Getting ready for my big event.

[Mark Wagner]

Congratulations Bill! It is an amazing goal and accomplishment. I am in awe of anyone who can tackle the Ironman. Your an inspiration to all. Keep at it. Just remember, one day at a time.

Mark

 

[BillCobit]

If biking is your weakest link, train on biking. My friend (who won is age group) felt he had underestimated the difficulty of the hills. Good Luck!

My big unknown -- can I do two loops on this monster within the allotted time?

I have followed your advice, PJ, & trained on the bike as well as a flat-lander w/ a weak engine can. Last week and this week I have done very little exercise, consistent with the prep plan. I know I need to rest up, but it's hard to just lay around. The reality of the situation is that by now I'm either ready or I'm not, and I'm not sure which one I am!!

I'm a little "fatter" than I planned to be for the race (175# at 6'2" - it's all relative), and I'm hoping that a few extra(?) pounds don't hurt my climbing too badly.

Best of luck to your friend, PJ - he is truly a world-class age-group athlete. I will introduce myself if I encounter him in LP.