I didn't take a photo, but we got the most appropriate gift from some dear friends up in Rhode Island. They sent us a baby swim suit, baby running shoes, and a baby sweat suit. All we need to do is provide the tricycle and Riley is ready for her first triathlon! The question is, what about mom? It's April, and I'm starting to think about what's do-able in terms of tris this year. I know of at least one superstar new mommy who will be doing a half iron this fall, and that has me thinking. Can I do that, or should I stick with more modest goals of getting in an Olympic or two before the season is out? What about throwing in a half marathon or two? I'm thinking that any century rides are out...Riley will be too small for a trailer, and that's probably too long to spend away from her on a weekend day, considering that I'll be back at work by June.
Trying to be supportive of Stuart's quest for IM USA this July, considering that I'm the one that signed him up. But I honestly have to admit that I'm now kind of wanting him to pull out. I knew I could handle the long weekend training days, but I hadn't factored in the toll of 2hr workouts after work during the week. He gets home and wants to bike and run....I want to hand off a semi-cranky Riley for a little bit of non-mommy "me" time. We're continuing this discussion. I hate the idea of being unsupportive, but do feel it's the right decision for our family, and just need to convince him of that!The days are lengthening and warming up. And, as hoped, Riley is learning to love her stroller and the adventures it brings...
3 comments:
Once you start training again, you body will tell what races it can handle
You deserve "non-mommy me time," so take it! I'm sure there's a way you and Stuart can work out your schedules so you can BOTH be physically and mentally healthy!
(Cute pic, btw!)
Just follow what feels right for you and don't get too caught up in what other moms or bloggers are doing. After each of my kids was born, it was sprints and olys only for the first couple of years. After all, there are many many years to do HIM and IM but only a couple when the babes are so little and adorable. Trust me, my first "baby" just got taller than me!!! It goes by all too fast.
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