Tri Train Saturday

It began with a splash in the pool (50 minutes). I challenged myself working the free style without fins, weeks prior I was dependent on them to stay afloat. For an entire week I have managed without fins, though I would loose my balance mid way crawling to the other end, today I successfully crawled two links of the short lane with good balance. Thrilled, with my water training, I got out of the pool, headed to the changing room when I saw a friend walk by. I stopped to chat with her a few minutes. She had said that she had just walked two miles on the beach and was ready for a workout in water; I was impressed and even more determined to complete my bike and run training sessions. After a refreshing hot shower, I felt exhilarated and walked a few yards to my bike. So, zealous was I to start the next workout phase, while riding out on my bike a few yards I realized I was helmet-less. I turned back, geared up and hit the road again. Uphill was a breeze. Before I knew it, I was on top: this hill usually took time to climb and felt arduous at crest. Quickly, I dismounted from my bike, crossed the street to the running path, and started to jog. It was all down hill on the trip out; coming back was a mix. I braced myself as I looked out at the hill ahead. I got into form, drew my arms in close to my body to help expend less energy and use more of my core. I could feel the power as my body was lifted almost effortless up the incline. I faced continuous rolling hills, but the power was unending. I still can't fathom this awesome energizer!