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June 26, 2008
Arms in Revolt
Now that my toe is back in order (amputation is definitely out), my arms are revolting. Not from swimming per se (not that that helped any) but more from lifting. When in doubt, blame the lifting.
So my 4K swim this morning was a little rough. Actually, I did just fine but the lats, the shoulders, the triceps...they were all whining and complaining. I told them to buck up. We had a workout to do! When that didn't work I threatened amputation. I'm not sure why but I seem to have amputation on my brain. Must be because about half of the patient in the one ICU I cover just got something amputated. Surgeons and nurses must have weird dreams...
ANYWAY - I came home from work today hoping to see "2 hour nap" on my training schedule. You can probably guess that wasn't the case. Instead "2 hour ride". Hmm...not quite the same thing. So although I was pretty sleepy, I got my gear together, pumped my tires and out the door I went.
The ride started off hot, humid and with sore legs. But by about 15 minutes in I started to feel much better and quite enjoyed the remaining 1:45. I'm really starting to feel comfortable on my bike. I know that sounds strange because I've had it for over a year - but I think it takes quite some time to really feel good on a TT. At least it has for me. We've played with the fit here and there a little and I think I'm really happy with where it's at now.
Regardless, when I was about 10 miles from home I was stopped at a traffic light that was adjacent to a backyard where a man was sitting with his two dogs. I said hello to which he responded by looking into the sky and saying "I think you're gonna get wet young lady." I told him not to worry and that I was almost home (um...not really...) and rode off. And then I looked up and around and realized that it was getting awfully dark for only being about 6:30 pm! Hmmm....
Angry clouds chased me home and the wind started to whip up but I made it safe and sound! And about 5 minutes later the thunder, lightening and pouring down rain started. Couldn't have timed that better had I tried!
So there you have it. Another exciting day in the life of me (note the sarcasm of course... :) Good night everyone!
Posted by beth at June 26, 2008 9:36 PM
Comments
Good luck at the open water swim!
When in doubt I always like to blame stregth training for any type of soreness ;)
Posted by: maija at June 27, 2008 5:46 PM