Sterne Agee LJCC Triathlon - TriathlonMini Sprint

After standing on the pool deck for so long waiting for my turn to go, I was happy to find out that the water was nice and cool. I didn't do too great at changing lanes and I felt like I wasted time every time. I was happy that I had plenty of space. I was never very close to anyone else, which was surprising.

If I had raced AG: 1/8

Nothing, if I did more pool swims, I'd figure out the lane change thing better, but this is the only one.

I ran a few feet past my bike and was annoyed at myself, but it only cost me a few seconds so not a big deal. Everything went smoothly otherwise.

Athena: 2/5
Overall: 15/88
If I had raced AG: 3/8

I'd still like to learn how to do the flying mount, but I've practiced it and I still don't feel very comfortable with it. I could use lessons or something. -eye roll-

Course had lots of rolling hills. This allowed for some fast speeds but also caused some slow crawls up. I worked hard and didn't worry to much about saving a lot for the run since it was such a short race. 16.7 MPH average is good for me for a hilly terrain.

On the bike course, I realized that I had gained some tri maturity. I was very patient with all the newbiew who were clueless on race etiquette. I would just call out, "Please stay to the right!" Haha. This happened quite a bit, but I realize that it was a very newbie friendly race and didn't worry about it.

If I had raced AG: 2/8

Nothing, I did the best I could and felt good about it.

Pretty smooth, except I started trying to get my feet out of my shoes too early. A lady volunteer WAY before the dismount line was pointing at the ground which confused me, but other than that smooth, quick transition.

Athena: 1/5
Overall: 7/88
If I had raced AG: 1/8

Nothing.

The hills were a pain, but fortunately a good portion of the course was shaded which was good since it had heated up to the 90s by this time. The hill up to the finish line was murder. I was huffin and puffin like crazy. I usually sprint finish, but not this race. I was just dragging my butt up that hill. Haha. A great pace for me and for the course.

If I had raced AG: 3/8

Nothing, I felt good about the race.

Water! Stretching. Took my stuff back to the car. Jumped back in the pool. Attended the awards ceremony. Ate some pretty good food.


Miles, weight, getting over bronchitis.

If I had raced AG: 2/8