On target and aiming high

“The greater danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it.”
-Michelangelo (the painter, not the turtle)

Last weekend's US and Canadian Team Trials in NY were a great test after the winter and spring training. I had two solid results in the sprint and long, which were great feedback after the winter and spring training. I was fully focused and ready to race - just where I need to be. The biathlon analogy would be perfect shooting and strong skiing! The trick now is to get to the targets faster, shoot just a bit quicker, but still hit them all. Still work to do, but we're on target!

Several of us spent the week leading up to the races in a training camp and based out of a little cottage on a nice cold lake. It was a perfect chance to rest, refocus and charge up for the races and the upcoming training block.

With the spring races now over, the specific goals of the year - NorAms and Worlds - are starting to occupy every corner of my brain as the days move on. Every day has a purpose and every minute counts! Training, recovery, mental training, race prep, ice baths, and a few new secret weapons start to fill up the days. The summer races are coming soon. Stay tuned!