I've got everything mostly packed for the race. A few quick things to grab from the store. I dropped my bike off for a tune up yesterday, and I'll pick it up shortly.
I realized that while I have almost all of my tri stuff packed, I actually need to pack non-race clothes too. So I'll probably do some laundry tonight.
Swam yesterday, and then played mad scientist with my bathtub and a meat thermometer for some heat training. Because I totally should be heat training for a race in October. GRRRRRR.
I think the anticipation is way worse that the race can ever be. JUST BE SUNDAY ALREADY, DAMMIT.
I can't wait to read the updates for y'all on Sunday, AND to read the recaps on Monday morning (right? )! I've been more of a lurker than a participant on this board recently, but I've been following The Iron Diaries posts and am excited that it's finally go time!
Go time indeed! I can not imagine the jumble of feelings and anticipation. It's palpable over an app on my phone, so in person I think the air would actually be sparking.
Post by mysticmuffin on Oct 11, 2017 7:40:29 GMT -5
Sounds like Dream Cupcake is right on schedule over there, @vtcupcake.
I've been more of a lurker muffin for the past few months, but I've too been following the Iron Diaries closely. I'm so excited for the 3 of you and in total awe of everything you've accomplished in training. <3
I had a dream last night that I forgot ALL my nutrition in the hotel room and couldn’t get back except to have to swim the course first. The water was shallow enough that I waded through but the first waves were going off and I wasn’t going to make it back for my wave in time.
I proclaimed that shit nonsense, woke up, and fell back asleep
Last night I dreamed about different Game of Thrones characters having sex with each other.
I had a dream last night that I forgot ALL my nutrition in the hotel room and couldn’t get back except to have to swim the course first. The water was shallow enough that I waded through but the first waves were going off and I wasn’t going to make it back for my wave in time.
I proclaimed that shit nonsense, woke up, and fell back asleep
I know I'm officially tapering when my dreams get vivid & absolutely insane.
Enjoy your final few days, ladies. It's almost time!!
IT'S HAPPENING!!!! I am BEYOND proud of you three and so excited for you. I will do my best to track/check in here, but regardless, I will be thinking of you all and sending so many good thoughts your way!!