
I’ve spent the
last 2 months gearing up for it. Less than 4 months until race day (June 23rd).
I’m planning on it being a “one and done” race for the summer, so I can have
more freedom to do fun stuff with the kids, without the obligation of training.
The biggest thing – I want to enjoy the process. So far I am loving it! I
really never thought I’d feel this way again.
I’ve surpassed training goals
already and I’m feeling great! There isn’t any perceived pressure from being sponsored
either. One of my first rides back was 2x10’ (5’) @ 190 watts. I’ve already
worked up to 4x21’ (1.5’) @ 190 watts (1:24 total at Goal Race Effort)! I
wanted to work up to running 4 miles at 7’ (threshold) by the end of February,
and I’ve done multiple 5 mile runs at threshold and felt GOOD!
It’s also an emotional journey. “Feeling
good” has not been normal for me over the past year. With my hemoglobin, iron,
and ferritin having tanked after Rowyn’s birth, it took a long time to come
back from that. I struggled to go slow. I struggled to breathe, to move, and I
was not myself. As a result, I’m all the more determined, but also overwhelmed
with feeling blessed. It has changed my perspective on triathlon. It is now a
gift. And what’s even better – I think I can come back and kick some butt.
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