I seem to be back to a lot of biking and running with a bit of swimming thrown in. One day this past week I managed to do all 3 although not close together with the swim. I had an afternoon appointment so I got a ride and a run in on the bike path. Bliss.
I had a good ride close to home. It was fine. Then I had a short run at home. Not so good. 6 became 4.
Then Saturday came and an 8 mile run turned into a 7 mile run where I had to walk up every hill and I was dragging. (I never don't run what I planned. Well, I guess I do but it is unusual and new.) I got home and plopped on the couch. I have changed my eating and I am still trying to figure it all out. I have to think it played into my low energy but I'm not giving up yet. I talked to my mentor (Jameson) and emailed Super Kate for some ideas. I am trying to do Paleo although not quite 100%. (but very close) I have to say I feel better than I have GIwise and some problems I had have gone away. I am losing weight and feeling full. But I need to work on more water, more calcium and ???? Suggestions welcome. I could use meal suggestions too. I am cooking up a storm but don't have a ton of ideas. Sweet potatoes are my friend for sure.
Today I did a 52 mile bike ride with no problems. I didn't go fast but that wasn't the plan. I did hills fine and didn't notice any missing energy. It was a gorgeous gorgeous day here in the 802! I took lots of time for pictures and relaxing.
Then Jameson came home to help me celebrate Mother's Day. Of course, Jaxon too! So it was a good one, just missing my girl.
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Wow - a 52 mile bike ride! I'm a fan of sweet potatoes, too!
You sure are busy - what summer races are you doing? I could never do palio - love my bagels, pastries and ice cream too much. I do like sweet potatoes. Also I am not a fan of cooking.
So you are heading in the Paleo direction??? Please keep us updated as to how that continues! I am trying to eliminate sugar - by way of sweets (me loves me some chocolate!) and excess carbs. Really trying to focus on fresh as much as possible. And sweet potatoes have been a huge hit! Love them with a *little* butter and cinnamon. :-)
I have no suggestions for Paleo. I decided a while ago I am not going to eliminate any food from my meals just eat less of some foods. At the moment WW is working for me.
You had a couple of good workouts behind you, remember not all run/bike rides can be good.
I'm glad you had the good bike ride with no energy issues. Some weeks I find myself battling for energy and then the next week I am fine again.I usually do my runs slower until energy returns but I don't change my training plans. Eating...now there I am really bad. I eat and drink whatever I crave and I am not very disciplined in this department. Take care!
Congrats for your 30th half!
52 mile bike ride, a gorgeous day and many pictures: this is the best way to enjoy our outdoor activities.
I got Paleo for Athletes book years ago but I still struggle with dead runs when I'm doing well on a Paleo diet.
What a great bike ride!
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