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Comments: I started out in a bad position. I thought I would be a slow swimmer compared to a lot of people, and I started in the back on the inside. BIG mistake. I kept having to stop because the women in front of my would start treading water, or backstroking, or switch to breaststroke. It created havoc and I couldn't get a rhythm going. I edged out to the outside about 1/3 of the way into it and finally found open water! What would you do differently?: Start on the outside, that way can go around slower swimmers without picking through. I wasted a lot of time dodging arms and legs and almost swimming over people that suddenly stopped.  Transition 1
Comments: I didn't bring flip flops and really did a number on my feet running on rocks (I have really wimpy feet). What would you do differently?: Definately bring throw away shoes to run with to the bike  Bike
Comments: Went a little slower than expected, but didn't plan on the hill we had to climb. Good thing I've been training on hills, because this one would have killed me if I hadn't. Got a new PR for speed on Ol' Silver (my Giant MTB). 36 mph, but it scared me so much I hit the brakes and cruised a more comfortable speed. I can't wait to get a road bike next year, but at least pushing that MTB up those hills are making my legs really strong! What would you do differently?: Nothing, I did the best I could with what I had... and still felt comfortable. Transition 2
What would you do differently?: Nothing, I went as fast as I could. Rack bike, helmet off, belt on, hat on, go!  Run
Comments: I felt stronger than ever, distance running is my niche and I fell right into my groove with this. I'm still recovering from a sprained ankle and was very happy I felt no pain....... What would you do differently?: Drink more. I usually don't drink much of anything on a 5K, but I didn't figure on being dehydrated from the bike segment. I still felt thirsty this morning! Post race
Warm down: Found my little guy at the finish and took a victory photo with him in my arms looking at my medal...gave husband a hug and thanked him for driving all that way to see me. It meant a lot that they were there. What limited your ability to perform faster: Experience definately, and possibly my bike Event comments: My first tri was a dismal failure as I couldn't complete the run due to a sprained ankle, and no one was there to cheer me on. This tri was a complete turn around, I left feeling strong and happy with my performance, and best of all, my family was there to give me a big hug. It really does make a difference having people support you. Danskin races are very supportive anyway, and great for beginners like myself. Last updated: 2007-07-30 12:00 AM
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Overall Rank = 562/2129
Age Group = 35-39
Age Group Rank = 124/384
Spent the night in a hotel in Auburn, I kept waking up because I was convinced my alarm wouldn't go off. I got up 15 minutes before it did anyway and ate a whole wheat bagel with gobs of peanut butter (my fav), a banana, and a Diet Coke. Took a shower (?) - why you ask? I'm not sure, I think it was nerves...and then drove to the race sight for 5:15 am. It was already very busy and I'm glad I left when I did!
Looked for my friends, but couldn't find them anywhere. Found my husband instead (he drove up with my son for the race that morning) and hugged my little guy a lot - (I don't spend a lot of time away from him). Got into the water about 15 minutes before it started, water was beautiful and I felt good, ready to race!