Today is day 1 of the Be Iron Fit 30 week Competitive Training Program I'm going to be following for IMCDA.  I'm in the 10 week base phase.  Lucky for me today is a rest day.  I start up with Swimming and Running tomorrow.  I'm going to do some of my PT exercise tonight.  I need to keep those up to avoid injury. 

I'm also looking to lose 12 - 15 pounds before the race.  I figure if I can lose 1/2 lb a week I should be in good shape. 

Had a Gait Analysis done this morning.  It was very interesting and I learned a lot.  It turns out that my right leg crosses over my mid-line and causes my left hip to drop.  This is what is causing underlying issues with me.  I need to work on the following:

• Widen my stride so I don't cross the mid line.  My stride length is fine
• Strengthen my hips and glute muscles.  I need to get those strong and correct an imbalance between my left and right side
• Change shoes to a stronger stability shoe.  The current ones I run in aren't given me enough stability even with my orthodics in them.