When I first heard about the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, I thought the swim portion was absolutely insane and anyone who swam it was nuts. It's funny how things can change. One of my biggest fears in life is now one of my most incredible joys. This race (especially the swim) is truly the funnest, yet most challenging triathlon's, I've ever competed in. Below is my journal on the incredible experience. This year's race is on Sunday, June 10th, 2012.
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Training this Week
Great swim yesterday (24:45 minute mile) and great run on Tues (5 miles @ 7:14 min/mile average) and will be hitting the bike post work today with a buddy.
I also did my master's swim on Monday night and had the coach watch me and he provided me with a couple more tips (1) breathing and 2)hand position post entering the water) which did make a difference, so that was great.
Now this weekend, I need to try to get a first time 1.5 mile swim in the lake followed by the full bike or full run.
My buddy Dave also invited me to a 2.5 mile swim on Sat, May 31st around Seward Park. I think that might be the perfect long swim before the race.
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