Shattered

Today was my first 5.30 am rise to go swimming in at least 3 weeks. The pool was empty as Ironmen take their well earned rest. I was joined by another triathlete who needed some help with his swimming and this suited me so we just did some drills. I wasn't wanting to put my shoulder under too much pressure and even with this easy session I could feel a slight amount of discomfort.
It turns out Gareth, who will be doing Lanza Ironman with me, was in another lane but by the look on his face he's back in the pool too soon - more rest required. I was going to run tonight as it was a light session this morning but I feel shattered and rest is the order of the day so I avoid further injury and be fit for training tomorrow. Must listen to our body is fundamental to making it to the start line fit to compete.