One week of Decompression

Today marks the one week anniversary since I became an Ironman.  Interesting this morning was the first day I felt the desire to do some type of exercise since the race.  Colleen went to Chicago with some of her girlfriends and I had the place to myself Friday through Sunday so I had plenty of time to myself. 

I am pretty sure I covered all the important guy-stuff this weekend while she was gone including, but not limited to:

1) Watching the entire Brewer Game on TV from the couch
2) Also watching the entire Badger game on TV from the couch.
3) Golfed 18 holes with my golf buddies and then had several post-round beers afterward at noon on Saturday.
4) Wings and more beer at Buffalo Wild Wings
5) A Kopps Burger and Custard for dinner Saturday evening.
6) Washed my bike, removed the race tires and replaced them with my old training.

And last but not least, this morning I actually got on the Mad One and did a nice hour-long bike ride outside.  This was my first ride since exactly a week and ironically my ride today began almost exactly when my 112 mile ride began last week.  A coincidence....perhaps?  The cooler fall air was nice and I had some time to reflect on how lucky I am to have the time, resources and health to engage in the triathlon lifestyle.  I don't mean to sound sappy, but I recognize most people will never get to experience the journey and thrill of becomming an Ironman.  I am very grateful that I was able to have that experience and the more I think about it, the more I realize what an undertaking it was and it is so clear that is was one of the greatest weekends of my life.

As I sit and enjoy my cup of joe while navigating around the Intrawebs, I thought it might be a good time to post some more pictures of my awesome weekend.  Enjoy....

  

2012 Ironman Wisconsin Race Report

I published my full race report today in BT and it can be found HERE.  This is a long read, so be prepared, but by all means please enjoy.

I AM AN IRONMAN!!

I did it peeps!  I finished Ironman Wisconsin and am quite excited about my accomplishment.  As a first timer, I feel like I completed the race in very respectable manner with a time of 13 hours, 21 minutes and some change.

There is sooooooooo much I want to say about this weekend & the race, but I really need to gather my thoughts before writing everything up.  I will definitely post more details, pictures and a race rerport as the week goes on.  It's been a wild and crazy journey, but the last 3 days have really been a whirlwind of fun and I am just starting to come down from the high that has lasted well over 24 hours. 

So be patient with me and continue to watch this blog for further details about everything....

Athlete Dinner, Bike & Bag Check-In

Ironman Wisconsin is just one day away! Had a great time last night at the Athlete dinner with Colleen, Brad & Tom. Today I set up my bike in transition and turned in my T1 & T2 bags. It's all starting to feel VERY real now and I can't wait!!

Athlete Check-In Day!!

Checking into Madison today!

Race Day Apparel

Meant to post this sooner, but on late notice here is the gear that I will go to battle with on Sunday.  There is a tribute to "9/11...Never Forget" on the back as well.  Cheer me on if you see me because I will need all the support I can get....bib #2154!!

Thursday at Work

Yes, it is less than 3 says until Ironman. Yes, the Ironman Village is open and athletes have begun to check-in. Yes, Ironman is taking over the city of Madison.

Yes, I am currently at work, but my mind is not because it is already in Madison! Today will be a very tough day to be focused at work!