Pocomoke Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

Had fun, met some friendly people prior to the start and I was very comfortable with the format.

This was a good time for me as I am not a fast swimmer. I feel very comfortable in the water, but I just don't move to swiftly. The first leg of the race left me veering to far away from the far bouy, so I had to right myself numerous times and I probably added 50 yards to my total swim distance.

Working up to the race, I was focusing on the distance of the event rather than a fast pace. For my next event, I will train for speed since I have more confidence in my distance ability. Also, I need to be more aggresive with the swim. Since it was my first event, I wanted to focus on my game plan with as little interference as possible from other racers. In the future, I will hold my own more in the swim.

Because of my sprained ankle, it took me longer to transition to the next event. I had to actually lace up my ankle brace and tend to it more than I would have had to otherwise. Plus, I didn't want to run on the uneven ground without shoes or support.

Nothing really. Maybe buy some pedal clips and appropriate biking shoes, but that is about it.

My computer didn't work, so I didn't know where I was at on the ride. Also, there was no marking along the way to indicate milage on the route, so it was hard to gauge speed.

With the headwind and the fact I was passing people, it felt as if I was going faster than I really was. Had I known, I probably would have pushed it more. Anyway, rookie mistake and I will correct it for the next race.

I cramped in my calf right as I lept from the bike, so I walked to my rack instead of running. Otherwise, it went well and I was on my way.

Not take a camel back with me on the run.

I knew I was going to be slow at this because my ankle prohibitted me from really training for the run. My running fitness was an issue and my legs were not that impressed with a 3.5 mile run after such a long break of inactivity. Anyway, I finished without walking and I met my goals, so for the conditions, I am happy with the result.

I need to work on my running fitness and get my legs back in shape.

Walked it off for a minute. Alternated gaterade and beer for the next hour as to cover all bases.


My ankle and inexperience limited me. I have a good idea what I have to do to shave 7-10 minutes off of my time for the next few sprints. For next year, I want to be at the 1:30 mark.


I really enjoyed this race and I have already recommended it to others. I will also be putting it on my calender for next year and I look forward to improving my times. My only suggestions (take with a grain of salt as I am a rookie) would be:
1) More trash cans in the vacinity. I spent a lot of time looking for a can, when my legs were already tired from the event. (poor me, right)
2) A Clydsdale division for us big folk. Since this is the only way I might ever be able to be competitive, I would like it for selfish reasons. (along those same lines, shirts that are XXL).

Great race, great people, great weather, and a fun time all the way around.