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Weeks 11 and 12 - not happy but no turning back now

2/8/16 - 2/21/16


Swim - 3
Bike - 1
Run - 4
Strength Training - 0
Weight to lose - 23.5 lbs
Mileage (weekly / 2016)
  Swim - 3800 yds / 22,450 yds miles  
  Bike - 27.7 miles / 239.7 miles
  Run -23.53 miles / 70.74 miles

I've grouped weeks 11 and 12 together, because I was on vacation week 12 and didn't get a chance to post an update for week 11 so figured it would be easier to combine.

While I'm not happy with my training in week 12 there is nothing I can do about it now.  I did my best with what I had but going forward if I decide to do another full IM, then I need to keep vacation training in mind.

We were in Hawaii and one would think that you would have great training.  We stayed with family so had to borrow the car and I didn't feel comfortable asking to borrow the car.  

The beach that we stayed at was nice but the depth of the water was barely up to your hips and it had lots of rocks and coral.  I attempted to swim a couple of times but was hitting the rocks and coral with my hands so I just wasn't comfortable swimming there.  I elected not to rent a bike while I was there because I didn't want to pack my helmet/shoes.  The best part of the training was the running, I had a great route to run with a beautiful view and really enjoyed the alone time.

We also went on some amazing hikes that gave me a good leg workout.  

So all was not lost but now that I'm back and 1/2 way through my training I need to get serious about hitting all my workouts and nutrition, which includes no more drinking starting tomorrow!

Despite not a great training week last week I am getting more confident in my abilities to accomplish my goal!  There is still fear but I'm trying to leverage it and turn it into a positive.  Everyone says next to nutrition the mental side is the hardest part.

Comments

  1. Joy WizziwaFebruary 21, 2016 at 2:02 PM

    You got this!!! Second half of training...here we go!!! <3

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