Nathans Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

My swim was a nightmare. The last time I swam in this lake was last year. At that race I freaked and started back stroking. During my backstroke I turned my self around the wrong direction. The lifeguard had to come tell me i was going the wrong way. Today was my day to redeem myself. I was ready. I timed my 750 on Friday in the pool wearing my new trisuit. 18:30. I felt good. I knew I could do it.

When my wave got into the water I just freaked out. I couldn't get into a rhythm even getting to the start bouys about 50 meters out. What a mess. My heart was pounding, I couldn't get my face in the water, describe a bad swimmer and you describe me.

When we get the green light to start swimming I try to get going. People are running into me and I freak out again. I had to flip onto my back probably within the first 4-5 minutes to calm myself down. I'd swim on my back but it didn't seem to get me very far. Then I'd start turning the wrong direction. I probably added time b/c I was zigzagging down the lake! The wave after me was the OLY distance pros. I was so slow they started coming out and I freaked out again. Getting run over a couple times was scary.

I tried to calm down when I turned the corner. Nothing seemed to help. finally in the last 100 - 200 meters I started swimming. FINALLY. By that time it was too late. I doubled my pool swim time. UGH!

I think I need to get a swim coach and do more open water swims. If I could tackle this swim issue it would really help my overall time.

I went sockless so that sped things up. I had one glitch with my shoe. I couldn't get the tongue out.

Run faster to get where I was going

I felt awesome on the bike. I had speeds ranging from 10-24 mph on the course. The couse had lots of turn arounds so we had to slow way down to flip direction. I feel great about my bike time. I haven't ridden in a while due to personal issues so I'm happy with my performance.

Drink more and practice more before race.

This was slower b/c I was trying to get my socks and shoes on.

Run faster

I was able to get a nice groove quickly. I was able to pass people a few people. I walked at the water stations only.

Run faster

I felt really good for about 20 minutes. All of us a sudden I had a headache, then I felt dizzy, then I felt sick. My bro-in-law was able to help me get to a shady spot. I was a hot mess! I finally got to the point where I could stand up to move my bike to the car and I got sick 3 times! Embarrassing! I really need to work on hydrating better. I couldn't drive myself home so I went to my in-law's home where my husband and kids met me. They all nursed me back to health. I was better by about 1:00.


I really need to hydrate better.


I really enjoyed this race. I can't think of what would make it better. The volunteers were great.