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Taper Week Activities Take 2

Photo courtesy of www.triseries.ca/vancouver


After my epic ride in Penticton on Sunday and my run along the Channel Parkway on Sunday, this week was time to taper again.

Sunday will be my 3rd Half Ironman at the Vancouver International Triathlon

Basically, I have repeated my Victoria Half Iron taper week activities. Now that I know that the formula works, I don't want to jinx it and deviate from the plan.
Prediction for my race time...slower than my Victoria Half Iron but only because the bike is 4kms longer (91kms vs 87kms). Area of focus will be T1 and getting out of my wetsuit early and faster than in Victoria. Free time to use.

My overall time goal would be to finish at or under 6 hours. I think I can do it.

Happy training!

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sneakersister said…
Good luck Erin!! You can do it.
July 10, 2009 at 3:46 AM
BEADLE said…
Good Luck Erin ! I can't believe you're already doing another one ! Way to go !

your,
Bro
July 10, 2009 at 8:54 AM
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