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Archive for September, 2008

Making Strides

This morning was another breakthrough (small as it may sound it was pretty big for me).
This morning was my longest solo run. I laced up my shoes and hit the pavement at 8 a.m. and ran 11 miles.
I wasn’t sure how this run would go – especially since I wasn’t feeling well Thursday and [...]

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Training as usual

This week has been quite successful regarding training.
Monday and Wednesday were fantastic Master Swim classes. I felt very strong in both and worked hard. After those classes I came home and within less than an hour, was sleeping!
Yesterday’s class I shared a lane with a competitive guy. The lane to my left [...]

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One year from right now…

I will be somewhere in Cross Plains / Mount Horeb / or Verona – riding my way through Ironman Wisconsin.
It’s hard to believe…but I am on my way.
Today was a great test for me. Super Husband was unable to join me on this morning’s long run, so this was the longest training run I’ve [...]

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Ironman Wisconsin 2008

What a rush!! This year was a great year to be support crew for Big Brother. The parents came into town and we all cheered on our favorite Ironman.
The whole weekend was awesome. I flew in Thursday night – and the city was already a-buzz with Ironman energy.
The following day, Friday, was [...]

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This past weekend – we did a few fun (and new) things.
Firstly, we went to the Hollywood Bowl Saturday night and watched John Williams do his magic. There is nothing like watching the many encores – one being Darth Vader’s Impirical March while concert goers wave their light sabers in tempo with the music.
Sunday [...]

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