Like a bear emerging from a long winter's hibernation, triathletes all around are gearing up for yet another exciting year of triathlon. This triathlete is no exception. 2009 was great. I made some great strides in stretching my abilities and have learned a lot about myself and where I want to go, but it's time to build on that and not rest on any past laurels.
2010 will be a year to focus on speed and more speed. Due to a new baby in the house, I've taken IM out of the equation and will focus on sprints and Olys. I've laid out a manageable and exciting schedule that has me racing twice most months this summer. The hope is seek out a few races that I either haven't done yet or haven't done in a while.
So physically where am I right now? Honestly, since my last post it's been a lot better. I've picked up two pool sessions a week where before I was maybe only swimming once. I'm not exactly happy with my technique right now, but the times are still there. I'm about 80% where I want to be on the bike. Endurance has picked up, but I'm just not climbing the way I used to right now. I'm on the bike/trainer at least three times a week right now so hopefully that will change soon. The run is still an unknown. I've had good days and bad days. I'm ready to stretch out some of the speed work I've been doing to see if I can maintain my goal pace for the entire run. This is where I've fallen back in the past in Sprint races. I'd love to be able to get under 20 minutes for a 5K in Sprint but I haven't been able to maintain that pace.
This biggest thing that needs to happen is for this damned winter to end. It's making life and training way to difficult and complicated. I'm ready to sweat and suffer on the road instead of in my garage or on the dreadmill. Regardless, the motivation is there, and it's time to get serious. 2010 is here and I'm ready to play. Game on!
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