Ironman 70.3 Auckland - Triathlon

Felt confident with swim and as I was in second bunch I got to draft a bit then kicked for the finish, 5th out of the water in the 45+ wave.

Still need to get goggles with corrective lenses.

Felt like this transition could have been faster.

Rehearse the order of activities and use new wetsuit.

I enjoyed the first lap over the bridge as I have never done this before then the waterfront was straightforward as it is part of my training route.

Nothing except more time on the bike to get faster.

Still think I could do this better.

Rehearse the order of activities again

As usual wanted to do negative split but didn't despite stopping for the loo on the first lap. My feet felt like they were blistering on the balls but I decided not to stop and fiddle with shoes. Just as well I didn't as my feet were fine when I took my shoes off.

Find a solution for burning feet. it might have been the walk to the swim start on spikey bridge and surface.

Stretches, walking


Swim technique, Strength on bike and burning feet while running


This was a very well organised and friendly race on an amazing course. Unfortunately this was the final year for this event in Auckland.