Good Week in the Bag

I just completed a good week of training. My first structured week of training in some time. I've hired a coach (David) which should help take some of the stress out of game planning, get me focused on the little things that you often overlook when time is an issue, and help with motivation.

I'm a long way off where I've been, so we're building this thing up from the ground floor. It is nice not to feel like I'm rushed.

I've also signed up for Longhorn 70.3 in Austin, TX this Oct 17. I've got an Olympic on the calendar in July between now and then, and may add something else if it works with the calendar.

This week, I trained just shy of 8 hours. Here are the stats:

Swim: 6,400 Meters (7,000 yds)
Bike: 60 miles
Run: 11 miles
TSS: 483
Kj: 2,653
weight: 174.2
BMI: 18.2

The summer is upon us in North TX. Temps well into the 90s by mid day. It is a shame our Spring only last about 6 weeks, and are windy as hell. I'll never get used to it.

Happy Memorial Day.

Life

Work has been too stressful, I am too "connected" too often, and I am not taking care of myself. That all changes tomorrow. Baby steps. I will think more about what I eat, I will get out the door at the end of the work day with energy to spare to devote to my training and family. I'll sleep better. With yoga I will improve my flexibility and core strength making me feel better. I'll get back to regular training, and with all of this, quality of life will improve.

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