Callaway Gardens Sprint Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

Wade start, made mistake by sticking to the middle/back of the field. Should have started further up front, because when I WAS swimming I was passing. Got kicked in the face within 2 mins of start and stayed scared a repeat the entire time. Swim was utterly exhausting and I couldn't wait to get to the end.

Better proficiency at open water swim/swimming in traffic would cure most of the issue. Start further forward next time.

First ever transition in first ever tri. It wasn't pretty but I got everything I needed. Spent a good bit of time trying to catch my breath.

Better cardio conditioning would have allowed me to spend less time in transition trying to bring respiratory rate down and would have allowed me to run through transition.

Felt like it was okay considering it was first tri and I was on a heavy MTB. Cadence was all over the place, I hadn't been introduced to that concept. Started in 5th wave, saw ppl from the 8th wave passing me.

Use my freshly acquired roadie.

Again, not bad performance for first tri. Heart rate was decent, but I was cashed by the end of the ride.

This was a nice easy run and was a pleasant end to my first tri.

My cardio was the main culprit to all of my issues. If my endurance was better, I wouldn't have been washed out on the run. So train harder

Light jog, stretch, fruit and drink


Newbie gitters, I only slept like 3 hrs the night before because I was so nervous. My cardio level wasn't really where it needed to be.


I think this race is a must do for beginners. The race staff was very accommodating and realized most of the field were beginners. I will definitely do this again for years to come!