First of all Happy Labor Day. I know for most working folks today is a day off, a long weekend. Not me. I usually always have Mondays off so this feels like nothing special. except the kids are home from school and my husband doesn't go to work, so I have to clean up after them and make lunch. Since I really only have to work one day this week I guess that is okay.
Why do I only have to work one day you ask? I am leaving for Colorado with Team Beef Montana to run a Ragnar Relay! YAY!
I am going to start thinking about packing for Ragnar Colorado today and make sure what I want to bring with me is clean.
I have no delusions about kicking butt on my relay legs in light of
- right quad still not at 100%
- altitude
- not really trained for speed right now
I do feel confident that I can get them cranked out at a decent pace.
I am legs 10, 22, 34 rated very hard, moderate, and very hard.
Leg 10. Mostly downhill. 7 miles
Leg 22. Mostly downhill. 4.6 miles
Leg 34. Mostly uphill. 10.4 miles. This leg scares me a little.
My plan is to try not to run too fast on the first two legs so I still have something left in the tank for the last crazy leg.
I also am not planning anymore hard workouts between now and then. I did a killer kettlebell workout Friday and am still pretty sore from that as I sit here typing this.
What do you consider relay essentials when packing for a relay?
Good luck and have fun!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great time! Try to grab a little sleep when you can and enjoy the mountains--you'll do great!
ReplyDeleteGood luck and I hope you have a blast!
ReplyDeleteYeah, those kettlebell squat thrusts really work some different muscles don't they? I just finished a kettlebell workout myself.
ReplyDeleteHope you really enjoy your Ragnar experience!
Wipes
ReplyDeleteSpare running shoes in case first pair get wet.
Small bottle of mouth wash.... :)
That third leg scares me too
Ooh.. that third leg looks like the short straw! I know you'll cope just fine though - can't wait to hear all about it!
ReplyDeleteWipes are a good idea, and don't forget your chapstick!
Have a great time!
ReplyDeleteI've never done a relay...I don't think I could handle the van portion. I have issues.
ReplyDeleteHave fun!!
I have no doubt that you'll be able to crank out some speedy miles either.
ReplyDeleteI've never done a relay so the only advice I could offer is - have a good time!
Good luck! Be careful on the downhill, that killed my quads on my last half. Have fun though. I've never done a Ragnar, but it sounds pretty sweet.
ReplyDeleteFritos & licorice...for some reason are like mana from heaven during Ragnar for me!
ReplyDeleteHave fun!! I think the final leg would scare me a bit too, but you will conquer that hill.
ReplyDeleteHey! Let me know if you think you'll have any free time!:) If not, good luck and have so much fun!
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