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Streak Day 76

Well the steak is progressing well- with only one really close call, which I documented previously. I am going to try to start training for the Brooklyn half marathon, so we'll see if the miles I have been doing thus far this year will help or not. Interestingly, I was in Miami last weekend and spent all weekend learning how to kiteboard- so much fun! Maybe I can get Coach Cane to train me for kiteboarding. I haven't been this excited about picking up a new sport since I don't know when.

Streak day 37

I have been enjoying the streak and it has given some structure to my training. I have lost approx 4-5 lbs since starting, which makes the running easier. I am also experimenting with improving my chronic hip tightness with Rolfing aka Structural Integration- NSQ loved it so we'll see...

Streak Day 22

Phew! Yesterday was close. I came home from a long day at work, finished up some things, had my Thursday evening glass of wine and went out to meet Glo at a birthday party. Coming home after 10 PM after stuffing myself with sliders and chicken fingers I realized that I hadn't run yet! EEK! I changed as quick as I could and ran a cramping, belching 10 minute mile on the treadmill. Gack. I wonder how cavemen coped with fleeing a lion who suddenly appeared to eat them while their bellies were full, because it must have been hard to run away under those conditions.

Streak Day 11

I have found a new running partner in the building! - that should make it easier to stay motivated- we did a run in 4 degree weather yesterday (4 degrees with wind chill). Did my first computrainer session at Ride Brooklyn yesterday- they are as tough as I had remembered- got beat at the end by a fit-looking Eric Ragot. Glo did her first one and found out how tough they can be- but I think she is psyched for her next one.

Streak Day 9

Well no significant problems with keeping up the streak so far, thank god that I have decided that treadmill miles count, as its been a bit chilly.

Streak Day 3

Day 3 of streak- so far so good. My fitness is basically starting from zero. I basically haven't run since the Westchester tri in Sept. Anyway, the streak is making me feel excited about getting in shape again. I have the advantage of having a gym/treadmill in my building, which is going to make things easier for me when its freezing out.

End-Of-Season

I guess if there is any time to pick as the end of the racing season, it is New Years. Since I last posted, I did several cyclocross races with middling results, but had a great time. The most memorable was the Mercer Cup for a huge mudfest,
and Staten Island Cyclocross (SICX) for Gloria's broken ribs. The attached album has her commentary on what was her first bike race ever. She has now largely recovered, but still can't run comfortably. Prior to the cross season- I broke my beloved steel Ritchey 'Cross frame in a bike-on-cab accident. The only significant injuries were to my bike, fortunately (I suppose). Thus I purchased a replacement in an awesome new Gin and Trombones
from the bros at Van Dessel. I love this bike, I think it is one of the best I have ever owned. Since these races, I haven't been training much (to Coach Cane's dismay) due to family and work obligations. To build motivation, I have been looking at races to set as goals, and I think I will try to start a mile-a-day-run streak inspired by Killer's 2009 streak. Did my first run today after the Polar Bear Dip.

Westchester Tri 2009

Glo and I did the Westchester Tri on 9/27/09 in the middle of a drenching rain. I felt good, but the swim seemed extra long, and I think there were a high number of people who cut the swim course looking at the swim times. Once I got out of the water my new tubulars felt great and solid in the ice-slick course and nobody passed me on the bike. Much to my surprise nobody passed me on the run either and I ended up with my first top ten at this event (barely- I was tenth overall- maybe people were scared by the rain), but my first AG victory here, good to finally top the podium and win my 3rd Alcatraz slot. Unfortunately I don't think I will go to Alcatraz again this year, but its nice to qualify. Gave a little hop over the finish line to celebrate the end of my tri season. Glo was 7th in her AG after taking the bike course extra carefully due to the rain.

Central Park Triathlon 2009

Forgot to post one this one- this race was actually back in August. This year we changed up the podium a bit-- but the same top three as last year- I dropped to third on a poor run (a bit of stomach cramps) and Duncan moved into 2nd overall and Tim Oakes won it. Happy to share the podium with these guys, I was glad I could hang onto 3rd. Glo got 5th overall woman and got 2nd in her age group! Sweet.