So, I stayed up until 2AM and somehow managed to be in the pool by 6:15AM. What's even more amazing -- to me at least -- is that I was able to push myself to get my full workout in even without Sherry and Geoffrey. A few of the other TNT athletes were there and we pushed ourselves despite the weather and the absence of our coaches. I've been using this great website to plan my workouts and the plan for today was 2,700 yards (about 1.5 miles) and I was determined to get it done. I was certain that the lifeguard was going to jump in and try to save me during that last lap or two. I was so tired I could barely stay afloat.
I have to say that completing a 1.5 mile swim on three hours sleep was rather empowering. I strutted into the locker room feeling pretty good about myself. In fact, for the first time EVER, when I got out of the shower I opted to only use a towel for the lower half of my body. This was a MAJOR step for me. I usually get dressed in a corner or a toilet stall avoiding all eye contact from the other women. Today, I was feeling quite self-confident. The pride train came to a screeching halt however when another woman came into the locker room and opted not to use a towel at all when she exited the shower. I gave her the quick "OK, you win" glance and sulked to the toilet stall to finish getting dressed for work.
Even though my 40-year old body is still a bit doughy in places that I'd prefer to see a bit fimer, I feel good about myself. I may joke, but this is tough stuff. It is now 8PM and I'm struggling to stay awake. I've got a 75 minute bike ride on the horizon for tomorrow which I'll likely do on my trainer. I guess I'd better get some rest.
If you'd like to see how the training is going, check out my training website: http://www.trainingpeaks.com/Stephanie Rauterkus
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