Training Log Archive: 'Bent

Warm up and cool down for Peak 2 Peak

Yes, the time's right. I did this with 3PinJim, my upcoming partner for the Rogaine. We decided to treat it like a training session, and talk through things. We also stopped when someone else showed up and let them go so we wouldn't do any following. We actually messed up 1-2 with a huge parallel error, but stopped and thought it through until we relocated. (27 minutes from start to 2!) Speedy orienteers passing us were a clue to the right direction, but we tried not to use that and took our time to figure things out. After 2 we had a pretty good run.
We seem to run the same speed, which is good, and navigate about the same, which is not so good. 3Pin and I definitely found it enjoyable and not frustrating in the least.

C • P2P 2

Another leisurely trot to work at T-dog's pace.
Oh well, I'll get some more training in at the P2P tomorrow.

Jog home, with many stops for dog angels in the soft snow.

Hill training- With the GRR coming up, I'd better get some scrambling practice on steep terrain. last year I did hill training on gentle but sustained slopes and my legs were killing me after the GRR, mainly from the steep downhill running.
Kept these down to zone 4- I have a feeling it's better for me.

C • Zone 4 2

Workout 3

I took the studded-tire equiped 'bent out on the trails. Parts were OK, others were hike-a-bike through crusty snow.
The studs worked well on the ice, better than my biking shoes did.

Jog to work at T-dog's pace. Icebugs are still mandatory equipment, but my old pair's just about shot.

Time to get back on the 'Bent (Recumbent), so I put it on the trainer.

Trot home with both dogs. T-dog sets a lower pace, but is getting over a shoulder injury.

Ugh, intervals on a trainer are a pain!
Can't wait to ride on dry ground, or at least snow-free trails.
Still, the 'Bent's a lot more comfy than riding Bash's upright on the trainer, as I did in prep for the last winter race.

Did the full Hard Core Conditioning DVD.
It's getting a little easier, finally.
I was in Toronto to give a lecture, which got cancelled, but I visited friends and family. Wish I had brought my bike- none of the Caledon ice there!

Run from Palgrave to Bolton via Bruce Trail and HVHT with Bash, Bulletdog, The Bakes, LeAnimal and Phatty.
Very good day for icebugs! Nice to have buddies to do a long run with. Bash made noises about being unable to run that far, having to turn back etc, but ran the whole thing handily.