Count down, 7 days until race day

This was week one of a two week taper period so workouts declined somewhat. The weather has conveniently heated up so I can acclimatize for the Wenatchee weather next week. During my run today it was in the 90s. I have had the opportunity for several hot day workouts this week. Today was also the Lk. Stevens 70.3. I saw many riders on the road as the bike course passes the Snohomish Community Church parking lot. It reminded me that a little over a year ago I committed to training for triathlon events. I thought then that I would enter the Lk. Stevens tri but I had no idea how tough the training would be and how difficult it is to work up to that distance particularly as I anticipate next week's Olympic distance. Well there's always next year, so the phrase goes. Actually I think this next off season of training will prepare me for the half IM distance and hopefully a full IM, that would be my goal. This winter I will have to identify which races I want to do next season. It's funny that I have to plan out the season but as I am completing my training I understand that details make the difference. I've already decided on my off season training schedule, 3 swims (masters I hope), 3 runs, 5 bikes, 3 weight training sessions. That is 14 training sessions per week which seems like a lot. More on that later.

Summary of training this week: swim 1.6 mi, 1:05; bike 49 mi. 3:50; run 14.5 mi. 3:25; strength 30 mins.; total distance 65.1 mi.; total time 8:50.

Training for the next week: M swim 30 min run 30 min; Tu bike 45 min; W brick 15 min ea bike and run; Th swim 30 min; F off; Sa travel, bike 20 min run 10 min; Su race day.

In the next post I will report on my success in Wenatchee at the Apple Capital Oly Tri. I've got my nutrition and hydration plan scoped out, all my gear is accounted for, and my training is set for the week. I'm already excited for the race to come so until next time, a hui hou, see you on the road.

Taper, next Tri in two weeks

Last few days and next two weeks I'll be into my taper getting ready for the Apple Capital Tri in Wenatchee. Moving up in distance to the Olympic distance so I think that it is important to taper for this one. I'll keep up the frequency of workouts, cut back on the volume and try to keep up the intensity. I will also continue my strength and stretch sessions but with very light weights. Additionally I expect to keep regular hours, plenty of sleep and rest outside of workouts, no caffeine, specifically coffee which is a major sacrifice.

July workouts totaled 219 miles, 41 hours plus 6 hours of strength and stretch training.

Weekly summary: swim 2.13 mi. 1:40; bike 69 mi. 5:25; run 6 mi. 1:15,\; strength/stretch 1:30; total miles 77.13, total time 9:50.

If you are a facebook friend you can see a few pictures from the SeaFair Tri. A hui hou, see you on the road.