I'm Tri'ing

This blog is suppose to be about my journey to become a triathlete.  But recently I feel like I'm completely starting over with that journey.  Last Monday, April 25th, I had laparoscopic surgery to remove my gallbladder.  For the past couple months I had been experiencing extreme abdominal pain and through a couple of doctor appointments and an ultrasound it was determined that I had gallstones and based on the level and frequency of pain, which was not controllable by diet, that I needed to have my gallbladder removed.  I was pleased at the quick turn around by my general physician and his great recommendation for a good surgeon.  I went into the surgery extremely optimistic, unusual for me, and 5 days later I realize that my triathlon journey this year is even more of an up hill battle than what I had expected.  The surgery went well, as planned, and I had a great support system with my husband at home a few days to take care of me and family and fri...

Went to the YMCA today and did 500 yds in the pool and ran 3 miles.  I would really consider today my 1st day of training in comparison to the past several weeks in which I have been working out. Swim   Warm-up - 4x25 Workout - 12x25:20 Cool down - 4x25 The good thing is that I did the entire workout with the freestyle stroke.  Yes this is a big deal for me since as soon as I get in the pool I rely on my breast stroke or side stroke.  Felt good afterwards. Run Warm-up - 5 min / .25 mile Run  - 32 min / 3 mile (10.6 min/mile) Cool down - 5 min / .25 mile Focused on my music and got my speed up to 6.5 at the end of the race.  Still don't understand why I run better at t the YMCA than I do at home on the treadmill. Tomrrow is a bike day and PT exercises for my shoulder.  Pending how the Dr appointment goes regarding my, hopeful, gallbladder surgery, will depend on what I actually do.

I've decided to start a new blog that I'll just write about my triathlon journey.  I've been doing triathlons now for a few years but this year I've decided to move to the next level and do an International Distance tri.  Triathlons have definitely been a journey for me and something I do JUST for ME!  The only person that I have to be happy or angry with is myself.  For the majority of my life I have done things to please other people but triathlons can be such a rush.  I'm looking forward to sharing my journey and I hope anyone reading enjoy!