Hellllo Hellllllo

Sorry girls! I've been MIA lately. I started writing a post the other day and I thought it saved it...but it didn't, so I'm gonna rewrite it :)

Jill....excellent idea. When do you want the due date to be?? I'm going to be gone the next week and a half....so I may need a little extra time.

Things are going well here. Luckily, Robbie is training for a half Ironman so I have a little help with training, however, I do it mostly on my own. So, I feel ya Jill!

Also, thank you so much for all the information! Very helpful :) I also got some tidbits of info that I would also like to share with you...but it's not nearly as in depth as your Jill :) That was pretty close to another Germany email :)

So....what I found out:

1. Find a yummy recovery drink that you like. It was suggested by Andrew (Kimmy's bf/profession triathlete/will be joining you all in KY) to find one of these drinks and have it either is your transition stations during the actual race or as one of your water bottles on your bike. He said that way it's kind of like a yummy treat during the race that you look forward to AND it's high in calories and a good replenishing drink.

2. Advice from my dad (he's done four of these dang things) don't drink TOO much water. You don't want to dilute your body too much lowering your salt to water ratio. The salt tablets are important. Drink when your thirsty, and don't force yourself to drink when you are not.

3. When on the trainer or doing a long bike, practice one legged bike strokes. All this means is petal like 25 (or 50 or whatever) strong on your right, while the left leg just kind of goes along with it, then switch. This will give your legs a rest...but you'll still be moving along.

4. Like Jill said, practice your nutrition habits on the bike/run. Andrew suggested cliff nuggets or whatever works for you.

Hmm...I think he said more things, but I forget. I'll post as I remember.

Miss you all :) And I'll start working on my picture!!!