Let the Games Begin

Some time ago, possibly a couple months, I got it in my head I was going to complete a triathlon. I thought "If now, when?" I've always wanted to run a marathon but for my body type I think a triathlon is a more plausible goal.

So I've done some training so far. I knew I could run and bike but swimming definitely didn't come naturally to me. I can comfortably bike about 10 miles and can comfortably run about five steps. My body never wants to run but during an average workout I can do about 2-3 miles. But swimming is a bit of a demon. How are you supposed to breathe with your face in the water?!? My wife is an outstanding swimmer. I employed her help in swim training with me and this week I'm proud to announce that I swam my first 750 yds straight (without stopping to catch my breath). This is the length of the swim portion of my triathlon! I felt accomplished but after doing some research in what's involved in a triathlon today I realized I have a LOT more work to do before I'm prepared.

Since I don't know what the typical layout of each post will be or how often they will be (once a week maybe?) I'll just wing it with this one.

Current weight:

• 246 lbs

Good things I did last week:

• Swam 750 yds straight

          Ok I didn't really workout much else. I need to come up with a plan/schedule.

Future goals / things to work on this week:

• Run a 5k