Now what?

So....This "chest thing"....It stuck.

Man, I'll be honest-It is discouraging. I've done the research and spoke with some people, and word is I'll be dealing with it for a bit. Now what?

First-I've got to combat the discouragement. I won't bleed all over here, but early this morning up with Rhonda before my swim-(then to work) I lamented a bit about the hard work I feel like I'm letting slip. I had no choice-I took 48 hrs. "off", and rested. With family it still is not total rest-but, I did my best. Getting out if the pool on Friday after 600 meters I knew it was the right thing to do. Ian was waiting for me, put his arm around me-- "It's OK dad-just rest with me today". Eleven years old and my best friend, and HE knew what I would not admit to.
It's odd-I had a day where I felt wiped and then I bounced back-"it", is now just hanging around in my chest. This morning I hacked my way out of bed and then felt OK. I feel well enough to do zone 1 stuff now-in the pool I just played it smart. That's key- keep The engine running, but no gas. I feel uncomfortable with effort-so, I'm very careful.

I have two issues-
1. I'm 5 weeks out of IM Texas-this is my build going into my peak. It's going
to be more dynamic. I've got to be patient and deal with this correctly.

2. Once I'm out of the woods-not freak out and hammer myself going into the final weeks leading up to my race.

I talked with Rich Roll yesterday and he had asked if I had overtrained-(I'm not in denial here)-I said I "No"-I've been careful. I'm certain I "picked this up"- its been ripping through people here-and I dodged it for weeks.
Whatever... I've got it now, and it sucks. I just can't freak out, I'll have to adjust my plan and adapt. I'll keep you informed.

I was able to visit the Athletes Lounge and have Tom look at my position on my bike. He tweaked a few things and it felt awesome. I am grateful to have him help-those guys rule. Thank you Chris, Gary, Tom, Bruce, Britt.... Solid people. Amazing store.

In closing....I could use your prayers.

Thanks for reading and I hope you find some encouragement here. The last thing Rhonda told me today before we parted was to remember why I racing...."To Help people who thirst". Living Water International is why.... She was right. She always is.....