Ironhead Dallas Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

Had a decent start and form fell apart after getting ran over in the swim section. Just finished after that. Used dog paddle.

Started near the edge or back and focused on technique.

Transition was good. I took my time getting on the bike.

Moved faster

Good turns and focused, Dropped energy gel.

Nothing, maybe push harder

reduce t2 time

Had a tough time getting going. Missed the gel intake at 45min into the race. Also had difficulty with reflux. Went away after mi 1. Effort Smoothed out after 1 Mile just like training. Takes a little bit to loosen muscles after biking

Don't loose gel and hydrate a little better.

cool down ride out of Transition back to vehicle.


Lack of open water swimming and brick workout from bike to run.


This was my first triathlon. My goal was to just finish. I did that but I had higher expectations on the swim. I think better positioning myself for the start would have helped a lot. I've swam farther distances in the pool with less effort. Just need to settle down and focus on breathing and gliding on my strokes. Toughen my feet a little better for the pavement. OUCH... The bike portion was fine. I used my road(Training) bike which is better suited for hilly or long climb courses where power is needed. Plus I train on those in the arbuckles where climbs are 10+min each. I'm glad the run was fairly flat as I've struggled on open roads with my pace. The best I can muster is a 8:30 in the gym but on the road the conditions are different could work on turnover and efficiency. We'll see how much better I do in July on the same course!!! See Ya'll then.