The Snake Swim Part Deux!

Last night we did the timed 1 mile swim. Similar to the 3/4 swim we did the snake in and out of all 8 lanes across the 50 m pool. I didn't know what a good time would be for me, I just wanted to do it in under 40 minutes and I hoped to do better than last time. If you remember, on the 3/4 swim, I did terrible- though my time was decent my breathing was off and I didn't think I'd make it. Last night, my swim was easy and relaxed and I could have kept going and going. My breathing stayed consistent- every 4th stroke - and except for my lame-o kick, I did just fine. 38.10 minutes in all. I would have liked to have been a bit faster but I'm happy that my endurance has improved so dramatically over the last month. Most people say that their 1 miler in the pool was around 40 and then on race day 20 or so because of the fast moving current. So if the current works in my favor on july 20, I'll be a happy wannabe triathlete. My new Aqua Sphere goggles rock! This was the first swim I've had where I didn't have to stop and adjust them. I'm so happy to have found a good pair!
In the locker room a number of us were talking about the difficulties in finding tri gear for women. Women with curves that is. It seems that if you have boobs, tri tops just don't fit. Most brands put these ridiculous modesty bras under the tri tops. if you are already wearing a sports bra, a modesty top just rides up and offers no support. Maybe one of these days the athletic gear companies will get it right- or all of us will band together to create comfortable gear that fits right, looks good and is supportive!

Tuesday nights run was about 6.5 miles. We did the finish of the NYC Tri a number of times. Up the east side, over the 72nd transverse and down and around to the finish. THen back up the East drive to 85th street and down to the finish again and again. It is great to train on the actual race course... now I'll know whats coming when i have those last few exhausting miles to go....