It was a nice ride with Ryan today, a guy I've come to know since late last year. I'd have to say, that he's definitely someone I look up to. A figure person in my life, and he's accomplished so much and come back from a nasty plaguing injury. He also has one of the most down to earth families I've ever met. A group of kids that are as fun and mature as any I've ever met. They are to me, good people and since the first time I have met them have made me feel like a member of the family.
I don't mean to take away from the tone of the blog but, I've been doing along of searching through my life lately. What do I want? What do I miss? Where is my future going? Who do I want to be? It's hard to be in a moment and recognize the potential of that moment (woah, I know). That said, I'm still figuring out where I want this life to take me, I only have one to live, so I better start living.
A few things that I do know are that I want to keep moving, running, biking, swimming, playing, stretching and being. I know that I love food, and to cook and to share. If there is one thing I love to do it's to share my passions and my love for exercise, food, and hospitality. Maybe there's something to that. Who knows?
Workouts
I'm not going to flood the blog this time around. I will however just give a synopsis and highlight my favorite workout of the week, and share my high points. This week was definitely supposed to be the cool down week after last weeks extended tempos and hard long runs.
Tuesday was insane and with the heat and weather we've had, I swapped Tuesday with Thursday and did my speed work then. I also rode 45 miles with a new friend. Val is a cool lady who's studying dietetics, and has a very cool life to share over the miles.
Highlight: Thursday's Speed
I was pretty exhausted from the Wednesday's 13.5hr work day, I followed that up with helping a friend move for 4 hours, and made it out of bed with less then 5 hours of sleep. I was sure this could only end in pain and diminished results. I was able to put the workout together. The goal was 10x1k at 3:50 or better. Turns out I felt a little better and I tried shooting for low 5:40's I had 2 bad one's and I averages around 5:40 for the good 8.
Highlight #2: Saturday Long Run
I woke up stepped outside and it was like walking into a cloud, and it felt like breathing through a paper bag. I only imagined how well this would go. The last few runs that have been like this have been very crappy, and I've had fueling issues.
This run was better, I saved the suck for the end. The intended work out was to do 20 miles with the last 6 at pace. I managed the last 4.5 slightly better then expected, especially considering the temperatures. I headed out the door at 5:30 and ran the 4 miles to the library and met up with Seelye and Gooch. It was good to catch the group and run at a comfortable pace, and to have company. I forgot how much I missed running with a group, maybe I'll do it more often. :)
It was nice to catch up with these guys, I really appreciated the company and comradery, it was nice to share a laugh, and have some time to relax and let loose! Thanks guys!
Tonight's song is one that reminded me of the ride today. The wind chimes and the "I'll follow the sun" type of feel. I feel like I'm missing my home, my comfort and my rock. It's not meant to be sappy or sad. It's meant to describe the moment and how music is parallel to my feelings.
Until next time!
Next week I'll be riding a 100 mile ride in Metamora, IL. I'll share the race report and hopefully share some photos!
