So close to the race....I can feel the anticipation and realization that it actually is going to happen. Two weeks ago was my longest training week all year....nearly 21 hours in total and believe it or not, even with travel, I got it all in.
I have two more weeks of 15 and 16 hours each followed by two weeks of tapering then bam, We're in Madison, on the starting line!
No real injuries to speak of, just 44 year old aches and pains that don't amount to much, I have never felt in better shape. I'm amazed at what my body has adapted to...if I would of thought of thought of staying in an aerobic state (70% to 80% of max heart rate) for several hours in a row, I wouldn't have believed I could do it. Now, each weekend is spent riding miles and miles followed by running and swimming, only to get up and hit it again the next day. On more than one weekend, I have covered the distance of an Ironman, so I know I can do it.
NBC just ran an encore presentation of the 2006 Ironman Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Of course, I tivoed it and have watched a few times for inspiration. It never fails to bring a tear to my eye. However, watching it now, I have a brand new appreciation for what I'm seeing. I know what it feels like to train when no one else is around, or say no to something I want to do because I have to get my ride in.
Anyway, I'm feeling great, ready to go to Madison and get this baby done!!
Take care everybody!
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The day is almost here, and you've trained well and are prepared. What an achievement, Dan. I'm so very proud of you.
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