Can I first say, no more excuses. While "normal" will never describe my range of motion for my shoulder, it would appear I am ready for what will hopefully be an awesome year of racing. With Ironman frequently still in my thoughts, I decided to put another 70.3 on my schedule and test the shoulder and see if this body can still handle a rigorous training schedule that emulates 2011. Asheville is my new home and offers many advantages over training in the midwest. First, ideal year round weather will mean less training indoors. Second, no matter what race I choose, the hills and mountains of Western North Carolina are sure to prepare me well! My 2011 RAGNAR team from Illinois has decided to put the Blue Ridge Relay on their 2013 schedule, and so I not only look forward to being part of this challenging race, but I look forward to hosting many of them who will be staying with us after the race, which begins in Virginia and ends in Asheville!From the beautiful trails of Bent Creek, to the wide open trails on the Biltmore Estate, to the never ending and scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, I am looking forward to training and experiencing new places and with new faces. Here's to 2013 and making the best of my good health and new surroundings!
