Pigman Long Course Triathlon - Triathlon1/2 Ironman

First time attempting this distance in open water. My goal was simply to finish the swim and survive and I did.

Next year invest in a wetsuit and more open water swimming practice.

One positive of getting out of the water last is that you can find your bike easily in transition.

Nothing. Probably didn't need to spend quite this much time in T1 but didn't want to get out of the water and on the bike out of breath.

Very challenging bike course. Was not prepared for all the hills.

More longer rides in training. Better nutrition plan on the bike.

Had horrible pain in the outside of my left foot after getting off my bike. Not sure if it has something to do with shoes being too small or cleat position of shoes.

Nothing

Ended up walking 70% of the run.

More brick training and better nutrition plan.

Was exhausted at the end of the race. By the time I had finished there was no post race food or activities. Even the bike racks had been taken down and the remaining bikes, including my own, where laying in the grass.


Need more base training. Had just enough this year to finish the race but not enough to finish strong. Next year more long bike rides, more open water swim training and more brick workouts.


Didnt get the opportunity to participate in post race activities but that was probably my fault due to my finishing time. Will continue to train over the winter time and will compete in another half iron distance race next year. Consider this race a success as this is only my second year competing in triathalons and my overall goal for the day was to finish the race. A learning experience.