2013: My Second Season

May 11

Bike
  • 1h 38m 51s
  • 29.00 miles
  • 17.60 Mi/hr

Don't let the pace fool ya- this was one tough ride. One brutal 2 mile climb plus lots of other hills. Our tri club puts on a monthly hill challenge up this climb so we got in a little practice. Also, hit my fastest max speed 42.2 mph.

Thought I was gonna get to test out the new tri bike today but it needs some minor work (cable replacement and derailleur quick fix).  Going to get it back Monday so have to wait a little longer.  The suspense is killing me lol!

Oh- today's elevation.  Not sure if only Strava users can view

http://app.strava.com/rides/8335998

  • Calories out: 3168 From lifestyle:2152, From activities:1016
  • Health data: Hours slept: 7

May 10

Bike
  • 45m
  • 12.00 miles
  • 16.00 Mi/hr

On the spinning bike. Easy to moderate pace. Trying to work up a sweat to get rid of the fat roll I grew in Minnesota last week.

Swim
  • 51m 19s
  • 2200.00 yards
  • 02m 20s /100 yards

Masters Swim practice. First time in the water since triathlon April 15th. I felt better than I expected. DId warm up and drill, and then they set up the pool with buoys for an open water practice. Had a mass start with lots of elbowing, and I borderline hyperventilated for the first 5 or 10 minutes. I was able to talk myself down and relax, finally reaching a rhythm.

Strength
  • 30m

Upper body and core

Trying to get back into the swing of things.  The new tri bike arrived today and it's sharp!  DH assembled it but we might need a little help- with the front brake.  Can't wait to ride it!

  • Calories out: 3101 From lifestyle:2133, From activities:968
  • Health data: Hours slept: 7

May 9

Bike #1
  • 33m 19s
  • 10.00 miles
  • 18.50 Mi/hr

Warmed up 4 miles and cooled down 6.

Bike #2
  • 35m 24s
  • 12.69 miles
  • 21.50 Mi/hr

1st official time trial by the Bluegrass Triathlon Club. I did not expect big results, as I have been taking it easy the last few weeks. However, I got the same mph as the training time trial 2 weeks ago (21.5). This time, it was 4+ miles longer and also windier. Felt pretty good but did have issues with a cramping stomach. If I can fix that I should be able to do better next time. And I should have my tri bike by then. It's supposed to get here today! ANyway, I was 14/ 22 altogether but 2/4 women. The lady that beat my is a beast and can hang with some of the best guys. She also bikes about 300 miles a week. She's pretty awesome.

These time trials are a blast.  They are addicting and make you want to improve!  The next one is in 2 weeks and will be a hill challenge, where they time you twice going up a 2 mile hill.  I think last year I was around 11 or 12 mph so that's an indication of how steep it is.

  • Calories out: 2996 From lifestyle:2169, From activities:826
  • Health data: Hours slept: 7

May 7

Bike
  • 2h 17m 07s
  • 32.00 miles
  • 14.00 Mi/hr

Another urban ride. The stoplights and winding bike paths do slow me down, but wow, you can't beat the scenery. Almost all the miles were along the river, creek and various lakes- all while staying within the city limits of St. Paul and Mpls.

Good news!  I have been in contact with a cycling team and going to join.  I had originally been talking to a different team. The girls seemed very nice, but they said they would invite me on their rides and practices and it just never happened.  I am not one to keep pestering.  So this other team it sounds like I will be able to join right away when I get back to KY (heading back tomorrow).  They only have two women, and they need more.  Pretty excited about it!

  • Calories out: 3295 From lifestyle:2123, From activities:1173
  • Health data: Hours slept: 7

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