So far so good this week. Masters swim has been productive. I’ve been finding it easier to get into my rhythm in the water. Nutrition is going good. Back on the whole “resetting my metabolic efficiency” kick. It’s really pretty interesting. The unwritten law for endurance athletes is to fuel with carbs. These leads to using bars, gels, energy drinks during races and it is these glucose rich things that lead to GI problems. You can check out the website if you want http://www.fuel4mance.com . These first couple of weeks are very Atkins/South Beach like. No whole grains, pasta, or “carby” things. I can have all the lean meats, fruits, and veggies that I can stand. The bad thing is that when you try to change the way your body fuels itself, there is an adjustment period. I find myself being very sluggish on my evening training routines. Last time it took almost two weeks to get over the change. Hopefully this time around I can adjust in about a week.
Monday 5/9
WO#1 Masters Swim
90mins; 4000m
Only 3 people in the lane today. The bubble came down a couple of weeks ago so the crowd gets a little thin on colder mornings
WO#2 Physical Therapy
75mins
Started added ankle weights to my exercises
WO#3 Bike (Build intervals)
90mins; No dist due to bike cpu problems
I hooked the bike on the trainer to get this in while I watched “How I Met Your Mother” & “24”. FYI, Jack is going a little off the deep end these days.
Tuesday 5/10
WO#1 Bike (hill concentration)
105mins; about 32 miles on mapmyride.com
Legs were feeling it today. It was hard to get up a good speed for about the middle 1/3 of the workout. I did get “buzzed” by an old couple cruising down Old Leeds Road. Their side view mirror was waaayy to close to my arm. With that in mind, I’ll go ahead and mention to the couple of people who read this to give riders at least 3 feet.
Wednesday 5/11
WO#1 Masters Swim
75mins; 3000m
Pool was crazy crowded today. I think each lane had 6-7 people in it. We did a lot of drill work today. Sherry, our coach on Wednesdays, loves some drills.
WO#2 Aerobic Run
60mins; 5.5 miles
While I’m rehabbing my knee, most of my runs are going to be run/walks. Tonight I ran 10mins and walked 45 secs. Focused on keeping my HR low at a rate of perceived exertion (RPE) of 3. Once I found a comfy pace, the workout was good. Something was going on in the neighborhood last night. There were a ton of cop cars patrolling with their lights flashing and spotlights shining. Of course I’m sure that I looked suspicious out there running the streets at 845 in the PM. Side note: getting new kicks on Friday!
Well, Thursday’s here and my legs are beat. I’ve got a bike/run tonight that ought to be “fun.” Have a great rest of the week and stay safe out there.
Eric’s Quote of the Day: “Son, if you really want something in this life, you have to work for it. Now quiet! They’re about to announce the lottery numbers. ~Homer Simpson
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