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5 Weeks!

Can you believe that the Ironman is five weeks from today? Neither can I. Unlike last year when I was counting down the hours, this year the race has totally snuck up on me.

I had a good, pretty hard ride in the farm country outside Washington DC yesterday. Despite the fact that my legs are feeling very heavy and my back/butt and knee aren’t 100% pain free, I am feeling excited and confident about the race. I am so thankful for the support of friends and family that helped convince me not to give up. I’ll be writing and reflecting more over the coming weeks.

Bike – June 13
Distance: 29.6 miles
Time: 1:40
Average heart rate: 121
Course: West Side Highway, Central Park (3+ loops)
Conditions: Sunny, high 60’s

Bike – June 14
Distance: 70.9 miles
Time: 4:08
Average heart rate: 121
Course: Washington DC to Poolesville
Conditions: Sunny, humid, 70’s-80’s

Run – June 15
Distance: 6 miles
Time: 46 minutes
Average heart rate: 143
Course: Chevy Chase/Rockville Park
Conditions: Sunny, humid, high 70’s