Swim update 10x 100s Avg 1:43

I had a pretty solid swim at the gym. I was supposed to swim for 50 minutes, but I was really wiped, so I only did the main set. Even though I was tired I swam the fastest 100s I ever have. (AVG) I was able to keep it up without going crazy hard and being wiped for the next one. It feels like I have a better guage on how hard to push it or not. Feels good.

Swim - 1 mile 32:52 (7 minute cool down)

Best swim I have ever had in the pool. I didn't really push it all that much, so I am definitely pleased. I would really like to get it down to a straght 30. That is my short term goal and I think it is possible. I have dropped roughly a minute in the last month, so I think it can be done.

I have been making a few adjustments to my stroke and I have noticed a differnce in the last two weeks. My shoulders aren't nearly as tired/tight/sore. So this could be a big step forward.

Weekend bike - 50 Minutes at 14mph

I feel better about this. I was supposed to flush my legs, but actually ended up pushing it some. I wanted to keep my HR about 120, so in order to do that, I have to push it a little. I definitely think my hamstrings are getting stronger, so that it seems to be paying off.

Weekend Run 9 miles at 8:15

That totally sucks. Again, I was kind of pushing it, but I just felt tired. I have to change my nutrition. I am going to start taking protein in a pill form so I can guarantee that I am getting the adequate amount. I started today and it will be interesting to see how I feel in a week.

Hangover 10k 38:57

Hungover....Check
Hated running it.......check
6:17 pace.......check
question why am I doing this.....check
PR.......check


Doesn't make a lot of sense, but I did have a PR at the race. My fastest 10k was 40:14 a few years back. (In June) SO I am pleased that I ran well, especially considering I had about 5 hours of sleep and was completely dehydrated.

I only have a little over a month to run the 1:25 at Hampton. That might be a bit aggressive. But screw it, I am going for it. "Rest up lad, you've got a big day ahead of you"

6 miles on the treadmill 8 minute pace

I really don't enjoy running on the TM, but you do what you gotta do. My HR is at 145 for that pace, so kind of pleased with that.