Subject: RE: Ironman TexasTriPatrick - 2010-09-11 5:18 PM Today I had a major reality check. I had a 4 hour ride in prep for ironstar and it hurt at the end (not to mention the run afterwards). I did 80 miles today and my longest to date has been 60. I think I got away from respecting the IM distance/pacing so I am down to earth again. I am glad I figured this out today rather than during IM training. I saw LOTS of people on the super secret IMTX route towards richards. Don't sweat it Patrick, it's a good thing that you realized the size of the endeavour but don't let it blow your mind. It's a serious distance but also keep in mind that it is done at a very aerobic effort level. You'll be alright, before I did my first IM I used to have nightmares about DNF, drowning, mechanicals, you name it (and my race was flawless). |