Batavia Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

Approximately 3/4 was a swim, then 1/4 you could either swim or run in the water as it was shallow. I would have preferred swimming however with people in front of me running in the water, it was hard to swim. I then ran the water and it really sapped my energy

Wear a wet suit. Even though I was comfortable swimming in a lake/quarry, I would at least get two swims prior to race day.

My feet were numb during and after the swim. After the mount line it was up hill. I had trouble coasting and clipping into my pedals. I wasted at least 30 seconds.

Practice clipping into pedals. Or, keep shoes clipped in pedals, then beging pedalling and strap in.

I expected to perform a little better on the bike. My feet were numb for the entire bike due to the swim. Next time I will insert the warm soles into the shoe.

Prior to the race I will practice my climbs. I am typically strong on climbs and should use this to my advantage. Also, during my training I will work on flexibility in the aero position, primarily my neck. It was tight in the beginning of the bike.

I took my time because my feet were still numb. I didn't want to hurt myself for the run.

Keep shoes clipped in pedals, then beging pedalling and strap in. Also, during the bike I would have taken a Shot Blox in preparation for the run.

Horrible run. I think this was due primarily with being sick the entire week before the race (ear and sinus infection prevented me from training).

Nothing I could do differently, except prepare better by logging more miles at a quicker pace.

Walking. Eating and drinking (Muscle Milk, IronMan, H2O in small amounts to not over indulge. Eating Bannanas.


Being sick the entire week before the race (ear and sinus infection prevented me from training).


My first triathlon...it was a great experience. I don't have anything other race to compare against.