I'm learning this - it doesn't hurt as in injury, but there is a certain level of continual soreness that I haven't really been accustomed to as an age grouper, skating by at local races on half the training. As far as I can tell, there is no skating allowed in elite triathlon. So, as I experience a new level of consistency in my workouts, I'm also experiencing a new awareness of my muscles through the medium of mild... um, discomfort. Yes.
Even though I joke here, a little, there really is an elevated awareness of what is going on with my body. Every little twinge is now registered in terms of how it will affect my upcoming workouts. Fatigued muscles have to be constantly attended to, with cryotherapy, stretching, rolling, compression, etc. I need more massage, but I have to find the time first. When you are pushing your body to its limits, all those little weaknesses and imbalances really get to rear their ugly heads, and it's a constant effort to stay on top of the game so that they don't sneak up on you during a key workout. Elite is definitely a whole new world - but I have to say, I kind of love it!
I have swim practices with my youth and juniors team and the SMU team this evening, so it will be a late night - have to make sure I get to bed as soon as I get home so I can be up for Masters in the morning! So looking forward to another beating in the water. I love the punishment!
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