Wow, Ironman was the ultimate motivator I think. No matter the day or the weather, I did all I could to not miss a workout. I wish I had the same drive now. It's an internal struggle with me now. Part of me was so used to the training schedule I had, it feels odd to not do it. The other part of me says I don't need to do it as I am not training for an Ironman. Whatever the case, I have put on about 6 or 7 lbs from the morning of the Ironman, and I can feel it. My body is in some sort of rebellion also, as my lower back and my neck have really been bothering me. I am sure part of that, if not all, is missing Zogisle and the back adjustments at the chiro. I ran 6 miles last night, and even though I had an 8:29 pace over the trails, it didn't feel comfortable to me. Sunday afternoon I rode Reach 11 for the first time EVER. I wanted to scout it out for Dana, and my friend Michael Hooper was up for a ride after the Cardinals game, so I rode up to meet him and we did all three sections of the area, putting almost 24 miles on the mountain bike. 

    The first drawing for the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon was last Friday, and I didn't get drawn. I have one more chance on Jan. 25th. Right now I don't feel able to compete in any type of race. The McDowell Mountain Frenzy is in 4 1/2 weeks, and I hope to be ready for that, but I must be hedging my bet as I have yet to sign up for it. Maybe I need that cattle prod......

    Weights at JR's today. Rumor is he wants everyone to burn 1,500 calories today. I need that.

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