Funny training for an ironman and a 100 mile ultra marathon at the same freakn’ time. But really, I already was, just didn’t know it.

So, a brick workout is a ride, followed by a run. Or a swim right into a run or ride. I haven’t really done a “brick” workout in a while. This should be interesting.

Went out for an early HILLY ride. I told the deer to go back to bed. Not sure if they agreed with me or not. The drivers certainly needed to go back to bed. They were in a very grouchy mood this morning. I came so close to being their breakfast. Or coffee. The hills seemed extra hard this morning as well. 25 miles in 1:35.

Got right off the bike, right into beloved running shoes. Ran 4 semi hilly miles in 36 minutes.

Lifted weights this morning as well. I love the feel of iron. Wish I had more time to lift. But then again, I already get asked if I play football, so maybe I don’t need to.

To finish up the day, I ran 4 more miles. In 35 minutes. Sweat fest done. Brick over. And I feel like one too!

Photo by *clarity*

Tuesday! Riding, running and weight lifting day. I got out of bed and right away felt pain behind my left knee. Crap! Did I get injured in my SLEEP for pete’s sake? Was really sore. Was able to walk, but with some pain. I was counting on riding to give my legs a nice break before running.

So, after my usual bowl of Kashi (oh, how I love that stuff) I headed out. Ok, tried to. I discovered I had a flat. And no spare tubes left. Double sigh. Welcome to Tuesday morning kids. That totally rearranged my day. I was going to cycle to the gym, do weights, then cycle back. Yeah, right. Not going to happen. Had to get my tire fixed first. BUT. Thank god for friends. One came to my rescue and saved the day.

Back in business. Sweet. Rode 35 miles in 2:11. Maybe riding with cat 1′s on Sunday helped after all. Left leg better, but not 100%.

In the midst of a typical insane day, I did manage to get a weight workout in. I lifted with my personal trainer friend. OMG. His workouts ALWAYS kill me. But I LOVE to change it up. Love that sore feeling. Had to go easy on leg work because of my left leg. Triple sigh.

Then still had to run 6 miles. I know why I don’t run in the evening. It REALLY affected me. It was humid and hot. Was sick the whole time. I will spare you the graphic details. Somehow I managed to finish in 54 minutes. Not really sure how. Leg felt better running then walking. Go figure. Iced it afterwards.

The shower was priceless. A full day of sweat fests!

Tuesday over. Tomorrow is July. Another full month of miles ahead! YAY!

Photo by Turydddu

Well. I am going to do it. I may die. But will die trying. I am going to race a half ironman (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 run). AKA 70.3. I am already running & riding a million miles a week. Just need to get some swimming in. May even go for 2 half IM’s. If I don’t die on the swim of the first one. Stay tuned!

Today was an off day for running. Imagine that!! Lifted for an hour. Then rode 45 miles in the middle of the day. You already know why. It was very hot. 90 out. Not to humid, thank God. The hills seemed worse then usual. Finished in 3 hours.

Popsicle. AC. Shower at the end. Priceless.

Photo by Auntie K