I'm back! And out of Shape!

Life took over and I fell off track. I finally decided I needed a change. Pleasantly surprised to find some entry slots open. All registered for IM Louisville !!

Super excited. I went through all of my old gear. Tested my batteries in my sensors and HR straps, watch, etc. getting a plan together to build up a bike… Went through my old parts to see what I have and what I need.

Good times!

First run was today. My thoughts:

1 min- oh wow, my Hr is that high?
2 min- I’m running too fast?
3 min- wow, I am out of shape!
4 min- was that my knee… Wait… What’s that ache in my leg?
5 min- damn, how do you use this watch again?
6 min- seriously- how do you use this watch.
7 min- stopped to figure out my watch
8 min- running again …
9 min- why do my feet hurt, I use to love Lunarglides?
10 min- wait- the new Lunarglides have a stitched tongue, I think that’s new
11 min- yeah- I think so, my orthotics fit like crap in these shoes
12 min- this is just sad, I am really struggling.
13 min- oh, there it is- found a comfortable pace
14 min- finding my stride!
15-20 min- oh yeah… I missed this shit!

A very lame 20 min run to start the season… But, it’s a start!

I’m back baby!!!

Woo!

It’s awesome you missed it after 20 minutes – normally takes me a few runs. lol

Funny post…

Awesome post
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How long did you fall off?

Good luck finding your way back and to an IM.

You think you’re out of shape now, wait 'till you get in the pool…lol
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How long did you fall off?

Good luck finding your way back and to an IM.

Completed IM Wisconsin in 2013 and I have not raced since. I rode here and there and some mt. Bike rides. I knew it was getting bad when 20-25 miles was enough of a ride for me.

It’s like Hotel California…you can check out any time you like…but you can never leave. I have lots of friends from many years ago who did this sport and IM. They see me and say, “are you still doing that stuff”…answer = “yes”. Deep down in side, they have never left…if they can do it again, they will. They just checked out but there is always a hope to get back in.

You think you’re out of shape now, wait 'till you get in the pool…lol

I will find that out tonight! Haha