SimonvanDuivenvoorde

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Every month I reflect on the activities of the past month to see what I’ve done and to track progress. Today it’s time for: July.

July was a great month. Was able to put in a ton of training; focussing on swimming and running while maintaining my current bike form (and trying to get used to my new bike).

I worked out 17 days in June (of the available 31) so that’s almost 55%. This will and must go up in the upcoming periods during heavy training months. But for now I’m happy.

The results

Swimming
Yeah, training is starting to pay off! Still no pro, but able to do 2,5km within a hour which was a big milestone for me. Was on schedule to do 20km this month, but a ugly ear infection is ruining my progress.

Cycling
Getting used to the new bike and happy about the progress. Strong rides followed by hard runs still is a bit of concern.

Running
Satisfied with the 2nd part of the month (40km). Learning that I got to increase my total milage not to sudden but . Had to battle shin and calves soreness during high intensity weeks.

Body statistics

Lenght: 1,95
Weight: 96,3 kg (-1,7 kg)
BMI: 25,3 (-0,6)
Heartbeat*: 53 BPM (-)
*measured after 2 minutes of complete rest during a 1 minute time span.

Looking forward

As said before; right now I’m dealing with a serious ear infection which is maybe standing in the way of my first tri (this is tomorrow). That sucks big time but I have another coming two week from now (21th of August), so maybe it’s wise to get healthy first and to let this one pas. It’s a though decision and very demotivating. Fucking ear. Really looked forward to it.

Goals for August
- Swim 12km / Bike 200km / Run 70km
Taking it easy because of the races and the low intensity week before them.

- Complete first triathlon, olympic distance (1,5 / 40km / 10km) within 3 hours.

That’s it. So keep living hard and enjoy!