Papillion Mayor's Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

Start kind of caught us all off guard, wasnt really prepared. First triathlon so swimming with the other athletes proved challenging. I think next time I will try to start on outside to avoid the pack...after last turn, it went better.

Train more on swimming, I think this is where I can improve to get stronger start to race. Again, start on outside to avoid the pack and settle down quicker to get in good swimming form/pace.

Sat down in T1 to get socks on and put on shirt...kind of disoriented after brutal swim...wasnt a smooth transition

Practice transition prior to race. Go without socks in sprint distances to save time.

Chain fell off about 100 yards into bike while shifting, had to stop and get chain back on...thankfully it didnt take long.

Ride harder during first portion of bike.

Utilize water station and probably get a gel pack down. I will probably already have running shoes tied and just slip on.

Run felt good...sprinted last 200 yds with woman who was attempting to pass...she passed me with 10 yards to go, we congratulated eachother.

hydrate more during run and utilize a gel shot or block prior to run. Need to work on running as well, can improve in all areas.

Drank a bottle of water and G2...stomache didnt feel like it could hold down a bagel or banana. Chatted with other racers and friends and family who came to watch.


Didnt really know what to expect since this was my first time competing in triathlon. I need to improve in all phases and practice transitions. I havent even watched a triathlon so I am going to try to catch one before my next race to see how others set up and execute transitions.


I cant really comment on the race since this was my first competing in and or watching. I dont have any negative comments, I had a great time and I'm looking forward to more races and meeting more athletes.