Yesterday I went on a 3.2 mile walk. I was going to go for another walk today, but we're experiencing 40+ mph winds. Um. No thank you. I'll just stay inside. Instead of moving my body, I'm investigating possible events a few months out. I started by contemplating whether I might be able to pull off a 5K at the Zoo run on May 1st. Then began looking at other 5Ks and 10Ks during the summer. There are several options out there, I should have no problem finding a race or two once I'm running again.
Then I stumbled across something very interesting. An all women local triathlon, on the short end of the spectrum for sprint distance (3 mi run, 10 mi bike, 400 yd swim). This event isn't until end of August and the proceeds will be going to help a camp for children with disabilities. It has been a few years since I've done a triathlon. This might just be the event to reel me back in; I'm genuinely intrigued by this one.
Of course that would mean that I need to actually get onto my bike and into the pool. Both things have eluded me. But with an event to aim for, perhaps my motivation to cycle and swim will return.
P.S. I've been trying to catch up on folks' blogs, but the blogger site keeps crashing on me. Anyone else having this problem?
I have not been having it crash when I've been on. The tri sounds intriguing. Good cross training!
ReplyDeleteHope you are resting up and recovering! The all-women's tri sounds like a good often!
ReplyDeleteThe tri sounds like fun! I am a very poor swimmer, but I kind of want to try a duathlon next year.
ReplyDeleteNo problem with Blogger for me, in a general sense, but some people's blogs seem to be taking forever to load. That may just be their sites -- too many widgets!
ReplyDeleteAll fo those events sound fun, and I don't blame you for avoiding the wind -- it's the worst to run or walk in!
The tri sounds like a great idea. I keep trying to get sucked into the tri life by my buddies. I haven't had that gatorade yet....
ReplyDeleteSounds like an awesome race!! :0) Sorry about the wind!! I hate running with wind!
ReplyDeleteThe triathlon sounds perfect! I LOVE races for a good cause :)
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