Tuesday, March 19, 2024

03-19-2024 Swim/Ride

Went for a swim at the WWC when it opened, swam 2000 yes in under 38 minutes for the first time. On this day, I was intentional at times about using my legs more, with a faster kicking frequency. It also drove me to stroke faster. I could tell my effort level was higher, so I couldn't sustain the higher level for as long. It was just me and Howard in the pool, not sure where the others were. Got home and had a cup of coffee, hung out until a little after 11:00, when I went for a more casual-paced ride. Through the neighborhood and up to RB Rd, then through the 4S Ranch neighborhood to Hunters Ridge Pl, turning left there and then right onto Ralphs Ranch Rd. Normal way over to Camino del Sur from there, where I turned right and headed over to San Dieguito Rd. It was here that I noticed a steady breeze coming from the northwest. Down the hill, taking a right on El Apajo and riding over to Calzada del Bosque. Over to Vía de la Valle, turning left there and taking it to El Camino Real. I was somewhat shielded from the wind and made good time. The climb up to Del Mar Heights was steady but slow, and the gradual downhill after that was fun. Over to the 56 bike path, where I had the benefit of a tailwind helping me all the way to Camino del Sur. I didn't push the pace too much, just rode with the wind. Rode back to Paseo del Sur, turning right there and using it to get back to Camino del Sur. Home the normal way from there via W Bernardo Dr. Felt good on the ride and after. 

Avg speed = 15.9 mph. Total mileage = 36.9 mi
Avg power = 136 W. Weighted avg power = 166 W
Total elevation gain = 2090'
Avg heartrate = 127 bpm (Coospo), 128 bpm (Fitbit)

In the afternoon, I got to watch some March Madness on MAX, which was fun.  Then we went to DQ after dinner for free vanilla cone day.

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