And then taper again

Taper week leading into Grand Rapids 70.3/Athena Nationals. I love the Grand Rapids tri and the fact that it is the Athena/Clydesdale National Championship just makes it that much more awesome. For those who are unfamiliar, Athenas are female triathletes over 165 pounds and Clydesdales are male triathletes over 220 pounds. The national championship is an "open" championship, meaning you don't need to qualify in a prior race to compete. I raced the 70.3 (half Iron) distance of 1.2 miles, 56 miles, and 13.1 miles...but that will be in my race report.

Monday - 2,700 yard swim.

Tuesday - 5 mile moderate run just under 55 minutes, which used to be a super fast run for me. My heart rate averaged 152 and I was aiming for between 150 and 155, so this was great.

Wednesday - Global Running Day 3.61 miles at Runners Forum sponsored by 361 Degrees. Fun run and I participated in the runner storytelling for the Running on Indy podcast afterwards.

Thursday - 2,450 yard swim (Wednesday's swim) and 14.8 mile bike ride. Nothing challenging.

Friday - Quick swim ladder, 800 yards and out.

Saturday - quick bike check/shakeout before hearing to Grand Rapids. 8.4 miles easy riding.

Sunday - RACE DAY!!!

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