special training partner today

Just finished a one hour run, e-z pace, per Coach Krista's training plan for the day. As I was getting ready to head out, I asked Hunter if he'd like to run a mile or two with me, after which I would run home with him, then finish up. He said sure, and as we headed out, he changed his mind & hopped on his bike. The little duffer hung in for over 4 miles, with soft tires & lots of humid heat. By far, my favorite run of the season. I love my boy.

I spoke with my coach last evening for 45 minutes, (she always pumps me up, & is so knowledgeable...). We have decided to play a bit with my hydration for the bike portion of the race. I will be doing a longer ride than I typically do this close to the race, followed by a 1 hr run. Trying a lower fructose drink than the Ironman Performance for the 1st hour of the ride, switching to diluted IMP for 2nd hour, and full IMP for the run. Hopefully this will minimize the issues I've been having with the new drink.... We shall see!

Looking for someone to kayak with me for a 2mile open water swim on either Wednesday or Thursday this week, please call if you have a boat & are available!!

Thank you to those who have donated to Kendra's recovery fund. the meter will register your donations by later today. It means a great deal to me to support this amazing family.

More tomorrow!