Organizing

The first step in completing a triathlon is to be, or become, an organized person. Jan typically runs Wednesday morning and swims at night, sandwiching work in-between. Tuesday night she needs to lay out clothes for the morning run in another room (don't wake the sleeping bear). The swimsuit, sandals, towel, cap, goggles have to be found, cleaned, placed in a bag for the pool. The alarm clock needs to be set. The next morning, after running, showering and dressing, Jan takes food for lunch. She doesn't really make a lunch, just bags up carrots, celery, takes water, a granola bar and some yogurt. A glass of juice and cup of coffee seems good enough for her breakfast.
Jan then works 9-10 hours, comes home in a rush, grabs the swimming bag, puts her contacts on while I'm driving (if I'm thrashing in the pool that night), and off we go. After swimming we grab a Subway sub or have a quick microwaveable meal (it's now about 8:30pm). Eat, get ready for bed, and prepare for Thursday morning and a bike ride. Different gear, same basic procedure.

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  1. Mike W.May 3, 2007 at 4:53 AM

    Hi Mike. What was decided for this Sunday. I figure you and I can drive together to Pittsford if you are not planning on biking. We can get an easy run in waiting for the tri folk.

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  2. louMay 3, 2007 at 8:17 AM

    Jan, you are my hero. You go girl!!

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  3. Mike W.May 4, 2007 at 5:05 AM

    I too am the husband of a triathlete. Never underestimate the value of a good athletic supporter.

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