Subject: RE: Lavaman AK Girl - I can't help you with info on Lavaman but I'm sure someone will come along that can give you some info. But, For now I can make some suggestions to help you: Join a mentor group. I had a look and the "My Year to Tri" might be a good fit for you. The people here (in the mentor group) will help you learn a lot as a beginner and you'll make some friends. You will also learn that it is safe to ask any and all questions. We've all started from scratch. Go to the "Race Reports" forum and search for reports on the Lavaman race. There will be reports from other athletes that will go into detail on all aspects of the race. Really informative and inspirational. I read any race reports I can find for races I am interested in. I don't know what your training background or experiences are but almost everyone experiences the doubt you are feeling now. Every race I've done, I get to the water's edge and I think, "What the heck am I doing here?" The training you do and the background you have and the mentor group should all get you through this. All of this is FUN. Relax and enjoy it. There is no shame in not finishing. It is better than not starting. Just do what you can and keep moving forward. BK - This goes for you too. |