Training and Travel

It's been some good hard training lately. Some good hill run intervals, bike intervals, weights, a moderate 5 hour ride with a great transition run. Today was a strong 2.5 hour run building as I went, some errands, an easy bike on the trainer and a well earned massage. I continue tomorrow with some biking in the hills and Tuesday will be a hard interval run. Then on Wednesday the great trip of '07 begins!
The ride yesterday was the tale of 2 rides. Jon and I started from Chatfield Res where I did a steady 30 minute swim. We went out HWY 105, which is dead South and goes for about 25 miles with no turns, lights or stop signs. It slowly stair steps up from about 5500 ft to around 7200 ft. It's not bad, and normally I can big ring it and stay aero. But on Saturday we had a nasty headwind. For the first 10 miles it was OK, then it was a little ring grind. Mentally it was as hard as it was physically. The ride bike was worth it though! Jon hit 48 MPH! It was a solid century for me at just over 20 MPH and around 180 watts. The run was awesome! Steady zone 1-2 and my pace was around 6 45/mile. It felt smooth and great. It's very encouraging to have that kind of long steady day after some hard interval work.
I am excited to get going with the trip. It's been a long time planning and I am ready to get moving! 6 weeks is a long time to be away, and it's hard to pack for, but I am sure it will be a great time. The only worry right now is the passport! I have been reassured that it will be on time, but cross your fingers for me.
Have a great Memorial Day!

AJ