New Year Resolutions Once Again

Getting into the swing of things

Has anyone else broken their New Year resolutions yet?  Well I have! I think I broke my "eat less chocolate" and "drink less wine" by the 2nd of January!  My intention of keeping this blog updated weekly to document my training progress for my first (and last) Ironman triathlon in June has only just begun and it's nearly 2 months into 2016!

The good news for me is that although my blog has been non-existent, my training certainly has begun (along with my best pal Jen who has embarked on this challenge with me).  We've been busy running, cycling, swimming and cross training every day despite the gale force storms and other obstacles put in our way.  I run in whatever weather but cycling and open water swimming is always another story....... but I have utilised the turbo trainer/spin bike and been in the pool at least 4 times a week so I've not ignored my weakest disciplines completely over winter.  Yes, this increase in mileage has made me tired, hungry and strained at times but not really any more than normal and so far it's been quite enjoyable so I can't really blame it for my insatiable appetite.  Nevertheless, I know the next few months are going to be critical.......... more cycling, more swimming and actually maybe a little less running and eating.

On a gorgeous wintery day, the girls and I went to Portavadie for some triathlon training

Jen on the run 

So.... back to my other new resolutions.  I know I need to work on less chocolate and less wine.    I generally eat pretty well and balanced most of the time but I have a greedy side.  That comes out with vengeance come the weekend, particularly after a long run or a brick session. After a race I think it's important that I consume my body weight in cakes.  I could easily eat a whole box of Lindt chocolates in one sitting.  Possibly even after a 3 course meal!  Not ideal nutritional fuel for providing my body with the sustenance it requires!!  So although I still have some Christmas chocolates and birthday treats leftover, I am going to try to attempt to discipline myself to cut back on my sugary treats and stop the gluttonous monster within me from appearing all too often and ruin the hard work I've put in during training in the week.  I'll report back on my lack of progress next week, wish me luck!

After our triathlon training we of course treated ourselves to some cocktails and grub at Portavadie Marina.  I only had 1 - honest!