Harvest Moon Long Course Triathlon - Triathlon1/2 Ironman

This was my longest swim in a race and I took it easy and made sure my strokes were efficient and my breathing was consistent. The swim was nice because it was just and out and back. I caught some of the waves before me and that gave me some confidence. Taking it easy and feeling good are what I make sure I do in the water.

I might sight a little bit more to cut down on a few seconds.

My hands and feet were a little cold so it took a bit to get my socks and calf sleeves on.

I ate as much as I could and drank a lot. It was a hilly course so I tried to each on the climbs. I was surprised to pass a lot of people on the way up. Some would pass on my descents but I always caught them on the way up, that felt good.

I want to make sure my bike is in pristine condition before I race. I had the gears aligned pre-race day but that still wasn't enough. My chain fell off three times, that is unacceptable! It was good practice though. I stayed calm and didn't let it ruin my race.

Felt great off the bike and glad I didn't have to be on it anymore. I took a long pit stop in the porta-john and was off.

It was so darn hot. No ice. Long run. I thought I was cruising because my HR was so high the whole time. Turns out I only ran at 8:48 min miles. Not my best, but I'm glad I didn't cramp up or have to walk.

Take the bike a bit easier and be able to crush the run.

Sat around fro 10-15 minutes. Walked to the car, laid down and drank a bit.


Bike chain and the heat. Being sick two weeks before hurt my training and preparation. Glad I wasn't sick on race day though.


I enjoyed the race and glad I made it through my first 70.3 On to Florida in November to complete my first IM!