On the horizon

Only two of us showed up for tonight's Ladies' Ride.  Normally, that would be something of a bummer, but it led to a nice laid back ride with good conversation, so I can't complain.    There was a Tstorm watch out, but the weather stayed clear, if somewhat windy, for the duration of the ride.   

While we were pedaling along, talk came up of next year, and plans for next year's rides and runs and whatnot.   There was mention of trying to get a group together for the Wisconsin Triple Crown and I mentioned that Nana and I were thinking of doing a half-marathon in the Chicago area.   It's that time of year, I think, as the end of the season starts coming into sight, that we stop focusing on this year and start making big plans for next.

I have a number of big plans for next year.   As the blog title suggests, I am aiming to do at least one triathlon (maybe more, if I decide I like it), a few 5 or 10Ks,  a couple big rides, including (possibly) RAGBRAI.   It's an ambitious plan, but I think I have it in me.   I made a choice to focus on fitness instead of weight loss goals, and this is certainly part of it.

However, I will say, my reward for losing these next 12 or so pounds can't come soon enough....day spa, here I come!  

The workout:  26.6 miles / 15.6 mph avg