Wetsuit day

Today, I bought my first wetsuit.

I hit 55 consecutive reps on all strength exercises for the third day in a row. I think I'll try to hold that for two more days; Sunday is a rest day. I'll try 60 on Monday. I went for the fifth run in my triathlon training program (except brick runs); just over 3 miles, at a 9:58/mile pace. That's the first non-brick run where I've broken 10 minutes a mile while carrying a bike.

Then I borrowed a friend's car and drove for an hour to buy my first wetsuit. Lightly used, in solid condition, $25. On the way home, I found a triathlon-specific store and got some earplugs and two individual packs of lube for longer runs. At home, I tried on the wetsuit (yes, I checked the manufacturer's website before buying to make sure it's my size). Conclusion; wetsuits are uncomfortable. But I think I'll try it tomorrow. The only serious issue is that there may not be a place at the beach to change. But if there is...buoyancy city. Maybe I need to get a swim robe, for warmth and as a place to change.