Training Log Archive: AliS

5 Peaks trail race! I'm actually really happy how this all came together - good training, good taper, I felt strong and capable throughout the entire race, and I came in under my goal time of 1:45 (goal time was based loosely on the training run Kate and I did a few weeks ago). I didn't warm up as much as I wanted, which is still a habit I would like to get into more. Need to figure out timing for that though, I think. Course was great. Lots of water crossing up to my knees for maximum refreshment and shoe-cleaning. Felt strong on the uphill climbs (which I power walked) and fast on the rocky, wet downhills (where I passed a lot of people). Knowing the course really helped. Who knows, maybe I'll do another one of these... :)

Sprint camp recon afterwards really helped to keep the blood flowing... it sucked on the day, but I am happy now that we did it!

Easy ride exploring the Spirit Trail east to Lions Gate. Nice trail with coffee shop nearby... Must remember for future outings!

Little weights followed by a lot of stretching. Feeling tight in the legs

Hyannis, Salamander, Sticks and Stones, Cardiac Bypass and back to Hyannis. Fun loop! Was thinking that I should run my bike challenge loop for this year and compare the bike v's running time... Genuinely unsure which will be faster!