Did my first Tri Race of the season, Spin Off Spadina at Pike Lake, Saskatchewan. Two days before the race I developed a chest cold which set me back. Needless to say the race was tough. I was initially disapointed with the results but after looking things over there were a lot of positives.

The swim was a double loop, I struggled a bit for the first (had not done any open water practice) but came on strong for the the second. Probably the best swim I've had. High turnover, high elbows and hands pulling out front. It felt great. Finished alternating breathing on one side to get more air and power. Thank you Chris for all the pointers.

The bike was about 90%, a good first half but I faded on the second. The positive was I passed a lot of riders into the wind; the winter training to power is paying off. With the cold I figured I'd get some more on the run but that proved a bit presumptious.

The run while steady was not near what I can do. I sprinted the last 1.5k which is along with never looking back is something I've learned over time. My first thoughts were it sucked but after looking at the times I fared not too bad.

All in all this was a great prep race. Mentally, I set myself up for a weak performance, I was not in a race zone from the beginning, letting the cold be my excuse. Its cool, I came away with some experience and am not all beat up.

The great plus, my grandson, Konnor raced in the youth portion. He struggled but made some great connections and appeared to really enjoy himself. I didn't get into sports until my early 50s. Make sure your kids do, it is soooo good for them.

Today I took the day off and slept for 16 hours. The rest should do me well. Laughing, no one said this gig was easy :-).

Jonno

Besides my Triathlon coaching I am involved in a Business/Life coaching program. I find that between the two they keep on track. When I do as I'm told things work out pretty well.

Part of my BC concept is staying out of the GAP, the gap being the difference between focusing on the positive or the negative. Every day I used to sit down and write down what was was positive for me that day. At the end of the week this was reviewed and no matter how bad things were you would find progress. Most people focus on the negative and what they didn't get done. "I missed my swim class, I was tired today. Work is getting in the way" Forget that stuff, it will always be there, that's life. Think, I trained so hard yesterday my muscles are tired. What a great training day. It works, try it.

This week is a taper and preparation for an Olympic Race. I am so ready. I am racing with my Grandson; again, how cool is that. My Assistant has been away for minor surgery and starts back today. Whoo, Hoo; now I can get re-organized. I had it out with an office employee due to a lacsadial attitude. Its about time I spoke my mind.

One sad point is my Spouse's Mother, Betty had kidney failure and will be passing on shortly. The positive is; they have over the years become a broken family and this is allowing everyone to re-discover each other. Everything in life has a purpose. If Betty could speak to them this is what she would want.

Have a GREAT week everyone, don't let life pass you by.