Take 2.

This week, my quest to complete a half ironman (70.3) begins.  I started down this path in December, but, was derailed by injuries and life in general. So...take 2. 

The target event:  ironman 70.3 Austin.  This event will take place on my 44th birthday.  

I am entering my training plan a little out of shape and 10 pounds overweight, as I have not been diligent about training and my diet has been poor.  However, I have several events scheduled between now and 10.26 that will keep me honest.  

Here was my mindset going into my December training...not much has changed:

Let the training begin!

In 2013 my wellness events evolved a bit, as I dipped my toe in the pool of multisport events.  As one might imagine, this has led to a desire to increase distances in said events. So, 1st challenge: ironman 70.3.  I asked Tarp, one of the local Tri gurus, which event to target as my 1st half ironman, and, Galveston was the recommendation.  (http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman-70.3/texas.aspx#axzz2nUJvL8lf). 

So, tomorrow, my journey begins.  I will follow this 16 week training plan: (http://triathlon.competitor.com/2010/09/training/super-simple-ironman-70-3-triathlon-training-plan_12364). 

I'm entering this training program a little out of shape and banged up, as I have not been diligent about my training in several months, and have a sore right knee. 

I'm hopeful that I can push through the knee pain. 

When training for my 1st sprint Tri last summer, I found great motivation in training for the event, and, saw good results as well. 

I suspect that the cycling will come easy, the improvement on the running will come, and the swimming will suck. It will also be a challenge to find time to "open water" swim between now and the event. 

Game on. 

Here we go....