It had to happen. After three weeks with almost no rain we started the hillbounding season with light precipitation. The wet weather did not stop 17 athletes from enjoying what was actually nice conditions. The wet ground was soft and as you know the temps feel 20 degrees warmer whilst bounding. Just an FYI that it would have to be pretty nasty before we cancel, we have even been out in snow before this.
The semi soft start went well and we focused on the technical aspects of skiing rather than the pure workout. We did do a modest lactate interval at the end which as always proved to be unpleasant but was survived by all. There is some work to be done with technical skills but by and by it went pretty good, especially as about half the group was first timers. It was kind of a dry run of sorts but that said I do expect DOMS to rear it's head a little.
We did not need the lights tonight but that will end shortly and the hill lights will go on. Please note to bring dry clothes as even when sunny you sweat up a storm and water bottles are a good idea. See previous post for more ideas.
We start again next week at 5:28pm rain or shine. Nice effort goes to all especially to Bill, Coop and Andy who finished Ironman Madison just a week ago, whew! Stay loose and remember we never leave the door without ski poles starting in Oct.
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