Time to get serious

12-17-16

Today will be at least two types of exercises, but I'm waiting for a friend to wake up and tell me if she wants to run with me. I really need to bike outside and since it's a relatively nice day, that wouldn't be a terrible thing. Hopefully I can transition straight from the biking to running with her out on the trails. It will be a relatively short run, maybe 4 miles?, post biking.

The Fort Worth Running Company is holding a race specific training group/plan for the Tri Fort Worth!! I'm pumped about that! Here's a copy of what the website says:

The herd takes on the 70.3 as we introduce our first ever Half Ironman training program. For those of you who have already successfully participated in a triathlon or haven’t and are motivated to challenge yourself, we encourage you to sign up for our exciting program. Our triathlon certified instructors will coach and motivate you every step of the way and also make sure you enjoy your journey! This training program prepares participants to race in the Tri Fort Worth Half Ironman on May 21, 2017.
Program Includes:
-Weekly detailed schedule
-Group Workouts: track, boot camp, long Saturday runs, bike rides, open water swimming, coached pool swims
-Seminars: Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Gear and Proper Running Form, Proper Bike Form and Maintenance, Proper Swim Form
-Additional tips from experienced triathletes on how to conquer a 70.3
-Fluid support on longs runs
-Refreshments after long runs
-10% off store merchandise
-FREE training shirt"
http://fwrunco.com/event/half-ironman-training-program-tri-fort-worth-half-ironman/

Clearly, this is exactly what I need. I love the idea of having other locals who will be in the race to train with! I'm also excited about the schedule and the seminars they offer!The drawback is the price $360. *EEEK*, but when I calculate it out, that's $17 a week.

Which essentially, is nothing for all the support I'd get. Now I just need to find a way to make $360!! Hah!

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