Mooseman Triathlon Festival - International Distance - TriathlonOlympic

Was really nervous about the swim. When I took a look at the distance, I started doubting myself. The water was cold and I started to panic internally. Knew that I wanted to achieve this goal and was determined to do it. Fix - backstroke until I could get myself together. Kept trying to see if I could get my breathing rythem. Took a lot longer than I hope for, but I finally got it after the triangular buoy. ABOUT TIME. Once that all came into place, I felt relaxed and comfortable. Swam to the beach where there was no more room to stroked.

Get more comfortable with OWS - regardless of body of water. Swim prior to the race to adjust to temp & darkness.

Should've had the stripper take my wetsuit off. Since it was a little big, no problem putting on & off, but it got stuck on my feet.

Took a GU in - good idea. Was very relaxed at this point. Was happy to get the swim over with. Was so excited to see Karen cheering for me.

Take advantage of resources.

Was happy to get on the bike. Felt like there was something wrong. At first I thought it was a flat. Ignore the problem and kept going. Aside from knowing that all was not a 100%, I enjoyed the ride. It was a tough course - very hilly. Devil Hill was tough but I just took it nice & slow. Was determine to ride it up. Which I pushed it a little more. Was a little too relax. Wanted to save my legs for the run.

Get better intuned w/the bike and its components. Use clips & bike shoes.
(mine didn't come on time). Push myself more.

Forgot my race belt.

Nothing. This was a simple T2 since other than putting my bike on the rack and taking my helmet off there was nothing else to do.

My legs felt heavy but I was determined to run the entire race portion. I also made myself stop at all the water stations. Plus, I had to pee :)
Not sure if that was the way to go. Normally I just run through them. Since this was my first OLY, I didn't want to bonk. Enjoyed running with several people. My favorite part was seeing TC on the run! GO TC.
Plus, there no feeling like running through the finish line. I could hear HOT TAMALE at the turn to the finsih chute. It was great. The entire gang was there. Mike, Tomo, TC, Karen, SIL & Alyie.

Stop talking and focus on the run. Don't be so conservative.

This was the most fun I've had at a race! We were all in a happy silly mood and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. The rely team of Alyie, SIL and Tomo - rocked this race!! 2nd place and they had 1st in the bag. A little mishap. Having my husband participate in the same event was great. I knew he was a little worried about me and knew he was cheering for me. Having my training buddy along - was awesome. TC you're the best.

Thank you to all of you who have been sooooo supportive. You're inspire made this happen!!

The volunteers were great - especially the kids. This wouldn't happen with out them.