52 mile π΄π½ββοΈ ride
My training plan called for a 4-hour ride today (and a 1-hour swim). The local triathlon club does...
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Month: May 2020
π΄π½ββοΈ 40 Miles in the heat β¨οΈ
Sunrise departure This morning, I had a wonderful 40-mile ride with the B-Group of the Pearland...
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ππ½ββοΈRun test results ππ½ββοΈ
Just like my cycling performance assessment on Monday , I completed a run assessment today. I...
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π΄π½ββοΈ Cycling test results π΄π½ββοΈ
Three months after my previous cycling test, Texas has allowed exercise facilities to reopen....
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My 1st 1.8 mile swim ππ½ββοΈ
So far, all of my scheduled races have been either canceled or postponed. The repeated excitement...
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This morning I took a quick trip on an endless moving sidewalk... some days it just happens to be the best option... bleh.
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#journeytoironman
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What an awesome morning with my #trifamily #pearlandtriathlonracingclub at the local splash pad. Everything was clicking for me and I was able to crank out 20 x 100yds on the 2:00 with an average pace of 1:32/100. The technique work is beginning to pay dividends ππΎ.
I feel the increased energy as folks are ramping up for #imtx2021. Keep getting after it everybody ππ½.
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With a bit of trepidation I climbed into the saddle for the first time in 6 weeks. It wasnβt painful, but these horribly uncomfortable fucking bike seats donβt make reunions easy. π£.
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This morning I had nothing to do but enjoy the water π
30 x 100 yds on the 2 min
2000 with a snorkel to keep focus on form and body position. 1000 without it so I could feel the rhythm of the stroke.
Later, Iβll try out a short spin on the trainer & see if I can begin bike training again π€πΎ.
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#ironmando
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I was excited to finally be able to do a run performance assessment with coach @johnnyshelby_444.
But, Mr. hard head couldnβt be satisfied with improving while recovering! I had to push for 6 additional miles! That was just a little too much... because healing isnβt the same as healed π.
Iβll make tomorrow a recovery day.
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The best part of waking up...
Is gettinβ that body movinβ π
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#ironmanflorida
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#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
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8 miles of sunrise fun. I forgot to set the alarm, but thanks to @w00denteeth1 Iβve gotten good a doing a handspring out of bed π€Έand was able to catch the sunrise.
40 degrees at the start but it quickly warmed up so 6 miles became 8+ nice and easy miles ππΎ.
My recovery is going well, so in a couple of days Iβll do threshold tests to reset my zones π. Then I can start getting after it like the rest of you ππ½.
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#blacktriathletes
#swimbikerun
#ironmantexas
#ironmantexas2020
#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
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Cool air and warm sun rays made for an exceptionally invigorating run. I relish days like this π
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#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
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#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
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Remaining consistent...
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#ironmando
#ironchris
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This morningβs swim was all about overcoming the voices of procrastination.
As soon as I woke up, the pillows conspired against me. Then, a little later, while drinking some coffee, my body reinforced the pillowβs message...go later, itβs cold outside, just wait until it gets warmer... blah, blah, blah.
Nope!
Allowing it once, becomes twice, then a week is lost π‘...the mental battle never ends.
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#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
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#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
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1 hr run indoors today π€¦π½. Wearing a mask while imitating a sprinkler is no bueno... I donβt enjoy gasping for air through wet face covering ππ₯΄
The work is done. Next time, Iβm going back outside.
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#journeytoironman
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#iloveallthisshit
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#ironmando
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These two photos hint at what a difference two years can make.
Iβve shed 40 LBS, developed a healthier mind & body while finding a renewed excitement and love of life.
Two years ago I decided that the present me didnβt have to be the future me. I began walking and making food choices one meal at a time. The changes snowballed and I began setting big ass goals.
With commitment, determination, the willingness to keep getting back up and ask for help, Iβve exceeded my own expectations.
Always be kind to yourself, you can do amazing things.
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#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
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#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
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Todayβs plan was an hour at zone 1. As I worked to keep my cadence high, It felt like I was gliding along the trail. Iβd found a rhythm and tried to stay with it for as long as possible.
In the end, I knocked out a 5K PB AND chipped away at my fear of running faster πͺπΎ.
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#blacktriathlete
#blacktriathletes
#swimbikerun
#ironmantexas
#ironmantexas2020
#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
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A solid pool session to wrap up a wonderful day.
I really enjoy seeing all the pics of everyone putting in their work and prepping for a strong season.
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#triathlon
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathlete
#blacktriathletes
#swimbikerun
#ironmantexas
#ironmantexas2020
#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
#myswimpro
#shocksquad
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I spent the morning dialing-in pace and form with some intervals on the VASA Erg. I prefer to swim in the actual water, but with the erg, I am able to train my body to feel pace in real-time. #formgoggles now do the same thing, but I donβt have them.
Stay productive and do what you are able, then push a little further πͺπΎ.
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#blacktriathlete
#blacktriathletes
#swimbikerun
#ironmantexas
#ironmantexas2020
#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
#myswimpro
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Another successful day on the trail pushing myself a little harder. I was able to increase my run distance to 6 miles by maintaining a focus on quick turnover and smoother strides. No pain π₯³ at all!!! Iβm coming back on-line and lovinβ it.
...stronger than yesterday
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#triathlon
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathlete
#blacktriathletes
#swimbikerun
#ironmantexas
#ironmantexas2020
#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
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The π’ outgrew his shell today!!
After a 7.5 mile walk, I decided to test my body...I was bursting at the seems itching to get in a run.
Feeling like I was adequately warmed up, I focused on short steps with rapid turnover (180-185 cadence) to minimize the pounding and allowing my body to tell me how far I could go. After about a mile, I looked at my watch and was surprised that I was easily maintaining a 9:15/mile pace. No pain whatsoever!!!
I was so elated and filled with gratitude that my body was responding so well that I damn near started crying. However, At two miles I temporarily lost my mind...I considered pushing through to 15 miles π. I felt that good in the moment. However, I quickly realized that I was being greedy and asking for trouble, so I stopped after 2.5 miles ππ½ββοΈ(11 total miles).
...stronger than yesterday
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#blacktriathlete
#blacktriathletes
#swimbikerun
#ironmantexas
#ironmantexas2020
#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
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I was treated to a mysteriously misty morning as I did the π’ strut for 5 miles.
I get inspired by watching everyone start the year with such excitement and vigor ππ½.
...stronger than yesterday
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#alwaysbepushing
#triathlon
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathlete
#blacktriathletes
#swimbikerun
#ironmantexas
#ironmantexas2020
#thirdcoasttraining
#pearlandtriathlonracingclub
#journeytoironman
#ironmanflorida
#ironmanwaco70.3
#iloveallthisshit
#iloveallofthisshit
#goals
#clydesdaletriathlete
#swimbikerun4equality
#ironmando
#ironchris
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
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