08-08-2008

24 min in the pool - done

hour bike ride tonight

did the 530 am spin class.  trying to figure out if I should swim at lunch today.  that would make 5 consecutive days swimming.

 btw- because of the advice last week on how to pick up swim time... I had a swim break through and a very different feeling stroke that makes me go much faster!

 I have no problem powering(built up some nice triceps) my way through the water for 1500 meters without too much energy being spent but this new approach feels awesome.  3 weeks to the oly and I hope I can feel more natural incorporating the new approach by race time.

Since its my 08/08/08 birthday that only happens once a century.. I will be heading to NYC tonight

But I do plan on getting in some swimming.. in the range of 2000-2500m

An easy 15 miles bike ride with some intervals cuz some unexpected encounter with dogs...LOL

Will swim this afternoon if the weather allows me...Here in Florida, you don't know what to expect...

First time running with a jogging stroller today.  Daughter is only 1 so can't yet complain about me going too slow.  Got 3 miles in early before the Vegas heat.  

Lunchtime swim trying to work on techniques posted by BFD.   Thought I was starting to get swimming figured out but then really started trying to work on not crossing my arms over the centerline during pull.  Big difference and feel like I'm starting over again in endurance.  

Todd