Well I'm officially in offseason mode right now. I'm trying to do 2-3 rides per week, 2 swims per week, 3-4 runs per week and lift weights 1-2 times per week. The rides haven't been over 3 hours and the swims are right around the 2K mark. My primary focus on the swim is technique and just keeping a "feel for the water". I need to join a master's program so I can get some coaching but just haven't done it yet.
My primary focus this winter/offseason is going to be the run. I'm traditionally a weak runner and of the 3 disciplines this is by far my limiter. My original plan was to train for a marathon this winter but only compete in half marathons. However, I injured my calf about 2 weeks ago and haven't run until this morning. This morning I ran about 3 miles on the treadmill and the calf felt okay but still not 100%. I'm going to stick to the treadmill this week and then hopefully get back on track running wise next week. Assuming everything goes okay, I'll probably target a half marathon in Jan/Feb and try and meet some time goal. Haven't determined that time goal yet, but my initial thought is around 1:40.
Ironman New Orleans 70.3 is April 5th, so I'll officially start training for that race the week of 12/8. I'll execute a 17-18 week training plan and see where it takes me. The toughest part of an early season race is cycling in the winter. With young kids it's important that I'm home at a decent time on the weekends for family time so I typically leave by 5am on Saturday/Sunday. This time of year it's tolerable, but December-February it's downright miserable to cycle in 30-40 degree weather. Last year, I had my IM AZ traning partner JT to accompany me on these days but JT is trying to qualify for Boston right now and is focused on running. (JT if your reading this, give up that running stuff and come back to Triathlons remember it's all about the bike my friend) JT is really kicking some serious tail right now and I feel confident that he will nail that Boston qualifying time at White Rock in a few weeks.
One thing I will say, is this lay off from running has really made me miss it, so I'm motivated to get back to running.....
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Yes, I do miss my bike. And 30 mile running weekends are quite silly. Hopefully I will remember how to peddle after White Rock. Maybe it will come back to me "just like riding a bike".
JT
Boston or Bust!!!!!!!
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