Resurrection

 Lakesman - Done Swim - 1:09:29 Bike - 6:21:33 Run - 4:09:38 Finish 11:56:27 Great, great race.  Wish I could do it again next year but its on same day as The Wall.  Friendly marshals, testing course and finish line was awesome.  Passed the finish stretch 10 times on the run and support was fantastic. First thing in the morning it was cold, windy and a bit miserable.  I must admit walking to the swim start I was a bit down and apprehensive.  Its four years since I've done one of these and I was definitely filled with self doubt.  Didn't have time to dwell though as I paddled my way to the deep water start. Swim - two laps of the island and I felt strong throughout.  Few good drafts and I was pleased with the time. Bike - onto to the bike and I opted for my merino jacket as it was windy and cold.  The A66 bit was into a head wind and slower than I expected.  Once we reached Cockermouth then the climbs started.  Ground up these as bes...

 Heading up to Keswick tomorrow. All going so well and then.... injured. Strained my hip and left glute.  No idea how I'm going to run a marathon.  Sods law strikes again.

Okay I’m ready. 2 weeks until race day. Had a bout of Covid but it was short and sweet. Swimming is on point. Biking - 6 century rides done and although not as quick as 4-5 years ago I’m feeling strong. Running is okay.  An pain has subsided. Top end isn’t there but it should be enough. Predicting 12:30 ish