All by myself

5.45am porridge, 7am poolside.  I really hope this is the last time I have to report this.  It will only be beaten by race day which will read 4.15am porridge, 5am start area, 7.55am swim.
Tollcross was deserted today, most sensible people choosing to stay in bed - that will be me next week!!!!  Still training session to be done so I just got on with it keeping the focus on my technique and pace.  This is my last pool swim and when I get to Copenhagen I will have a couple of short swims in the Laguna in Amager Stranpark which will get me used to the sea water. 
Sports massage with Grant this afternoon so you will probably hear the screams.  Need to make sure my legs are ready for the challenge ahead.

Taking it easy - almost!

Sunday morning and I am on the turbo for 30 mins followed by a run.  The intensity and length of the training has reduced and I enjoyed the run.  Had to take my bike back for some minor adjustments to the gears following its service last week.  I also practiced changing my tyre in case of an emergency - I will be carrying 2 inner tubes with me on the day.  I am now down to 10 minutes which is a miracle as first time it was 40 minutes!  At 10.30pm my new training schedule came through and normally Monday is my day off - not this week Steve has kindly given me Wednesday off when I am flying out to Copenhagen.  So Monday will be in the pool at 7am - off to bed.

Get down shep!

Saturday morning brought back memories of Blue Peter and the constant cry of get down Shep.  Why is it that dogs like to chase me on the bike?  This sheep dog decided to "round me up" until a whistle from its owner brought it under control.  Next hazard to negotiate was the 20 metres of cow sh1t spread across the road, 2 inches deep.  It's like ice and you have to keep the wheels straight and your mouth shut!  My rural fragrance was picked up as soon as I arrived home and the bike required a hose down.
I spoke to my coach Steve who talked me through the prep for the race, my training plan this week and my race strategy (survive!).  I would have reported back earlier but we have no broadband at home and BT are less than useless when it comes to back up at the weekend.