VO2Connection

My newest training partner is Lucy, a 6 month old lab puppy. Lucy has really made me question a lot about all the things I do in an effort to milk a few seconds off my PR. For example:

- I drink water from a glacier in Europe and scientifically designed sports drinks for optimal performance. Lucy drinks from the toilet.

- I eat a carefully planned menu of complex carbs, quality proteins and supplement with vitamins that cost as much as cancer medication. Lucy eats kibble and rolls in smelly things.

- If I focus on my breathing, stay in my optimal heart rate zone, and maintain good technique, I can run 10k in under 37 minutes. Lucy chases birds, stops to sniff things, takes bathroom breaks and ends up running at least 15k in under 36 minutes.

- After a hard ride or run I cool down, stretch, and sip a recovery drink before my glycogen window closes to insure maximal recovery. Lucy licks herself.

- I have $100 shoes with custom orthotics that I replace every 2 months. Lucy runs barefoot.

- I sleep on a $1200 posturpedic mattress designed by a team of doctors and engineers. Lucy usually sleeps on a pile of my dirty laundry.

- I go to a massage therapist, apply an array of liniments, lotions, and essential oils. Lucy get washed with a hose.

If nothing else Lucy reminds me not to take myself too seriously, that getting out exercising is supposed to be fun. Remember, every day we are healthy and get to train is a gift.

See ya on the trails, I will be the one chasing birds

Don’t be fooled, she will crush you