I had my very first race in a single yesterday. The young girl whipped by me, but I didn't let it put me down. (I'm 56) I know I have more training ahead of me.
I was comfy this morning I didn't want to move. But dragged myself off the bed and in put my rowing gear. Washed up got changed and hopped on my bike to the rowing club.
I had too many cheats Friday and Saturday and needed this workout. All this going through my head cycling. I still feel tired but it's done ✅
Well done you - and I bet you feel a sense of achievement too 
Thank you Hidden . I was so thinking I'll start next weekend with the early mornings rowing. But my brain said get up you need this! lol I feel better now that I did this. Off to get a nice leafy chicken salad and juice. Maybe I'll have an early night 😊
Impressive ShadowDee No hiding in a single. What do you normally do? Pairs? How far was your race?
There's nothing wrong with being 56 😉 and so what that you were whooped by a younger fitter model. You were still on the water rather than the towpath or still in bed. 🙂
Really looking forward to hearing more of your adventures. 🙂
I'm normally in a quad. The past 2 months I've been training in a single. I've been enjoying it as well, it's tougher on your own versus being in a quad.
I have no idea what boat I'll be in until closer to the week of the race. Next race is Chester near the end of the month. It's 5 k race. I may ask to stick with the single, I going to train harder for sure.
Also change to eating healthier, I'm always on the go and have that excuse of 'I'm working out I can get away with eating a takeaway'. That attitude needs knocking down. Definitely not doing me any good.
Are you on the Dee at Chester?
You attend your training sessions so consistently that I am sure you will be ready.
Yes I'll be on the River Dee. My ln-laws love Chester they may watch this one. And my husband is off. I always feel better with a cheering section ❤️
I'll work out harder. Maybe do the 30 minutes at a slow rate this week on the erg. And alternate to 5 x 3 minutes 18 -20 with 1.30 rest on the next.
Cheers
My engagement ring was bought in Chester, so lovely associations there for me. 🙂
What a brilliant achievement and all your own work in a single 
Good luck in the Chester race
Debs
Thanks Debs2510 . I think that's why I like the single. It's hard hard work on your own and no one to blame but yourself. I'm getting to know some really helpful people when my coach isn't around.
I WILL do this 
Morning after the night before!
Week 34
Good morning 
This is so weird
