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I started this blog in 2010 when there were 11 weeks to go before my next Ironman triathlon. People have found it interesting (mainly my Mum!) so I continue to write.
The Ironman is a long distance triathlon; Swim 2.4miles, Cycle 112miles, Run 26.2 miles (marathon). I have competed in one every year since 2004. I hope this blog can help others see what is involved. I find the process of writing it makes me more accountable and motivates me to do the harder sessions when i'm not feeling like it!

Friday, 18 June 2010

Rest day

Most programs for a Sunday race have a rest day on the Friday and a gentle mobilisation day on the Saturday. I think the principle is to accumulate muscle glycogen on the Friday and then do enough on Saturday that you don't seize up but use very little of your hard earned carb stores.

So in an ideal world I would do a swim just rolling arms over a very slow 20km bike and a run that is only just up from walking. I will however be in the car driving down.

Trying to resist the temptation to try things out for the first time etc,
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