I tried to do the course for Branson, but as you can see, I got a little lost.
Its the longest ride I have had so far. Even though I didn’t do the route I had planned. I’m happy with the hills and the distance.
Archive for July, 2010
Weekend workout
Jul 26
- Finished Midwest Mayhem. That's all I have to say right now. #
- It was hot. I ate Mexican food last night. I didn't have water on my bike. My swim felt good, my bike felt good, I failed on the run. #
- @sjjacoby47 thanks for the kind words. in reply to sjjacoby47 #
- My chip and Jillian's chip were switched. My unofficial time was 3:30:27. Hopefully, we can get offical times corrected tomorrow. #
- Midwest Mayhem 2010 recap: http://bit.ly/aJiWCK #
- Does it count as a rest day if you don't sleep? http://bit.ly/9Dh0Bo #
- I feel like I'm getting great coverage of the #TdF on #versus #
- I feel much better now: http://bit.ly/abeaVS #
- Hesjedal is awesome! #
- Eating at Joes Crab Shack for the first time ever. #
- I didn't feel faster: http://bit.ly/9SxKyr #
- @nlevis What is up! How is the world treating you! Which Shack are you talking about? in reply to nlevis #
- @nlevis It was delicious! Messy and delicious! in reply to nlevis #
- Table Rock lake has ruined all other lakes for me. Crystal clear, not busy and beautiful. #
- Full day of wake boarding at the lake. Check back soon for video! #
I didn’t feel faster
Jul 23
I was tired, I rolled out of bed after hitting snooze twice. I didn’t pack right. I struggled to find the extra helmet. When I got to the office, I realized I didn’t even have a good shirt to wear. I ended up wearing a long sleeve cotton shirt. It was hot, and the long sleeves weren’t just hot, they acted like a proper sail in the wind.
I felt like Contador. At one of the lights, Jason didn’t make it through, and I kept on going.
I was over 6 minutes faster than the same route last week. But I didn’t feel faster.
I feel much better now
Jul 22
I had originally planned on doing a 6 mile hilly route on Wednesday. But, Jason thought doing Lake Olathe this morning would be a good idea. So, I rested Wednesday, and tried to step it up today. The hill workout didn’t end up being as difficult as I had thought. I had negative 1-mile splits. The swim was the best swim class I have had so far.
My 310 was out of batteries, luckily, Jason had an extra 310 to let me use for the run! David is doing great too!
Monday was supposed to be a rest day. From what I understand, sleep is the best way to rest and recover. I’ve been helping a good friend with a project, and yesterday I didn’t get home from work until 9. I helped my friend until 1:30am, in bed at 2am, and then I was back up at 4:15am in order to get to swim class. I had to get up a little earlier because there is bridge out on my normal route. So, even though I had a rest day, I’m not sure it counted for much.
Well, I know what I need to work on. So I just need to keep my eye on Branson, and take as much from Sunday’s race as possible.
Monday – rest/recover
Tuesday – swim class, then a 15 mile bike and a 2 mile run in the morning. 4 miles at lunch
Wednesday – 6 miles of attacking hills
Thursday – swim class, then 15 mile bike (the other route) and a 2 mile run in the morning. 4 miles at lunch
Friday – strength training in the morning, 15 mile bike at lunch
Saturday/Sunday – try to get in a 35 mile ride
