Thursday I headed out for a hilly 10 mile run here in town. Being in a valley with 300' climbs on both sides gives me many hills to choose from. There is a gravel road that heads out of town to a dead end, Sand Plant Rd, that has two big climbs that is a great place to run with awesome scenery of the river.
After my out and back on Sand Plant I met up with Dawndi for some run time in the park then headed home for a quick dip in the lake to cool.
Yesterday was the first time I've done 10 miles without feeling it all day. This is a good thing as I build up for the Jokers Wild Half Marathon in July.
Today is swim day, followed by a day off on Saturday. Sunday we have a 55 mile group ride planned, so far it's Tony, Jose and I.
Jeff - Glad to hear the running is coming around. Now what about that swimming? Do you have anyone to help you with technique? Swimming is sooo techincal.
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Hey John,
ReplyDeleteSwimming is going well, it's getting better and better each time I go out. I am re-thinking open water swimming in the lake. I have done some reading about how a cramp while out on the open water can end your life in just a matter of moments.
The local pool opens on Memorial Day, so I think I will use the pool vs. the lake for now.
Jose did watch me swim the other day and gave me a few tips...I seem to have a good start on technique from what he saw.