First Mesocycle Review - A Good Start

This first 4 week period, or mesocycle, was designed to "get back into the routine" of training again. Did I achieve this goal? Yes I did. There were some hiccups along the way, with a big one happening when that epic snowstorm hit right after Christmas, but the hours of shoveling I did *was* a workout in itself, and, although it cannot be officially posted in my training journal, does have to be mentioned.

And, although I did not finish the ultra, I can take to account that I did finish 21 miles on a very slippery, snowy, and rough-footed course in 20 degree weather. I have always been vunerable when the thermometer dips below 30 degrees, so I feel that I am really toughening up here. I am sure that if I'm met with the same conditions in the future, I can definitely tackle it better.

I have found good rhythm to my daily routine and hope to continue it to the next 4 week period.

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