September 14th - London Duathlon - Richmond Park

9km run - 48.27
T1 - 1.48
20km bike - 46.03
T2 - 2.48
5km run - 29.49

Overall - 2.08.57

All in all - a pretty rubbish weekend.

I felt weak on both runs, even from the very start, I would say for a number of reasons, although the third being the main one, and the first two are more 'excuses':
1. I had played 90 minutes of football the day before
2. My calf was painful
3. Because I have been 'resting' my calf I have not done any recent running training (which equates to the point I have not really done any running training) and I was therefore simply unfit.

I did not overtake many people on the first run, and had quite a few go past me, which was depressing.
Once I got on the bike I felt a lot more comfortable and went past a lot of people. I felt strong and happy. Overgearing slightly but to no obvious detriment.
The final run was very tough. I had jelly legs and my calf was painful to the point I had pins and needles in my toes. I was not tired aerobically though.

Recovery was ok - I cycled 3-4 miles back to Sally's within 45 minutes of finishing without any problems.

In terms of the rest of the field. I finished overall top 40%, my runs were top 46% & top 50% respectively, and my bike was top 20%.

Overall I'm not pleased but not hugely disappointed. A lot of work to do on the run. Slightly worried about my calf, Anna has agreed to have a look at it.

Jean did very well, kicked my arse on both runs, and was only 40 seconds behind me overall. Well done!

AMAZING course, Richmond park is stunning for a London Park, would like to do some more training there.....hint hint Jim