Sunday was the Utica Boilermaker 15K in Utica, NY. Lisa Millis and I were trying to figure out how many years we've run the race, as we sipped on a beer at the finish party. We believe this was our 7th year. WOW, how time flies. We had a GREAT time, perfect weather, and 15K of chit chat and laughter... If you like to run, and you haven't done this race, you should try it. At least once. The field this year, I think, was 15,000 runners.
The rest of the week so far, has been steady, but not crazy, training-wise. I had a bit of bike trouble on Monday. As I was climbing a hill, my gears started to shift themselves, and I was unable to turn to the left. As those of you who cycle know, once you're clipped into your pedals, & you're on a significant incline, you have to suck it up & do what you've got to do to get to the top... I did just that, then stopped in a safe spot to assess. The cable that runs from the rear chainring to the right shifter, was hooked on a piece of the aerobars, & pulled tight. Quick temporary fix, but once again, I'll need a check-up & adjustment at Placid Planet before the race.
Swimming is good, I've not swam much at all this month, with all 3 kids going in different directions, and no childcare during lap swim hours.
Not a banner training year for me, but all in all, I think I'll do just fine, I'm eating well, doing the things I'm supposed to do, (for the most part), & looking forward to the big day.
Auntie M continues to provide me with her enthusiastic inquiries and support re: my progress, via every technology available, multiple times a day. Scott offers suggestions here and there, which I am grateful for. My kids are amazing. Ruby was bobbing around in the deep end of the pool a few days ago, grinning from ear to ear, saying, "I'm doing Ironman, see?" They are all genuinely excited, and looking forward to running in the IronKids race on Friday before IM. I can't wait to see them run their first race!
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