Frank Maples Memorial Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

Didn't go the best. I had issues with the my hair being in my face (really, really need a swim cap at all times), and water in my goggles. Had to stop and readjust. Had a little back cramping, but worked it out in the end. The last 50yards went well, had to outsprint some girl. arms were tired due to being aero so long

Have goggles work, don't mess with hair no matter what.

This was run to bike. Overall went pretty well, no major changes needed

Went well - stayed aero most of the time. Lost too much time sitting up to drink though and getting back to pace. Lost steam at the end. Was averaging 18+ over first 10miles, then dropped to 17.7 with the hills and giving out. Prefer doing too much at the beginning since I was actually pushing myself hard.

Get an aero bottle, pace myself just a tad at the beginning, work on being in the aero position for distances.

This was bike to swim. Forgot to take stuff out of my pocket and had to double back. Also had to redo watch due to armwarmers.

Remember what has to leave. Consider a swim cap.

Took off fast, much better than previously. Kept HR up around LT the entire time (181). Was able to maintain the speed for 1+ miles, then had to slow down some coming back, probably about 1/2 a mile. Ran the entire course though, no walkling.

Not much to improve on, maybe some more tempo workouts at home.

Attempt not to fall over getting out of pool.


Conditions were perfect, one of the best races I have ran yet. Pushed myself hard, where there was nothing left at the end - what I need to do in all races. This year I am actually racing, and not just completing the competition. My average HR for the entire race was 177 (LT 181 on the run). It was also nice to see some friends there and catch up.


For a small tri, this was a very organized race with great volunteers. The bike course was well marshalled, and I was impressed by how there was support for everyone, even the last competitor.