Tues: Spin (75 mins) & run (35 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 mins) & bike (60-90 mins)
Thur: Run (70-90 mins)
Fri: Run or swim (30 mins)
Sat: Run (80-100 mins) & yoga (90 mins)
Sun: Bike (210-270 mins) and run (35-40 mins)
Attitude adjustment and nutrition analysis!
Pull it together, Shannon!
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Weeks 11 & 12 - Even more tired
The last few weeks have been a challenge. My role at work is changing so there was some transition going on, my family had (yet some) more events to attend, and I was climbing in hours/miles for training.
On a good note, I got most of it in, but listened to my body and took a few breaks to keep my sanity. I'm tired more because I'm balancing so many things, but I'm still having fun. Here is a recap of what I was able to accomplish the last two weeks:
Week 5/21
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Track (40-60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thur: no spin- no time
Fri: off
Sat: 8 miles
Sun: 2:30 hours about 33 miles on the bike, and 20 min run
Week 5/28
Mon: Saddleback 1/2 marathon
Tues: Off-work got to be too much and I was tired
Wed: Swim
Thur: Spin class (70 min) & Run (30 min)
Fri: off
Sat: 4 miles with trainees, then 8 miles on my own (about 2 hours)
Sun: 69.14 miles on the bike (4 1/2 hours) & 4 mile run (40 min) we decided to break this up with 2:15 Santiago Canyon loop, then 20 min run & repeat. We were tired but the beers and mexican food made it worth it!
This Coming Week's Goals (in LA for work all week):
First, getting it all in!
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (30 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min) & Bike (70 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min) & Strength training (30 min)
Fri: Swim, Bike or Run 30 mins
Sat: Run (100-120 min) & Bike (60-90 min)
Sun: Bike (5 hours) & Run (40 mins) & core class? yeah right!
No Ride Around The Bear for me this year. Decided jumping to 100 miles and intense hills would be too much and didn't want to risk burnout.
I'm going to check out nutritionalists now and see if we can control the weight gain. I'm sad abou that, and would love to lose 10 lbs before the race in three months. I just need help because I'm burning 4100 calories on a Sunday workout... how do I eat to give my body nutrients but not over indulge??
Still having fun though!
On a good note, I got most of it in, but listened to my body and took a few breaks to keep my sanity. I'm tired more because I'm balancing so many things, but I'm still having fun. Here is a recap of what I was able to accomplish the last two weeks:
Week 5/21
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Track (40-60 mins)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thur: no spin- no time
Fri: off
Sat: 8 miles
Sun: 2:30 hours about 33 miles on the bike, and 20 min run
Week 5/28
Mon: Saddleback 1/2 marathon
Tues: Off-work got to be too much and I was tired
Wed: Swim
Thur: Spin class (70 min) & Run (30 min)
Fri: off
Sat: 4 miles with trainees, then 8 miles on my own (about 2 hours)
Sun: 69.14 miles on the bike (4 1/2 hours) & 4 mile run (40 min) we decided to break this up with 2:15 Santiago Canyon loop, then 20 min run & repeat. We were tired but the beers and mexican food made it worth it!
This Coming Week's Goals (in LA for work all week):
First, getting it all in!
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (30 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min) & Bike (70 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min) & Strength training (30 min)
Fri: Swim, Bike or Run 30 mins
Sat: Run (100-120 min) & Bike (60-90 min)
Sun: Bike (5 hours) & Run (40 mins) & core class? yeah right!
No Ride Around The Bear for me this year. Decided jumping to 100 miles and intense hills would be too much and didn't want to risk burnout.
I'm going to check out nutritionalists now and see if we can control the weight gain. I'm sad abou that, and would love to lose 10 lbs before the race in three months. I just need help because I'm burning 4100 calories on a Sunday workout... how do I eat to give my body nutrients but not over indulge??
Still having fun though!
Sunday, May 20, 2007
Week 10-tired!
Wow! What a tough past few weeks! I have had some personal things blow up, some professional things and then of course training is picking up. No more faking it with training (as if I had a choice before).
This week was good. I did track with Multisport again on Tuesday night. I'm having tummie issues and keep having to go to the bathroom (NOW). It might be what I've eaten or my body is going through some changes with the amount of workouts. Then, Thursday I went to the best spin class with Patrick! It was awesome! The woman really understood bike riding versus just bike dancing. We did drills and worked hard.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Ran (70 min)
Wed: Swom (50 min-cut short for work)
Thur: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Ran (2:13) 13 miles
Sun: Bike (4:32) 68 miles (two flat tires so we called it a technically difficult day and as a group said no run)
This week, Recovery!
Mon: Swim (75)
Tues: Run (40-60 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min) & bike (60-90 min)
Thurs: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min) & Core workout
Fri: off
Sat: Run (60-80 min) & Bike (60-90 min)
Sun: Bike (120-180 min) & Run (20-30 min) & Core class
My brother and his wife are in town so I have a lot more family things going on. Good thing it's recovery week and I get to spend time with them!
I hope to watch my health this week and try not to get sick. I need to watch what I'm eating! Photoshoot this week and adview testing (WHY???).
Alright hang in there and try to keep it positive!
This week was good. I did track with Multisport again on Tuesday night. I'm having tummie issues and keep having to go to the bathroom (NOW). It might be what I've eaten or my body is going through some changes with the amount of workouts. Then, Thursday I went to the best spin class with Patrick! It was awesome! The woman really understood bike riding versus just bike dancing. We did drills and worked hard.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Ran (70 min)
Wed: Swom (50 min-cut short for work)
Thur: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Ran (2:13) 13 miles
Sun: Bike (4:32) 68 miles (two flat tires so we called it a technically difficult day and as a group said no run)
This week, Recovery!
Mon: Swim (75)
Tues: Run (40-60 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min) & bike (60-90 min)
Thurs: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min) & Core workout
Fri: off
Sat: Run (60-80 min) & Bike (60-90 min)
Sun: Bike (120-180 min) & Run (20-30 min) & Core class
My brother and his wife are in town so I have a lot more family things going on. Good thing it's recovery week and I get to spend time with them!
I hope to watch my health this week and try not to get sick. I need to watch what I'm eating! Photoshoot this week and adview testing (WHY???).
Alright hang in there and try to keep it positive!
Friday, May 18, 2007
Week 9- momentary lapse of reason
It's telling that the log was late. I'm just a little frazzled because there is so much going on. Training is still a blast, it's just the other aspects of life (the responsible part) that gets in the way. Work took a left turn, so I'm trying to deal with that. I'm also trying to get more social workouts in... I've started going to Multisport Track workouts, and haven't made it yet, but also trying to make their Cycling workouts.
Overall I feel spacey and emotional... hence the title. It might be that I'm tired. With Ironman training, every minute counts - and I'm not talking about my workout minutes, it's everything outside of training. The past few months I've had a lot of obligations that have left me running from place to place. I've got to plan for my day and have everything laid out the night before because I'll be slammed trying to get my coaching in, my workout in, shower, change, drive to a family event, come home, pack for my bike ride the next day, eat and pour onto the couch for a glass of wine! That has been my life for the last few months.
I have been pretty good about getting in the minimum workouts. That's kind of bumming me out because I'd love to get in more, but hey, I'm lucky I got the stuff in that I have. Here's what last week looked like.
Week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Track with Multisport. Ran 1:10 or about 6-7 miles. Tough because it's speed, but that's good because I was concerned I'd was losing that edge.
Wed: Swim (75 min) & group cycle on the bike trail (1:17)
Thur: Run (50 min) BAD day with work and lucky I got this in.
Fri: off
Sat: Run 9 miles (1 mile with new group and 8 miles on my own)
Sun: Bike 4:28 (63.3 miles) & Run 30 min (3 miles)
Nutrition: Bad, I feel like I've been horrible. I think I've gained all my weight back!
Heartrate: seems high
Next week's goal:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Run (60-80 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min) & bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Bike (70 min) & Run (20-30 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Run (80-100 min) & bike (60-90 min)
Sun: Bike (270 min) & Run (30 min)
Really pay attention to my nutrition and eat right!!
Overall I feel spacey and emotional... hence the title. It might be that I'm tired. With Ironman training, every minute counts - and I'm not talking about my workout minutes, it's everything outside of training. The past few months I've had a lot of obligations that have left me running from place to place. I've got to plan for my day and have everything laid out the night before because I'll be slammed trying to get my coaching in, my workout in, shower, change, drive to a family event, come home, pack for my bike ride the next day, eat and pour onto the couch for a glass of wine! That has been my life for the last few months.
I have been pretty good about getting in the minimum workouts. That's kind of bumming me out because I'd love to get in more, but hey, I'm lucky I got the stuff in that I have. Here's what last week looked like.
Week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Track with Multisport. Ran 1:10 or about 6-7 miles. Tough because it's speed, but that's good because I was concerned I'd was losing that edge.
Wed: Swim (75 min) & group cycle on the bike trail (1:17)
Thur: Run (50 min) BAD day with work and lucky I got this in.
Fri: off
Sat: Run 9 miles (1 mile with new group and 8 miles on my own)
Sun: Bike 4:28 (63.3 miles) & Run 30 min (3 miles)
Nutrition: Bad, I feel like I've been horrible. I think I've gained all my weight back!
Heartrate: seems high
Next week's goal:
Mon: Swim (75 min)
Tues: Run (60-80 min)
Wed: Swim (75 min) & bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Bike (70 min) & Run (20-30 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Run (80-100 min) & bike (60-90 min)
Sun: Bike (270 min) & Run (30 min)
Really pay attention to my nutrition and eat right!!
Monday, May 07, 2007
Week 8-On the hunt for a pool in Omaha
This week I traveled for work (again)! After babysiting for my sister, I came back to Orange County and got on a plane to Omaha. I landed there about 11:30pm and checked in. At the check in counter, I asked the front desk person what the hotel pool was like... let's just say it was more of a jacuzzi. Onto Plan B... find a 24 hour fitness in the area and take a cab. Well, that would have worked out fine, except when I called to check that a water aerobics class wasn't planned when I was there, I was informed the pool was "down" for an hour or so. Needless to say, I tried! But I feel guilt because I didn't work out on Monday, and when I went to the "$5" gym that was down the street (should have asked more questions at the front desk) for my cycle/run workout Tuesday, I walked past their beautiful 25 meter pool. Darn!
Regardless, I managed to get all but one workout in this week. I am proud of this because we traveled 4 days during the trip.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Nothing but a boring story
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (15 min)
Wed: Swam (45 min)
Thur: Ran (50 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Ran (69 min)
Sun: Bike (2:16 min) & Ran (15 min) & Core class (50 min)
Nutrition: SUCKED! I have some issues that are limited to the female gender so it threw my cravings off. Plus, traveling for work (at a fast food company, mind you), doesn't help your eating habits. I'd like to concentrate on why it is I overeat. Focus on my feelings and if I'm tired. See if there is a pattern.
Heartrate: Been kind of high this week and I wonder if I'm tired or getting sick or fighting an injury.
This week's goals:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (20-30 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min) & Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 run) & Core Class (50 min)
Fri: Optional off or run (30), bike (60) or swim (60)
Sat: Run (80-100 min) & Bike (60-90 min) & yoga
Sun: Mother's day! Bike (180-240 min) & Run (20-30 min)
Nutrition: Portions and no sugar!
Massage Monday (today) tight in the right abductor, hip and calve. Plus, back (right side) tight from the Core workout on Sunday... need to watch all these things!
I think this week might give me a small break before things gear up again next week... plus, I've got to find someone to right 3 1/2-4 1/2 with me on Sunday!
Regardless, I managed to get all but one workout in this week. I am proud of this because we traveled 4 days during the trip.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Nothing but a boring story
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (15 min)
Wed: Swam (45 min)
Thur: Ran (50 min)
Fri: off
Sat: Ran (69 min)
Sun: Bike (2:16 min) & Ran (15 min) & Core class (50 min)
Nutrition: SUCKED! I have some issues that are limited to the female gender so it threw my cravings off. Plus, traveling for work (at a fast food company, mind you), doesn't help your eating habits. I'd like to concentrate on why it is I overeat. Focus on my feelings and if I'm tired. See if there is a pattern.
Heartrate: Been kind of high this week and I wonder if I'm tired or getting sick or fighting an injury.
This week's goals:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (20-30 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min) & Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 run) & Core Class (50 min)
Fri: Optional off or run (30), bike (60) or swim (60)
Sat: Run (80-100 min) & Bike (60-90 min) & yoga
Sun: Mother's day! Bike (180-240 min) & Run (20-30 min)
Nutrition: Portions and no sugar!
Massage Monday (today) tight in the right abductor, hip and calve. Plus, back (right side) tight from the Core workout on Sunday... need to watch all these things!
I think this week might give me a small break before things gear up again next week... plus, I've got to find someone to right 3 1/2-4 1/2 with me on Sunday!
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Week 7-Flirting with Disaster
After a tough couple of weeks, I got to stay in town which helped with training. Even given that, I still struggled this week because I was physically tired (probably from training and traveling). Then I was battling a cold carrying over from Mexico. Sucks! Needless to say, I got most of my workouts in...
Mon: No swim (was TOO tired to make it out of bed), but ran 40 mins
Tues: Spin Class (70 min), no run (Patrick forgot his shoes)
Wed: Missed the morning swim class, but made it up by going to the 6:30pm swim class
Thur: Intended to run 8 miles... the GPS showed 9.6 when we came in.
Fri: In an effort to be proactive about this weekend's travel, I opted to "skip" the "day off" and moved my long run up to Friday... you know you went far when you started in Irvine and ended in Costa Mesa at the Backbay... 12 miles (2 hours) & a nasty blister!
Sat: unfortunately the San Clemente Challenge was canceled, but our group managed to clock in 4 hours with a long Santiago Canyon ride. It was tough and all of us wanted it DONE. No time for a run due to our personal obligations... I had to babysit in Redlands. Got it in though!
Sun: Day off... drove back from Redlands, on the plane for Omaha.
Nutrition: HORRIBLE! I feel on the brink of a nervous breakdown. Too much going on with work, travel, family obligations and of course, training. I'm tired and eating horribly.
Heartrate: I'm happy with. I went a bit too fast Thursday and suffered Friday
Why "flirting with disaster"?
I am struggling with the schedule due to my work obligations. This week I was a bit burnt out because I had spent so much energy trying to get my workouts in when I was in Mexico... that I was "finished" and wanted to take things easy when I got back. So, I missed Monday's Swim, then didn't stay as disciplined with my runs... I need to say "no" to things and really put my training in the forefront. I'm slipping and I'm scared it will get out of control.
Mentally, I need to stay in the game! Slow down and get sleep, try to relax and do the best I can when traveling... particularily this week when I travel again for work.
Goals this week (Recovery!!!!!):
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) and run (20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)& Bike (60 min)
Thurs: Run (40-60 min) & Core Performace (30 min)
Fri: Day Off
Sat: Run (60-80 min) & Bike (60 min)
Sun: Bike (120-180 min) & Run (15-20 min) & Core class (60 min)
Events to consider: travel for work, left Sunday night and am in Omaha for Sun-Tues (BTW, no pool at the hotel), and then onto Fresno Tues-Thur. Come back Thursday night. Then Saturday, Mom's B-day party...
Nutrition: Really try to cut back on sweets... and junk food!
FOCUS and get back into the game! Don't let this lead you down the path to slacking! Just because you are recovering, doesn't mean you can skip workouts!!!! And eat right! Damn it!
Mon: No swim (was TOO tired to make it out of bed), but ran 40 mins
Tues: Spin Class (70 min), no run (Patrick forgot his shoes)
Wed: Missed the morning swim class, but made it up by going to the 6:30pm swim class
Thur: Intended to run 8 miles... the GPS showed 9.6 when we came in.
Fri: In an effort to be proactive about this weekend's travel, I opted to "skip" the "day off" and moved my long run up to Friday... you know you went far when you started in Irvine and ended in Costa Mesa at the Backbay... 12 miles (2 hours) & a nasty blister!
Sat: unfortunately the San Clemente Challenge was canceled, but our group managed to clock in 4 hours with a long Santiago Canyon ride. It was tough and all of us wanted it DONE. No time for a run due to our personal obligations... I had to babysit in Redlands. Got it in though!
Sun: Day off... drove back from Redlands, on the plane for Omaha.
Nutrition: HORRIBLE! I feel on the brink of a nervous breakdown. Too much going on with work, travel, family obligations and of course, training. I'm tired and eating horribly.
Heartrate: I'm happy with. I went a bit too fast Thursday and suffered Friday
Why "flirting with disaster"?
I am struggling with the schedule due to my work obligations. This week I was a bit burnt out because I had spent so much energy trying to get my workouts in when I was in Mexico... that I was "finished" and wanted to take things easy when I got back. So, I missed Monday's Swim, then didn't stay as disciplined with my runs... I need to say "no" to things and really put my training in the forefront. I'm slipping and I'm scared it will get out of control.
Mentally, I need to stay in the game! Slow down and get sleep, try to relax and do the best I can when traveling... particularily this week when I travel again for work.
Goals this week (Recovery!!!!!):
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min) and run (20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)& Bike (60 min)
Thurs: Run (40-60 min) & Core Performace (30 min)
Fri: Day Off
Sat: Run (60-80 min) & Bike (60 min)
Sun: Bike (120-180 min) & Run (15-20 min) & Core class (60 min)
Events to consider: travel for work, left Sunday night and am in Omaha for Sun-Tues (BTW, no pool at the hotel), and then onto Fresno Tues-Thur. Come back Thursday night. Then Saturday, Mom's B-day party...
Nutrition: Really try to cut back on sweets... and junk food!
FOCUS and get back into the game! Don't let this lead you down the path to slacking! Just because you are recovering, doesn't mean you can skip workouts!!!! And eat right! Damn it!
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Weeks 5 & 6-Challenges of Training & Traveling
Sorry, very far behind. Life kicked up a notch and I'm trying to play catch up. Here's what I had for the past two weeks:
Week 5: RECOVERY! Woo Hoo!
Mon: I took the day off from work to relax. Swam (60 min) & Deep tissue massage. Mary killed me especially the quads, abductors and inside left foot by the achilles. Plus, she worked my forearms and hands due to some numbness I feel in my fingers while riding.
Tues: Last day of Speed Clinic (70 min) & run (12 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: Took off due to hung over! Out with Mita last night
Fri: Day off
Sat: Ran 10 miles with group, then rushed to nephew's b-day party (running around crazy... multitasking at it's best!)
Sun: Rode 46 miles (3 hours) no time for run due to Casey's baptism
Heartrate: Looks good
Nutrition: Ok, after going out Wednesday night, it went down hill
Overall, I'm running ragged. I had a slammed week trying to prepare for Mexico and having family obligations both Saturday and Sunday. I managed to get all but two runs in so I feel ok about my week.
Week 6
Mon: In Dallas, and got up to swim (60 min) Very Proud!
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: No time to run, and starting to get sick
Fri: Day off. Coming back from Cozumel and still sick
Sat: Ran 10 miles, then took it easy by running errands
Sun: Rode 48 miles (3 1/2 hours, short of what should have been), then ran (30 min). Off to Gourmet Group...
Heartrate: Seems good
Nutrition: Horrible while in Mexico... no more guacamole!
Life is crazy and I'm really running myself down! I need to take advantage of my "down" time.
Goals Next week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min) & Core class
Fri: Run (100-120 min) since out of town Sat night to sunday I need to move my long run
Sat: Long Ride (4 1/2 hours) & 30 run, then off to Redlands to babysit!
Sun: Leave for Omaha for work-off day or get in core workout
Try to maintain some sanity this week and eat right!
Week 5: RECOVERY! Woo Hoo!
Mon: I took the day off from work to relax. Swam (60 min) & Deep tissue massage. Mary killed me especially the quads, abductors and inside left foot by the achilles. Plus, she worked my forearms and hands due to some numbness I feel in my fingers while riding.
Tues: Last day of Speed Clinic (70 min) & run (12 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: Took off due to hung over! Out with Mita last night
Fri: Day off
Sat: Ran 10 miles with group, then rushed to nephew's b-day party (running around crazy... multitasking at it's best!)
Sun: Rode 46 miles (3 hours) no time for run due to Casey's baptism
Heartrate: Looks good
Nutrition: Ok, after going out Wednesday night, it went down hill
Overall, I'm running ragged. I had a slammed week trying to prepare for Mexico and having family obligations both Saturday and Sunday. I managed to get all but two runs in so I feel ok about my week.
Week 6
Mon: In Dallas, and got up to swim (60 min) Very Proud!
Tues: Bike (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swam (60 min)
Thurs: No time to run, and starting to get sick
Fri: Day off. Coming back from Cozumel and still sick
Sat: Ran 10 miles, then took it easy by running errands
Sun: Rode 48 miles (3 1/2 hours, short of what should have been), then ran (30 min). Off to Gourmet Group...
Heartrate: Seems good
Nutrition: Horrible while in Mexico... no more guacamole!
Life is crazy and I'm really running myself down! I need to take advantage of my "down" time.
Goals Next week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Run (20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min)
Thur: Run (60-80 min) & Core class
Fri: Run (100-120 min) since out of town Sat night to sunday I need to move my long run
Sat: Long Ride (4 1/2 hours) & 30 run, then off to Redlands to babysit!
Sun: Leave for Omaha for work-off day or get in core workout
Try to maintain some sanity this week and eat right!
Friday, April 06, 2007
Week 4-Racing with Purpose!
Felt good overall this week. Had some challenges getting my workouts in due to other obligations (birthdays and Easter), but it just took some "super" multitasking and I could participate in it all.
Last weekend I decided to raise money for a cause and am working towards raising $2000 towards the challenged athlete's foundation. I'm nervous because I don't want to fail a foundation that I find so inspiring. Plus the simple act of asking people for money is hard. But if I raise even $100 for them, I'll be happy!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 min) & Brick (12 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thur: Run (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (96 min)
Sun (Easter!): Bike (225 min) & Brick (15 min)
Nutrition: I did bad! I've lost 5 lbs and am still treking towards losing 5 more. The lighter I am, the easier it will be on the bike/run. However, Thur-Sun, I was not good about my sugar intake nor my portions. I just can't seem to be satisfied eating what I'm eating. This leads me to visit "Rosa's Candy Bowl" at work... not once, not twice but three times a day (and we are talking a handful of candy each time!). I'll play around with this some more. But Thursday, I had Sprinkles and felt sick from the sugar overload! And Saturday and Sunday were family holidays... ate too much!
Heartrate: I'm doing very well with this!
Injuries: I healed nicely from my hammie strain. Now, it's time to keep healthy.
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 min) & maybe a run (I added this)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Brick (20 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thurs: Run (40-60 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (50-70 min) & ride (I added this)
Sun: Ride (120-180 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Nutrition: Lose 1-2 lbs, watch the sugar intake, continue with no carbs at night, and watch portions! I need to get some control.
Looking forward to the recovery week. I'm tired lately, but trying to keep my spirits up! 4 weeks down and only 20 more weeks to go!
Last weekend I decided to raise money for a cause and am working towards raising $2000 towards the challenged athlete's foundation. I'm nervous because I don't want to fail a foundation that I find so inspiring. Plus the simple act of asking people for money is hard. But if I raise even $100 for them, I'll be happy!
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (70 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 min) & Brick (12 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thur: Run (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (96 min)
Sun (Easter!): Bike (225 min) & Brick (15 min)
Nutrition: I did bad! I've lost 5 lbs and am still treking towards losing 5 more. The lighter I am, the easier it will be on the bike/run. However, Thur-Sun, I was not good about my sugar intake nor my portions. I just can't seem to be satisfied eating what I'm eating. This leads me to visit "Rosa's Candy Bowl" at work... not once, not twice but three times a day (and we are talking a handful of candy each time!). I'll play around with this some more. But Thursday, I had Sprinkles and felt sick from the sugar overload! And Saturday and Sunday were family holidays... ate too much!
Heartrate: I'm doing very well with this!
Injuries: I healed nicely from my hammie strain. Now, it's time to keep healthy.
Next Week's Goals:
Mon: Swim (70 min) & maybe a run (I added this)
Tues: Ride (70 min) & Brick (20 min)
Wed: Swim (70 min)
Thurs: Run (40-60 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (50-70 min) & ride (I added this)
Sun: Ride (120-180 min) & Core Class (50 min)
Nutrition: Lose 1-2 lbs, watch the sugar intake, continue with no carbs at night, and watch portions! I need to get some control.
Looking forward to the recovery week. I'm tired lately, but trying to keep my spirits up! 4 weeks down and only 20 more weeks to go!
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Week 3-Tired!
This week was a tiring week. I feel the wear of the long hours. I'm still having a blast though. My hamstring seems to be on the mend and I'm more careful with it. My nutrition is HORRIBLE! I crave food starting at 3pm. I just can't seem to get enough to satisfy me. I'm no fool. I know I need calories, but I'm eating handfuls of candy... bad choices and this is what I'm beating myself up over.
Like for instance, after the ride on Sunday, I ate my entree and a ton of chips. Did I really need that? No! And Friday night I craved Easter Candy... why did I need to eat half the bag?? Only to have my stomach supremely upset because of the chocolate and red wine combo.
Anyway, there is a huge opportunity to improve. Even a small change would make progress.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 Min) & Run (12 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (50 Min)
Thur: Core (50 min) & Run (77 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (80 min)
Sun: Bike (4 hours or 59 miles!) & Run (20 Min)
Nutrition Update: Like I said abobe, I've been eating a lot of sugar.... craving it like I did as a kid. Tues, I couldn't get enough of it and pretty much substituted candy for dinner. Bad!
Heartrate: I stayed in heartrate for the most part. I'm just tired from the number of hours and waking up early. I'm trying to make sure I get enough sleep and rest.
Unfortunately, I had a migraine this week. It wasn't a full fledge migraine, but it did affect my workout Thursday night. It came on around 5pm and then I went home and ran my "speed" workout of 8 miles. It was horrible, but I was so proud of myself for still being devoted. Only thing is I need to figure out why??
Goals Next Week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min), Run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Core Class (50 min), Run (40-60 min)
Fri: Off
Sat (Lisa's B-day): Run (80-100 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Sun (Easter): Ride (180-240 min), Run (15-20 min)
Nutrition: cut back on sweets. Be more conscious of the sugar intake and STOP!
Heartrate: Continue to keep within heartrate zone
Treat: Mon, 4/9 I get a massage!
Like for instance, after the ride on Sunday, I ate my entree and a ton of chips. Did I really need that? No! And Friday night I craved Easter Candy... why did I need to eat half the bag?? Only to have my stomach supremely upset because of the chocolate and red wine combo.
Anyway, there is a huge opportunity to improve. Even a small change would make progress.
This week's accomplishments:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Speed Clinic (70 Min) & Run (12 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (50 Min)
Thur: Core (50 min) & Run (77 min)
Fri: Off
Sat: Run (80 min)
Sun: Bike (4 hours or 59 miles!) & Run (20 Min)
Nutrition Update: Like I said abobe, I've been eating a lot of sugar.... craving it like I did as a kid. Tues, I couldn't get enough of it and pretty much substituted candy for dinner. Bad!
Heartrate: I stayed in heartrate for the most part. I'm just tired from the number of hours and waking up early. I'm trying to make sure I get enough sleep and rest.
Unfortunately, I had a migraine this week. It wasn't a full fledge migraine, but it did affect my workout Thursday night. It came on around 5pm and then I went home and ran my "speed" workout of 8 miles. It was horrible, but I was so proud of myself for still being devoted. Only thing is I need to figure out why??
Goals Next Week:
Mon: Swim (60 min)
Tues: Bike (70 min), Run (15-20 min)
Wed: Swim (60 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Thur: Core Class (50 min), Run (40-60 min)
Fri: Off
Sat (Lisa's B-day): Run (80-100 min), Bike (60-90 min)
Sun (Easter): Ride (180-240 min), Run (15-20 min)
Nutrition: cut back on sweets. Be more conscious of the sugar intake and STOP!
Heartrate: Continue to keep within heartrate zone
Treat: Mon, 4/9 I get a massage!
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