The Brick Take 2

I never thought I'd be that person to take all of this stuff so seriously but I'm actually loving all of this- including the 6 day workouts. It makes me happy and seeing how i am improving and getting more and more ready for the big day is rewarding.
Tuesday's run in the park was difficult. NYC was in the middle of a heat wave and running in the park was the last thing I wanted to do. The coaches changed the workout when we all arrived. Instead of running hills on the West side, we just ran the lower loop of the park so we could stay close in case anyone passed out from the heat! So after one loop I felt clammy and hot and cold and miserable and wanted to go inside. Coach S pushed me to keep going, just one more loop, and so I did. Then when I returned, Coach J looked at me and said go inside but again Coach S pushed me and said just up to 72nd, I'll run with you- and so I did. I finished and I was beyond a mess of sweat. I felt disgusting and sick and so very gross but happy that I pushed myself and extremely relieved that I didn't pass out. Coach J felt bad and apologized that I had to keep going- I actually thought it was funny.

Wednesday night was a great swim... though my 2 beat kick needs major help. I am noticing that I have more endurance now than when I first started. I can swim the whole hour of practice without really getting tired. I swam again Friday, hoping to nail the kick, which I didn't.

Yesterday was my second brick. 5 mile ride to practice, a quick 5 minute run, a 1 hour and 15 minute ride in the park followed by a 4.5 mile run and then a 5 mile ride back home. I thought my legs would feel like bricks after the ride but my run was fine and I probably should have pushed myself to do the extra mile. I am starting to pick up my pace and finished in a good time. Now, I really do think I can do this- all of the pieces are starting to fall into place. i've mastered sucking down gu -which I've decided is only meant for running- not for while you are on the bike. I still need to work on which gears I should be in while climbing hills and then coming back down.
My legs were sore this morning and so I skipped my planned ride. I'm listening to my body and while I push myself, I don't want to hurt myself!

All in all it was a great week despite the ridiculous heat!
The amazingly talented MO designed an awesome tee for all of my friends and family to wear at the race. 5 weeks and counting....