A tad warmer

Ahhh, much better yesterday. After I got off from work I went home and with wetsuit donned, I jumped into the pool again. It was still a bit brisk, the water that is, and the air was about 58°F with about a 20mph breeze. But after a minute, I was actually comfortable in the water. Now I did get several odd looks from people as the came to get there mail at the clubhouse. I know that I’m crazy, but it’s good to have the affirmation now and then. The swim itself was good...hard, but good. I swam 800 meters which was plenty for now. I did time myself for a few laps and I was swimming a sub 2 min per 100 meter pace which I think is ok. After 800 meters I was getting sore and tired. Today is warmer out and hoping that it will translate to warmer water. This morning I got up and went and ran on the treadmill for 4 miles at a modest 8 min/mile pace. Shins are still tender and I’m really just going to concentrate on swimming for now and maintain my running and cycling.

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