July Wrapup

I’m not entirely sure where July went.  I look at my training log and I can’t explain it.  I think because it was a month without any races, it seemed like a slow month.  Just the same old, same old.  Not that there’s anything wrong with that.

In July, I ran 26.6 miles, hit the pool 7 times and rode my bike 8 times, both outside and on the trainer.  And I got in one whole strength training workout! (Okay, so it was 3 days ago, but it still counts.)

The Good

• I’m getting much more comfortable on the bike.  I’m starting to enjoy the hills.  One more course ride before race day.
• I did another swim clinic and learned some good tips on dealing with the open water swim stresses.  Again, one more clinic before race day.
• I’ve sort of got a plan for strength training.
• For the most part, I stuck to my training schedule, at least when it comes to biking and swimming.

The Bad

• 26.6 miles?  That’s a really low month for me.  I will still be fine for my triathlon (3.3 mile run), but I’ve got a half marathon in September that I need to be ready for.  I need to stop missing my long weekend runs.
• I gained half a pound this month.  Why can I not lose weight?

The Ugly

• We’ll put my house on this list.  It is a mess!

Next Steps

1. With a few short weeks left until race day, and only one training weekend, I NEED to stick to my training schedule.
2. Continue to get in at least one strength training workout a week.
3. Talk to my doctor about my general fatigue levels and if bloodwork doesn’t show anything, ask about seeing an endocrinologist.  Might just be that I’m wearing myself out, but I might as well rule out all medical possibilities first.