Day 17

First day of working out/training since my 12 mile run on Saturday. Did a 45 minute swim at the pool, and timed my 400m which came out to just over 13 minutes - a whole minute less than the last time I timed myself. Also did an hour bike ride which was about 6 1/2 miles or so. First time out on the road bike and although I do love it, it's still a struggle to get up the hills - even in the lowest gears. Just like my 12 mile run though, I feel exhausted this evening and feel great about the workout.

This Saturday's run, which is only 3 days away, is supposed to be a 14 miler but I'm a little leary. The area just to the right of my left shin is killin me. Very sore while walking and also to the touch. I've been trying to stretch it out, but don't think it's the muscle. Possibly a shin splint? Not sure, but I was actually looking forward to the 14 mile run - which will be the longest I have EVER run, race or no race. I have a few more days to see how it feels and will probably decide for sure on Friday evening if I'll run or not.

Still feeling good about my training. I need to get some accessories for my bike, but other than that the gear I've been using for my runs is good, as well as swim (sans swim cap). Sent in my registration for the triathlon so there is no looking back now. Also booked the hotel in Dayton for the USAF Half-Marathon which is the weekend after my tri. Looking so forward to both of these events, and with my 12 miler coming in just at 2 hours, feel that I might have a PR on my hands in Dayton!