Tick toc, tick toc. The countdown continues.

For some reason, the past week the race has seemed like it was looming immediately in front of me. A couple of deep breaths later, I talk myself out of complete panic (partial panic will do). Yes, I have the whole Summer to train. O.K. Vince -- breathe deep. Follow the plan.

Perhaps my nervousness was due to a less than stellar workout regiment this past week. I didn't get either of my long rides in. The thought that I missed something, that there is something I could have done, should have done, weighs on me. But that was last week. This is a new week Full speed ahead.

Here's what I did do ---

Mon., 5/4: Sprint swim workout, about 1900 yards.

Tues., 5/5: Bike trainer intervals and drills, about 10 miles.

Weds., 5/6: Sprint run "Superset" workout, about 4 miles. It was not so bad the second time around. Plus I saw the most purple sky sunrise I think I've ever seen. Makes getting up early soooo worth it!

Thurs., 5/7: Off Day

Fri., 5/8: Swim day, about 3200 yards.

Sat., 5/9: Bike workout, about 15 miles.