Race reflection

I use a 5 stage process to plan my goals and stick to it.  The 5th stage is essential and that is "Review", something we don't do enough of in life or business.  So although I am technically taking "September off" it doesn't mean I won't be thinking about what I've done and what needs to be done to achieve my goals.
If you are interested here is a link to the output from my Garmin computer  http://connect.garmin.com/activity/112031681 .  I had set a goal of 14 mph average speed and as you will see I beat this however this was partly down to getting into a fast group in the fist half of the race and also not knowing the course so under estimating my speed.  That isn't to detract from what was a gutsy performance that was mentally tough.
As I look towards Lanzarote in May next year I know that the bike section will be every bit as tough as Bealach Mor and possibly harder, however I will have a 2.4 mile swim before it, an extra 22 miles on the bike with a small matter of a marathon as a "warm down".  A bit of a challenge but based on my experience in the last 18 months I know that with the right plan, which will start in October, the right application of the plan and the right mental attitude the challenge is achievable.  So the plan will be built including a nutritional plan, core muscle exercises, yoga for stretching and strength, off road running and mountain biking in the worst of the winter weather, swimming, cycling and running.  There will also be a bike training camp in March in Lanzarote which will also include swimming in the sea as this is the open water swim in the event.  I hope you continue to follow my progress and thank you all for your support to date.