Brick today (kinda), Bike to run about 15 min apart. The 15 min were doing some strength sets. I was surprised how good I felt on the run, but started to develop a couple blisters (note to self: make sure your shoes are adjusted during the transition from stationary bike to the run). Used better hydration with more salt per coach Mike, I will know more on my next brick but it seemed to really make a difference.

A little tough comming off of the holiday. Some back pain 5/10, so medication may have played a role in the run today. run and walked, but kept HR in upper zone 1 lower zone 2 the whole time.

This was a slow week for training since we were on vacation (kids spring break). It was good to spend some time in Watamu where the "Wild Man Tri" will take place. I was very surprised how difficult it was to manage the heat. I assumed training at high altitude would off set the heat, but my times suffered as well as my perceived exertion. I was also surprised that the sunburn I had from the previous diagnostic race hampered me so much. The heat of Watamu added to the feeling that my skin was on fire increased my perceived exertion (PE). My HR did not match the PE rate. I also had a chance to do the preliminary planning for the race on the 22nd. I now have a good idea of the layout of the course and the challenge which lies ahead. I put on 3 pounds while at the beach...bummer.

Wrapped up with Kids activities and ....yes, work while on vacation

The heat continues to be a real challenge